The AM was released by Ibanez for the first time in the early ”80s. Though smaller in size than other semi-hollow bodies, this guitar provides warm, punchy tone and abundant sustain. It offers the added benefit of being compact enough that players more accustomed to a solid body electric will feel right at home on this popular Artcore model.

The parallel histories of Jazz music and the hollow-body electric guitar are inextricably linked and manifest in the professional-grade Artstar series. The influences of these legendary instruments are immediately apparent with a bone nut, ebony fretboard, and Ibanez's signature Super 58 custom pickups. The critical eye will appreciate the attention to detail poured into these instruments like the smoothness of the fretboard and the skill applied to the fretwork, generally found on instruments costing twice as much. The Artstar embodies the pure jazz-box and the continual evolution the genre represents.

3pc Nyatoh/Maple neck
The 3pc Nyatoh/Maple Neck provides a rich mid-low end and great resonance.

Macassar Ebony fretboard
Macassar Ebony produces tight lows and mid range along with strong attack in the highs and quick response with rich sustain.

Medium frets with Artstar fret edge treatment
Medium sized frets enhances the accuracy to your notes.
The Artstar fret edge treatment with spherical surface processing offers super smooth performance.

Flamed Maple top / Flamed Maple back and sides
The Flamed Maple offers a beautiful wood grain.

Super 58 pickups
Super 58 pickups feature moderate output and vintage tone.

Gibraltar Artist bridge
The Gibraltar Artist bridge, made of a lightweight aluminum bridge frame and zinc saddles, provides natural tone, rich sustain and tuning stability. The low-positioned saddles promise comfortable playability.

Quik Change III tailpiece
The Quik Change III tailpiece enables faster and easier string changing.

Tri-sound switch
The Tri-sound switch gives a humbucker pickup three different sounds, expanding the versatility of your guitar.

Hardshell case included
Ibanez Hardshell case gives extreme protection for your beloved instrument.