Ibanez ALT50FA-BDB Altstar Electro Acoustic Guitar in Blue Doom Burst High Gloss

Name: Ibanez ALT50FA-BDB Altstar Electro Acoustic Guitar in Blue Doom Burst High Gloss
Brand: Ibanez
SKU: ALT50FA-BDB
Availability: InStock

Retailing in the region of £269.00

If you are looking for New Guitars from Ibanez, the Ibanez ALT50FA-BDB Altstar Electro Acoustic Guitar in Blue Doom Burst High Gloss is a great option. In stock, and ready to ship with fast, reliable delivery across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. For more details within Acoustic Guitars, additional Electro-Acoustic Guitars options, full specifications, demos, images, videos, and secure online ordering, read more below.

Description

The Ibanez ALT50FA Altstar is an electro acoustic built specifically with electric players in mind. With its slim, electric-style neck, compact Altstar body and tighter string spacing, it feels instantly familiar under the fingers while still delivering a full acoustic voice.

Featuring a Comfort Grip Maple neck with a 15.75 inch radius Purpleheart fingerboard, 25.5 inch scale and 22 large frets, the ALT50FA invites fast runs, big bends and modern chord voicings. The compact dreadnought-style body with a flamed Maple Art Grain top and Sapele back and sides offers a focused, bright tone that still has plenty of warmth in the mids, making it ideal for strumming, riffing and melodic picking alike.

Electric-style feel, acoustic inspiration

The Altstar concept is all about making the move from electric to acoustic feel effortless. The Comfort Grip Maple neck, 25.5 inch scale and 15.75 inch radius will feel very natural if you’re used to modern electric guitars, while the slightly tighter 10.5 mm string spacing keeps chords and riffs feeling precise. The neck joint at the 16th fret also gives you far better upper fret access than a traditional acoustic, so lead lines and solos feel far less restricted.

Compact Altstar body with flamed Maple Art Grain top

The compact Altstar body shape is easier to handle than a full-size dreadnought, especially when playing seated or coming from a solidbody background. The flamed Maple Art Grain (Basswood) top adds visual flair with its dramatic figuring, while the Sapele back and sides provide a balanced, full-bodied acoustic tone. The result is a guitar that looks modern and distinctive, yet still delivers a satisfying, resonant acoustic sound.

Stage-ready electronics

The Ibanez undersaddle pickup captures the natural character of the guitar, giving you a clear and articulate sound when plugged in. Paired with the AEQ-2T preamp, you get straightforward control over your tone via bass and treble knobs, plus a handy onboard tuner that works even when the guitar is not plugged in. This makes it easy to get in tune and dial in a usable sound quickly, whether you are rehearsing, gigging or recording.

Player-focused hardware

Large frets make fast passages, bends and vibrato feel smooth and controlled, particularly if you are used to modern electric setups. The Purpleheart fingerboard and bridge not only look distinctive but also help transfer string vibration efficiently to the body for a natural, warm response. Ibanez Advantage bridge pins are designed to be easier to grip and seat correctly, making string changes quicker and more secure.

Key Features

Electric-friendly neck & feel: The Comfort Grip Maple neck, 25.5 inch scale and 15.75 inch fingerboard radius create a familiar feel for electric players, making it easier to adapt your existing technique to acoustic playing without compromise.
Compact Altstar body: A smaller Altstar body is more comfortable to hold and play, while the flamed Maple Art Grain top and burst finish gives a bold, modern look that stands out on stage or at home.
Ibanez undersaddle pickup & AEQ-2T preamp: Built in electronics provide a clear, controllable amplified sound with bass and treble EQ plus an onboard tuner, so you are always ready to plug in and perform with minimal fuss.
Player-focused components: Large frets, a Purpleheart fingerboard and bridge, and Ibanez Advantage bridge pins all work together to enhance playability, tuning stability and ease of maintenance, making this a reliable everyday instrument.

Specifications

Body

Top Material: Flamed Maple Art Grain (Basswood)
Side Material: Sapele
Back Material: Sapele
Body Shape: Altstar
Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
Soundhole Rosette: None

Neck

Neck Material: Maple
Neck Finish: Satin Polyurethane
Neck Profile: Comfort Grip
Neck Joint: Screw Jointing (16th Fret Joint)
Fingerboard Material: Purpleheart
Fingerboard Radius: 15.75” (400 mm)
Position Inlays: Sharktooth
Number of Frets: 22
Fret Type: Large
Nut Type: Plastic
Nut Width: 1.7” (43 mm)
Scale Length: 25.5” (648 mm)

Hardware

Bridge: Purpleheart
Bridge Pins: Ibanez Advantage
Saddle Material: Plastic
Tuning Machines: Black Die-Cast (18:1 Gear Ratio)

Electronics

Pickup: Ibanez Undersaddle
Preamp: Ibanez AEQ-2T with Onboard Tuner
Controls: 1 Volume, Bass, Treble
Other Switches: Tuner On/Off Switch
Output Jack: 1/4″

Miscellaneous

Strings: Ibanez IACS61C
String Gauges: .010/.014/.023/.030/.039/.047
Accessories: Hex Wrench, Saddle, Bridge Pin

Additional information

Weight	22.5 kg

About the manufacturer

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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They are commonly used for live performance and recording, especially in situations where consistent volume and clarity are needed. Electro-acoustic guitars often include controls for volume and tone, and sometimes built-in tuners, making them a practical choice for gigging musicians who want an acoustic sound with modern flexibility.

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