Ibanez AEWC400-AMS Amber Sunburst
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The AEWC Series: Ibanez's "comfort" vision in the acoustic range
With the AEWC400, Ibanez emphasizes a modern grip: a body designed to remain comfortable whether sitting or standing, and a cutaway that frees up the upper positions. This approach targets guitarists who want an acoustic with a bold look, easy playability, and above all effective when plugged in thanks to simple and reliable built-in electronics.
Who is it for, and for which styles?
This guitar is well suited for intermediate and advanced players looking for an agile electro-acoustic for rehearsals, stage, or direct recording. Its format and preamp make it relevant for pop, acoustic rock, modern folk, pick accompaniment, as well as arpeggio playing that requires precision and comfort across the entire neck.
Sound
The flamed maple (top, back, and sides) provides a quick response, excellent note-to-note clarity, and defined highs, particularly appreciated when playing with a pick and in open chords. The walnut fingerboard and bridge contribute to overall balance, avoiding a harsh tone while maintaining good presence across the spectrum. The nyatoh neck enhances midrange and bass density, while the AEWC body, more ergonomically focused, offers a more controlled low end and very clean amplified sound. When plugged in, the combination of Fishman Sonicore + Ibanez AEQ-SP2 aims for natural reproduction with immediate adjustment via volume, bass, treble, and tuner activation.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
For daily protection, the recommended Ibanez ICB540-BK gig bag is suitable. For replacement strings, the Ibanez IACS6C set with gauges .012/.016/.024/.032/.042/.053 respects the original setup. For stage and console use, plan according to your needs a 6.35 mm (1/4") jack cable and/or an XLR cable, as well as a spare 9V battery for the electronics.
Technical specifications
| Type | electro-acoustic guitar | Thickness at 1st fret | 20 mm / 0.79" |
| Shape | AEWC specially designed for comfort | Thickness at 7th fret | 21 mm / 0.83" |
| Top | flamed maple | Radius | 400 mm / 15.75" |
| Back and sides | flamed maple | Tuners | chrome die-cast with black buttons (gear ratio 18:1) |
| Rosette | Abalone | String spacing | 11 mm / 0.43" |
| Body dimensions | length 49.2 cm / 19.37", width 38.1 cm / 15.00", maximum depth 10.1 cm / 3.98" | Pickup | Fishman Sonicore |
| Bridge | original AEWC walnut top-loading | Preamp | Ibanez AEQ-SP2 with built-in tuner |
| Neck | asymmetrical AEWC comfort / nyatoh | Controls | tuner on/off, bass, treble, volume |
| Fingerboard | walnut | Output jacks | balanced XLR and 1/4" outputs |
| Number of frets | 20 | Power supply | 1 x 9V battery |
| Fret type | wide | Strings | Ibanez IACS6C |
| Inlay | offset white dots | Gauge | .012/.016/.024/.032/.042/.053 |
| Scale length | 25" / 634 mm | Factory tuning | 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E |
| Nut width | 43 mm / 1.69" | Recommended gig bag | ICB540-BK |
| Width at 14th fret | 55 mm / 2.17" | ||
Questions frequently asked
What connectivity is available on the Ibanez AEWC400-AMS?
The guitar features a 6.35 mm jack output and a balanced XLR output. The Ibanez AEQ-SP2 preamp also includes a tuner, with volume, bass, and treble controls.
Is the AEWC body comfortable for playing standing up?
The AEWC shape is designed for comfort both sitting and standing, with a maximum depth of 10.1 cm. The cutaway facilitates access to the 20 frets, especially in the upper positions.
What tone does the flamed maple bring to this electro-acoustic?
The top, back, and sides in flamed maple promote a quick response and defined trebles. The nyatoh neck adds density to the mids and lows, while the walnut fingerboard contributes to the overall balance.
What battery does the Fishman Sonicore preamp use?
The Fishman Sonicore and Ibanez AEQ-SP2 electronics operate on a 9 V battery.
What strings and gig bag are recommended?
The original setup uses Ibanez IACS6C strings in .012/.016/.024/.032/.042/.053, tuned to standard E. The Ibanez ICB540-BK gig bag is recommended for this model.
