The AU series features very unique construction. Rather than being built with a separate top, sides, and back like most ukuleles, the body of the AU starts as a solid block of wood and is routed out, so that the back and sides are a single piece of wood. A top is then added to complete the body. This construction method gives these instruments a unique sound and brilliant playability. They also utilize distinctive features such as a Stereo Sound Port, Elevated Comfort Armrest, and Edgeless Comfort Heel.

Features

• Okoume Neck
  The Okoume neck provides greater playing comfort.
• Purpleheart fretboard
  The Purpleheart fretboard emphasizes the beauty and the rich tonal character of this bass.
• Flamed Maple top
  The Flamed Maple top creates an attractive visual profile and offers a bright and tight tone.
• Solid Paulownia back and sides
  The light weight Paulownia back and sides offer well-balanced tone with superior note definition and added brightness.
• Ibanez Undersaddle pickup
  The Ibanez Undersaddle Pickup accurately reproduces the acoustic nature of the bass.
• Ibanez AEQ-2U preamp w/Onboard tuner
  The AEQ-2U preamp provides the extra punch of on-board EQ and a convenient, easy-to-read digital tuner.
• Purpleheart double hole bridge
  The double hole bridge makes string changes super easy as there is no need to bend the strings or tie a knot at the end. This also helps maintain the correct string tension, which enhances tuning stability.
• Gig bag included
  It comes with Ibanez gig bag which is designed specifically to fit and protect this instrument.

Specifications

• Okoume Neck
• Purpleheart fretboard
• Flamed Maple top
• Solid Paulownia back and sides
• Ibanez Undersaddle pickup
• Ibanez AEQ-2U preamp w/Onboard tuner
• Purpleheart double hole bridge
• Gig bag included
• Stereo Sound Port System
• Elevated Comfort Armrest
• Beveled Cutaway
• Edgeless Comfort Heel
• Chambered body (Acoustic)