New Ibanez AW120 Models Feature B-Band, Special Resonant Finish
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AW120CERDV
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January 15, 2004
Ibanez announced two new Artwood models with very special features. Ibanez Artwood guitars are the descendents of the old Tama guitars made by Ibanez in the late '70s. Most Artwoods are the popular dreadnought size, but Artwoods are also available in grand concert and jumbo sizes.
"We gave the new AW120 dreadnoughts the resonant low gloss finish that we previously only used on our flagship Artwood 1050 model, which is significantly higher in price, "commented Irene Schvartsman of the Ibanez Acoustic Division in Bensalem, PA. "In addition, the AW120 features a select Engelmann solid spruce top, which is further improved in sound by the addition of our new Ivorex II saddle. The acoustic-electric version, the AW120CERDV, is also the only Artwood to feature the SquealRepeal pickup, a collaborative design by B-Band and Ibanez. It balances the clear highs of the top with the warm sound reproduction B-Band is known for."
The AW120RDV acoustic model retails for $499.99. The cutaway acoustic model, the AW120CERDV, retails for $749.99.
All Ibanez Artwoods feature ultra-hard Ivorex II nuts and saddles, Advantage bridge pins which allow easy string changes with complete string security, and D'Addario EXP long-life strings.
Ivorex II Nut and Saddle
Ibanez's new Ivorex II is stronger and more durable than bone and even harder than the original Ivorex! Ivorex II is specially formulated to provide ultra-fast response and maximum sound transfer to the body. In addition, Ivorex II allows brilliant highs and more pronounced lows with less midrange, which make Ivorex II fitted guitars perfect for amplification.
Advantage Bridge Pins
These new pins are a real advantage over old-fashioned pins. Advantage pins are easier to take out and easier to put in than standard pins. A special bulb-shaped end makes the pin easy to grip and also prevents the pin from being pushed in too far.
Model AW120CERDV
- List $749.99
- Body Style Dreadnought Cutaway
- Available Finish Resonant Dark Violin Low Gloss
- Top Engelmann Spruce
- Back and Sides Mahogany
- Fretboard/Bridge Material Rosewood
- Neck Material Mahogany
- Tuners Gold Grover
- Electronics Ibanez / B-Band SQR SquealRepeal Bridge Pickup, Ibanez AEQ-SSR Shape Shifter EQ
- Other Special Features D'Addario EXP Strings, Ivorex II Saddle and Nut, Advantage Bridge Pins
- Case PF50C
- Case List 129.99
Model AW120RDV
- List $499.99
- Body Style Dreadnought
- Available Finish Resonant Dark Violin Low Gloss
- Top Engelmann Spruce
- Back and Sides Mahogany
- Fretboard/Bridge Material Rosewood
- Neck Material Mahogany
- Tuners Gold Grover
- Other Special Features D'Addario EXP Strings, Ivorex II Saddle and Nut, Advantage Bridge Pins
- Case PF50C
- Case List 129.99
For more information, visit their web site at www.ibanez.com. |
