The Artcore series hearkens back to Ibanez’s roots in the ‘70s, when it mostly produced traditional semi-hollow instruments. Some Artcore models, like the AS73G-RGF take the classic design and gives it a modern twist, making it more suitable for contemporary players looking for something fresh and vibrant.
With its classy rose gold metallic finish, gold hardware and Ibanez’s Classic Elite pickups, this stunning semi-hollow balanced modern and classic design for a versatile instrument.
Underneath that beautiful rose gold metallic finish, the AS73G-RGF features a Linden body. Belonging to the Basswood family, this material is light and projects a balanced tone with lots of mid-range bite. In conjunction with its semi-hollow design, this instrument has a lively character, giving chords a beautifully open sound.
The AS73G-RGF’s body is paired with a set Nyatoh neck, a warm-sounding tonewood that injects some rich low-end. This guitar is adorned with a bound Walnut fingerboard which feels smooth under the fingers, and has medium-sized frets ensuring excellent playability for both modern and traditional players alike.
The AS73G-RGF is fitted with a pair of Ibanez’s Classic Elite humbuckers, producing rich, nuanced sounds that lend themselves well to both clean and overdriven tones. Responsive to your playing dynamics, these pickups will let you articulate lead lines or chords with plenty of expression.
Ibanez has also made sure that its hardware is of a similar quality, with its Gibraltar Performer bridge and Quik Change III tailpiece keeping things stable. Easily adjustable, you can make effortless string changes and setup tweaks whenever necessary.
