Ibanez AEGB30E-NTG Natural

An Ibanez Electro-Acoustic Designed for Stage and Comfort

With the AEGB30E, Ibanez offers an electro-acoustic bass focused on ergonomics and efficiency: an AEG body with reduced depth for immediate comfort, and integrated electronics ready to amplify the instrument both in rehearsals and on stage. The choice of a specific thumb rest and a preamp with built-in tuner confirms a very "plug-and-play" approach without sacrificing acoustic musicality.

For Which Bassists and Styles?

The Ibanez AEGB30E is particularly aimed at beginner to intermediate bassists looking for an electro-acoustic bass that is easy to set up and comfortable, but it also suits experienced musicians needing a practical bass for accompaniment. It is well suited for unplugged settings, pop, folk, variety, worship, and any ensemble playing where a round and clear bass tone is desired, with the possibility to quickly plug in via the jack output.

Sound Characteristics

The spruce top promotes a clear attack and good definition, useful for maintaining precision in the low end. The sapelli back and sides add a warmer character, with present mids and a pleasant roundness when playing fingerstyle. The walnut bridge contributes to direct vibration transmission to the body, while the walnut fingerboard supports a homogeneous tonal balance from low to high frequencies. When plugged in, the undersaddle pickup and AEQ-2T preamp offer immediate control: bass/treble to quickly shape the tone, and volume to adapt to the stage.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

For safe transport, the recommended Ibanez IABB540-BK gig bag is indicated as compatible. The original strings, Ibanez IABS4XC32 Carbon coated (.040/.060/.075/.095 gauges), are a reliable reference if you want to maintain the factory-set feel and tension balance.

Technical specifications

Body shape	AEG	Thickness at 1st fret	21 mm / 0.83"
Top	spruce	Thickness at 7th fret	22.5 mm / 0.89"
Back and sides	sapelli	Radius	400 mmR / 15.75"
Body dimensions	length 49.2 cm / 19 3/8"	Tuners	black die-cast
Rosette	acrylic	String spacing	19 mm / 0.75"
Bridge	walnut	Pickup	Ibanez Undersaddle
Neck	AEGB / 3-piece Nyatoh/maple neck	Preamp	Ibanez AEQ-2T with built-in tuner
Fingerboard	walnut	Output jack	1/4"
Inlays	white dots	Battery	9V x 1
Number of frets	21	Strings	Ibanez IABS4XC32 Carbon coated
Scale length	32" / 815 mm	String gauges	.040/.060/.075/.095
Nut width	43 mm / 1.69"	Factory tuning	1G, 2D, 3A, 4E
Width at 14th fret	58 mm / 2.28"	Recommended gig bag	IABB540-BK