Ibanez AEG1221-BOT 12-String Electro Acoustic Guitar in Black Out

The Ibanez AEG1221-BOT takes the sleek, stage-ready AEG platform and adds the lush, shimmering character only a 12-string can deliver. With its slim, single-cutaway body, comfortable neck and simple, intuitive electronics, it's built to give you inspiring acoustic tones whether you are writing at home, recording, or plugging straight into a PA for live performance.

A Spruce top paired with Sapele back and sides provides a clear, balanced voice that cuts through a mix without ever sounding harsh, while the Macassar Ebony fingerboard and bridge enhance articulation and sustain. The Ibanez T-bar II undersaddle pickup and AEQ-TTS preamp capture that natural acoustic sound and make it effortless to shape your tone on stage. Finished in a sleek Black Out colour with an open pore feel, this is a practical, modern 12-string that looks as good as it sounds.

Comfortable 12-string playability

The AEG1221-BOT features a Comfort Grip Nyatoh neck with a slim, player-friendly profile that makes navigating 12 strings far less intimidating. The 634 mm scale length and 45 mm nut width strike a balance between string spacing and comfort, so complex chords and arpeggios feel natural under the fingers. Combined with the AEG body’s shallow depth, it is an easy guitar to play for long sessions on stage or in the studio.

Stage-ready electronics

At the heart of the AEG1221-BOT’s amplified sound is the Ibanez T-bar II undersaddle pickup, designed to reduce noise and deliver a wide, natural piezo-style response. The compact AEQ-TTS preamp keeps things simple with just volume and shape controls, making it quick to dial in your sound. Set the shape knob to the centre for a natural acoustic tone, or sweep towards thicker, low-heavy sounds or brighter, crisper voicings as the room or mix demands. An easy-to-read onboard tuner with LCD display helps you stay perfectly in tune at all times.

Durable hardware & refined details

Macassar Ebony is used for both the fingerboard and bridge, ensuring excellent transfer of string vibration to the body and giving you a responsive, articulate feel under the fingers. Black dyed bone is used for both the nut and saddle, contributing to tuning stability and a clear, defined attack. Black die-cast tuners with an 18:1 gear ratio provide precise tuning adjustments, while Ibanez Advantage bridge pins make string changes quicker and more secure.

• Slim AEG body with Comfort Grip neck: The shallow AEG body and Comfort Grip Nyatoh neck make this 12-string far easier to handle than many traditional acoustics. The reduced body depth sits comfortably against the player, while the neck profile and 634 mm scale help minimise fatigue, ideal for long rehearsals, gigs or writing sessions.
• Spruce top with Sapele back & sides: A Spruce top provides crisp, articulate highs and excellent projection, while Sapele back and sides add warmth and a rich midrange. Together they create a balanced, musical tone that lets the natural shimmer of the 12 strings shine through, whether strummed or picked.
• Ibanez T-bar II undersaddle pickup & AEQ-TTS preamp: The T-bar II undersaddle pickup delivers a wide, natural acoustic sound with reduced noise, ready for any amp or PA. The AEQ-TTS preamp keeps control simple with just volume and a shape knob, so you can quickly move from fat, low-end rich tones to bright, cutting sounds without getting lost in complex settings.
• Macassar Ebony fingerboard & bridge with Ibanez Advantage pins: Macassar ebony for the fretboard and bridge enhances sustain, clarity and note definition, crucial for keeping 12-string chords clean and intelligible. Ibanez Advantage bridge pins make restringing easier and more secure, with a bulb-shaped end that is easy to grip and helps keep the string and pin firmly in place.

Body

• Top Material: Spruce
• Side Material: Sapele
• Back Material: Sapele
• Body Shape: AEG
• Body Finish: Open Pore Polyurethane
• Soundhole Rosette: None

Neck

• Neck Material: Nyatoh
• Neck Finish: Open Pore Polyurethane
• Neck Profile: Comfort Grip
• Neck Joint: Dovetail (14th Fret Joint)
• Fingerboard Material: Macassar Ebony
• Fingerboard Radius: 15.75” (400 mm)
• Position Inlays: None
• Number of Frets: 20
• Nut Type: Black Dyed Bone
• Nut Width: 1.77” (45 mm)
• Scale Length: 25” (634 mm)

Hardware

• Bridge: Macassar Ebony
• Bridge Pins: Ibanez Advantage
• Saddle Material: Black Dyed Bone
• Tuning Machines: Black Die-Cast (18:1 Gear Ratio)

Electronics

• Pickup: Ibanez T-Bar II Undersaddle
• Preamp: Ibanez AEQ-TTS with Onboard Tuner
• Controls: 1 Volume, Shape
• Other Switches: Tuner On/Off Switch
• Output Jack: 1/4"

Miscellaneous

• Strings: Ibanez IACS12C
• String Gauges: .010/.010/ .014/.014/ .023/.008/ .030/.012/ .039/.018/ .047/.027
• Accessories: Hex Wrench, Saddle, Bridge Pin