Ibanez has announced two distinctive new acoustic models for 2026, both featuring eye-catching Art Grain tops beneath dynamic transparent burst finishes.
Leading the release is the AEWC16QA. This model showcases a stunning Quilted Maple Art Grain Basswood Top complemented by a Nyatoh neck, a Rosewood fretboard, and sturdy chrome die-cast tuners. Optimized for plugged-in performance, the AEWC16QA includes Ibanez onboard electronics and an undersaddle pickup. This attractive instrument is available in a selection of four vibrant transparent burst finishes.
The second new offering is the ALT50FA, an evolution of the popular, shred-inspired Altstar acoustics. Designed for enhanced playability and a sharp stage appearance, this model features a Flamed Maple Art Grain Basswood top and Sapele back and sides. The comfort grip satin-finished neck provides a fast, comfortable playing experience. It is also fully equipped with Ibanez onboard electronics and an undersaddle pickup, and its profile is defined by a redesigned, sleek single-cut body shape. The ALT50FA makes a bold statement with three high-gloss “Doom Burst” finishes: Blue, Red, and Transparent Violet.
Features
AEWC16QA
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- AEWC body
- 634mm/25″ scale
- Quilted Maple Art Grain (Basswood) top
- Sapele back & sides
- Comfort Grip Nyatoh neck (satin finish)
- Rosewood fretboard & Rosewood AEWC original top loading bridge
- Chrome Die-cast tuners (18:1 gear ratio)
- Ibanez Undersaddle pickup
- Ibanez AEQ-2T preamp w/Onboard tuner
- Ibanez IACS6C coated strings
- Recommended case: AC100C/MAP: $199.99
- Finishes: Transparent Emerald Burst High Gloss, Transparent Black Sunburst High Gloss, Transparent Blue Sunburst High Gloss
LIST PRICE: $599.99
ESTIMATED STREET PRICE: $399.99
ALT50FA
- Altstar body
- Flamed Maple Art Grain (Basswood) top
- Sapele back & sides
- Body depth: 90/110mm at neck joint/body end
- Comfort Grip Maple neck (satin finish)
- Purpleheart fretboard & bridge
- Sharktooth inlay
- Black Die-cast tuners (18:1 gear ratio)
- Ibanez Undersaddle pickup
- Ibanez AEQ-2T preamp w/Onboard tuner
- Ibanez Advantage™ bridge pins
- Large frets
- Recommended case: GA50C/MAP: $199.99
- Finishes: Blue Doom Burst High Gloss, Red Doom Burst High Gloss, Transparent Violet Sunburst High Gloss
LIST PRICE: $569.99
ESTIMATED STREET PRICE: $379.99
