Ibanez AAM50CE Advanced Auditorium Electro‑Acoustic – Sapphire Blue Burst Open Pore
The Ibanez AAM50CE is part of the groundbreaking Advanced Acoustic series – a line created to redefine what modern acoustic guitars can offer. Designed from scratch for maximum projection, brightness, and dynamic range, this Sapphire Blue Burst model introduces a fully re‑imagined auditorium experience that blends rich tonal depth with superb ergonomics.
Its Advanced Auditorium body, wider waist repositioned toward the neck and proprietary X‑M bracing, deliver improved body balance, stronger low‑mid response and excellent clarity across the frequency spectrum.
This cutaway electro‑acoustic not only feels comfortable in the hands but also packs serious performance features. The A.I.R.port (Acoustic Information Response) provides a player‑facing monitoring hole on the upper bout, allowing you to hear your guitar with increased precision – perfect for practice, studio work and live performance.
Equipped with an Ibanez T‑bar undersaddle pickup and AEQ‑TP2 preamp, the AAM50CE provides transparent, controllable and stage‑ready amplified sound.
Who Is This Product For?
- Intermediate to professional players seeking a next‑generation auditorium acoustic with enhanced projection.
- Performers wanting natural amplified tone and built‑in EQ/tuner functionality.
- Songwriters, studio musicians, and live‑loop performers needing clear monitoring thanks to the A.I.R.port.
- Acoustic players desiring modern ergonomics, deep cutaway access and effortless playability.
- Anyone looking for a striking, contemporary instrument with exceptional tonal balance.
Key Features
- Low Oval Grip Okoume neck for comfortable chord work and smooth transitions.
- Purpleheart fretboard adding rich tonal character and visual flair.
- Solid Sitka Spruce top providing shimmering highs, tight mids, and a powerful low‑end foundation.
- Sapele back & sides delivering warm midrange presence and bright, articulate projection.
- Ibanez T‑bar undersaddle pickup for accurate acoustic translation into any amplification system.
- Ibanez AEQ‑TP2 preamp with onboard tuner, Bass/Treble EQ and easy control interface.
- Purpleheart bridge improving resonance and tone transfer.
- Ibanez Advantage™ bridge pins designed for stability, easy handling and improved string hold.
- A.I.R.port enabling clearer personal monitoring and enhanced acoustic presence.
- Advanced Access Cutaway giving improved reach and comfort at higher frets.
