Ibanez PCBE12MH-OPN

The Ibanez PCBE12MH-OPN is a 4-string acoustic bass from the Ibanez Performance Series, featuring a Grand Concert body designed to provide a comfortable playing experience with a naturally balanced acoustic response. Its Sapele top, back and sides contribute to a warm, resonant bass tone, while the compact Grand Concert format makes the instrument comfortable for seated playing, songwriting, practice and acoustic sessions. With its 32-inch scale, it offers a familiar medium-scale feel for bass players who prefer a more manageable instrument.

The PCBE12MH-OPN combines acoustic construction with onboard electronics for amplified performance. It features an Ibanez undersaddle pickup paired with an AEQ-2T preamp and onboard tuner. The preamp provides volume, bass and treble controls, allowing the player to shape the amplified tone while the integrated tuner makes tuning convenient. The 43 mm nut width, 19 mm string spacing and 20-fret fingerboard provide a practical layout for both beginners and experienced bass players.

The instrument features a maple PCBE neck with a Nandu Wood fretboard and bridge, chrome die-cast tuning machines and a tortoiseshell soundhole rosette. It is finished in Open Pore Natural, allowing the natural wood grain to remain visible. The bass is fitted with Ibanez IABS4XC32 carbon-coated strings in .040–.095 gauge and uses black bridge pins with white dots. A 1/4-inch output jack and 9V-powered AEQ-2T electronics allow the bass to be connected directly to an amplifier or other compatible audio equipment.

Key Features

• 4-string acoustic-electric bass

• Ibanez Performance Series

• Grand Concert body shape

• Sapele top

• Sapele back and sides

• PCBE maple neck

• Nandu Wood fretboard

• Nandu Wood bridge

• 32-inch / 812.8 mm scale length

• 43 mm nut width

• 20 frets

• 19 mm string spacing

• Ibanez undersaddle pickup

• Ibanez AEQ-2T preamp

• Built-in onboard tuner

• Volume, bass and treble controls

• 1/4-inch output jack

• Chrome die-cast tuning machines

• Ibanez IABS4XC32 carbon-coated strings

• Open Pore Natural finish

Specifications

• Type: 4-string acoustic-electric bass

• Series: Performance

• Model: PCBE12MH-OPN

• Body Shape / Product Type: Grand Concert acoustic bass

• Materials / Construction: Sapele top, back and sides; maple PCBE neck; Nandu Wood fretboard and bridge

• Dimensions / Scale / Size: 812.8 mm / 32" scale; 43 mm nut width; 58 mm width at 14th fret; 21 mm neck thickness at 1st fret; 23.5 mm at 7th fret; 400 mm radius; body approximately 19 3/8" long × 15 1/4" wide × 4 1/4" deep

• Key technical specifications: 20 frets; 19 mm string spacing; .040/.060/.075/.095 string gauge; factory tuning G-D-A-E

• Electronics / Connectivity: Ibanez undersaddle pickup; AEQ-2T preamp with onboard tuner; 1/4" output; 9V battery

• Hardware: Chrome die-cast tuning machines; black bridge pins with white dots

• Finish / Color: OPN – Open Pore Natural

• Included Accessories: No case or gig bag specified as standard

• Other relevant specifications: Tortoiseshell soundhole rosette; white dot fretboard inlays; Ibanez IABS4XC32 carbon-coated strings

The Ibanez PCBE12MH-OPN is best suited to bassists, singer-songwriters and acoustic performers looking for the natural character of an acoustic bass with the convenience of onboard amplification. Its medium-scale neck, comfortable Grand Concert body, warm Sapele construction and AEQ-2T electronics make it a versatile choice for unplugged practice, acoustic ensembles, songwriting and amplified performances.