Ibanez electro-acoustic guitar TCY12E-OPN

Ibanez TCY12E-OPN (Open Pore Natural)

The Ibanez TCY12E-OPN is a Talman-series electro-acoustic guitar designed for players who want the comfort of an electric guitar with the sound and versatility of an acoustic. It features the distinctive double-cutaway Talman body, making upper-fret access much easier than on traditional acoustic guitars.

Key Specifications

• Body Shape: Talman Double Cutaway
• Top, Back & Sides: Mahogany/Sapele construction
• Neck: Okoume/Mahogany
• Fingerboard & Bridge: Purpleheart
• Scale Length: 648 mm (25.5")
• Nut Width: 42 mm
• Pickup: Ibanez Under Saddle Pickup
• Preamp: Ibanez AEQ-2T with built-in tuner
• Finish: Open Pore Natural (OPN)
• Chrome die-cast tuners

Sound

• Warm midrange with clear highs and good projection.
• Slim body makes it very comfortable to play, especially for electric guitar players.
• Plugged into an amp or PA, it performs particularly well thanks to the AEQ-2T preamp and onboard tuner.

Community Feedback

Many Talman owners praise its comfort, portability, and amplified sound. Some players feel the unplugged acoustic tone is thinner than a full-size dreadnought due to the shallower body, while others find it excellent for practice and live performance when amplified.

Best For

✅ Beginners and intermediate players
✅ Singers performing live with amplification
✅ Electric guitarists switching to acoustic
✅ Pop, rock, worship, indie, and unplugged performances