Ibanez AS7328-TBC

Ibanez AS7328-TBC review

The Ibanez AS7328-TBC is a semi-hollow electric guitar finished in Tobacco Brown high gloss. Its listed price is 555, and it has been available since January 2026. The specification sheet describes a basswood body and top, a bolt-on maple and nyatoh neck, and a rosewood fingerboard. It has two humbuckers, a fixed bridge, and no included case or bag.

One point in the supplied specifications needs care: the general body listing names linden, while the detailed specification calls the body and top basswood. Linden and basswood are common names for the same wood, so the descriptions appear consistent. The guitar is identified as semi-hollow, rather than a fully hollowbody model.

Construction and playing feel

The 711 mm (28-inch) scale is longer than the 25.5-inch scale found on many standard electric guitars. The nut measures 43 mm (1.69 inches), and the fingerboard radius is 305 mm (12 inches). Ibanez fits 22 Super Jumbo frets and an AM Artcore nut. These are useful measurements to consider when assessing hand reach and string feel, especially if you are moving from a shorter-scale instrument. The available player comment says the guitar does not feel too big or too long, but that is one player's experience, not a fit guarantee.

The bolt-on neck combines maple and nyatoh, with rosewood for the fingerboard. A polyurethane finish covers the instrument, while the hardware is chrome and the pickguard is black. The bridge is an Ibanez Gibraltar Performer, paired with Ibanez machine heads. There is no tremolo, which keeps the listed bridge setup straightforward for players who prefer a fixed bridge.

The included strings are D'Addario EXL140. The feedback supplied describes the guitar as arriving with a good setup and praises its playability and workmanship. That positive first impression matters, though setup can vary between individual instruments and retailers. Buyers should still check tuning stability, fret condition, and action on the guitar they receive.

Pickups and controls

Two Classic Elite humbuckers sit in the neck and bridge positions. The controls comprise two volume knobs and two tone knobs, with a three-way toggle switch for selecting pickup positions. A player review reports that all pickup positions are useful, which suggests the guitar offers practical tonal choices across its switching range. The supplied information does not include output measurements or detailed tonal descriptions, so claims about exact frequency response or gain behavior would go beyond the evidence.

The guitar does not have a coil-split feature. One owner would have liked that option but says they purchased the instrument knowing it was not included. If single-coil-style switching is important to your playing, this is a limitation to weigh before buying. The listed configuration is a conventional pair of humbuckers with a three-way selector, not a more extensive switching system.

What players report

The available feedback is notably positive about the guitar's workmanship, sound, and ease of playing. One reviewer, who says they have played Ibanez guitars for decades, calls this model distinctive in its finish, tone, and playability. Another describes it as excellent for the price, mentions a pleasing setup on arrival, and finds each pickup position usable. Those impressions support the case for the AS7328-TBC as a playable, well-received instrument, while remaining individual opinions rather than controlled test results.

The review material does not provide details about long-term durability, weight, acoustic volume, or performance at high stage volume. The semi-hollow construction is confirmed, but there is no supplied measurement of body resonance or feedback behavior. If you need those specifics, try the guitar with your own amplifier and playing style before making a decision.

Verdict

The Ibanez AS7328-TBC combines a basswood semi-hollow body with a maple and nyatoh bolt-on neck, a rosewood fingerboard, and two Classic Elite humbuckers. Its 28-inch scale, fixed Gibraltar Performer bridge, and four-knob control layout define a clear, practical specification. The player feedback highlights a good setup, useful pickup positions, and comfortable proportions. The main confirmed omission is coil splitting, and neither a case nor a bag is included.

At a listed price of 555, it merits consideration if you want a semi-hollow Ibanez with dual humbuckers and a longer scale. Check the scale length against your preferences, and audition the instrument if you need to judge its sound and feel directly. The supplied reports are encouraging, but the final choice depends on whether its fixed pickup configuration and dimensions suit your needs.