Ibanez Artist AR305 1982

$1,263.00

Description

The "AR305" is a solid body model from Ibanez's Artist series that debuted in 1982. It is a popular model that spawned various variations, including the similar "AR300" with a flamed maple top, the "AR105" with dot position markers and omitting the Tri-sound switch, and further, the substantially reissue model "RAR300BM".

This time we received a 1982 model from the first year of manufacture, an "AR305" from the Terada period. Antique Violin (AV) color, weight is 4.21kg.

It features a burl mahogany top with dish curved arch work and binding applied to a double cutaway mahogany body. The neck is a 3-piece maple set neck, and the 22-fret ebony fingerboard with binding is fitted with pearl & abalone block position inlays.

The guitar is equipped with 2 Ibanez Super 58 humbuckers, each with independent volume and tone controls. The bridge features a fixed bridge & tailpiece specification. Additionally, each pickup is equipped with a "Tri-sound" switch, allowing you to switch between three types of sounds: humbucker, single coil, and reverse phase.

This "AR305" was discontinued in 1987, but was reissued in 2007 with Korean manufacturing. It was only produced for a year, sold exclusively in the American market, making it a popular classic model that many people are still looking for.

Ibanez has a strong impression of metal guitars, but the construction of models like this is also stable and reliable. Although it was cheaper back then, you can still buy this for around 200,000 yen, which is a good deal. Our shop has performed fret crowning, so the play condition is excellent. Above all, the appearance that is unique to Japanese vintage is the best!

Model name: AR305
Year(s) offered: 1982–1987
Made in: Japan
Finish(es): Antique Violin (AV)

Body type: Solid body
Body material: Mahogany w/ burl mahogany top
Neck joint: Set-in w/ smooth heel
Bridge:
1982: Gibraltar (w/ sustain block)
1983–1987: Gibraltar II (w/ sustain block)
Tailpiece:
1982: Gibraltar w/ plate
1983–1984: Quik Change II w/ plate
1985–1987: Quik Change II
Hardware color: Gold

Neck profile: AR
Neck material: 3-piece rock maple
Scale length: 628mm/ 24¾"
Fingerboard material: Ebony w/ binding
Fingerboard inlays: Pearloid/ Mexican abalone block
Frets: 22 / medium
Nut: Half-bone/ half-brass
Machine heads:
1982: Ibanez VelveTune
1983–1984: Ibanez VelveTune II
1985–1987: Ibanez Smooth Tuner II

Bridge pickup: Ibanez Super 58 (H)
Neck pickup: Ibanez Super 58 (H)
Controls: 2 volume / 2 tone / 2 Tri-sound switches / 3-way toggle
Recommended case: AR300C

【Accessories】Ibanez Hard case

【Appearance & Condition】In addition to dullness of parts, there is wear and tear unique to Japanese vintage, such as rust, discoloration and deterioration of parts due to aging, scratches and small dents, and paint cracking and deterioration of the binding. None of these affect playability.

【Truss Rod】Ample clearance

【Frets】Approximately 60% remaining (crowning completed)

【Neck】Straight

【Nut Width】Approximately 43mm

・If significant buzzing or fret out that impedes playing, or other issues are found, we will always note them. If there is no such notation, our shop determines that there are no problems with play condition.
・If "Original" or "Replaced" etc. are not specifically noted, we do not make definitive statements regarding specifications or condition.
・Regarding the truss rod, from a product protection standpoint, we only check approximately 45 degrees in both the tightening and loosening directions. (When labeled "ample clearance," it indicates 45 degrees of clearance in both directions)
・The listed contents are as of the time of listing. There may be changes due to seasons or aging.
・Accessories are limited to those shown in the photos and listed on the product page.
・As we also sell in-store simultaneously, items may be sold or under negotiation.
・We cannot accommodate requests for specific delivery time slots.

・If you have any other questions or wish to try the instrument, please contact us via the inquiry form or our shop's email address (mion-gakki@mion.tokyo).
・Our shop's business hours are Friday, Saturday, Sunday (11:00–18:30).