Feature:
It could use a 3-band EQ rather than the 2-band it comes with. It has very good quality enclosed tuners. You'll want to replace the plastic strap buttons with some Straplocks or at least some chrome standard ones. I wish it had a solid spruce or cedar top-would sound better than the laminated one. It does include an extra bridge saddle with shims, a hex key wrench for the truss rod, and an extra bridge pin (at least, mine did.)
Quality:
The TCY10 is a solidly-built axe with a good gloss finish. I got the black one, and when I got it there were no faults or blemishes that I could see. As I mentioned earlier, I did have to replace the input jack-it got to where it would pop and crackle loudly if the cord was moved much. I think it will last me a lifetime (I take care of my babies!). Wish it had a pick guard, though.
Value:
This little gem is a great value!
Desirability:
I just love the funky Talman shape-it's unique and partly what attracted me to this axe in the first place. It also makes a fine travel guitar! Very comfortable to hold & play-more like an electric than an acoustic. Light as a feather.
Sound:
Sounds a little thin unplugged, but through my 65-watt Kustom acoustic amp it sounds very good. I think it sounds best with either 10-47 or 11-50 phosphor bronze strings (D'Addario EXP's are great). I installed a graphite nut which helped the tone & tuning stability on mine. Had to replace the input jack after about 2 years. Otherwise, a great take-anywhere value axe! Well worth the money. It probably wouldn't work well in a recording situation, but you can jam with the best of 'em in the garage!
Support:
Can't comment on the support, I do my own repair work and have never needed it. Ibanez has a great reputation, though. I have no worries that they'll be there if I need them.
Overall:
This guitar is one of many I own-it fills a niche for me as a take-anywhere knock-around instrument that has decent sound, especially plugged in. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one if I lost it. I have a dreadnought, a Les Paul, 3 classical acoustic electrics, a P-bass, banjo & a mandolin, and my Ibanez has its place among them and always will.
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