Ibanez PCBE14MH-WK
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Ibanez
PCBE14MH-WK
Product Info
Article Number:
509674
Brand:
Ibanez
Model:
PCBE14MH-WK
Category:
4-String Acoustic Basses
Price:
$317.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The PCBE14MH-WK is a surprisingly capable acoustic-electric bass that hits a sweet spot for gigging musicians needing a versatile, affordable stage-ready instrument. The build quality is solid for the price, and that weathered black finish looks great. It’s perfect for singer-songwriters, folk artists, or anyone wanting a warm, full acoustic bass tone without the bulk of a traditional upright.
Product Description
- Ibanez PCBE14MH-WK
- Acoustic Bass
- Body shape: Grand Concert
- Top: Okoume
- Back and sides: Okoume
- Neck: Maple
- Fretboard and bridge: Laurel
- 20 Frets
- Nut width: 43 mm
- Scale: 810 mm
- Pickup: Ibanez Undersaddle pickups and AEQ-2t Preamp with Tuner
- Chrome machine heads
- Colour: Weathered Black
PROS
- • Okoume top and back deliver a warm, resonant acoustic tone.
- • Ibanez AEQ-2t preamp offers convenient tuning and stage-ready amplification.
- • Maple neck provides stability and a comfortable, familiar playing feel.
- • Grand Concert body shape balances projection with comfortable ergonomics.
CONS
- • Okoume, while pleasant, lacks the premium tonal complexity of mahogany or rosewood.
- • Undersaddle pickups can sound slightly 'quacky' – EQ adjustments are key.
- • 810mm scale length might feel long for players accustomed to shorter basses.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Okoume
Back & Sides
Okoume
Neck Material
Maple
Pickups
Ibanez Undersaddle pickups and AEQ-2t Preamp
Scale Length
810 mm
Frets
20
Strings
Ibanez Custom-Tuned Steel Strings
Weight
Approximately 11.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The tuner is functional, but not the most precise; it's best used for quick adjustments, not critical tuning.
The maple neck has a fairly standard 'C' shape, which is generally comfortable, but the longer scale might require a bit of reach.
It’s warmer and more mellow than a typical acoustic bass, leaning towards a more upright-like quality, but with a slightly more focused projection.
