Ibanez V40WSCE-OPB Open Pore Brown
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A versatile V Series: the Ibanez spirit in an electro-acoustic dreadnought
With the V40WSCE, Ibanez offers an electro-acoustic guitar in a dreadnought cutaway format, designed to cover the essentials: play loud acoustically, then switch to plugged-in mode without hassle. This "all-terrain" approach makes it a relevant option for equipping yourself with a single guitar capable of accompanying both rehearsals and amplified performances.
Who is it for, and in which styles?
This guitar is particularly aimed at beginner to intermediate guitarists who want a comfortable instrument with real volume reserve and the possibility to plug in. The dreadnought format highlights strumming, pop, folk, and rock accompaniment, while the cutaway helps with melodic lines and solos high up the neck.
The sound
The dreadnought body promotes powerful projection and present bass, ideal for filling space acoustically. According to supplier information, the combination of a spruce top (clear attack, good definition) and sapelli back and sides (warm mids, brightness) aims for an effective balance for accompaniment. Once plugged in, the undersaddle pickup emphasizes precision and dynamics, and the Ibanez preamp allows quick tone adjustments to fit into a mix (rehearsal, stage, recording).
Recommended compatible accessories
To stay as close as possible to the specifications, favor a set of acoustic strings with gauges .012/.016/.024/.032/.042/.053 (same gauge as original). For the electronics, have a spare 9V battery on hand to avoid any unpleasant surprises during rehearsal or on stage.
Technical specifications
| Type | electro-acoustic guitar | Fingerboard (supplier description) | Purpleheart |
| Shape | dreadnought cutaway body | Number of frets | 20 |
| Top (spec sheet) | White Siris | Inlays | white dots |
| Back and sides (spec sheet) | White Siris | Bridge (spec sheet) | Nandu wood |
| Top (supplier description) | spruce | Bridge (supplier description) | Purpleheart |
| Back and sides (supplier description) | sapelli | Tuners | chrome |
| Neck (spec sheet) | VMeranti | Bridge pins | Ibanez Advantage |
| Neck (supplier description) | okoumé | String spacing | 11 mm / 0.43" |
| Scale length | 650 mm / 25.6" | Pickup | Ibanez Undersaddle |
| Nut width (a) | 42 mm / 1.65" | Preamp (spec sheet) | Ibanez AEQ-TP2 |
| Width at 14th fret (b) | 54 mm / 2.13" | Preamp (supplier description) | Ibanez AEQ-2T with integrated controls |
| Thickness at 1st fret (c) | 21.5 mm / 0.85" | Power supply | 1 x 9V battery |
| Thickness at 7th fret (d) | 23.5 mm / 0.93" | Original string gauge | .012/.016/.024/.032/.042/.053 |
| Radius | 250 mm / 9.84" | Factory tuning | 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E |
| Fingerboard (spec sheet) | Nandu wood | ||
Questions frequently asked
Can the Ibanez V40WSCE-OPB be plugged into an amplifier?
The guitar features an Ibanez Undersaddle pickup and an Ibanez AEQ-TP2 preamp. Power is supplied by a 9 V battery. A spare battery maintains the electronics operational during rehearsals or performances.
Is this dreadnought suitable for folk and pop strumming?
The dreadnought format provides powerful projection and strong bass, suitable for chord playing. The top is specified as spruce in the supplier description, with sapelli back and sides.
What is the original string gauge installed?
The factory setup uses gauges .012/.016/.024/.032/.042/.053, with standard tuning E1, B2, G3, D4, A5, E6.
Does the cutaway facilitate access to the high notes?
The cutaway body allows easier access to the higher frets for melodic parts and solos. The neck has 20 frets and a width of 54 mm at the 14th fret.
What are the neck dimensions of this Ibanez?
The scale length is 650 mm and the nut width is 42 mm. Neck thickness is 21.5 mm at the first fret and 23.5 mm at the seventh fret. The fingerboard radius is 250 mm.
