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product_id: 8725762
title: "Ibanez Artcore AS53 - Transparent Black Flat"
brand: "ibanez"
price: "€ 1072.50"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Ibanez"
url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/8725762-ibanez-artcore-as53-transparent-black-flat
store_origin: AT
region: Austria
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# Infinity R humbuckers for warm, balanced tone Semi-hollow body for rich resonance Art-St bridge ensures rock-solid tuning stability Ibanez Artcore AS53 - Transparent Black Flat

**Brand:** ibanez
**Price:** € 1072.50
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Unlock your signature sound with the Ibanez AS53 — where classic vibes meet modern playability.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Ibanez Artcore AS53 - Transparent Black Flat by ibanez
- **How much does it cost?** € 1072.50 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- ibanez enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ibanez brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Unbeatable Value:** Pro-level features and tone at an accessible price point—join the community of savvy musicians upgrading their sound.
- • **Stable & Reliable:** Art-St bridge and Quick Change III tailpiece lock in tuning so you stay performance-ready.
- • **Premium Craftsmanship:** Sapele body with walnut fretboard offers durability and a sleek, professional look in Transparent Black.
- • **Effortless Playability:** Set-in mahogany neck joins at 17th fret for smooth access to higher notes and expressive solos.
- • **Versatile Tone Mastery:** Infinity R pickups deliver warm, articulate sound perfect for jazz, blues, rock, and country.

## Overview

The Ibanez Artcore AS53 Transparent Black Flat is a semi-hollow electric guitar featuring Infinity R humbucker pickups for warm, balanced tones across genres. Its set-in mahogany neck and walnut fretboard provide smooth playability up to the 17th fret, while the Art-St bridge ensures stable tuning. Crafted with a sapele body and designed for versatility, this guitar offers exceptional value for musicians seeking professional sound and style without breaking the bank.

## Description

Whether you’re a solid body player looking to expand your tonal palate, or an acoustic player who wants to transition to electric, The AS53 is an affordable way to ease into the classic sounds of the semi-hollow guitar. The warm tone of the AS53 is built around two Infinity R humbucker pickups, mounted on a solid block of wood for increased Sustain and reduced feedback. The set-in mahogany art core neck joins the sample body at the 17th fret for easy access to higher notes. Rock, country, jazz or blues, the AS53 will handle it all.

Review: Amazing value for the money. Excellent guitar. - This is an amazing guitar, especially the price point VS value. I've always loved Ibanez and the playability is amazing. The colors are great. The craftsmanship is amazing. I highly recommend this guitar to anyone who is serious about playing.
Review: Best for the Money! - I had to be skeptical about a guitar pried at $300. I know they're out there, but normally there are major hard-to-correct issues. But this Ibanez model breaks the mold. To my surprise, it's a keeper. I bought it because right now I'm focusing on learning to play blues. Thanks to the Covid environment, I haven't been able to play with a jazz band for the past year or so. For that gig I have a wonderful Benedetto Bambino with .30 flat wound strings. I find it close to ideal for comping singers and horns, but not for playing blues. This Ibanez comes with .10s that I find just about right for the bending needed for convincing blues. The fit and finish of the Ibanez is great. I'm sure one way they keep cost down is by going with the mat finish on wood that's reasonable priced. I noticed the specs say the fretboard is walnut. Don't think I've run into that before, but, at least for now, it seems not be be a problem. The hardware is another area where they must have saved, and I'd say the tuners and pickups may not be the best, but they do the job. I'm really glad I bought this guitar, and I reluctantly did so after having to return two Telecaster Thinline-style guitars from G&L (around $600) and Fender (around $1000). One had a terrible fret buzz and the other was damaged in shipment.

## Features

- Infinity R pickups feature warm, balanced articulation and excellent response for various music genres
- Art-St Bridge provides tuning stability
- Easy access to higher notes
- Art-st Bridge provides tuning stability

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B005MYXBRS |
| Back Material Type | Sapele |
| Best Sellers Rank | #58,891 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #37 in Hollow & Semi-Hollow Electric Guitars #412 in Solid Body Electric Guitars |
| Body Material | Sapele |
| Body Material Type | Sapele |
| Brand | Ibanez |
| Brand Name | Ibanez |
| Color | Transparent Black |
| Connector Type | 1/4" (6.35mm) audio jack |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 243 Reviews |
| Fretboard Material Type | Walnut fretboard |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00606559717477 |
| Guitar Bridge System | Stop Tail |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | H |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Included Components | Set-in mahogany art core neck, Quick Change III tailpiece, Gibraltar Performer bridge, 22 frets |
| Instrument | Guitar |
| Instrument Size | 42.25 inches |
| Item Dimensions | 42.25 x 15.63 x 2.5 inches |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 46.06"L x 20.8"W x 5.12"H |
| Item Type Name | Semi-Hollow-Body Electric Guitar |
| Item Weight | 7.4 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Hoshino USA |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AS53TKF |
| Material Type | Mahogany Wood, Nyatoh Wood |
| Model Name | AS53 |
| Model Number | AS53TKF |
| Neck Material Type | Mahogany |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Operation Mode | manual |
| Scale Length | 24.7 |
| String Material Type | Nickel |
| Top Material Type | Sapele Wood |
| UPC | 606559717477 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | Ibanez electric guitars and basses are guaranteed to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of (1) one year from the date of original retail purchase. Please visit http://www2. Ibanez. Com/support/warrantyterms for terms and conditions. |

## Product Details

- **Back Material Type:** Sapele
- **Body Material:** Sapele
- **Brand:** Ibanez
- **Color:** Transparent Black
- **Fretboard Material Type:** Walnut fretboard
- **Guitar Pickup Configuration:** H
- **Hand Orientation:** Right
- **Neck Material Type:** Mahogany
- **String Material Type:** Nickel
- **Top Material Type:** Sapele Wood

## Images

![Ibanez Artcore AS53 - Transparent Black Flat - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ck93K5YBL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing value for the money. Excellent guitar.
*by G***R on November 26, 2025*

This is an amazing guitar, especially the price point VS value. I've always loved Ibanez and the playability is amazing. The colors are great. The craftsmanship is amazing. I highly recommend this guitar to anyone who is serious about playing.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best for the Money!
*by W***S on March 4, 2021*

I had to be skeptical about a guitar pried at $300. I know they're out there, but normally there are major hard-to-correct issues. But this Ibanez model breaks the mold. To my surprise, it's a keeper. I bought it because right now I'm focusing on learning to play blues. Thanks to the Covid environment, I haven't been able to play with a jazz band for the past year or so. For that gig I have a wonderful Benedetto Bambino with .30 flat wound strings. I find it close to ideal for comping singers and horns, but not for playing blues. This Ibanez comes with .10s that I find just about right for the bending needed for convincing blues. The fit and finish of the Ibanez is great. I'm sure one way they keep cost down is by going with the mat finish on wood that's reasonable priced. I noticed the specs say the fretboard is walnut. Don't think I've run into that before, but, at least for now, it seems not be be a problem. The hardware is another area where they must have saved, and I'd say the tuners and pickups may not be the best, but they do the job. I'm really glad I bought this guitar, and I reluctantly did so after having to return two Telecaster Thinline-style guitars from G&L (around $600) and Fender (around $1000). One had a terrible fret buzz and the other was damaged in shipment.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great guitar for the price.
*by D***E on June 25, 2025*

Love this guitar.. It plays great.

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*Last updated: 2026-04-26*