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GB - George Benson

George Benson’s taste, tone, bluesy phrasing and incomparable sense of swing has ensured his place in the history of jazz guitar. Ibanez is extremely proud of our long and fruitful relationship, now celebrating over 30 years of collaboration. The GB models are some of the finest jazz guitars on the market today.

MODEL: GB30TH

SPECS

Neck Material:  3pc Maple
Neck Type:  GB Prestige set-in
Body:  Spruce top, Maple back/sides
Frets:  Medium frets
Fingerboard:  Bound Ebony
Inlay:  Pearl Anniv. special inlay
Bridge:  Ebony bridge
NeckPU:  GB SPECIAL NECK
BridgePU:  GB SPECIAL BRIDGE
HW Color:  GD
FEATURES   CLICK TO ENLARGE
Each GB30TH features a special deluxe GB roadcase.
The GB30TH's headstock is adorned with a special ornate GB inlay and autographed neck plate.
Back view of the GB30TH's headstock shows the exquisite gold leaf custom finish, inspired by the ancient Japanese Garahaku art form.
The GB30TH features a 3pc maple GB set-in neck, spruce top, maple sides, ebony-bound fretboard, Pearl Anniversary special neck inlays and incredible gold leaf custom finish, inspired by the ancient Japanese Garahaku artform.
Special Pearl Anniversary inlays adorn the ebony-bound 3pc maple GB Prestige set-in neck.
GB Special neck and bridge pickups deliver power, sustain and the perfect sensitivity for jazz, rock and more.
The exquisite GB30TH features a 3pc maple GB Prestige set-in neck for amazing tone and playability.
Gold Sure Grip II knobs sit on top of the beautiful gold leaf finish of the GB30TH.
A classic ebony bridge & gold hardware tailpiece is just one more gorgeous detail on the exquisite GB30TH.
Each GB30TH features a special GB strap, George Benson picks and a limited edition first: not just a certificate of authenticity but an actual Plaque of Authenticity featuring a photo of George Benson holding the new owner’s exact individual guitar. The original autographed photo, used to create the Plaque of Authenticity, is also included.

GB - GEORGE BENSON SERIES BASICS

  • Made in Japan by our most experienced luthiers, the GB10 is our longest running artist signature model
  • Floating pickups, thicker top, and a smaller acoustic body reject feedback
  • GB15TR adds single pickup configuration with coil tapping to the original GB10 design
  • GB200 features a full-acoustic body and standard pickup installation for more traditional jazz gigs
  • Deluxe hardshell case included
  • GB15 also includes deluxe gig bag




NECK DIMENSIONS
Scale/Length 628mm/24.75"
a:  Width at Nut 43mm
b:  Width Last Fret 57mm
c:  Thickness 1st Fret 20mm
d:  Thickness 12th Fret 23mm
Radius 305mm
PICKUPS
Bridge Pickup
Name: IBZ GB SPECIAL
Model No: GB SPECIAL
Construction: Humbucking
Magnet: Alnico
Description: Floating pickup co-designed by George Benson for hollow bodies at higher volumes. Warm, well rounded output with less feedback.
 
Neck Pickup
Name: IBZ GB SPECIAL
Model No: GB SPECIAL
Construction: Humbucking
Magnet: Alnico
Description: Neck Version of GB Special
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