IBANEZ Artcore Expressionist AS93QMSP-DB Dark Brown Sunburst
Semi-acoustic electric guitar with two Super 80
Semi-acoustic guitar from the Ibanez Artcore Expressionist series
Top made of cloud maple laminate
Body made of cloud maple laminate, with center block
Glued Nyatoh maple neck with "AS" profile
Ebony fingerboard
Two Ibanez Super 80 "Flying Finger" humbuckers
Ibanez Gibraltar Performer bridge with Quik Change Classic tailpiece
Ibanez die-cast tuners
The Artcore Expressionist AS93QMSP-DB Dark Brown Sunburst at a glance
With the Ibanez Artcore Expressionist AS93QMSP-DB Dark Brown Sunburst, the renowned Japanese manufacturer presents a classic semi-acoustic electric guitar that masterfully combines traditional craftsmanship with expressive vintage tone. Featuring a laminated quilted maple body and two Super 80 “Flying Finger” humbuckers, the AS93QMSP delivers authentic vintage-style sounds with remarkable warmth and clarity, while its ergonomic neck design ensures effortless playability across all styles.
The Ibanez Artcore Expressionist AS93QMSP-DB Dark Brown Sunburst has a body made of laminated cloud maple and two Ibanez Super 80 "Flying Finger" humbuckers.
Semi-acoustic construction
The body of the AS93QMSP-DB is built from laminated quilted maple with a solid center block, combining resonant tone with excellent feedback resistance at higher volumes. This design provides the guitar with the perfect balance between acoustic depth and controlled sustain. The slim AS neck, crafted from maple and nyatoh, enhances playing comfort and offers a smooth feel ideal for both chordal work and melodic solos. Together, these elements make the Artcore Expressionist a versatile companion for jazz, blues, and rock players alike.
Super 80 "Flying Finger" pickups
Equipped with a pair of legendary Ibanez Super 80 “Flying Finger” humbuckers, the AS93QMSP-DB produces the rich, articulate tone favored by guitar icons such as George Benson, Pat Metheny, and Eric Krasno. These pickups deliver a warm and balanced sound that excels in both clean jazz lines and dynamic rock or funk riffs. The classic dual volume and tone control layout allows for fine-tuned tonal adjustments, making it easy to explore a wide range of expressive nuances—from smooth, mellow chords to crisp, cutting lead tones.
Manufacturer's mark:
Roland Meinl Musikinstrumente GmbH&Co.KG
Ibanez
Musik-Meinl-Str. 1, 91468 Gutenstetten
Gutenstetten, Germany
compliance@meinl.de
Manufacturer information
Roland Meinl Musikinstrumente GmbH & Co. KG Musik-Meinl-Str. 1 91468 Gutenstetten Germany compliance@meinl.de www.meinl.de 09161 7880
Features:
Manufacturer:
Ibanez
Series:
Artcore Expressionist
Design:
AS Semi Hollow Body
Top:
Quilted Maple Laminate
Back & Sides:
Quilted Maple Laminate
Solid Centre Block:
Yes
Binding:
3-ply, C/B/C
Neck:
3-ply, Nyatoh/Maple
Neck Construction:
Set-in
Neck Profile:
AS
Thickness at 1st Fret:
21
Fretboard:
Macassar Ebony
Fretboard Radius in Inches:
12
Fretboard Inlays:
Tree of Life
Number of Frets:
22
Fret Format:
Medium
Nut type:
Plastic
Nut width in mm:
43
Width at Last Fret:
57
Scale in mm:
628
Pickup:
HH
Manufacturer pickups:
Ibanez
Neck Pickup:
Super 80 "Flying Finger"
Middle Pickup:
No
Bridge Pickup:
Super 80 "Flying Finger"
Piezo Pickup:
No
Active pickups:
No
Coil-splitting:
No
Electronic:
Passive
Switch:
3-Way
Control:
2x Vol, 2x Tone
Bridge:
Ibanez Gibraltar Performer
Tailpiece:
Quik Change Classic Tailpiece
Tuners:
Die-Cast
Strap Button:
Standard
Hardware:
Gold
Colour:
Dark Brown Sunburst
Finish:
High-Gloss
Country of Origin:
Indonesia
Number of Strings:
6
String Gauge:
.010 - .052
Factory Tuning:
Standard E
Gigbag included:
No
Case included:
No
Certificate:
No
Ibanez Artcore Expressionist AS93QMSP-DB Dark Brown Sunburst
This is a really great guitar. The action and feel is really smooth. Sound quality is great. The Zebra wood helps to produce a lovely warm tone. I use this guitar for playing Jazz and blues and is very well suited for that but I would go further to say it’s not limited to those styles and is well suited for Rock and any other genres.
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(This review is from the same product in color Natural)
This guitar is a dream come true. Excellent craftmanship, sound and playablility. For the price of an entry level semiacoustic, you get a professional grade instrument.
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(This review is from the same product in color Violin Sunburst)
Just great guitar. Superb. I was thrilled when I took it in my hands. Neck pickup is fabulous, crystal clear, punchy, man cannot ask for more. Bridge pickup I like but it hasn't amazed me as neck pickup. Guitar has fantastic sustain. It reacts fenomenaly to pedal effects. Tuners hold guitar in tune very well. Neck is smooth, fast and very playable. Volume and tone pots are pretty decent, there are no unwanted sounds when you use them. Nice touch is rubber ring around each pot. High-gloss finish and binding are made very well. Of course, strings change is a must.
Cons: I don't like gold painted hardware because paint will come off in time. Eventually I will change all gold hardware. Toggle switch could be better, it is a little bit loose or should I say "weak". These cons do not interfere playability or sound quality.
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(This review is from the same product in color Transparent Cherry Red)
Very good price quality, great tone and very addictive to play. It allows you to develop and improve your sound and tone and its great to play any genre of music. About Musicstore service they are very professional, efficient, fast and attentive to their costumers, always trying to provide the best service they can. I will definitely make another order on Musicstore in the near future, because I know I can rely on their good sevice. Thanks for your great job! And continue to help spread the love for music!
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