Spruce remains the most popular wood for acoustic guitar tops, mainly due to its pristine tonal clarity. Sapele back and sides offer a full-bodied and warm mid-range and a bright tone. The Okoume neck provides greater playing comfort. While the Purpleheart fretboard emphasizes the beauty and the rich tonal character of this guitar, the Purpleheart bridge transfers string vibration directly to the body, delivering a natural and warm tone.

The Ibanez AEQ-TP2 preamp provides the extra punch of on-board EQ along with a convenient and easy-to-read digital tuner and 2-band EQ, located on the instrument’s upper bout. The Ibanez Undersaddle Pickup accurately reproduces the acoustic nature of the guitar.