Ibanez EW50MPSE Exotic Wood Acoustic-Electric Guitar
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The Ibanez EW50MPSE has striking looks and great tone. With exotic Monkey-Pod wood and Ibanez electronics, the Ibanez EW50MPSE sounds great.
Overview
What makes a true work of art? The beauty of the craftsmanship? The detail of the lines and curves? The subtlety of the color and hue? Probably all of the above, but the most important aspect is that connection with an audience, the spark that speeds up the heartbeat and ignites the imagination.
You won't find anything quite like the exquisite Ibanez Exotic Wood Series, even among guitars that are much more expensive. These instruments look beautiful enough for gallery display and yet are ready for any type of gig. Now, that's an artistic accomplishment.
New for 2009 is the EW50MPS, the first solid top EW model, featuring a solid monkey pod top and monkey pod back and sides. Monkey pod is similar in resonance and look to koa. The new spalted mango-wood body on EW20SG and cocobolo body on EW40CB continues the EW tradition of the finest exotic tone woods, superb electronics and surprisingly low prices.
Features
Mahogany Neck
Abalone Rosette
Ibanez Chrome Die-Cast
B-Band UST Pickup
Ibanez SRTn Preamp with Notch Filter and Onboard Tuner
Rosewood Bridge and Fretboard
Ivorex II (TM) Nut and Saddle
Advantage(TM) Bridge Pins
D'Addario(R) EXP(TM) Strings
Exotic Wood models feature B-Band(R) UST pickups and Ibanez SRTn preamps with onboard tuners.
Ivorex II
Ivorex II nuts are stronger and more durable than bone and even harder than the original Ivorex. Ivorex II allows brilliant highs and more pronounced lows with less mid-range which makes Ivorex II-fitted guitars… read more perfect for amplification.
Many Ibanez acoustic guitars features both 1/4" and XLR outputs for increased versatility.
The EW50MPSENT features an ebony bridge and fretboard and solid monkey-pod top.
The EW50MPSENT features an ebony bridge and fretboard and solid monkey-pod top, back and sides.
The EW50MPSENT features an ebony fingerboard, bound mahogany neck and monkey-pod top, sides and back. read less
You won't find anything quite like the exquisite Ibanez Exotic Wood Series, even among guitars that are much more expensive. These instruments look beautiful enough for gallery display and yet are ready for any type of gig. Now, that's an artistic accomplishment.
New for 2009 is the EW50MPS, the first solid top EW model, featuring a solid monkey pod top and monkey pod back and sides. Monkey pod is similar in resonance and look to koa. The new spalted mango-wood body on EW20SG and cocobolo body on EW40CB continues the EW tradition of the finest exotic tone woods, superb electronics and surprisingly low prices.
Features
Mahogany Neck
Abalone Rosette
Ibanez Chrome Die-Cast
B-Band UST Pickup
Ibanez SRTn Preamp with Notch Filter and Onboard Tuner
Rosewood Bridge and Fretboard
Ivorex II (TM) Nut and Saddle
Advantage(TM) Bridge Pins
D'Addario(R) EXP(TM) Strings
Exotic Wood models feature B-Band(R) UST pickups and Ibanez SRTn preamps with onboard tuners.
Ivorex II
Ivorex II nuts are stronger and more durable than bone and even harder than the original Ivorex. Ivorex II allows brilliant highs and more pronounced lows with less mid-range which makes Ivorex II-fitted guitars… read more perfect for amplification.
Many Ibanez acoustic guitars features both 1/4" and XLR outputs for increased versatility.
The EW50MPSENT features an ebony bridge and fretboard and solid monkey-pod top.
The EW50MPSENT features an ebony bridge and fretboard and solid monkey-pod top, back and sides.
The EW50MPSENT features an ebony fingerboard, bound mahogany neck and monkey-pod top, sides and back. read less
Specs
BodyShape: EW Body with Cutaway
Neck: Mahogany Neck
BackSides: Monkey-Pod Back and Sides
Top: Solid Monkey-Pod Top
Rosette: Abalone Rosette
Tuners: Ibanez Gold Die-Cast Tuners with Brown Pearloid Knob
Pickup: B-Band(R) UST(TM) Pickup
Electronics: Ibanez SRTn Preamp with Notch Filter and Onboard Tuner
Fretboard: Ebony Bridge and Fretboard
Saddle: Ivorex II (TM) Nut and Saddle
BridgePins: Advantage(TM) Bridge Pins
Strings: D'Addario(R) EXP(TM) Strings
Finishes: Natural High Gloss Finish
Neck: Mahogany Neck
BackSides: Monkey-Pod Back and Sides
Top: Solid Monkey-Pod Top
Rosette: Abalone Rosette
Tuners: Ibanez Gold Die-Cast Tuners with Brown Pearloid Knob
Pickup: B-Band(R) UST(TM) Pickup
Electronics: Ibanez SRTn Preamp with Notch Filter and Onboard Tuner
Fretboard: Ebony Bridge and Fretboard
Saddle: Ivorex II (TM) Nut and Saddle
BridgePins: Advantage(TM) Bridge Pins
Strings: D'Addario(R) EXP(TM) Strings
Finishes: Natural High Gloss Finish
Documents and Manuals
For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-669-8262
Web: https://www.ibanez.com/usa/support/
Phone: 800-669-8262
Web: https://www.ibanez.com/usa/support/
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
(8 ratings)
Submitted June 7, 2011 by a customer from live.com
"Awesome looks and quality and extremely good playability and versatility. The EW50MPSE is a value that is hard to beat!"
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Ibanez hasn't dissapointed with this product or any other of their instruments I have purchased. I now have a EWAS-20-NT acoustic(another awesome exotic wood series guitar) the EW50MPSE and an Ibanez mandolin. I even bought an Ibanez banner from Hong Kong LOL. I've got my eye on an artcore hollowbody next to join my happy family.
Sound
The sound of the EW50 is passable unplugged. I also play it amplified by Behringer C2 condenser mics and through a Behringer ACX450 Acoustic amp. It sounds good and natural using the mics and really punchy through the amp. I like combining the amp and the mics and the versatility of sounds and tones is awesome. I'm still experimenting(that's what makes it fun!)
Features
The gold hardware on the guitar really sets it off. The electronics give me everything I need - I espcially like the on board tuner and the chorus effect. I'm hoping as the guitar ages, the tone will just get better because of the solid monkey pod constrution.
Quality
I have no problem at all with the finish and fit of the EW50. The monkey pod wood is really eye-catching and rich looking, especially set off by the gold hardware and the mop headstock and fretboard work. I bought the guitar as a 2nd but haven't been able to find a single fault or blemish.
Value
I would buy another just like it for the price I paid with no hesitation.
Manufacturer… read more Support
No problems requiring service or warranty work.
The Wow Factor
The stunning looks and finish of the EW50MPSE alone are enough to make it a must have instrument. Combine that with the playability and versatility of sounds and tones and it's hard to find another guitar in it's price range that compares with it.
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Bluegrass, folk, pop, blues read less
Sound
The sound of the EW50 is passable unplugged. I also play it amplified by Behringer C2 condenser mics and through a Behringer ACX450 Acoustic amp. It sounds good and natural using the mics and really punchy through the amp. I like combining the amp and the mics and the versatility of sounds and tones is awesome. I'm still experimenting(that's what makes it fun!)
Features
The gold hardware on the guitar really sets it off. The electronics give me everything I need - I espcially like the on board tuner and the chorus effect. I'm hoping as the guitar ages, the tone will just get better because of the solid monkey pod constrution.
Quality
I have no problem at all with the finish and fit of the EW50. The monkey pod wood is really eye-catching and rich looking, especially set off by the gold hardware and the mop headstock and fretboard work. I bought the guitar as a 2nd but haven't been able to find a single fault or blemish.
Value
I would buy another just like it for the price I paid with no hesitation.
Manufacturer… read more Support
No problems requiring service or warranty work.
The Wow Factor
The stunning looks and finish of the EW50MPSE alone are enough to make it a must have instrument. Combine that with the playability and versatility of sounds and tones and it's hard to find another guitar in it's price range that compares with it.
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Bluegrass, folk, pop, blues read less
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