The Ibanez AAM50CE Advanced Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar brings together the finest acoustic craftsmanship with modern innovations for today's versatile guitarist. Sporting a gorgeous solid sitka spruce top and sapele back and sides, its mahogany body resonates with full-bodied warmth while remaining lightweight and comfortable on stage. The AAM50CE really comes alive when plugged in, thanks to its powerful Ibanez T-bar undersaddle pickup that accurately conveys the guitar's impressive dynamics. With the onboard Ibanez AEQ-TP2 preamp, you have total command over your amplified tone.

Powerful and Responsive Ibanez T-bar Undersaddle Pickup for Accurate Amplification

When it's time to plug in, the Ibanez T-bar undersaddle pickup is ready to translate all the AAM50CE's rich tone to your amplification with stunning accuracy. Its placement under the saddle eliminates feedback while capturing the guitar's entire frequency range. The tone is transparent yet lively, with incredible dynamics that make your playing shine whether performing live or recording in the studio. Dial in just the right blend of natural acoustic resonance and amplified punch.

Ibanez AEQ-TP2 Preamp with Onboard Tuner Provides EQ Control and Tuning Convenience

The built-in Ibanez AEQ-TP2 preamp puts you in command of your amplified tone, with a 2-band EQ for shaping your sound. Boost lows for a robust bottom end or accentuate the highs to cut through a mix. The onboard tuner makes quick tweaks fast and easy so you can always be perfectly in tune. With the AAM50CE's preamp, you have an acoustic-electric that's primed for the stage.

Resonance Optimized With X-M Scalloped Bracing

After years perfecting their craft, Ibanez designed the AAM50CE's scalloped X-bracing to generate the ultimate acoustic sound. Strategically allocating tone braces and finger braces transmits string vibration with ringing clarity through the bridge to the body. This bracing pattern creates a robust low end, crisp treble and trimmed mid-range, yet lets you access a wide dynamic range. X-M bracing takes acoustic guitar design into uncharted territory.

Distinctive Purpleheart Fingerboard Creates Rich Tones and Striking Visual Appeal

With its deep reddish-purple hues, the AAM50CE's Purpleheart fingerboard makes a gorgeous visual statement. Beyond its beauty, Purpleheart also enriches the guitar's tone. Its density helps produce full lows, distinctive mids and crisp, ringing highs. Its deep straight cutaway (from 18th fret) and shaved side enable amazing high fret access. The stunning fingerboard takes the AAM50CE's playability and sound to the next level.

Innovative X-M Bracing Generates Clear, Balanced Acoustic Sound

Ibanez's proprietary X-M scalloped bracing produces the AAM50CE's impressively responsive and balanced tone. Precisely arranged braces optimize resonance across the frequency range, generating tight lows, pronounced midrange and shimmering bright treble. From the first strum, you'll hear and feel the amazing power and clarity unlocked by the innovative bracing.