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

    • 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