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.

****Product 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.

- Spruce top Spruce remains the most popular wood for acoustic guitar tops, mainly due to its pristine tonal clarity.

- Solid Paulownia back and sides The light weight Paulownia back and sides offer well-balanced tone with superior note definition and added brightness.

- 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.

****Special Features****

- Stereo Sound Port System The dual sound holes on the waist provide a unique surround sound effect, helping players more effectively monitor their sound.

- Elevated Comfort Armrest This Elevated Comfort Armrest can prevent your arm from touching the body top to provide richer sound and natural sustain while providing extreme playing comfort.

- Beveled Cutaway The Beveled Cutaway offers exceptional high fret access.

- Edgeless Comfort Heel The Edgeless Comfort Heel is smoothly rounded toward the cutaway, allowing for easy playing in any position.

- Chambered body (Acoustic) Its body 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 this instrument a unique sound.