Ibanez AUC14 Concert Ukulele Violin Sunburst
Description
The Ibanez AUC14 concert ukulele brings together thoughtful design and quality materials for an instrument that looks as good as it sounds. Its smooth okoume neck offers a comfortable feel during extended playing sessions, while the stunning purpleheart fingerboard produces clear, rich tones. The sapele top gives the AUC14 a warm, full-bodied voice to complement its resonant paulownia back and sides. With its natural purpleheart bridge transferring string vibrations directly into the body, this uke generates a wonderfully warm, natural tone. Express yourself freely with the Ibanez AUC14.
Play All Day Long With a Comfortable Okoume Neck
The okoume neck on the AUC14 gives you a smooth, comfortable feel that makes playing for hours effortless. Its slim profile and thoughtfully contoured heel provide your fretting hand with easy access all the way up to the 14th fret. The satin finish minimizes friction against your palm as you slide up and down the neck. Whether you're practicing scales, working out chord progressions or performing live, the okoume neck helps you stay comfortable and focused on your music.
Accentuate Tones With the Vivid Purpleheart Fingerboard
The rich beauty of the purpleheart fingerboard is more than just aesthetic—it also brings out the best in your tone. The dense, hardwood construction accentuates each note with clear articulation and singing sustain. Its smooth feel lets you glide from chord to chord with ease. Visually striking, the purpleheart fingerboard gives the AUC14 a high-end look worthy of a handcrafted instrument. And it wears in beautifully over time, developing an elegant patina that uke players will appreciate. Whether you prefer fingerstyle playing or strumming chords, the purpleheart fingerboard helps you make the most of the AUC14's warm, resonant voice.
Achieve a Full, Warm Tone With the Sapele Top
The sapele top is crucial to the rich, warm voice of the AUC14. Its tight, straight grain results in a nicely balanced frequency response with clear highs and deep lows. Light in weight yet strong, sapele generates a nicely projecting tone that maintains note separation even during energetic strumming. The sapele top gives the AUC14 excellent clarity and articulation, while still retaining enough bottom end to achieve a full-bodied voice. Whether played solo or accompanying vocals, the sapele top helps the AUC14 cut through the mix.
Resonance and Sustain Through Paulownia Back and Sides
To complement the sapele top, the AUC14 has Paulownia back and sides that provide excellent resonance and sustain. Paulownia is known for its light weight and impressive tonal characteristics. Despite being lighter than mahogany or other tonewoods, it offers superior resonance across the frequency range. The Paulownia back and sides give the AUC14's voice excellent projection with singing overtones. Notes ring out with remarkable clarity and openness. Strummed chords sound rich and complex, with the Paulownia adding lush overtones. At higher volumes, the AUC14 maintains its balance and rich voice thanks to the resonant Paulownia back and sides.
Immerse Yourself in Sound With the Stereo Soundport System
The AUP10N's stereo soundport system produces an immersive, three-dimensional sound unlike any other ukulele. Strategically placed ports on each side project the sound outward and around you. You'll feel enveloped by the rich, resonant tones emanating from this ukulele. The soundport system brings out the best in the premium tonewoods, allowing their tonal qualities to shine.
Play in Comfort With the Elevated Armrest and Beveled Cutaway
An elevated armrest provides a comfortable place to rest your strumming arm, preventing fatigue during long practice sessions and performances. The beveled cutaway allows easy access to the upper frets, enabling you to play intricate solos with ease. Together, these ergonomic features let you play the AUP10N with greater comfort and versatility. Ibanez's edgeless comfort heel features a smooth, rounded transition from neck to body, allowing you to comfortably access the upper frets in any playing position.
Protect Your Ukulele With the Included Gig Bag
Ibanez includes a padded gig bag designed specifically for the AUT10 tenor ukulele, making transportation stress-free. The plush interior prevents your ukulele from bumps and scratches during transit. An adjustable backpack-style strap helps you securely carry the case. Keep your ukulele safe on the way to practice, jam sessions, concerts and anywhere else your music takes you.
Features
- Stereo soundport system
- Double-hole bridge
- Elevated comfort armrest
- Beveled cutaway
- Edgeless comfort heel
Specs
- Body type: Concert ukulele
- Top wood: Sapele
- Back & sides: Paulownia
- Fingerboard: Purpleheart
- Neck wood: Okoume
- Bridge: Purpleheart
- Orientation: Right handed
- Number of strings: 4
- Case: Gig bag included