Ibanez SS300 Artstar Hollowbody Electric Guitar (with Case)

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With its smaller lower bout, the Ibanez SS300 Artstar Hollowbody delivers the same full-bodied jazz tone you love, without the bulk.

Long-standing relationships with the likes of George Benson, Pat Metheny, and John Scofield have solidified Ibanez as a leader in the world of Jazz Guitar. The same dedication and commitment to quality, detail, and innovation demonstrated in developing these top artists' guitars, also led to the creation of the Artstar Series -- a line built specifically for working professionals. As more players move towards Artstar, Ibanez continues to grow the line, answering needs normally only serviced by custom builders.

The SS300 is a perfect example: A lower bout width of 15" downsizes the body noticeably, making it more comfortable for the player who can't quite wrap around a conventionally sized hollow body -- and yet the SS300 delivers full, round, traditional jazz tone.

Much of that savory tone is due to the SS300's solid Spruce top, Flamed Maple back and sides, and solid, 5-piece Maple/ Walnut set-in neck. A bound Ebony fingerboard offers elegant Pearl/ Abalone block inlays, and medium frets, given the Artstar Fret Edge treatment for faster, smoother playing. Jazz players will recognize the original Ibanez Super 58 Customs as the pickup preferred by numerous jazz luminaries for use in their own Signature models. Super 58 Customs are characterized by their warm, balanced articulation and exceptional response.

Includes a hard shell case.

- Neck: 5pc Maple/ Walnut "Artstar" set-in neck
- Top: Solid Spruce
- Back/sides body: Flamed Maple
- Fingerboard: Bound Ebony
- Nut: Bone
- Inlay: Pearl/ Abalone block
- Frets: Medium frets w/ Artstar fret edge treatment
- Neck pickup: Super 58 (H) neck pickup (Passive/Alnico)
- Bridge pickup: Super 58 (H) bridge pickup (Passive/Alnico)
- Bridge: ART-W
- Hardware: Gold
- Knobs: Sure Grip III control
- Strings: D'Addario ECG24 Jazz light flatwound equipped
- Accessories: Hard shell case included

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-669-8262
Web: https://www.ibanez.com/usa/support/

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (1 ratings)
Submitted March 30, 2016 by Mark M in Bakersfield, CA

"It's A Keeper"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Wow!!! What a beauty. Absolutely stunning, and as hard as I tried I couldn't find one blemish or imperfection in it's construction. Then the real test. Unplugged it sounds amazing and, after only slight tuning adjustments it practically played itself. The intonation was spot on and the setup was outstanding; no need for adjustments I could find. Plugged in it was even more impressive. That warm jazz sound I've been looking for came through. This is definitely going to be my favorite from here on out. The SJ model, being larger may sound a little richer; I don't know. I do know that this fits my smaller stature and fingers better than any guitar I've ever played and it sounds amazing. Thank you again zZounds for making it possible.

Musical Background:

3+ years playing guitar, play at keyboards and recording, songwriter

Musical Style:

It's all good; currently focused on jazz
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