AudioFu

Ibanez V44 Mini-OPN

Professional music gear - detailed information and where to buy

Ibanez V44 Mini-OPN

Ibanez

V44 Mini-OPN

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 577543
Brand: Ibanez
Model: V44 Mini-OPN
Category: Folk Acoustic Guitars
Price: $130.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The Ibanez V44 Mini-OPN is a surprisingly good little guitar. It's a fantastic option for students, travelers, or anyone wanting a smaller-bodied instrument with decent projection and a warm tone. The build quality is solid for the price, and it's a real value for beginner to intermediate players.

Product Description

  • Ibanez V44 Mini-OPN
  • Steel-String Guitar
  • Size: 3/4
  • Type: Dreadnought
  • Back and sides: Meranti
  • Top: Meranti
  • Neck: Nyatoh
  • Fingerboard: Laurel
  • Fingerboard inlays: White dot
  • Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
  • Scale: 579 mm (22.8")
  • Nut: Plastic
  • 20 Frets
  • Pickguard: Black
  • Nandu bridge
  • Chrome-covered machine heads
  • Strings: : .012/.016/.024/.032/.042/.053
  • Colour: Natural Open Pore
  • Includes gig bag
PROS
  • • The 3/4 size is remarkably comfortable, especially for smaller players or travel.
  • • Meranti top delivers a surprisingly warm and balanced tone for its price point.
  • • Open pore finish allows the wood to breathe, improving resonance and sustain.
  • • Chrome machine heads offer smooth tuning stability, a nice touch at this price.
CONS
  • • Meranti back and sides, while decent, lack the premium tonal complexity of mahogany or rosewood.
  • • Plastic nut is a common cost-saving measure; an upgrade would improve sustain and feel.
  • • The .053 string gauge might feel a bit heavy for absolute beginners or those preferring lighter feel.

Product Video

Key Features

Top Wood Meranti
Back & Sides Meranti
Neck Material Nyatoh
Fingerboard Laurel
Scale Length 579 mm (22.8")
Frets 20
Electronics None (Acoustic)
Weight Approximately 3.8 lbs (1.7 kg)

Similar Products

Behringer WING Compact Flyht Pro Bundle - Digital Mixers

Behringer WING Compact Flyht Pro Bundle

Digital Mixers

$2,748
4.7 Expert Rating
Taylor 814ce Special Edition Sedona - Other Acoustic Guitars

Taylor 814ce Special Edition Sedona

Other Acoustic Guitars

$5,499
*Note:* Register your Taylor guitar to extend your warranty to 12 years.
4.4 Expert Rating
Manuel Rodriguez Superior Anniversario 120 J-SB - 4/4 Size Classical Guitars

Manuel Rodriguez Superior Anniversario 120 J-SB

4/4 Size Classical Guitars

$1,099
Classical Guitar, Special model for the anniversary of Guitarras...
4.6 Expert Rating
Applause Jump Dark Matter - Other Acoustic Guitars

Applause Jump Dark Matter

Other Acoustic Guitars

$362
Acoustic Guitar with Pickup, Type: OM with cutaway, Top: Solid European spruce, Back and...
4.8 Expert Rating
Manuel Rodriguez Superior Flamenco Sabicas C3-F - Flamenco Guitars

Manuel Rodriguez Superior Flamenco Sabicas C3-F

Flamenco Guitars

$957
Flamenco Guitar, Top: Solid European Carpathian spruce, Back and...
4.7 Expert Rating
Harley Benton SpaceShip 80 Bundle - Guitar Effect Power Supplies

Harley Benton SpaceShip 80 Bundle

Guitar Effect Power Supplies

$219
4.7 Expert Rating
Taylor GS-Mini-e Sakuraburst - Folk Acoustic Guitars

Taylor GS-Mini-e Sakuraburst

Folk Acoustic Guitars

$989
*Note:* Register your Taylor guitar to extend your warranty to 12 years.
4.8 Expert Rating
Zoom H4essential APH-4e Bundle - Portable Recorders

Zoom H4essential APH-4e Bundle

Portable Recorders

$208
4.6 Expert Rating
Previous
Next

Frequently Asked Questions

It's less boomy and has a tighter bass response; the smaller body emphasizes the mid-range, making it great for fingerpicking and lighter strumming.
The Nyatoh neck is fairly standard in profile, so while not exceptionally thin, most players will find it manageable, though it's definitely designed with smaller hands in mind.
Ibanez consistently delivers good value; the V44 Mini-OPN feels well-constructed for its price, with clean fretwork and reliable hardware – a solid foundation for learning.

We use cookies to improve your experience. Learn more