Though not as nearly numerous as electrics, the new Hollow Body range models do offer the same level of quality and versatility.
Ibanez`s Hollow Body range is traditionally among the most respected and most popular hollow and semi-hollow guitar ranges. With a reputation and expectations on such a high level, it sometimes might be very hard to keep on delivering the goods. But not in case of Ibanez, as each subsequent lineup only seems to raise the bar further. Though not as populous as some might wish, the new 2018 Ibanez Hollow Body range sure brings more than enough reasons for every jazz, blues, and rock player to rejoice. Fifteen models will join the roster this year, their names being: AM153QA, AKJV95, AS83, AS93FM, AS93FML, AF95FM, AG95QA, AG95QAL, AM93QM, AF75FM, AF75, AS73, AFC95, ASV93, ASV10A.
Ibanez AM153QA is an Artstar series model and the only novelty this series received at NAMM. Beneath the beautiful Dark Brown Sunburst paint scheme, the new 153 sports a double-cut archtop body made of quilted ash, a three-piece mahogany/maple neck, Super 58 pickups, and an ebony fingerboard. For further info and full specs list, go to AM153QA detail page on our site or head over to Ibanez Guitars official web page.
Ibanez AKJV95 is a new Artcore Expressionist Vintage model. It is a fully hollow and single-cut archtop with flame maple back & sides, arched spruce top, a 3-piece Expressionist neck, Ibanez`s legendary Super 58 humbucking pickups, and bound ebony fingerboard. Dark Amber Low Gloss is the name of the only available color option. For further info and full specs list, go to AKJV95 detail page on our site or head over to Ibanez Guitars official web page.
Ibanez AS83 is an affordable new semi; it will reinforce the Artcore Expresisonist series and will be available in Steel Blue. Specs list highlights include all-maple body (back, sides, top), a three-piece expressionist neck, Ibanez Super 58 pickups w/gold covers, and bound ebony fingerboard. For further info and full specs list, go to AS83 detail page on our site or head over to Ibanez Guitars official web page.
Ibanez AS93FM is a vintage/modern archtop made for players with a taste for vintage looks and contemporary tone & playability. Main color options of this new 93 will include Transparent Cherry Red and Violin sunburst. Under the hood, it will feature an all-maple body, a 3-piece Expressionist neck, bound ebony fingerboard, and Super 58 humbuckers. For further info and full specs list, go to AS93FM detail page on our site or head over to Ibanez Guitars official web page.
Ibanez AS93FML is one of very few a semi-hollow archtops featured in this year`s lineup. The color palette has been restricted to Violin Sunburst (whereas the right-hand version also comes in Transparent Cherry Red). Main features include an all-maple body, set-in Expressionist neck, and Super 58 pickups. For further info and full specs list, go to AS93FML detail page on our site or head over to Ibanez Guitars official web page.
Ibanez AF95FM will join the Artcore Expressionist lineup, alongside AS83, AS93FM, and several other models. It is a fully hollow archtop with dual humbuckers, short 24.7” scale, 20-fret fingerboard, and all-maple body. Antique Yellow Sunburst is the only currently available color option for this model. For further info and full specs list, go to AF95FM detail page on our site or head over to Ibanez Guitars official web page.
Ibanez AG95QA takes Artcore`s standard “95” concept as its base and offers a unique spin on it. Dark Brown Sunburst is currently the only available color option, while the main construction features include quilt ash body (back, sides, top), three-piece mahogany/maple neck, bound ebony fingerboard, and Super 58 pickups. For further info and full specs list, go to AG95QA detail page on our site or head over to Ibanez Guitars official web page.
Ibanez AG95QAL is AG95QA`s left-handed twin and one of several lefty Artcore models introduced at this year`s NAMM. Fully hollow body made of quilt ash, three-piece Expressionist neck, bound ebony fingerboard, and the iconic Super 58 pickups are among the specs list highlights. For further info and full specs list, go to AG95QAL detail page on our site or head over to Ibanez Guitars official web page.
Ibanez AM93QM will join the Artcore Expressionist roster. This affordable and versatile archtop comes in with a semi-hollow body made entirely of maple, a three-piece Expressionist neck, and Super 58 pickups w/gold covers. Antique Yellow Sunburst, and Jet blue Burst comprise the color palette. For further info and full specs list, go to AM93QM detail page on our site or head over to Ibanez Guitars official web page.
Ibanez AF75FM offers a bit modernized take on the classic jazz box concept. It belongs to the main Artcore series of the Artcore range, and brings a single-cut body made of flamed maple, set-in mahogany neck, bound rosewood fingerboard, and Classic Elite pickups. For further info and full specs list, go to AF75FM detail page on our site or head over to Ibanez Guitars official web page.
Ibanez AF75`s 2018 version brings forth a simple and carefully put together specs list, as well as a conservative color palette. Fully hollow body made entirely of maple, a mahogany neck, bound 20-fret fingerboard, and Classic Elite pickups are among the main features. For further info and full specs list, go to AF75 detail page on our site or head over to Ibanez Guitars official web page.
Ibanez AS73 is Hollow Body range`s veteran and the most popular semi-hollow model. The latest incarnation brings forth an all-maple body (arched top, arched back), set-in mahogany neck, and Classic Elite pickups. Color palette is made up of Olive Metallic, Transparent Cherry Red, and Tobacco Brown. For further info and full specs list, go to AS73 detail page on our site or head over to Ibanez Guitars official web page.
Ibanez AFC95 will join one of the most recently introduced series – Contemporary Archtop. The aim of the series is to combine the best of the classic archtop with features suited for modern players. Main features include a flame maple/spruce body, a three-piece set-in neck, bound ebony fingerboard, and Magic Touch minibucker pickups. For further info and full specs list, go to AFC95 detail page on our site or head over to Ibanez Guitars official web page.
Ibanez ASV93 belongs to the Artcore Expressionist Vintage series is the answer to the question “what would an old and heavily played-in AS93 sound and look like”. Main features include an aged maple body, aged hardware & binding, a 22-fret fingerboard, mahogany neck, and a set of Super 58 pickups. For further info and full specs list, go to ASV93 detail page on our site or head over to Ibanez Guitars official web page.
Ibanez ASV10A is a semi-hollow and double-cut archtop guitar with weathered and beat-up looks. Under the aged and tattered shell, ASV10A hides an already tested and tried formula which includes an all-maple body, set-in mahogany neck, 22-fret fingerboard w/block inlays, and Classic Elite pickups. For further info and full specs list, go to ASV10A detail page on our site or head over to Ibanez Guitars official web page.
