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Ibanez’s Advanced Platinum Collection brings players the same playability and projection of their Advanced Series but with tonewoods that really up the musical ante. Now you can sound your best with the AAD400CE Advanced Platinum Acoustic-electric from Ibanez. This Sitka spruce-topped African mahogany instrument outputs tones thriving with articulation, warmth, and a natural punchiness. Combined with a grand dreadnought body shape, the AAD400CE offers delightful tone packed with depth and plenty of projection. You'll appreciate the easy playability of the AAD400CE's 5-piece mahogany and pau ferro neck and silky Macassar ebony fingerboard, in addition to its chrome die-cast 18:1-gear-ratio tuners that ensure rock-solid intonation. Also, the Advanced Access cutaway makes upper fret reach easily achieved for solos and harmonic creativity. Top this acoustic off with Ibanez Custom Electronics and you’re equipped to bring these six strings to any studio or stage.





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What's grander than a dreadnought?





In search of a grander projection and a more robust low end, Ibanez reimagined the dreadnought from the ground up, landing on the shape of the grand dreadnought. This body shape, five percent larger than a standard dreadnought, delivers rich tone, supreme volume, and that powerful low end response they were seeking. Combine this shape with Ibanez X-M bracing and you’ll be treated to crisp treble and a warm midrange to compliment the power of the body shape. The AAD400CE takes it further by adding warm, woody mahogany to the back and sides, which ensures a lovely sound whether you're fingerpicking or playing lush chord structures. Lastly, the AAD400CE offers a Low Oval Grip Thermo Aged 5-piece mahogany and a pau ferro neck with rounded fretboard edges that deliver superior playability.





Electronics to keep you plugged in





When its time to change gears the AAD400CE can shift right along with you, thanks to its Ibanez Custom Electronics that offer volume and tone control for plugged-in sessions. The AAD400CE features dual pickups as well as dual outputs. Plug into the endpin jack and you'll be treated to a mixed output of both the AP11 magnetic pickup and the contact pickup. Ibanez outfitted the AAD400CE with dual pickups so guitarists can blend between them, enhancing depth and tonal brightness. You'll also have access to onboard bass and treble controls to further contour your sound. Sweetwater tip: try using this electronics system with reverb or chorus pedals!





Ibanez AAD400CE Advanced Platinum Collection Acoustic-electric Guitar Features:


An acoustic-electric you can take to the studio or stage


Sitka spruce top and solid African mahogany back and sides provide warm, woody, articulate tone with plenty of richness


Low Oval Grip Thermo Aged 5-piece mahogany and pau ferro neck with rounded fretboard edge and Macassar ebony fingerboard offer excellent playability


Grand dreadnought body shape is 5% larger than a traditional dreadnought, offer increased volume and powerful low end


Advanced Access cutaway makes upper fret reach easily achieved


X-M bracing pattern adds crisp treble and warm midrange


Ibanez Custom Electronics offer both an AP11 magnetic pickup and a contact pickup


Dual outputs to achieve access to different pickup combinations


AP11 magnetic pickup is highly responsive and reflects the natural sound of the guitar


18:1-gear-ratio tuners ensure rock-solid intonation