The acoustic voice of the TOD10N is fascinating. This is a commendable quality that we can only recommend. The comfort factor is paramount, providing a smooth and easy-to-navigate playing experience that encourages long, effortless sessions. It's incredibly easy to get used to, whether you're an experienced player or a newcomer to the world of classical guitars. In terms of playability, the TOD10N really comes into its own. The guitar is surprisingly light, a testament to the craftsmanship involved, which makes long sessions a breeze. It's a solidly constructed instrument that feels sturdy and well made, hinting at the high standards you can expect from an Ibanez signature model. It's a subtly dramatic design that will appeal to the eyes of musicians and admirers alike.īeneath the surface, the build quality is nothing short of impressive. The black finish is a classic yet striking choice, beautifully complemented by the Tree of Life inlays that run the length of the fretboard. It's rare to come across an instrument that exudes such a harmonious blend of visual allure, user-friendly design and unusual acoustic qualities, but the Ibanez Signature Tim Henson TOD10N does just that.įirst impressions count, and the TOD10N makes a stunning one. The only cons I can think about are the long waiting time and the fact that the sound-hole has a strong glue smell (might fade away with time)
Pickup sounds fantastic, and tuner works as intended (nothing special here)Īnd of course - IT IS BEAUTIFUL! The matt finish with pearl binding and TOD inlays make this guitar look unique and have a special aura to it. It definetly doesn't have the same volume as your ordinary classical / acoustic, but it is enough for playing in my bedroom which is all that matters to me. I LOVE how it sounds unplugged, which was a big factor for me.
The neck is slim (compared to other classical / acoustics I have tried before), feeling smooth and fast The body isn't heavy or thick, allowing comfortable play The outer package looked beaten to death, and after reading some Reddit posts about the bridge falling off I was scared that a return was incoming, but the inner box was unharmed and it had no flaws whatsoever. Playing God has never been made more accessible.Īfter a long (6 months) wait, I finally got it and it's brilliant! Very easy to transition to from playing electric guitar, and an absolute treat to play once accustomed to. Dot markers can still be found on the frets themselves among the vines, and are also featured on the edge of the fretboard for clarity.Īll in all, a beautiful looking and sounding guitar. The standout feature, besides the lack of front-facing sound chamber (found to the left of the onboard tuner instead), is the Tree of Death intricately winding up along the neck. A thick pearloid trim around the body and up along the edge of the neck gives the overall look some depth, and the ornate gold-plated machine heads are a nice touch. Simple matt black topped finish wherein the wood grain is allowed to bleed through just enough to give it an interesting texture. Running the TOD10N through a chain or directly into a DAW or amp produces immediate results without much need for tinkering beyond basic matters of taste.Īesthetically, the TOD10N is gorgeous. The Fishman pickup is crisp and fairly versatile considering the single position and basic controls.
The phase of the signal can also be inverted from here if required. It also features simple controls for monitoring the output, namely an overall volume control pot and basic Treble & Bass pots to shape the tone accordingly. The tuner feels a step above the standard onboard tuners found on electro-acoustics accurate and reliable. Despite playing primarily electric guitar, I found that the TOD10N was easy to adjust to after spending about an hour or two noodling around. The tuning holds without much issues in my climate, and the neck - slightly slimmer than most other classical guitars - is comfortable and ergonomic. Easily capable of more intimate and softer textures as it is snappy and resonant styles of playing. Out of the box, it is a fantastic sounding guitar.
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