Ibanez - AM73G Black

Forget the massive soundboxes that block your view in the middle of a gig, this Ibanez Artcore AM73G Black has a slim, almost athletic silhouette that makes it easy to play standing up for hours on end. Its deep black basswood body doesn't just look good; it handles vibrations with a nervousness that will surprise those who are used to over-zealous jazz guitars.

Why bother with a fragile neck when you can have the Nyatoh? This robust wood, combined with a glued joint, ensures total energy transmission between your fingers and the amp. The rosewood fingerboard adds a touch of roundness that turns every note into a little bubble of warmth. You can feel the instrument vibrating against your ribs, creating an organic connection as soon as you plug in the jack.

The duo of Classic Elite humbuckers are no slouches. They deliver a massive presence in the low-mids, which prevents the sound from becoming shrill, even with a saturation pedal fully engaged. By playing the two separate volumes, you can go from a jazzy clean sound to a dirty bluesy grain without even touching your pedalboard. It's total freedom to improvise on the fly.

Setting up the Quik Change III tailpiece is pure pleasure for those who hate wasting time. The strings slide into the notches with a side-to-side movement, eliminating the chore of laborious stringing. Combined with the Gibraltar Performer bridge, this system ensures that your tuning remains immobile, even after a series of hard bends. Ibanez has created a precision tool that focuses on pure action.

Whether you're composing in your living room or warming up a small club room, this reference adapts to your energy. Its 'Black Gloss' look gives it an undeniable rock'n'roll edge that contrasts with traditional wood finishes. This is the instrument for those who want the resonance of the hollow and the attitude of the full.