I love getting new guitars but i think i'll keep this one no matter what else i get. it's my baby :). I did consider getting a fender that went for $200 but had less options didn't feel as good to me and to be honest i liked the way the ibanez looked (and i'm pretty loyal to ibanez instruments) The thing i like most about it is how it sounds plugged in. it's exactly what i want it to sound like. the thing i like least is the big AE on the headstock and the size of the frets. i don't know why the AE thing bothered me, but it did at first. the neck is kind of round, but i like it. The frets are the first thing i'd change though. I would like them a little smaller.

Sound
the sound is very full. i play in a sort of acoustic indie band and i use a lot of mostly open chordings. i've never had a problem with overpowering notes or anything.

Features
the built in flange is great. its really subtle and adds a really smooth sort of watery sound that still allows every note to ring how i'd want it to. beautiful.

Quality
I bought mine used so i can't really say how everything was out of the factory. but they come with Elixer strings (beautiful thing). I don't have any problems with mine for reliability. Good road guitar but i suggest keeping a harcase. it's not made poorly just softbags have lead to the death of too many beautiful guitars. Make sure you have batteries though b/c you don't want to… read more play this thing on low batteries.

Value
yes. very much so. it's not the price of a great taylor but it's a great sounding guitar. i get everything i want out of it.

Manufacturer Support
no idea how ibanez is with warrenty. i'd imagine if you buy it new they would take care of it though.

The Wow Factor
the color suits me perfect. it's a darkish purple which goes well with many colors i wear on stage (blue, black, brown or burgandy).... my friend pointed that out for me. it's an ibanez (i grew up with these things so i have a genuine love for them). it's a great acoustic electric that looks feels and sounds great. if this guitar was stolen i'd buy another one without shopping around for something different. i love this thing. The closeness of the strings makes my life a lot easier. i do wish the frets were a bit smaller though. just a little bit.

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