The Sapele top delivers a warm, full tone. The Bocote back and sides show a beautiful wood grain and provide a powerful and warm sound. The Comfort Grip Nyatoh Neck contour provides superior playability. Macassar Ebony produces tight lows and mid range along with strong attack in the highs and quick response with rich sustain. The Indonesian Ebony bridge transfers string vibration directly to the body, delivering a natural and warm tone. The Ibanez AEQ-TP2 preamp provides the extra punch of on-board EQ along with a convenient and easy-to-read digital tuner and 2-band EQ, located on the instrument’s upper bout. The Ibanez T-bar Undersaddle pickup accurately translates that full sound to whatever amplification system you plug it into.