{"product_id":"ibanez_alt50fardb","title":"ALT50FA Altstar Acoustic\/Electric Guitar - Red Doom Burst","description":"\u003cp\u003eIbanez has historically offered acoustic instruments that electric guitarists would find inviting and easy to play. Altstar models are the perfect option for the aspiring electric guitar player with a drive to explore the world of acoustic guitars. The Altstar series features a compact dreadnought body, 15.7\" fingerboard radius, tighter string spacing and 25.5\" scale neck, all designed to offer electric guitarists a seamless transition to acoustic playing. The single-cut Altstar also features a neck joint at the 16th fret, rather than the 12th fret, affording unparalleled upper fret access. Whether you're just looking to delve into the world of acoustic guitars, or you are seeking a quieter practice option while maintaining an electric guitar feel, this is your axe!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eComfort Grip Maple neck\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Comfort Grip Maple Neck contour provides superior playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePurpleheart fretboard\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Purpleheart fretboard emphasizes the beauty and the rich tonal character of this bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlamed Maple Art Grain (Basswood) top\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Flamed Maple Art Grain (Basswood) top displaying a gorgeous wood grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSapele back and sides\u003cbr\u003e\nSapele back and sides offer a full-bodied and warm mid-range and a bright tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIbanez Undersaddle pickup\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Ibanez Undersaddle Pickup accurately reproduces the acoustic nature of the bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIbanez AEQ-2T preamp w\/Onboard tuner\u003cbr\u003e\nThe AEQ-2T preamp is specifically-designed to adjust the frequencies of a bass and a treble, and allows operation of the built-in tuner without the instrument being plugged in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePurpleheart bridge\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Purpleheart bridge transfers string vibration directly to the body, delivering a natural and warm tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIbanez Advantage™ bridge pins\u003cbr\u003e\nThese pins really are an advantage over old-fashioned pins. Advantage™ pins are easier to take out and easier to put in than standard pins. A special bulb-shaped end makes the pin easy to grip and also prevents the pin from being pushed in too far. Best of all, with Advantage™ the pin and string stay put.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications\u003cbr\u003e\nNumber of Strings: 6\u003cbr\u003e\nNeck Type: Comfort Grip\u003cbr\u003e\nNeck Joint: Screw jointing\u003cbr\u003e\nNeck Joint Position: 16th fret joint\u003cbr\u003e\nNeck Material: Maple\u003cbr\u003e\nNeck Finish: Satin Polyurethane\u003cbr\u003e\nNeck Thickness (1st fret, mm): 20\u003cbr\u003e\nNeck Thickness (7th fret, mm): 21\u003cbr\u003e\nScale (inches):25.5\u003cbr\u003e\nScale (mm): 648\u003cbr\u003e\nNut Width (inches): 1.7\u003cbr\u003e\nNut Width (mm):43\u003cbr\u003e\nEnd Width (mm):55 at 16F\u003cbr\u003e\nNumber of Frets: 22\u003cbr\u003e\nFretboard: Purpleheart\u003cbr\u003e\nFretboard Radius (inches): 15.75\u003cbr\u003e\nFretboard Radius (mm): 400\u003cbr\u003e\nInlay: Sharktooth\u003cbr\u003e\nBody Shape (for Acoustic): Altstar\u003cbr\u003e\nBody Top Material (for Acoustic\/Hollow): Flamed Maple Art Grain (Basswood)\u003cbr\u003e\nBody Sides Material (for Acoustic\/Hollow): Sapele\u003cbr\u003e\nBody Back Material (for Acoustic\/Hollow): Sapele\u003cbr\u003e\nBody Depth (for Hollow): 4.375\u003cbr\u003e\nBody Width (for Hollow): 14.625\u003cbr\u003e\nBody Length (for Hollow): 18.125\u003cbr\u003e\nBody Depth at Joint: 90\u003cbr\u003e\nBody Depth at End: 110\u003cbr\u003e\nBody Finish: Gloss Polyurethane\u003cbr\u003e\nTotal Length (mm): 1036\u003cbr\u003e\nBody Thickness (mm): 110\u003cbr\u003e\nBody Length (mm): 460\u003cbr\u003e\nBody Width (mm): 370\u003cbr\u003e\nBridge:Purpleheart\u003cbr\u003e\nBridge Pins: Ibanez Advantage™\u003cbr\u003e\nSaddle Material: Plastic\u003cbr\u003e\nString Spacing (mm): 10.5\u003cbr\u003e\nNut: Plastic\u003cbr\u003e\nMachine Head: Black Die-cast tuners (18:1 gear ratio)\u003cbr\u003e\nOther Pickup: Ibanez Undersaddle\u003cbr\u003e\nPreamp (for Acoustic): Ibanez AEQ-2T preamp w\/Onboard tuner\u003cbr\u003e\nControls, Pickup Selector: 1 Volume, Bass, Treble\u003cbr\u003e\nOther Switches:Tuner on\/off switch\u003cbr\u003e\nOutput Jack: 1\/4\" output\u003cbr\u003e\nString Gauges (from top to bottom): .010\/.014\/.023\/.030\/.039\/.047\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecial Strings: Ibanez IACS61C\u003cbr\u003e\nTuning (from top to bottom): 1E,2B,3G,4D,5A,6E\u003cbr\u003e\nOther item(s) Included:Hex wrench, Saddle, Bridge pin\u003cbr\u003e\nBatteries Required: 9V x1\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ibanez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67891088031897,"sku":"ALT50FARDB","price":559.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6799\/6313\/files\/xl_09f3eb18fa612bcdf141a29b2268a0d3.webp?v=1793362819","url":"https:\/\/metronomie.com\/en\/products\/ibanez_alt50fardb","provider":"Métronomie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}