SeriesIbanez AEB

(Originally written by Bloodrain33/translated from Audiofanzine FR) - Where was it made? (USA, Japan, Mexico, France...) Made in China... I don't have anything against Chinese guitar makers but... More information: -> https://www.ibanez.co.jp/world/country/frame_france.html - How many frets, what kind of pickups and what is the pickup configuration? 22 frets, piezo pickup, Ibanez SPT preamp - What about controls (volume, tone, pickup selector...)? I was surprised to see that the controls are very comprehensive: shape, treble, mid, bass, tuner plus a phase control but I don't know what for! There's a picture on the following website: https://www.ibanez.co.jp/products/images/features/28.jpg - What kind of neck? Standard set neck... - Is the neck comfortable? Quite comfortable! It's very fast! (but not as fast because the neck varnish is too thick... :s) - Is the access to the upper frets easy? No problems up to the 19th fret! Then it becomes difficult but that's normal, it's an acoustic guitar... - Is the instrument ergonomic (body shape, weight...)? Light, playable... - Does it fit your music style? Perfect! It's an all-round instrument! I play rock, punk, metal, etc. I sometimes like to slap and it's also quite good at that! (but don't expect too much, it's a budget Jazz Bass!) - Which amp(s) or effect(s) do you use with it? Amps: Behringer Ultrabass, Fender Rumble 15. Effects: EHX Nano Clone Chorus and Ibanez Phat-Hed PD7. - What kind of sounds do you get and which settings do you use ("crystal-clear", "fat", ...)? Everything possible using the versatile EQ! - Which sounds do you prefer / hate? The unplugged sound is ok, but it's more interesting when plugged. It has a nice but special character so test it before buying it. - How long have you been using it? Since early December 2008 but I tested it before... - Which feature do you like the most / the least? Pros: Very comprehensive preamp, sound, average finish... Cons: The varnish chips off too easily ... - Did you try any other models before buying it? I tested about ten models, three of which were interesting for me: a Cort, a Fender and this Ibanez (much cheaper)... - How would you rate its value for money? Unbeatable! Except for the too thick and chipping varnish, this bass is excellent! - Based on your experience, would you buy this product again? For sure! I give it between 16 and 18 because of the varnish. I'm not fan but other people might like it! I like natural finishes! P.S. I will update this review at some later point because the bass is still very new.