Ibanez AFB200 Artcore 4-String Hollow Body Bass – Transparent Black Sunburst
Warm, Vintage-Inspired Tone with Smooth Short-Scale Playability
The Ibanez AFB200 Artcore brings the lush, rounded feel of a hollow-body bass into a beautifully styled and accessible instrument. Thanks to its short 30.3" scale, this bass naturally produces a warm, woody low end that sits comfortably in the mix, making it ideal for jazz, blues, acoustic sets, soul, indie and more laid-back musical styles. The fully hollow construction enriches its acoustic voice, giving every note an inviting softness and organic bloom.
Classic Hollow-Body Feel with Modern Comfort
Built with a 3-piece Nyatoh/Maple neck, the AFB200 offers excellent resonance and a pleasing mid-low emphasis. The Laurel fretboard provides smooth playability with a well-balanced tonal response, while medium frets ensure accurate, expressive performance across the entire range. The laminated Maple top, back and sides give the instrument a clear, open tone with enough definition to prevent muddiness – a perfect blend of vintage warmth and usable clarity.
Classic Elite Bass Pickups for Full, Punchy Character
A pair of Classic Elite Bass pickups delivers rich, punchy tone with classic hollow-body depth. They offer strong output without sacrificing definition, giving you a versatile palette – from mellow upright-style warmth to gritty vintage thump. The simple passive control layout (volume and tone) and 3-way selector switch allow fast, intuitive shaping on stage or in the studio.
Timeless Aesthetics and Premium Hardware
The AFB200’s Transparent Black Sunburst high-gloss finish pairs beautifully with cream binding and chrome hardware for a timeless, vintage-inspired look. An ART-1 wooden bridge enhances acoustic resonance, while the FBT40 tailpiece ensures stable tuning and adds to the instrument’s classy aesthetic. Comfortable, responsive and visually striking – this is a bass that sounds as good as it looks.
Key Features
- Fully hollow-body design for warm, rounded acoustic-style tone
- Short-scale 30.3" design for smooth playability and vintage feel
- 3-piece Nyatoh/Maple neck for strong resonance and mid-low warmth
- Laurel fretboard with medium frets for comfortable, accurate playing
- Maple laminate top, back and sides for bright, open tonal clarity
- Classic Elite Bass pickups for full, punchy vintage character
- ART-1 wooden bridge and FBT40 tailpiece for natural sustain and tuning stability
- Transparent Black Sunburst high-gloss finish with cream binding
Who This Bass Is For
- Bassists seeking an upright-inspired, mellow hollow-body tone
- Jazz, blues, acoustic and roots players wanting warmth and musicality
- Electric bassists transitioning into more organic, woody-sounding instruments
- Studio musicians who value short-scale feel and expressive low-end response
- Anyone wanting a stylish, vintage-flavoured bass with modern reliability
