Ibanez As53L-Tf Tobacco Flat Artcore
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Artcore: an Ibanez lineage that has become a benchmark since 2002
First introduced in 2002, the Ibanez Artcore series has established itself as a must-have for guitarists seeking an affordable hollow-body guitar without compromising on craftsmanship. The AS53 follows this philosophy: offering expressive playability and inspiring sustain, with an identity capable of ranging from vintage "boxy" tones to more rock-oriented sounds, while maintaining a modern feel.
Who is it for, and in which styles?
The Ibanez Artcore AS53 is suitable for both ambitious beginners and intermediate players looking for a reliable and musical guitar. Its balance makes it very comfortable in jazz (rich chords), blues (attack and dynamics), country (definition), and rock (punch and sustain). With its 3-position selector switch, you can quickly move from a warm neck pickup tone to a sharper bridge pickup attack, or a blend of both in the middle position.
Sound
The pair of Infinity R (H-H) passive ceramic pickups delivers a clear and controlled output, with good dynamic response and impressive note definition when gain is increased, without "muddying" the lows. The nyatoh neck enhances a generous mid-low range, while the walnut fingerboard contributes to a balanced response from bass to treble. On the vibration side, the Gibraltar Performer bridge and Quik Change III tailpiece promote rich sustain and a stable feel, while maintaining comfortable playability thanks to low-profile nuts.
Recommended compatible accessories
To stay close to the factory setup, choose a set of strings with gauges .010/.013/.017/.030/.042/.052. For transport, the recommended options are the MS100C case and the IHB541-BK gig bag.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | HH | Body | Linden |
| Category | Hollow body | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Left handed | Yes | Electronics | Passive |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Gradient |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Finishing | Matt |
| Fingerboard | Walnut | Hardware | Chromed |
| Nbrs of frets | 22 | ||
| Top | basswood | Thickness at 9th fret | 24 mm / 0.94" |
| Back | basswood | Radius | 305 mm / 12.01" |
| Sides | basswood | Bridge | Gibraltar Performer bridge |
| Body dimensions (A x B x C) | 48.9 cm / 489 mm / 19.25" x 40 cm / 400 mm / 15.75" x 6.7 cm / 67 mm / 2.64" | String spacing | 10.5 mm / 0.41" |
| Neck type | AS Artcore | Tailpiece | Quik Change III |
| Neck wood | nyatoh | Hardware color | chrome |
| Construction | set-in neck | Neck pickup | Infinity R (H) (passive / ceramic) |
| Inlays | white dots | Bridge pickup | Infinity R (H) (passive / ceramic) |
| Number of frets | 22 | Selector switch | 3 positions (neck / neck + bridge / bridge) |
| Fret size | medium | Controls | 1 volume, 1 tone |
| Scale length | 628 mm / 24.72" | Factory tuning | 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E |
| Nut width | 43 mm / 1.69" | String gauge | .010/.013/.017/.030/.042/.052 |
| Width at 20th fret | 57 mm / 2.24" | Recommended case | MS100C |
| Thickness at 1st fret | 21 mm / 0.83" | Recommended gig bag | IHB541-BK |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ibanez AS53L-TF suitable for left-handed guitarists?
This model is designed for left-handed players and features 6 steel strings. Its AS Artcore glued-in neck made of nyatoh has a scale length of 628 mm and a nut width of 43 mm.
What musical styles can this Ibanez hollow-body guitar cover?
The basswood body and the two passive Infinity R humbuckers are suitable for jazz, blues, country, and rock genres. The neck pickup provides a warmer tone for chords. The bridge position delivers a sharper attack, while the middle position blends both pickups.
What pickups are installed on this guitar?
Two Infinity R ceramic magnet humbuckers are installed, one in the neck position and one at the bridge. The passive electronics include a 3-way selector switch, one volume, and one tone control.
What are the dimensions of the AS53L-TF body?
The body measures 489 mm in length, 400 mm in width, and 67 mm in depth.
What strings and case are recommended for this guitar?
The factory setup uses gauge .010/.013/.017/.030/.042/.052, tuned to standard E. The MS100C case and the IHB541-BK gig bag are the recommended references.
