These instruments capitalize on the inherent tonal roundness that emerges from a short scale bass (30.3” scale), and couples that with broad and open acoustic voice. They serve as the ideal solution for the electric bassist seeking a mellower, upright-like sound for more laid-back performances.

Artcore -
Ibanez first introduced Artcore back in 2002 and it has remained a workhorse hollow-body guitar for musicians all over the world ever since. The Artcore's combination of quality workmanship and affordability has created legions of devoted fans from diverse genres as blues, country, rock and jazz. Artcore offers musicians the purity of an old school jazz-box or a hybrid semi-hollow rocker. The line is highly respected for its tone, sustain and, expressive playability.

Product Features

3pc Nyatoh/Maple neck
The 3pc Nyatoh/Maple Neck provides a rich mid-low end and great resonance.

Walnut fretboard
A Walnut fretboard features a well-balanced tonal character from low to high end.

Medium frets
Medium sized frets enhance the accuracy of your notes.

Linden top / Linden back and sides
Linden delivers a natural and flat, yet accurate, tone.

Classic Elite Bass pickups
Classic Elite Bass Pickups deliver classic tone, punch and extra output.

ART-1 wooden bridge
The ART-1 wooden bridge gives a more natural acoustic sound.

FBT40 tailpiece
FBT40 tailpiece provides excellent tuning stability.