Used Ibanez Artcore AS73 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar – Olive Metallic

A well-loved semi-hollow in a finish Ibanez no longer makes, with the warm, articulate voice that has made the AS73 a go-to for jazz, blues, and indie players for over twenty years.

Is This the Right Guitar for You?

The AS73 is the guitar we point people toward when they want a proper semi-hollow without a big price tag, and buying one used makes that math even better. It has the classic double-cutaway shape with a center block, so you get the airy, resonant character of a hollow guitar while keeping feedback under control at stage volume. The Classic Elite humbuckers are warm and clear with a full low end, and the two-volume, two-tone layout lets you set up two distinct sounds and flip between them with the toggle.

Olive Metallic was a limited-run finish that Ibanez has since discontinued, so this is a chance to pick up a look you will not find on a new AS73. If you play jazz, blues, soul, indie, or classic rock, or you just want a warmer, more dynamic alternative to a solidbody, this is a smart, affordable way to get there.

This is a pre-owned instrument that has been inspected and set up by our shop. Please review the photos for cosmetic condition, and reach out if you would like additional pictures or details before purchasing.

Key Highlights

• Semi-hollow double-cutaway body with a center block for warm resonance and feedback resistance
• Classic Elite humbuckers deliver full, articulate tone with no hum
• Two volume and two tone controls with a three-way toggle for real tonal flexibility
• Comfortable 24.75-inch scale with 22 medium frets and a 43mm nut
• Set-in neck construction for solid sustain and smooth upper-fret access
• Ivory multi-ply body and fretboard binding with acrylic block inlays
• Quik Change III tailpiece makes string changes fast and easy
• Discontinued Olive Metallic finish with black pickguard and chrome hardware
• Inspected and set up by our shop before listing

Why You'll Love It

Great Fit For

• Jazz, blues, and soul players who want warm, dynamic semi-hollow tone
• Indie and alternative guitarists after classic looks and clean, chimey sounds
• Worship and church players who need a versatile, well-behaved guitar
• Solidbody players buying their first semi-hollow
• Players who want a discontinued finish at a used-market price
• Recording musicians who want an acoustic-tinged electric texture

Sound and Feel

Sound: The neck pickup is warm and round, ideal for jazz chords, smooth leads, and mellow rhythm parts. The bridge pickup is brighter and more focused, with enough bite for blues and classic rock. The middle position blends them into a balanced, slightly hollow voice that works beautifully for clean strumming. Because each pickup has its own volume and tone, you can shape two distinct sounds and switch between them without touching the amp.

Feel: The 24.75-inch scale and 43mm nut feel familiar to anyone who has played a classic set-neck electric, with slightly looser string tension than a 25.5-inch guitar. The double-cutaway body is full-size at roughly 19 1/4 inches long and 15 3/4 inches wide, but the center block keeps it from feeling hollow or fragile. The medium frets and bound fretboard make for smooth, accurate playing across the neck.

A note on cases: This guitar is sold as the instrument only unless otherwise stated in the listing. Ibanez recommends the MS100C hardshell case or the IHB541 gig bag. We can help you pair one up.

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