Description
The Ibanez VC44-OPN is a compact Grand Concert acoustic that is all about comfort, playability and a warm, balanced tone. With its open pore natural finish and lightweight Meranti construction, it is an inviting instrument for beginners and experienced players alike, perfect for relaxed home practice, songwriting and intimate acoustic performances. Thanks to its slightly shorter 634 mm scale length, slim neck profile and compact body dimensions, the VC44-OPN feels instantly manageable, especially if you are moving from electric guitar or have smaller hands. Nandu Wood is used for both the fretboard and bridge, helping to deliver a rich, rounded sound that responds well to both fingerstyle and gentle strumming. Comfortable Grand Concert Body The Grand Concert body shape keeps everything compact and close, making the VC44-OPN easy to hold whether you are sitting on the sofa or standing with a strap. With a body length of 19 3/8 inches, a width of 15 3/8 inches and a maximum depth of 4 inches, it offers a focused acoustic voice without the bulk of a full-size dreadnought, ideal for younger players or anyone who prefers a more manageable feel. Warm Meranti Construction Meranti is used for the top, back and sides, giving the guitar a warm and balanced tonal character that flatters chords and single notes alike. This consistency of tonewood across the body helps the VC44-OPN produce a cohesive, musical sound that is forgiving for beginners yet expressive enough for more advanced players exploring dynamics and nuance. Easy Playing Neck and Fretboard The Meranti neck and Nandu Wood fretboard work together to provide a smooth, comfortable playing surface. With a 42 mm nut width, a gentle 250 mm radius and a slightly shorter 634 mm scale, the VC44-OPN makes fretting chords and stretching for melodies feel that bit easier, helping you build confidence and technique more quickly. Practical Ibanez Hardware Chrome covered tuners keep the headstock tidy and functional, while Ibanez Advantage bridge pins make string changes simpler and more secure. The bulb-shaped pin design is easier to grip and helps prevent over-insertion, so you spend less time wrestling with hardware and more time playing. Key Features Compact Grand Concert Body – The smaller Grand Concert shape is comfortable to hold and encourages longer playing sessions. Its focused projection is ideal for practice, recording and smaller performance spaces where clarity matters more than sheer volume. All Meranti Body for Balanced Tone – Meranti used for the top, back and sides delivers a warm, even response across the frequency range. This balanced character makes the VC44-OPN a versatile choice for strumming, flatpicking and fingerstyle without any one register overpowering the others. Nandu Wood Fretboard and Bridge – The Nandu Wood fretboard offers a rich, warm tonal contribution and a smooth feel under the fingers, while the matching Nandu Wood bridge efficiently transfers string vibration to the body for a natural, resonant acoustic sound. Ibanez Advantage Bridge Pins – Ibanez Advantage pins feature a special bulb-shaped end that is easier to grip and position. They help keep strings securely in place and make restringing quicker and less frustrating, which is especially helpful for newer players. SpecificationsBody Body Shape: Grand Concert Top: Meranti Back: Meranti Sides: Meranti Finish: Open Pore Natural Body Length: 19 3/8 inches Body Width: 15 3/8 inches Maximum Body Depth: 4 inches Soundhole Rosette: Water decal Neck Neck Wood: Meranti Scale Length: 634 mm / 25 inches Neck Width at Nut: 42 mm Neck Width at 14th Fret: 54 mm Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 21 mm Neck Thickness at 7th Fret: 22 mm Fretboard: Nandu Wood Fretboard Radius: 250 mm Inlays: White dot Number of Frets: 21 Hardware Bridge: Nandu Wood Tuning Machines: Chrome covered tuners Bridge Pins: Ibanez Advantage String Spacing at Bridge: 11 mm Electronics Electronics: Not specified Strings and Tunin…
