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Ibanez AEB105E Acoustic-Electric Bass - Natural High Gloss

5-string Acoustic-electric Bass Guitar with Spruce Top, Sapele Back and Sides, Satin Maple Neck, Purpleheart Fingerboard, and Fishman Electronics - Natural High Gloss
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Sweet Acoustic-electric Bass from Ibanez

There is something truly unique about the sound of an acoustic bass — pure, low, and full. Ibanez has that uniqueness in mind as it offers the AEB105E acoustic-electric 5-string bass. Featuring an AEB-style body, this acoustic bass has the feel of a guitar, offering a comfortable playability that suits any style. The AEB105E's spruce top, sapele back and sides, and maple neck are tonewoods that produce a stellar low end with a touch of punchy midrange coloring. A purpleheart bridge and fingerboard also add to the tonal quality of this fine instrument and its beautiful response and feel. A Fishman S-Core pickup and Ibanez AEQ-SP2 preamp with onboard tuner deliver great amplified sound. Bassists here at Sweetwater love the playability and tone of this great 5-string acoustic-electric bass.

Best of both worlds

If you're like many of the bassists here at Sweetwater, you love the sound of an unplugged acoustic bass guitar but also need the ability to plug in to perform with the band. You'll love what the Ibanez AEB105E bass offers you. This beautiful 5-string acoustic-electric bass delivers great tone, whether you're plucking unplugged or plugged in using its built-in electronics. You can dial in an incredible range of bass sounds with this system's easy-to-use controls. Ibanez built the AEB105E from the ground up to perform. Its spruce top and sapele back and sides give you excellent projection, plenty of detail, and incredible tonal balance.

Ibanez AEB105E 5-string Acoustic-electric Bass Features:

  • 5-string acoustic-electric bass guitar sounds great unplugged or plugged in
  • Spruce top and sapele body deliver rich tone and incredible resonance
  • Satin maple neck provides excellent playability
  • Fishman S-Core electronics exhibit top-notch plugged-in sound
  • Chrome die-cast tuners ensure stable intonation

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Tech Specs

  • Number of Strings: 5
  • String Type: Steel
  • Body Type: 5-string Acoustic Bass
  • Body Shape: AEB
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  • Color: Natural
  • Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
  • Top Wood: Spruce
  • Back & Sides Wood: Sapele
  • Neck Material: Maple
  • Neck Shape: AEB
  • Fingerboard Material: Purpleheart
  • Fingerboard Inlay: White Dots
  • Number of Frets: 22
  • Scale Length: 32"
  • Nut Width: 1.85"
  • Nut/Saddle Material: Bone/Bone
  • Bridge Material: Purpleheart
  • Tuning Machines: Chrome Die-cast
  • Electronics: AEQ-SP2 preamp with onboard tuner, Fishman S-Core pickup
  • Strings: .040-.130
  • Case Included: Sold Separately
  • Body Length: 20.07"
  • Body Width: 16.14"
  • Body Depth: 4.92"
  • Overall Length: 46.25"
  • Manufacturer Part Number: AEB105ENT

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Customer Reviews

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Rated 5/5

Great and affordable acoustic bass.

I enjoy my Ibanez acoustic bass! All you need is to apply string oil and install feedback suppressor when plugging in for a gig. Thanks to Delvin, a great sales engineer!
Rated 5/5

Very nice acoustic bass

As noted by others, nice bass to pick up and practice on the couch - projects very nicely. Impressive to me, plugged-in, it maintains a nice "acoustic tone" that is a pleasing asset to this bass and is a welcome to my sonic arsenal. Price-point is also an added feature - well worth the investment. Sweetwater did an exceptional job with the set-up and Max Rice is "THE MAN" for keeping me up-to-date. If you are looking for that acoustic tone for your bass projects, this bass is well worth your consideration.
Music background: Hard rock and church worship for 25 yrs
Rated 5/5

Lot of BANG for the Buck!

My 1st acoustic/electric bass was a Harmony 4 string that I got from a pawn store close to my house, I knew the owners real well and they let me have it for what they had in it which wasn't much! That was around 10 years ago and it's served it's purpose! But when I seen this Ibanez acoustic/electric 5 string I had to have it! The customer service from Sweetwater was amazing! And when it arrived and I played it after waiting for the bass to acclimate like they told me to do I was amazed at how well it played! Sweetwater did and Great job setting it up and the intonation and cording and action was dead on! It plays wonderfully! I Highly Recommend Sweetwater and this Ibanez acoustic bass guitar
Music background: Playing Southern Gospel, Contemporary and Praise And Worship for over 30 Years!
Rated 5/5

Ibenez AEB105E Acoustic Bass

I am not an experienced bassist. I bought this bass to play on my sofa without an amp. For that it works well I do not know about projection to an audience but playing in my living room is great. I use the tuner regularly but the bass is usually in tune. I have not had to change the battery since I got the bass. I have used it plugged into my Rumble 100 and it is great on the amplifier. The bass is well made and quite attractive. Polish is a pleasant chore. Have the custom case which fits great and is well made also. Everything came quickly and in good shape. Thanks Joe James. The only downside to this bass is that it does not play itself!
Music background: Years involved in music but begging on bass
Rated 5/5

AEB105 Acoustic Bass

I have played horns for years. I wanted something different. Did not want an amplifier always. This is a beautiful guitar sound good and clear with out an amp. I have not used it amplifies because acoustic was my intention. My Teacher likes it also. He reports good sound and solid construction. I am very pleased. Only a beginner with this instrument. Service was good from Sweetwater. Ibenez was a little slow but a good instrument is better than lightening fast service by the builder. My customer service guy, Joe James, has helped me for years. Good people here.
Music background: Old horn player new bass player
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