Ibanez AEGB420-BOT AEGB Series Electro Acoustic Bass Guitar in Black Out

The Ibanez AEGB420-BOT is a sleek, stage-ready electro acoustic bass designed for players who want a compact body, effortless playability and a clear, punchy tone both unplugged and amplified. With its slender single-cutaway body, Black Out finish and dedicated bass-focused electronics, it is equally at home in acoustic sets, worship bands, studio sessions or as a portable songwriting companion.

Built around Ibanez’s modern take on acoustic tradition, the AEGB420 pairs a spruce top with sapele back and sides for a balanced, articulate voice that still has plenty of warmth in the mids. A comfortable 3-piece Nyatoh and maple neck with rosewood fretboard feels familiar to electric bassists, while the Ibanez undersaddle pickup and AEQ-2T preamp ensure your sound translates naturally through any amp or PA.

The Black Out finger rest is a thoughtful touch, giving you multiple thumb anchor points for fingerstyle playing without getting in the way of more percussive techniques. Whether you are backing a singer-songwriter, laying down grooves in an acoustic ensemble or needing a bass that travels easily, the AEGB420-BOT delivers inspiring tone, modern playability and reliable performance at a highly accessible price.

Modern Acoustic Bass Design

Ibanez’s AEGB body is compact and slender, making this bass far more comfortable than many full-sized acoustic basses, especially for long rehearsals or gigs. The single cutaway offers improved upper-fret access, while the body still delivers a powerful and balanced acoustic sound that sits well in a mix, whether you are playing unplugged or through a system.

Balanced Tonewoods for Clarity and Warmth

A spruce top provides the crisp attack and clarity that helps each note speak clearly, ideal for defined bass lines and melodic parts. Sapele back and sides add a full-bodied, warm midrange with a touch of brightness, so your tone remains present without becoming muddy, making it suitable for a wide range of musical styles.

Comfortable Neck and Fingerboard

The 3-piece Nyatoh and maple neck offers strength, stability and a rich mid-low response that complements the acoustic body. Paired with a rosewood fretboard, you get a smooth playing surface and a well-balanced tonal character with focused mids, giving you both comfort under the fingers and a musical, articulate sound.

Stage Ready Electronics with Onboard Tuner

The Ibanez undersaddle pickup captures the natural acoustic character of the bass, while the AEQ-2T preamp lets you shape your sound with dedicated bass and treble controls. The built-in tuner can be used even when the instrument is not plugged in, making it easy to stay in tune on stage, in rehearsal or at home without extra gear.

Black Out Finger Rest for Flexible Technique

The special Black Out finger rest allows you to position your thumb across a wide area of the body, supporting a variety of fingerstyle approaches. Whether you prefer anchoring closer to the neck for a rounder tone or nearer the bridge for extra definition, this design adapts to your playing style while matching the bass’s stealthy aesthetic.

• Slender Single-Cutaway AEGB Body - The compact, slim body is far easier to handle than many traditional acoustic basses, reducing fatigue during long sets while still providing a strong, balanced acoustic voice that works both unplugged and amplified.
• Spruce Top with Sapele Back and Sides - Spruce delivers clear, articulate note definition, while sapele adds warmth and body to the mids. This combination gives you a versatile tone that can cut through a mix without losing low-end depth.
• Ibanez Undersaddle Pickup and AEQ-2T Preamp - The undersaddle pickup accurately translates the bass’s natural acoustic character, and the AEQ-2T preamp provides simple yet effective bass and treble controls plus an onboard tuner, so you can quickly dial in a gig-ready sound.
• Black Out Finger Rest - The dedicated finger rest offers multiple thumb anchor positions, supporting comfortable fingerstyle playing and consistent technique while complementing the instrument’s sleek Black Out aesthetic.

Body

• Body Shape: AEGB bass body
• Top Wood: Spruce
• Back and Sides Wood: Sapele
• Colour: Black Out (BOT)
• Cutaway: Single cutaway

Neck

• Neck Type: AEGB
• Neck Construction: 3-piece
• Neck Wood: Nyatoh and Maple
• Fingerboard: Rosewood

Hardware

• Bridge: Rosewood
• Finger Rest: Black Out finger rest

Electronics

• Pickup: Ibanez undersaddle pickup
• Preamp: Ibanez AEQ-2T preamp with bass and treble controls
• Tuner: Built-in tuner (operable without plugging in)