Ibanez AS93QMSP-DBS AS Series Quilted Maple Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar in Dark Brown Sunburst

The Ibanez AS93QMSP-DBS is a semi-hollow body electric guitar from the brand's Artcore Expressionist series, designed to deliver the resonant, warm tones characteristic of jazz and blues while offering the sustain and feedback control needed for rock and country playing. Its construction centres around a chambered body with a solid centre block, providing acoustic resonance alongside electric guitar stability. The instrument features a classic double-cutaway design with f-holes, finished in a gloss polyurethane dark brown sunburst that highlights the quilted maple top, back, and sides. Key technical features include a set-in three-piece nyatoh and maple neck, which contributes to a rich mid-low frequency response and structural durability. The fingerboard is made from bound Macassar ebony, known for its tight lows, strong attack, and quick response, complemented by 22 medium frets for precise note articulation. Electronics comprise two passive Super 80 humbucking pickups with 'Flying Finger' engraved covers, delivering a bright, clean tone with good clarity. Hardware includes a Gibraltar Performer bridge for enhanced sustain and tuning stability, a Quik Change Classic tailpiece for easier string replacement, and gold-finished die-cast tuners. Controls are traditional: two volume and two tone knobs plus a three-way pickup selector toggle switch. This guitar is well-suited for intermediate to advanced players seeking a versatile instrument that can handle multiple genres, from clean jazz chords to overdriven blues leads. The semi-hollow design offers a comfortable, lightweight feel compared to solid-body guitars, while the 24.7-inch scale length and 1.7-inch nut width provide a familiar playing experience for those accustomed to Gibson-style instruments. It arrives strung with D'Addario EXL140 strings (.010-.052) and is an excellent choice for both studio recording and live performance, offering a balanced tone with good acoustic projection when played unplugged.