Ibanez AEGB24E-MHS Mahogany Sunburst

The AEGB Series: An Acoustic Bass Designed for the Stage

With the AEGB24E, Ibanez focuses on a clear concept: offering a thin-bodied acoustic bass that is easy to transport and comfortable to play, while remaining powerful when plugged in. The AEG shape prioritizes ergonomics and stability, making it a solid option for bassists seeking a simple, effective, and reliable electro-acoustic bass for everyday use.

Who Is It For, and Which Styles?

This electro-acoustic bass is especially suited for beginners and intermediate players looking for a versatile instrument for rehearsals, lessons, small gigs, church/choir, or "unplugged" sessions... with the assurance of good amplified sound. It fits very well with pop, folk, soft rock, variety, and reggae, anywhere a round and clear bass tone is desired without complex settings.

Sound Characteristics

The sapele top combined with the sapele back and sides delivers a rather warm character, with present mids and well-rounded lows, very suitable for an acoustic bass oriented towards accompaniment. The AEG format, slimmer than a traditional large body, enhances comfort and playing control; acoustically, it provides a balanced response and sufficient projection for practicing or playing in small settings.

When plugged in, the AEGB24E relies on an Ibanez Undersaddle pickup that captures the four strings evenly. The AEQ-2T preamp keeps it simple with bass/treble EQ and volume controls, ideal for quickly adapting the sound to an acoustic amplifier or PA system, while benefiting from the built-in tuner (convenient for rehearsals and on stage).

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To protect the instrument, the recommended Ibanez IABB540-BK gig bag is the safest choice. As a replacement, you can stick with Ibanez IABS4XC32 Carbon Coated strings in gauges .040/.060/.075/.095. For amplification, a 6.35 mm (1/4") instrument jack cable is necessary to connect the bass to an amplifier or DI box.

Technical specifications

Format	Concert	Fingerboard	Walnut
Left handed	No	Nbrs of frets	21
Cutaway	Yes	Neck Type	Glued
Strings	Steel	Electroacoustic	Yes
Nbr of strings	4	Color	Gradient
Top	Sapelli	Finishing	Glossy
Back&Sides	Sapelli	Hardware	Black

Type	Electro-acoustic bass	Radius	15.75" / 400 mm
Body Shape	AEG body	Bridge	walnut
Back and Sides	sapele	Bridge Pins	black with white dots
Rosette	acrylic	Tuners	black die-cast tuners
Armrest	merbau	String Spacing	0.75" / 19 mm
Neck	AEGB 3-piece Nyatoh/maple	String Gauges	.040/.060/.075/.095
Inlays	white dots	Factory Tuning	1G, 2D, 3A, 4E
Number of Frets	21	Pickup	Ibanez Undersaddle
Scale Length	32.1" / 815 mm	Preamp	Ibanez AEQ-2T with built-in tuner
Nut Width	1.69" / 43 mm	Controls	tuner on/off, bass, treble, volume
Width at 14th Fret	2.28" / 58 mm	Output Jack	1/4" / 6.35 mm
Thickness at 1st Fret	0.83" / 21 mm	Recommended Gig Bag	IABB540-BK
Thickness at 7th Fret	0.89" / 22.5 mm