Ibanez has historically offered acoustic instruments that electric guitarists would find inviting and easy to play. Altstar models are the perfect option for the aspiring electric player with a drive to explore the world of acoustic guitars. The Altstar series features a compact dreadnought body, 15.7" fingerboard radius, tighter string spacing and 25.5" scale neck, all designed to offer electric guitarists a seamless transition to acoustic playing. The single-cut Altstar also features a neck joint at the 16th fret, rather than the 12th fret, affording unparalleled upper fret access. Whether you’re just looking to delve into the world of acoustic guitars, or you are seeking a quieter practice option while maintaining an electric guitar feel, this is your axe!

Features

Comfort Grip Maple neck

The Comfort Grip Maple Neck contour provides superior playability.

Ibanez AEQ-2UT preamp w/Onboard tuner

The AEQ-2UT preamp features a convenient onboard tuner.

Walnut bridge

The Walnut bridge transfers string vibration directly to the body, delivering a natural and warm tone.

Walnut fretboard

A Walnut fretboard features a well-balanced tonal character from low to high end.

Ibanez Advantage™ bridge pins

These pins really are an advantage over old-fashioned pins. Advantage™ pins are easier to take out and easier to put in than standard pins. A special bulb-shaped end makes the pin easy to grip and also prevents the pin from being pushed in too far. Best of all, with Advantage™ the pin and string stay put.

Specifications

Body shape: Altstar body
Top: Flamed Maple top
Back & sides: Sapele back & Sapele sides
Neck: Comfort GripMaple neck
Fretboard: Walnut fretboard
Bridge: Walnut bridge
Inlay: Altstar specially designed inlay
Tuning machine: Chrome Die-cast tuners (18:1 gear ratio)
Number of frets: 22
Bridge pins: Ibanez Advantage™
Strings: Ibanez IACS61C
String gauge: .010/.014/.023/.030/.039/.047
String space: 10.5mm
Factory tuning: 1E,2B,3G,4D,5A,6E
Pickup: Ibanez Undersaddle
Preamp: Ibanez AEQ-2UT preamp w/Onboard tuner
Output jack: 1/4" output

Neck dimensions

Scale: 648mm/25.5"
Width at nut: 43mm
Width at 16F: 55mm
Thickness at 1F: 20mm
Thickness at 7F: 21mm
Radius: 400mmR

Body dimensions

Length: 18 1/8"
Width: 14 5/8"
Max Depth: 4 3/8"

Preamp

The neck side of the preamp is the top of the control panel. The knob on the far left is the volume knob. To the right of the volume knob is a small on/off switch for the built-in tuner. Next to the tuner switch are the bass and treble knobs.