Ibanez V44CE-WK Weathered Black Open Pore
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An Ibanez Folk Designed to Go from the Living Room to the Amp
The V44CE fits within the spirit of Ibanez folk guitars: an accessible, efficient acoustic designed to adapt to current uses. Its dreadnought body favors power and foundation, while the cutaway facilitates positions high up the neck. The electro-acoustic setup allows for rehearsals, recording, and amplified performances without hassle.
For Which Guitarist and Styles?
This guitar is especially aimed at beginner to intermediate guitarists who want a versatile folk guitar, comfortable for both strumming and fingerpicking. The dreadnought size suits pop, acoustic rock, variety, folk, and vocal accompaniment well. The built-in preamp and tuner (depending on the model) also make it relevant for those playing in bands or on small stages.
The Sound
The dreadnought format provides generous projection and present bass frequencies, ideal for supporting vocals. Regarding luthiery, the top is reported as spruce (clarity, precise attack) or meranti (warmer and more balanced tone) depending on available information, with back and sides indicated as sapele (full mids, brightness) or meranti. The fingerboard and bridge are mentioned as purpleheart or nandu wood: these woods promote a clear response and good definition. Once plugged in, the undersaddle pickup emphasizes attack and precision, useful for standing out in a mix.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain the original feel, favor a set of steel strings with gauges .012/.016/.024/.032/.042/.053 (factory gauge indicated). For the electronics, have a spare 9V battery on hand to avoid any interruptions during rehearsals or on stage.
Technical specifications
| Body shape | dreadnought cutaway body | Inlay | white dots |
| Top | spruce (depending on model) | Tuners | chrome |
| Back and sides | sapele (depending on model) | Bridge | purpleheart (depending on model) |
| Neck | okoumé (depending on model) | Bridge pins | Ibanez Advantage? |
| Scale length | 25.6" / 650 mm | String spacing | 11 mm / 0.43" |
| Nut width | 42 mm / 1.65" | Pickup | Ibanez Undersaddle |
| Width at 14th fret | 54 mm / 2.13" | Preamp | Ibanez AEQ-2T with built-in tuner (depending on model) |
| Thickness at 1st fret | 21.5 mm / 0.85" | Batteries | 1 x 9V |
| Thickness at 7th fret | 23.5 mm / 0.93" | Fingerboard | purpleheart (depending on model) |
| Radius | 250 mm / 9.84" | String gauge | .012/.016/.024/.032/.042/.053 |
| Number of frets | 20 | Factory tuning | 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E |
Questions frequently asked
Can the Ibanez V44CE-WK be connected to an amplifier?
The Ibanez Undersaddle pickup and the Ibanez AEQ-2T preamp enable amplified use. The system operates with a 9 V battery and includes a tuner as described.
What sound does the cutaway dreadnought body shape provide?
The dreadnought body promotes generous projection and prominent bass, suitable for vocal accompaniment. The cutaway allows easier access to the higher positions on the 20 frets.
Is this folk guitar suitable for beginners?
This model targets beginner to intermediate guitarists, with a 42 mm nut width and a 650 mm scale length. Its original string gauge of .012/.016/.024/.032/.042/.053 is standard for an acoustic folk guitar.
What woods are used on this Ibanez guitar?
The top is specified as spruce, while the back and sides are listed as sapele. The neck is given as okoumé, and both the fingerboard and bridge are made of purpleheart, according to the description.
What battery is needed for the preamp?
A 9 V battery is required to power the Ibanez AEQ-2T preamp.
