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Ibanez AEG5012 Acoustic-electric Guitar - Dark Violin Sunburst

12-string Acoustic-electric with Spruce Top, Sapele Back and Sides, Okoume Neck, and Purpleheart Fingerboard - Dark Violin Sunburst
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Slimmer Body Acoustic-electric from Ibanez

Reimagining its popular AEG line, Ibanez is pleased to offer the improved AEG5012. Featuring the same slimmer body depth design of past AEG offerings, the AEG5012 is an ideal performance acoustic. A spruce top with sapele back and sides provide for rich, full tone. With this updated model, Ibanez has also added an okoume neck along with a purpleheart fingerboard for improved playability all around. And when you are ready to plug in, an Ibanez T-Bar II under-saddle and AEQ-TTS preamp kick out beautifully articulate amplified tone. Finally, for players who like to traverse the neck, the AEG5012 features a smooth, deep cutaway for easy access to those higher notes.

Stellar amplified tone

The placement of the Ibanez T-Bar II undersaddle pickup captures palm hits and bass drum-like tones — ideal for experimental, expressive styles of play. In addition, the AEQ-TTS preamp lets you tweak your amplified sound to suit various styles. And with its onboard tuner, you can stay in tune while you perform - a feature guitarists here at Sweetwater appreciate!

AEG body shape feels great and keeps feedback at bay

The shallow body design of the AEG5012 is not only comfortable to play, but guitarists at Sweetwater have also found it keeps feedback at bay when plugged in. The undersized body eliminates the boominess you get from larger-bodied acoustics, making it ideal for live performance as well as recording. And its undersized design means it's lighter, making the AEG5012 a perfect "campfire" guitar that travels easily.

Ibanez AEG5012 Acoustic-electric Guitar Features:

  • Beautifully designed acoustic-electric with slimmer body design for comfortable playing
  • Spruce top with okoume back and sides — a tonewood pairing that delivers full, rounded tone
  • Okoume neck with purpleheart fingerboard offers stellar playability and response
  • Ibanez T-Bar II under-saddle and AEQ-TTS preamp kick out beautifully articulate amplified tone
  • Onboard tuner keeps you in tune during your performance
  • Ibanez Advantage bridge pins keep strings in place

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Tech Specs

  • String Type: Steel
  • Number of Strings: 12
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  • Body Shape: AEG
  • Back & Sides Wood: Sapele
  • Top Wood: Spruce
  • Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
  • Color: Dark Violin Sunburst
  • Neck Wood: Okoume
  • Neck Shape: AEG
  • Radius: 15.7"
  • Fingerboard Material: Purpleheart
  • Fingerboard Inlay: White Dots
  • Number of Frets: 20
  • Scale Length: 24.9"
  • Nut Width: 1.771"
  • Nut/Saddle Material: Plastic/Plastic
  • Bridge Material: Purpleheart
  • Tuning Machines: Chrome Die-cast
  • Electronics: Ibanez AEQ-TTS Preamp with T-bar II Undersaddle Pickup
  • Strings: Ibanez, .010/.010, .014/.014, .023/.008, .030/.012, .069/.018, .047/.027
  • Case/Gig Bag: Sold Separately
  • Manufacturer Part Number: AEG5012DVH

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Customer Reviews

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Rated 5/5

Like this guitar

Needed a nice simple 12 string electric for recording plays well sounds well I really like this guitar
Rated 5/5

Beautiful guitar

I bought this 12 string to replace one I had years ago. The price is unbelievable and the sound is great. I'm very happy with my purchase. It is my second Ibanez acoustic. My other one is 35 years old
Music background: 45 years of playing GUI and bass
Rated 5/5

Love this 12 string!

All I can say is that this little beauty is gorgeous to look at and plays beautifully, as well! It even sounds great plugged in! I have played many 12 strings in all price ranges from the biggest names in the business and for the money, this one can't be beat. I recommended this one for my sister-in-law and liked it so much, purchased two more, one for my niece and one for myself! This one is very easy to play, even with small hands and no 12 string playing experience. I don't know how Ibanez did it at this price point, but you won't be disappointed!
Music background: Folk singer for 50 years.
Rated 5/5

OMG

WOW! I own 10 guitars and this one wins hands down in the bang for the buck category. Had a set up performed which was nicely done and was slightly out of tune on arrival. Used the onboard tuner which worked to perfection and she plays extremely well! Comfortable and attractive. Doesn't fill a room with big sound but neither does my $1200 Taylor cutaway. I just plug into my Fishman mini amp they come alive. Get one. Crazy bargain.
Rated 5/5

Sweet 12 String!

1st let me start by saying that Sweetwater has unmatched customer service! My Man Logan Miller is very knowledgeable and was extremely helpful. The guitar arrived within a few days of purchase in perfect condition. Did not need to take it anywhere it was all setup and playing once tuned and acclimated. The sound is amazing both acoustic and plugged in. Definitely recommend getting a hard case for it. You will not be disappointed with this 12 string. Thanks again Logan...cheers!
Music background: Keyboards, Guitar, Bass, Drums, DJ
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