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Ibanez

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For a decade now, Ibanez has energized the hollowbody segment with a wide range of designs—from rockin’ hybrids to straight-up jazz boxes. With the introduction of its Expressionist line, Ibanez has begun yet another chapter in the story of its acclaimed Artstar series.

Built with tonewoods selected for their beauty as well as their musicality, the Expressionist line covers the wide range of styles for which Ibanez hollowbody and semi-hollowbodies are known. The full-hollow AF95FM features flamed maple top, back and sides, and handsome ivory binding on the body, headstock and fingerboard. An expertly crafted 3-piece maple/mahogany set-in neck ensures body liveliness and is fitted with a rich ebony fretboard with silky contrasting pearl block inlays. The tortoiseshell colored pickguard provides a gorgeous appearance.

Jazz fans will recognize the Ibanez original Super 58 Custom pickups—the preferred pickup of George Benson, Pat Metheny and John Scofield used in their own signature models. These pickups provide warm, balanced articulation and excellent response. Super 58s are at home in variety of genres.
Ibanez AF95FM Artcore Expressionist Series Electric Guitar Antique Yellow Sunburst
Ibanez AF95FM Artcore Expressionist Series Electric Guitar Antique Yellow Sunburst
Ibanez AF95FM Artcore Expressionist Series Electric Guitar Antique Yellow Sunburst

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  • Flamed maple top, back and sides, ivory binding on body, headstock and fingerboard
  • 3-piece maple/mahogany set-in neck, bound ebony fretboard with arylic block inlay
  • Two Ibanez original Super 58 Custom pickups
  • ART-1 bridge, VT06 tailpiece

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Body
  • Body shape: Single cutaway
  • Body type: Hollow body
  • Body material: Solid wood
  • Top wood: Maple
  • Body wood: Flamed Maple
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: Not specified
  • Neck wood: Mahogany/maple/mahogany
  • Joint: Set-in
  • Scale length: 24.75" br /> Truss rod: Standard
  • Neck finish:
Fretboard
  • Material: Ebony
  • Radius: 15.75"
  • Fret size: Medium
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Acrylic block
  • Nut width: 1.656" (42 mm)
Pickups
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Super 58 Custom
  • Middle:
  • Bridge: Super 58 Custom
  • Brand: Ibanez
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Series or parallel: Switchable
  • Piezo: No
  • Active EQ: No
  • Special electronics:
Controls
  • Control layout: Master volume, tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-way
  • Coil tap or split:
  • Kill switch: No
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: ART1
  • Tailpiece: Stopbar
  • Tuning machines: Die-cast
  • Color: Gold
  • Country of origin: Indonesia

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4.29

7 Reviews

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Not what I expected

Filters

Best Uses

  1. Practicing5
  2. Jamming4
  3. Recording3
  4. Small Venues3
  5. Rock Concerts2

Cons

  1. Fret Buzz3
  2. Craftsmanship1
  3. No negative comments.1

Describe Yourself

  1. Experienced3
  2. Professional Musician3

Pros

  1. Fun To Play6
  2. Good Tone6
  3. Good Feel5
  4. Good Pick Up5
  5. Solid Electronics5

Reviewed by 7 customers

  • First Impression Good

    4

    submitted2 years ago

    bysamual

    fromorlando

    I play Jazz Standards. I have been using an Ibanez as 153 which works very well for me I have avoided the acoustic archtop for a while due to the darker sound. I found the semi better for playing a variety of styles and not have to worry about feedback etc... Starting to miss the acoustic jazz sound I purchased the Ibanez 95FM.So far I am impressed. The guitar appears to be a good acoustic archtop for the price. I must have been lucky, no rattles or fret buzzes, low action. Good mellow balanced tone and full sound. Light & easy playability. Used it on a rehearsal with others and sounded great. No feedback, however, we were not playing at a loud volume. In closing appears to be a good acoustic archtop.. Don't think you will do better for the price.

  • Great guitar but wrong specs listed

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byJavier

    fromFlorida

    This guitar is not made in Japan. It's made in Indonesia. It does not have 22 frets. It has 20 frets.

  • Exceeded Expectations

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byClay B.

    fromBurns, Oregon

    I play finger style in all genres, and this guitar fits my needs completely. The tone with no effects played through a DI box into a mixer is pristine and beautiful. It arrived set up within factory specs, which seem a little high for me. I will lower them a bit. I will never buy an over priced, name brand guitar again. I own Gibsons, Fenders, and others. This guitar is higher quality than any of them for a fifth of the price. Ibanez is the best value for your money.

  • Ibanez is still the leader in hollow body electrics.

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byMark

    fromNew York

    Sounds great acoustically and amplified. Was looking for a jazz box, and Ibanez exceeded my expectations.

  • Not what I expected

    2

    submitted5 years ago

    byAl

    fromWaterbury CT.

    I was surprised to see imperfections in the laminate and binding. I guess at that price point the guitar is OK.

  • i like this guitar a lot

    4

    submitted6 years ago

    byYucky Steve

    fromthe space shuttle

    I bought this last summer during a sale. I got the guitar for just under $600, tax included. The ad said that a hardshell case was included. I think that was a mistake, but GC honored the ad. I haven't made any adjustments to the guitar. The strings are a little high and there is some fret buzz at times. But the guitar sounds nice and it's fun to play. It stays in tune very well, and I like the flat wound strings. I saw a picture of Wes Montgomery playing a very similar-looking guitar. I don't sound like him, but I really enjoy playing mine.

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  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byjerry

    fromfalmouth, ma

    what does the AF95FM weigh ?

    what does the AF95FM weigh ?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    All guitars vary depending on the density of the wood. Manufacturers usually only spec size and type of wood. Guitars are generally between 6 and 12 lbs. They can be more. The only way to know the weight of an individual instrument is to weigh it. This will be approximately 7.5

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byGary

    fromNew hampshire

    Are there any stores in New England that have the sunburst Ibanez AF 95 Fm or are there any 95s in stock warehouse/any store that could be shipped? Gary

    Are there any stores in New England that have the sunburst Ibanez AF 95 Fm or are there any 95s in stock warehouse/any store that could be shipped? Gary

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar should be available in some of our store locations but you would want to contact the store directly to confirm availability.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byScott

    fromWI

    The specs list the country of origin as Japan. Is this correct or is the guitar made in China? Thank you.

    The specs list the country of origin as Japan. Is this correct or is the guitar made in China? Thank you.

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar was made in Japan.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byLarry

    fromGladwin,michigan

    What is the nut made from?

    What is the nut made from?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    It is made from plastic

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byDennis

    fromAlbany, NY area

    Your description above indicates that this guitar, af95fm Ibanez, is solid wood. I can't imagine a hollowbody at this price range being solid wood. Please clarify and if it is laminate then you must change the description to correctly represent the product. Thank you, Dennis

    Your description above indicates that this guitar, af95fm Ibanez, is solid wood. I can't imagine a hollowbody at this price range being solid wood. Please clarify and if it is laminate then you must change the description to correctly represent the product. Thank you, Dennis

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    The specs are: Body Body shape: Single cutaway Body type: Hollow body Body material: Solid wood Top wood: Maple Body wood: Flamed Maple Body finish: Gloss Orientation: Right handed

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byN/A

    fromundisclosed

    This Guitar is realy made in Japan or Indonesian?

    This Guitar is realy made in Japan or Indonesian?

    Open Reply -
    This is made in Indonesia