Since its debut in 2002, the Ibanez Artcore series has carved out a distinctive place in the hollow–body guitar market, earning a devoted following among musicians across multiple genres over the past decade. This remarkable line has struck the perfect balance between exceptional craftsmanship and accessible pricing, making quality hollow–body guitars available to players who might otherwise be priced out of the market.
The Artcore range caters to an impressively diverse musical landscape, with blues, country, rock and jazz players all finding their ideal instrument within the series. From purist jazz–box designs that honour traditional hollow–body construction to innovative semi–hollow models built for rock applications, the range offers genuine versatility without compromising on authentic tone and character.
What sets Artcore guitars apart is their consistent performance across key areas that matter most to working musicians. The series has built its reputation on superior tone quality, impressive sustain, and exceptional tuning stability, while Ibanez continues to innovate and refine their guitar building techniques to push the boundaries of what players can expect from this price point.
- Top/back/body: Linden
- Neck type: AF Artcore / Nyatog / Set-in neck
- Bound Laurel fretboard / Aged Acrylic block inlay
- Fret: Medium frets
- Number of Frets: 20
- Bridge: ART-1 bridge
- Tailpiece: VT60
- Neck pickup: Classic Elite (H) Passive/Ceramic
- Bridge pickup: Classic Elite (H) Passive/Ceramic
- Hardware colour: Chrome



