Ibanez AE160 Acoustic Guitar – Vintage Mahogany Sunburst High Gloss
The Ibanez AE160 is part of the flagship AE Series, designed for players who want a traditional acoustic foundation with modern enhancements in tone, clarity, projection and comfort.
Featuring the AE body’s refined design, proprietary X-M bracing, and a player-facing A.I.R.port, the AE160 provides a dynamic, expressive acoustic voice ideal for both live performance and studio work. Its Vintage Mahogany Sunburst High Gloss finish highlights its classic elegance while delivering the performance of a highly engineered contemporary acoustic guitar.
A Solid Sitka Spruce top combined with Ovangkol back and sides produces a rich tonal palette—tight, shimmering highs, warm mids and a full low-end response. The Comfort Grip Nyatoh neck paired with a Thermo Aged™ Ovangkol fretboard ensures fluid playability, stability and a smooth hand feel, making this a standout option for serious acoustic players.
Equipped with the Ibanez T-bar undersaddle pickup and AEQ-TP2 preamp, the AE160 offers natural, transparent amplified tone with onboard tuner and 2-band EQ controls—ready for stage, rehearsal or recording settings.
Who Is This Guitar For?
- Players wanting a high-quality acoustic-electric with balanced tone and modern features.
- Singer-songwriters, performers and recording artists needing clear, mic-like amplified tone.
- Intermediate to advanced players looking for comfortable ergonomics and enhanced projection.
- Musicians who appreciate modern innovations such as the A.I.R.port and Thermo Aged components.
Key Features
- Comfort Grip Nyatoh neck providing smooth, relaxed playability across styles.
- Thermo Aged™ Ovangkol fretboard delivering increased stability and rich tonal response.
- Solid Sitka Spruce top offering shimmering highs and a wide dynamic range.
- Ovangkol back and sides for warm, balanced tones and sparkling treble.
- Ibanez T-bar undersaddle pickup capturing the guitar’s full acoustic detail.
- AEQ-TP2 preamp with onboard tuner and 2-band EQ for live control.
- Thermo Aged™ Ovangkol scalloped bridge improving resonance and responsiveness.
- Ibanez Advantage™ bridge pins for secure, user-friendly string changes.
- A.I.R.port enhancing personal monitoring and acoustic projection.
- X-M Bracing providing clarity, warmth, and a wide dynamic range.
