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Ibanez Serial Numbers Lookup | Guitarinsite.nl
Manufacture China
2002–2022 Letter S + 8 digits
Example: S05030941
The letter S stands for produced by [not known]
The first 2 digits represent the latest digits of the year. (05=2005)
The next 2 digits indicate the month (01=January…12=December)
The last 4 digits are the consecutive production number for that month. (0941)
Serial number S05030941 is the 941th guitar of March 2005.
The factory and location in China is unclear here.
2010–2022 Letters SS + 8 ditgits
Example: SS11020221
The letter SS stands for produced by ??? [not known]
The first 2 digits represent the latest digits of the year. (15=2015)
The next 2 digits indicate the month (01=January…12=December)
The last 4 digits are the consecutive production number for that month. (0221)
Serial number SS11020221 is the 221th guitar of February 2011.
The factory and location in China is unclear here.
From approx 2005 to 2022, some Chinese Ibanez guitars only have a 9 digit serial number. It is unclear which supplier or factory has manufactured these models.
From this consecutive production number no date of construction and location can be derived either.
Manufacture Korea
From 1987 through 2008, Ibanez manufactured guitars in Korea.
2000–2008 Letter + 8 digits or Letter + letter + 8 digits
Example: A01042941
The letter(s) indicates in which factory the guitar was manufactured.
A = Saein Musical Instrument Co. Ltd. in Incheon.
C = Cort Guitars in Incheon in Incheon of Daejeon.
S or SQ = Saehan Guitar Technology.
Y = Yoojin Industrial Co. Ltd. in Yangju, (acoestic) or Guangju (elektric).
1999–2008 Letter(W) + 6 digits or Letter(W) + letter + 5 digits
Example: W962827
The letter W stands for produced by World Musical Instrument Co. in Incheon.
The 2nd digit or letter indicates the production month. (1=January…9=September, X=October, Y=November and Z=December)
The third digit indicates the last digit the production year. (9=1999 through 8=2008)
The last 4 digits are the consecutive production number for that month. (2827)
Serial number W962827 is the 2827th guitar of September 2006, built by World Musical Instrument Co. in Incheon.
So far 'S' for the year range and if made in China is not coming up with a definitive answer.
Same or similar results with this reference.
Ibanez serial numbers
Manufacture China
2002–2022 Letter S + 8 digits
Example: S05030941
The letter S stands for produced by [not known]
The first 2 digits represent the latest digits of the year. (05=2005)
The next 2 digits indicate the month (01=January…12=December)
The last 4 digits are the consecutive production number for that month. (0941)
Serial number S05030941 is the 941th guitar of March 2005.
The factory and location in China is unclear here.
2010–2022 Letters SS + 8 ditgits
Example: SS11020221
The letter SS stands for produced by ??? [not known]
The first 2 digits represent the latest digits of the year. (15=2015)
The next 2 digits indicate the month (01=January…12=December)
The last 4 digits are the consecutive production number for that month. (0221)
Serial number SS11020221 is the 221th guitar of February 2011.
The factory and location in China is unclear here.
From approx 2005 to 2022, some Chinese Ibanez guitars only have a 9 digit serial number. It is unclear which supplier or factory has manufactured these models.
From this consecutive production number no date of construction and location can be derived either.
Manufacture Korea
From 1987 through 2008, Ibanez manufactured guitars in Korea.
2000–2008 Letter + 8 digits or Letter + letter + 8 digits
Example: A01042941
The letter(s) indicates in which factory the guitar was manufactured.
A = Saein Musical Instrument Co. Ltd. in Incheon.
C = Cort Guitars in Incheon in Incheon of Daejeon.
S or SQ = Saehan Guitar Technology.
Y = Yoojin Industrial Co. Ltd. in Yangju, (acoestic) or Guangju (elektric).
1999–2008 Letter(W) + 6 digits or Letter(W) + letter + 5 digits
Example: W962827
The letter W stands for produced by World Musical Instrument Co. in Incheon.
The 2nd digit or letter indicates the production month. (1=January…9=September, X=October, Y=November and Z=December)
The third digit indicates the last digit the production year. (9=1999 through 8=2008)
The last 4 digits are the consecutive production number for that month. (2827)
Serial number W962827 is the 2827th guitar of September 2006, built by World Musical Instrument Co. in Incheon.
So far 'S' for the year range and if made in China is not coming up with a definitive answer.
Same or similar results with this reference.
Ibanez serial numbers
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Slab O'Wood guitar made by Saehan
SAEHAN GUITAR TECHNOLOGY
SPEECHLESS (VINTAGE 1990 VESTER CONCERT II HFR-1070 ELECTRIC GUITAR) Looks quite Ibanez from that era
80's Vester made by Saehan. Looks very 80's Ibanez.
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Vester Bass made by Saehan. Looks very Ibanez SR-ish
SAEHAN GUITAR TECHNOLOGY
SPEECHLESS (VINTAGE 1990 VESTER CONCERT II HFR-1070 ELECTRIC GUITAR) Looks quite Ibanez from that era
80's Vester made by Saehan. Looks very 80's Ibanez.
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Vester Bass made by Saehan. Looks very Ibanez SR-ish
I love the color of the center one. That tan looks great. I still haven’t found one locally to try. I’m not a seafoam guy, but one of those is about 4 hours away.
Back when I owned my previous ASB140, I posted a query about maybe a different way of attaching the strap that is attached the heel of the neck. I used to have Gibson SG that had the same strap setup which I didn’t like on that either. I have lost an appreciable amount of weight since those days so it may be ok now….I’m just “patiently” waiting for my 140 to get here to see if losing weight has helped me wear it better.
Has anyone been able to figure out a way of attaching the strap to the 140 other than under the heel? I remember it wanting to roll forward with it attached that way.
Has anyone been able to figure out a way of attaching the strap to the 140 other than under the heel? I remember it wanting to roll forward with it attached that way.
you could get one designed for acoustic guitar. Some of those have strings or leather bands/strap that go under the instrument strings between the nut and tuners. That’s how my ubass strap is.
here is the ubass example. It has a leather strap instead of strings that go between nut and tuners. Looks different but works well. I’m not sure if the ubass one is long enough for a full size bass. Course you could take that leather strap and move it to any guitar strap.
Great idea but I would be willing to bet that with that setup, the neck would be pulled up (the ASB140 has a long neck) and would pull the strings out of tune. I used to use that style strap on my acoustic guitars but the necks on those are much shorter which means less leverage to pull the neck out of tune.
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I play standing and have never had a problem. I have several basses with strap buttons on the heel. They work fine.
Yeah, with my back issues, I spend more and more time sitting while I play. I prefer standing but I am getting used to playing while sitting.
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I have a question for you folks. I have read that there are two versions of the AS100C case, an earlier one that the ASB140 fit in and a later one that it doesn't (too short). I believe the early one was made by a company called TKL or something like that.
The bass I bought (but haven't received yet) is coming with a HSC but the person I bought it from said it's not the "original" case but the bass fits it fine. I was under the impression at the time that it was original but I assumed it was...and we all know what happens when we assume
. I was thinking about looking for an "original" if this case has issues. I know the chances of finding are slim but hey, one never knows...
Does anyone know if the AGB100C case fits? It's made for a long scale Artcore bass (AGB140).
Pretty sure I'll be looking for a gig bag for this bass as well...any ideas?
The bass I bought (but haven't received yet) is coming with a HSC but the person I bought it from said it's not the "original" case but the bass fits it fine. I was under the impression at the time that it was original but I assumed it was...and we all know what happens when we assume
. I was thinking about looking for an "original" if this case has issues. I know the chances of finding are slim but hey, one never knows...Does anyone know if the AGB100C case fits? It's made for a long scale Artcore bass (AGB140).
Pretty sure I'll be looking for a gig bag for this bass as well...any ideas?
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The case for the AGB140 never ever ever fit for the ASB140 as they are different sized bodies. The ASB140 is double cut and has a wider lower bout. They are NOT the same size.I have a question for you folks. I have read that there are two versions of the AS100C case, an earlier one that the ASB140 fit in and a later one that it doesn't (too short). I believe the early one was made by a company called TKL or something like that.
The bass I bought (but haven't received yet) is coming with a HSC but the person I bought it from said it's not the "original" case but the bass fits it fine. I was under the impression at the time that it was original but I assumed it was...and we all know what happens when we assume
Does anyone know if the AGB100C case fits? It's made for a long scale Artcore bass (AGB140).
Pretty sure I'll be looking for a gig bag for this bass as well...any ideas?
The case for the ASB140 is no longer made. The AGB100C case made way back when would work for the AGB140 and also the AGB200 and AGB205, but albeit with a lot of extra room at the headstock.
The main problem is that they never changed the model number of the cases when they made them strictly for the short scale AGB series and short scale ASB series (ASB180).
How do I know, because I’ve been through this myself. If it is a NOS or used from years ago as opposed to brand spanking new you might be in luck. Always, always get COMPLETE internal measurements.
Also, the AFB200 uses a completely different case as well.
Someone somewhere had luck with an Ibanez case for one of their Acoustic Bass Guitars, but it was too deep and required some padding (towel) to keep the bass from moving around front to back.
Guardian and TKL can help you out if you give them complete body dimensions but they’re over $230.
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Hi all. Came home from work the other day and found my wife picked me up a new bass for our anniversary.
I'm over the moon about it. Beautiful and inspiring bass.
I did notice the tone pot does nothing but thank you to B-Mac for sending me over here and to the tone pot discussion!
Not sure how I'll address it. Either replacing the pots or a new pickup. I'll think on it. I can see a case may be an issue.
Still waiting for my strings to come. I'm going with La Bella Flats .045-.105 I was a bit afraid to go with the heavier ones.
Good to know that I'm not the only one who appreciates this bass.
I'm over the moon about it. Beautiful and inspiring bass.
I did notice the tone pot does nothing but thank you to B-Mac for sending me over here and to the tone pot discussion!
Not sure how I'll address it. Either replacing the pots or a new pickup. I'll think on it. I can see a case may be an issue.
Still waiting for my strings to come. I'm going with La Bella Flats .045-.105 I was a bit afraid to go with the heavier ones.
Good to know that I'm not the only one who appreciates this bass.
Visit this tread
IBANEZ ARTCORE TONE PROBLEM SOLVED !!!
@Bassamatic figured this out.
Changing the pup won't solve the issue.
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Welcome!
@Grizelda100
You have been issued member #28 in the Ibanez Artcore Bass Club
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Congrats!!! Your wife is a keeper!!! I used to have one of those and like a fool, I sold it. But.......I found another one and it's on the way! I bought it from a person in Canada so the trip will be prolonged as it goes through customs. It's stuck about 80 miles north of you at LAX customs. I did the pot replacement job on the old one. It made a big difference and it's not really that hard to do. If you lived closer, I'd give you a hand. There are a few tricks but I think those tricks are mentioned in that thread. I just bought another pair of 50K pots and they arrived today in anticipation of doing the same job on the this one that's on the way.
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That looks like its really in great shape! I like the control knobs too! Nice touch with how they blend right in with the burst.
