Ibanez AR520HME

Ibanez AR520HME: Elegant Semi-Hollow Craftsmanship with Unmatched Tonal Versatility

The Ibanez AR520HME is a classy electric guitar that masterfully blends vintage-inspired aesthetics with modern playability and incredible tonal flexibility. Built around Ibanez’s iconic AR silhouette, this model features a semi-hollow construction that provides a lively, articulate acoustic response and an airy, open character. The striking combination of a Macassar Ebony top and an Okoume back yields a tight low end and cutting highs, making every chord bloom and every single note sing. Whether you are covering smooth jazz, expressive blues, or classic rock, the AR520HME feels and sounds like a refined workhorse far beyond its price point.

Key Features

• Semi-hollow Body Construction: Adds extra resonance and a harmonic richness to your sound, making it ideal for expressive clean tones and dynamic, touch-sensitive overdrive.
• Super 58 Pickups with Tri-Sound Switching: Renowned for their warm, vintage-flavored tone. Dual Tri-sound switches allow you to toggle each humbucker between series, parallel, and coil-tap modes for an expansive sonic palette.
• Macassar Ebony Top: Provides a high-end visual appeal while contributing to a clear, focused high-end attack and excellent note separation.
• Gibraltar Performer Bridge & Quik Change Classic Tailpiece: Ensures rock-solid tuning stability and features low-profile saddles for maximum picking comfort and lightning-fast string changes.
• 3-piece Maple Neck: Offers exceptional structural strength and enhanced resonance, paired with a bound Jatoba fingerboard for a smooth and precise playing experience.
• Versatile Performance: The combination of semi-hollow air and Super 58 warmth makes this guitar suitable for a vast range of genres and playing styles.

A Refined Icon for the Modern Performer

The Ibanez AR520HME in Natural finish is the perfect fusion of form and function. With its sophisticated electronics and resonant semi-hollow design, it offers a level of versatility that few guitars can match. From the studio to the stage, this instrument provides the reliable performance and professional tone that modern guitarists demand. Elevate your musical journey and experience the timeless appeal of the AR series—get your AR520HME today.