Ibanez AAM54CE-OPN Advanced Auditorium

The Advanced Acoustic series from Ibanez marks a notable evolution in the enduring legacy of acoustic guitars. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these guitars aim to produce a fuller, more vibrant tone with an exceptionally broad dynamic range, revolutionizing the acoustic experience. Through innovative redesign, they achieve a remarkable, commanding sound while prioritizing comfort through ergonomic considerations. With the Advanced Acoustic series, the boundaries of acoustic guitar performance are pushed, offering a thrilling new journey for musicians of all levels.

The A.I.R.port
Ibanez innovative A.I.R.port, meticulously crafted through extensive research and development, features a unique internal structure engineered to reflect and guide sound waves towards a precisely positioned exit point. This design enhancement offers musicians heightened clarity, allowing them to monitor their performance with unprecedented precision, thus elevating the overall playing experience.

Advanced Auditorium Body
In pursuit of reimagining acoustic experiences, Ibanez introduced the Advanced Auditorium body shape. Drawing from their extensive research on traditional Auditorium bodies and after numerous rounds of prototyping, they refined the design with a slightly widened waist, subtly shifted towards the neck. These adjustments yield a richer low midrange and improved body-to-weight balance, addressing common shortcomings found in conventional Auditorium body shapes.

X-M Bracing for AAM Series
Years of relentless experimentation, research, and prototyping have led to the development of the proprietary X-M bracing, exclusively tailored for Advanced Auditorium guitar bodies. Carefully crafted scalloped X-M bracing, tone braces, and finger braces efficiently transmit string vibrations, ensuring optimal sound projection for both stage and studio applications. With a widened dynamic range, enhanced response, and meticulously sculpted tonal balance, the X-M bracing delivers unparalleled clarity and warmth, making it ideal for diverse musical styles.

Solid Sapele Top
The solid Sapele top delivers a warm, full tone.

Sapele Back and Sides
Sapele back and sides contribute to a warm and full-bodied mid-range, complemented by bright, resonant tones, enriching the overall sonic palette.

Low Oval Grip Okoume Neck
Designed for ease of play, the Low Oval Grip Okoume neck facilitates effortless chord strumming, ensuring a comfortable and fluid playing experience.

Purpleheart Fretboard
The Purpleheart fretboard not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of the instrument but also enriches its tonal character, adding depth and warmth to every note.

Purpleheart Bridge
Transmitting string vibrations directly to the body, the Purpleheart bridge imbues the instrument with a natural, warm tone, enriching its sonic signature.

Ibanez Advantage Bridge Pins
Featuring a bulb-shaped end for easy gripping and insertion, the Advantage bridge pins offer superior convenience compared to traditional pins. Their secure fit ensures reliable string stability, providing musicians with peace of mind during performances.

Advanced Access Cutaway
Its deep straight cutaway (from 18th fret) and shaved side enable amazing high fret access.

Ibanez AEQ-TP2 preamp w/Onboard tuner
The Ibanez AEQ-TP2 preamp provides the extra punch of on-board EQ along with a convenient and easy-to-read digital tuner and 2-band EQ, located on the instrument’s upper bout.

Ibanez T-bar Undersaddle pickup
The Ibanez T-bar Undersaddle pickup accurately translates that full sound to whatever amplification system you plug it into.

Specifications:

Body shape: Advanced Auditorium body
Bracing: X-M Bracing
Top: Solid Sapele top
Back & sides: Sapele back & Sapele sides
Neck: Low Oval Grip /Okoume neck
Fretboard: Purpleheart fretboard
Bridge: Purpleheart bridge
Body binding: Rounded body edge binding
Inlay: White dot inlay
Soundhole rosette: Black & White multi
Tuning machine: Chrome Die-cast tuners (18:1 gear ratio)
Number of frets: 20
Bridge pins: Ibanez Advantage
String gauge: .012/.016/.024/.032/.042/.053
String space: 11mm
Factory tuning: 1E,2B,3G,4D,5A,6E
Pickup: Ibanez T-bar Undersaddle
Preamp: Ibanez AEQ-TP2 preamp w/Onboard tuner
Output jack: Balanced XLR & 1/4" outputs
Battery: 9V x1

Neck Dimensions:
Scale: 634mm/25"
a: Width: 43mm at NUT
b: Width: 55mm at 14F
c: Thickness: 21mm at 1F
d: Thickness: 22mm at 7F
Radius: 400mmR

Body Dimensions:
a: Length: 19 1/2"
b: Width: 15 3/8"
c: Max Depth: 4 3/16"