Ibanez PCBE12MH-OPN

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Ibanez PCBE12MH-OPN

Ibanez

PCBE12MH-OPN

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 332656
Brand: Ibanez
Model: PCBE12MH-OPN
Price: $311.30

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This Ibanez is a surprisingly solid acoustic bass, perfect for singer-songwriters or players wanting a more upright-like feel without the bulk. The medium scale makes it easy to handle, and the built-in tuner is a real convenience. It's a budget-friendly option that's gig-ready straight out of the box.

Product Description

  • Ibanez PCBE12MH-OPN
  • Acoustic Bass with Pickup
  • Top: Sapele
  • Back and sides: Sapele
  • Neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Nandu
  • Scale: 810 mm (medium scale)
  • 20 Frets
  • Pickup: Ibanez Undersaddle
  • Ibanez AEQ-2T preamp with built-in tuner
  • Bridge: Nandu
  • Factory strings: Ibanez IABS4XC32 carbon coated
  • Colour: Natural
  • open pore
  • Suitable case: Art. #172300# (not included)
  • Matching gig bag: Art.#121814# (not included)
PROS
  • • Sapele top delivers warm, articulate acoustic tone
  • • Medium scale offers comfortable playability and easy intonation
  • • Ibanez AEQ-2T preamp provides accurate amplification with tuner
  • • Nandu fingerboard is smooth, fast, and resists wear well
CONS
  • • Sapele construction, while warm, lacks the projection of more premium woods
  • • Undersaddle pickup can sound somewhat 'quacky' without careful EQ adjustments
  • • Open pore finish requires more care to prevent moisture damage

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Key Features

Top Wood Sapele
Back & Sides Sapele
Neck Material Maple
Pickups Ibanez Undersaddle Pickup & AEQ-2T Preamp
Scale Length 810 mm
Frets 20
Strings Ibanez IABS4XC32 Carbon Coated
Weight Approximately 11.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's warmer and more focused than a typical acoustic bass guitar, but lacks the complex overtones and deep resonance of an upright. It's a good compromise for portability and ease of play.
The AEQ-2T tuner is generally reliable and easy to access, but always a good idea to double-check with an external tuner for critical performances.
A full-range acoustic amplifier or a bass amp with a clean, flat EQ response will work best to preserve the natural acoustic tone.

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