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The Ibanez AE340FMH Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar brings together the rich heritage of traditional instruments with modern innovations for today's players. Designed for guitarists who demand inspiring tools to find their signature sound, the AE340FMH offers superb tone and effortless playability. The flagship AE series represents the continuing evolution of the acoustic guitar, as interpreted by the astute designers at Ibanez.

Ibanez AE340FMH X-M Bracing

Innovative X-M Bracing and A.I.R.port Technology

The AE340FMH achieves remarkably clear and balanced resonance thanks to Ibanez's carefully engineered X-M scalloped bracing pattern. Strategically allocating tone braces and finger braces helps transfer string vibration efficiently through the bridge and into the body. This innovative bracing gives you crisp treble, solid and focused midrange, and refined low end. It also allows the AE340FMH to resonate freely, resulting in exceptional sustain, dynamics and presence. Plus, a specialized A.I.R.port built into the side of the upper bout aims unfiltered acoustic tone directly at you, acting as a monitor of sorts for closer connection to the instrument.

Ibanez AE340FMH Back and Sides

Gorgeous Flamed Okoume Top, Back and Sides

The brilliantly flamed okoume top, back and sides of the AE340FMH enrich your tone with full-bodied lows, focused mids and clear, soaring highs. Flamed okoume has a stunning appearance on the surface, as well as a functionally balanced sound well suited to numerous styles of acoustic guitar playing. Warmth and articulation are two apt descriptors of the Ibanez AE340FMH's tonewood selection; as the top covers the broader frequency spectrum, the back and sides serve to add punch to the midrange for tones that always find their place in the mix.

Ibanez AE340FMH Neck

Easy-Playing Slim Nyatoh Neck

Shredding solos, complex chords and intricate fingerpicking are made smooth and effortless on the AE340FMH's slim, Comfort Grip nyatoh neck and rosewood fretboard. The neck has a thin C-shape profile with rounded edges, and jumbo frets further enhance playability, especially for single-note runs. Though not Wizard-fast like other shred-worthy Ibanez offerings, the AE340FMH's profile provides ample speed and dexterity for guitarists who like to perform fretboard acrobatics. The AE340FMH gives you unimpeded access to the entire neck, aided by a deep lower bout cutaway that opens up pathways to the entire range of available notes.

Ibanez AE340FMH Electronics

Amp Up With Custom Ibanez Electronics

The deeply resonant Ibanez AE340FMH is an acoustic masterpiece—stunningly prominent, exceptionally detailed and dynamically nuanced. While that's enough for the studio and intimate settings, taking to a larger stage necessitates additional amplification. Onboard electronics include an Ibanez T-bar undersaddle pickup and a custom preamp featuring volume and tone controls. These knobs, located on the top side of the instrument just south of the A.I.R.port, are unassuming and do not detract from the elegance of the flamed okoume. Custom Ibanez electronics ensure the AE340FMH Grand Auditorium sounds the same plugged in as it does in the room, promoting largely uncolored sound in favor of letting the guitar shine on its own.

For guitarists seeking the familiarity of tradition combined with thoughtful contemporary influences, the Ibanez AE340FMH is an inspiring instrument. Its superior resonance, comfortable playability and stage-ready acoustic-electric design make it an excellent choice for today's players. Audition an Ibanez AE340FMH Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar at your local Guitar Center today.

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  • AE body
  • X-M bracing
  • Nyatoh neck
  • Rosewood fretboard
  • Rosewood scalloped bridge
  • Ibanez T-bar Undersaddle pickup
  • A.I.R.port

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Body
  • Body type: Grand Auditorium
  • Top wood: Flame okume
  • Back & sides: Flame okume
  • Bracing pattern: Scalloped X
Neck
  • Neck shape: Thin C
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Neck wood: Nyatoh
  • Bridge: Rosewood
Electronics
  • Electronics: Ibanez Custom
  • Pickup/preamp: Undersaddle pickup
  • EQ/Tuner: 2-band
  • Special features: A.I.R.port
Other
  • Tuning machines:
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Number of strings: 6

collapse expand iconWarranty

Warranty terms vary. Check with manufacturer for specific product warranty.

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