The AE body shape features contemporary design elements to achieve high playability and create a well-balanced sound that adheres to the concept of the AE series. The combination of the specially designed Scalloped X Bracing and Tone Projection Back Bracing produces a versatile sound character. A rich sustain is provided, which works for both finger and plectrum playing. The all-Mahogany body of the AE245 generates a woody, warm tone with a soft response when finger picking and provides punchy high-mids with a clear projection when strumming. The fretboard inlay has a delicate but dynamic design. The wooden inlays give a sophisticated feel to the guitar.  The compact, onboard active preamp simply features a mute switch to eliminate unexpected parameter changes during performances. This helps reduce the guitar’s size and weight, minimize body contact, and maximize the acoustic tone. The newly designed under-the-saddle pickup equalizes the volume of each string and delivers a well-balanced signal. The natural acoustic tone from this active circuit is remarkably stable and resists noise. It will support performances on stage, from solos to ensembles.

Features:

AE body

Solid Mahogany top
Mahogany back & sides
Body depth: 100/115mm at neck joint/body end
Mahogany neck (satin finish)
Katalox bridge & fretboard
44mm width nut
Specially designed Wooden fretboard inlay
Abalone & Maple rosette
Bone nut & 4mm Bone Saddle
Chrome Die-cast tuners (18:1 gear ratio)
Ibanez T-bar undersaddle pickup
Ibanez Custom Electronics
Ibanez Advantage™ bridge pins

D'Addario® EXP™ strings
Ibanez Original Scalloped X bracing
Ibanez Original Tone Projection Back Bracing