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GB10EM
Designed and crafted to the exacting standards of jazz guitar legend George Benson, the Ibanez GB is a true piece of modern art.

For nearly 60 years, George Benson has captivated audiences the world over as one of the best performers and recording artists of all-time. Crossing into multiple musical genres during his storied career, George has built a reputation as one of the most versatile, talented and respected guitarists in history. For over 40 years, George and Ibanez have worked together seamlessly, first by realizing George’s vision for his ideal electric hollow body guitar, the GB10 in 1977. Since then, there has been many other successful collaborations on George’s signature guitars, and Ibanez is now proud to announce the GB10EM, the most affordable GB models ever offered. As one of the most influential guitarists to ever pick up the instrument, George wanted to offer a signature guitar that was not only a great guitar but also accessible and obtainable to all players everywhere. Retaining some of the most integral signature appointments of the GB line, including the floating mini-humbucking pickups, compact fully hollow jazz guitar body, and iconic GB headstock inlay, the GB10EM has proved itself worthy of the name “GB”, as deemed by the man himself, George Benson.

Product Features

Nyatoh neck
The 3pc Nyatoh/Maple Neck provides a rich mid-low end.

Walnut fretboard
A Walnut fretboard features a well-balanced tonal character from low to high end.

Medium frets
Medium sized frets enhance the accuracy of your notes.

Spruce top / Linden back and sides
The Spruce top's smooth wood appearance enriches the response of your playing. The Linden back and sides provide rich tone and a bright attack.

Magic Touch-Mini (H) pickups
The Ibanez custom made Magic Touch-Mini humbucker pickup provides a balance of classic tones and clear articulation on both the top and bottom of the sound spectrum. Players will enjoy a clean, precise response while presenting fast melodies or complex chord progressions.

Walnut bridge
The Walnut bridge transfers string vibration directly to the body, delivering a natural and warm tone.

VT14 tailpiece
The smooth VT14 tailpiece provides both great tuning stability and rich sustain.