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Name: Ibanez M510E-BS Electro Acoustic Mandolin in Brown Sunburst
Brand: Ibanez
SKU: M510E-BS
Price: 229.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Ibanez M510E-BS Electro Acoustic Mandolin in Brown Sunburst

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£229.00

This is a New Ibanez M510E-BS Electro Acoustic Mandolin in Brown Sunburst from Ibanez, available in the Guitar category on Guitars Pedals Amps and Stuff. Read More below to get the latest prices, demos and how to order for UK delivery.

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Description

The Ibanez M510E-BS is a stylish electro acoustic mandolin that brings classic folk tone into the modern world. With its traditional A-style body, bright spruce top and warm sapele back and sides, it delivers a lively, articulate sound that is perfect for bluegrass, folk, country and beyond. A built-in magnetic single-coil pickup with simple passive controls lets you plug straight into an amp or PA, making this an ideal choice for both home and stage use. Comfortable to play and easy to live with, the M510E-BS features an okoume neck and smooth purpleheart fretboard for a relaxed, familiar feel under the fingers. Finished in a striking Brown Sunburst gloss, it looks every bit as inviting as it sounds. Whether you are stepping into the world of mandolin for the first time or adding a reliable electro acoustic to your collection, this compact, lightweight instrument offers excellent value and versatile performance. Classic A-Style Mandolin Design The traditional A-style body shape gives the M510E-BS a focused, punchy voice that cuts through a mix with ease. Its compact size is comfortable whether you are seated or standing, and the familiar silhouette will feel instantly at home in any acoustic ensemble. Balanced Tonewood Combination A spruce top provides bright, clear projection and definition, while sapele back and sides add warmth and a pleasing midrange balance. This combination helps every note speak clearly, from delicate melodies to fast-picked chord work, making it a versatile partner for a wide range of playing styles. Comfortable Neck and Fretboard The okoume neck is designed for playing comfort and stability, offering a smooth, responsive feel that encourages longer practice and performance sessions. Paired with a purpleheart fretboard and bridge, you get a touch-sensitive response, enhanced resonance and a visually rich, dark timber look. Stage-Ready Electro Acoustic Capability A built-in magnetic single-coil pickup with passive volume and tone controls lets you shape your sound quickly and easily when amplified. Plug straight into an acoustic amp, pedalboard or PA and enjoy a clear, controllable mandolin tone without the need for external microphones. Key Features Spruce Top with Sapele Back and Sides – The spruce top delivers bright, articulate projection, while the sapele back and sides provide warmth and midrange balance. This pairing ensures your mandolin lines remain clear and present, whether you are playing rhythm chops or intricate lead parts. Magnetic Single-Coil Pickup with Passive Controls – The onboard single-coil pickup captures your natural acoustic tone and sends it straight to your amp or PA. Simple passive volume and tone controls make it easy to adjust your sound on the fly, helping you sit perfectly in any mix. Comfortable Okoume Neck and Purpleheart Fretboard – The okoume neck offers a stable, lightweight feel that reduces fatigue, while the purpleheart fretboard adds a smooth playing surface and characterful tonal response. Together they make fast runs, chords and bends feel effortless. Purpleheart Bridge for Enhanced Resonance – The purpleheart bridge helps transfer string vibration efficiently into the body, improving resonance and natural sustain. This gives your notes extra body and presence, making the instrument feel more responsive under the pick. SpecificationsBody Body Shape: A Style Mandolin Top Wood: Spruce Back and Sides Wood: Sapele Colour: Brown Sunburst Finish: Gloss Polyurethane Series: M Neck Neck Wood: Okoume Scale Length: 350 mm Number of Frets: 20 Fretboard Wood: Purpleheart Fretboard Inlay: White Dot Hardware Bridge: Purpleheart Nut: Plastic Hardware Colour: Chrome Electronics Pickup: Magnetic Single Coil Controls: Passive Volume and Tone Dimensions and Weight Overall Length: 684.2 mm Body Width: 273.4 mm Body Depth: 48.5 mm Net Weight: 0.858 kg Packaged Weight: 1.96 kg

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Ibanez

Ibanez is a Japanese guitar and bass manufacturer with roots dating back to the early 1900s, officially established under the Hoshino Gakki company. Known for innovation and versatility, Ibanez produces a wide range of instruments, from beginner-friendly models to high-end signature guitars used by some of the world’s leading musicians. Their designs often feature sleek body shapes, fast necks, and powerful pickups that appeal to players across genres like rock, metal, jazz, and fusion. With popular ranges such as the RG, S, and Artcore series, Ibanez has built a strong reputation in the UK for reliability, playability, and exceptional value for musicians at every level.

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