【1982 Made in Japan Ibanez Artist AR-500 Cherry Sunburst with Original Hard Case】 Reference Price: ¥385,000 (tax included) The AR500 was released in 1979 and was the successor to the Steve Miller 2622 model. Unlike the 2622, it featured two Tri-Sound switches and a master tone control, as well as a status LED indicating EQ on/off (^^b). Initially, the AR500 was equipped with Super 80 pickups and had a thin body like the 2622 and 2619. From late 1979 to mid-1980, the pickups were changed to Super 58s, and the body became a thicker, more substantial version like the AR300. The Cherry Sunburst (CS) finish, which would become famous in the 80s "Catch The Tiger" advertisement, was also introduced. This "AR500CS" is a 1982 model and features all the new specifications, including a tiger stripe bookmatched maple top, Super 58 pickups, and a thicker body. 《SPEC》 Body Material: Flame Maple Top / Mahogany Back Neck Material: 3-piece Maple Fretboard: Ebony PU: Super 58 x2 Controls: Master Volume x1, Master Tone x1, Boost/EQ Volume x1, Tri-Sound x2, EQ Bass, EQ Mid, EQ Treble, EQ On/Off Weight: Approximately 4.3kg ● Operation confirmed (no noise, crackling, or buzzing) ● Setup complete (string height, intonation, PU height, etc.) ● Neck straight, truss rod has room to spare in both directions ● Fret remaining: Approximately 70-80% ● Exterior and interior cleaning completed ● New strings replaced ● Comes with original hard case * This is a 43-year-old vintage guitar. Please understand this before purchasing. * Please check the condition of the product in the photos. * No returns or exchanges to prevent parts swapping. If you are interested, please feel free to inquire. Orville by Gibson Fender USA Bizarre Electric Guitar ESP PRS Paul Reed Smith Les Paul Vintage #Ibanez #AR500CS