Ibanez M510E-BS Brown Sunburst

An Electro-Acoustic Designed for Amplification: The Advantage of the Magnetic Pickup

The choice of a magnetic pickup on an acoustic guitar aims for a direct amplified output, with a clear attack and excellent performance in band settings. Combined with spruce/mahogany luthiery, this setup emphasizes signal clarity and consistency while preserving the instrument's natural acoustic character.

For Which Guitarist and Styles?

This guitar is particularly suited for beginner to intermediate guitarists seeking an easy-to-handle instrument both at home and through an amplifier, as well as for stage musicians looking for an efficient and quick-to-adjust solution. It is well suited for pop, acoustic rock, blues, and accompaniment in both strumming and fingerpicking, thanks to its tone controls that allow softening or brightening the sound depending on the context.

Sound

The spruce top provides definition, good response in the treble range, and beautiful dynamics, ideal for nuanced playing. The mahogany back and sides enhance the midrange and add a warmer, more homogeneous tone, often appreciated for accompaniment. The maple neck adds a sense of precision and "punch" in the attack, while the rosewood fingerboard and bridge contribute to overall balance with a pleasant sustain. When plugged in, the guitar benefits from the magnetic pickup: the sound becomes more focused, with good presence in the mix, and the volume/tone controls allow quick adjustment of character (brighter or mellower) without complicating the setup.

Technical specifications

Type	electro-acoustic (amplification via magnetic pickup)	Nut width	not specified (mm and inches not provided)
Top	spruce	Radius	not specified (mm and inches not provided)
Back	mahogany	Tuning machines	chrome
Sides	mahogany	Pickup	magnetic pickup
Bridge	rosewood	Controls	volume, tone
Neck	maple	Finish	not specified
Fingerboard	rosewood	Cutaway	not specified
Scale length	not specified (inches and mm not provided)