Ibanez GB10SE George Benson Signature
- Spruce-topped maple hollow body
- GB Special humbuckers
- 25.5 inch scale length, 6 strings
- Bound ebony fretboard, Artstar fret edge
- Half-bone, half-brass nut, Tune-O-Matic bridge
- Hardshell case included
- 2-year warranty, right-handed
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A hollowbody jazz guitar with a spruce-topped maple body, GB Special humbuckers and a hardshell case, for players after a warm, reduced-brightness tone. It is right-handed only.
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ASIN: B01AVY7I3GModel: GB10SEBSCategory: Hollow & Semi-Hollow Body
Overview
Ibanez's George Benson Signature is a hollowbody electric guitar developed with input from the jazz player himself, with a spruce-topped maple body, an ebony fretboard and two humbuckers.
The reason to buy is the signature build: a warm, balanced voice with reduced brightness from the spruce-topped maple body, with pickups voiced for clear articulation. The limit is a right-handed-only layout and a roomy hollowbody footprint.
Who it's for
A jazz player who values warm tone, an ebony fretboard and a roomy hollow body. Left-handed players, or anyone who wants a small and light instrument, should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Spruce-topped maple hollowbody
- GB Special humbuckers
- Bound ebony fretboard
- Hardshell case included
- Large and heavy at the listed weight
- Controls and switching not described
Performance notes
The spruce top over a maple hollow body gives a warm, balanced tone with reduced brightness, as the listing puts it. The humbuckers supply clear, articulate sound, and the half-bone, half-brass nut is described as enhancing sustain and tonal clarity. A Tune-O-Matic bridge carries the strings over the top.
Specifications
| Brand | Ibanez |
|---|---|
| Model | GB10SEBS |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Scale Length | 25.5 inches |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Dimensions | 45.64 x 20.39 x 5.41 inches |
| Weight | 25 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Body Material Type | Maple |
| String Material Type | Brass |
| Top Material Type | Spruce-topped maple |
| Color | Brown Sunburst |
| Neck material | Maple |
| Fretboard | Ebony, bound, Artstar fret edge |
| Nut | Half bone, half brass |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Hardshell case |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 year manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Connector Type | 1/4 inch (6.35mm) jack |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Guitar Bridge System | Tune-O-Matic |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | GB Special humbuckers |
| Instrument | Hollowbody electric guitar |
| Sound profile | Warm, balanced tone with reduced brightness |
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Frequently asked questions
How do I look after the Ibanez George Benson GB10SE?
The listing gives no care steps. A hardshell case is included for storage and transport, and the manufacturer warranty runs 2 years.
Is the Ibanez GB10SE a hollow or a semi-hollow guitar?
The description calls it a hollowbody electric guitar with a spruce-topped maple body.
Is the Ibanez GB10SE available left-handed?
The listing gives the hand orientation as right, so this one is right-handed.