Ibanez Tim Henson Signature TOD10N

Ibanez Tim Henson Signature TOD10N, When Tim Henson approached Ibanez about resurrecting a nylon-string electric guitar similar to the now-coveted, but commercially failed 1998 SC500N, they were taken aback by the risk factor.

However, after hearing a demo of the track “Playing God,” Ibanez was convinced of the concept’s enormous potential and chose to offer the Polyphia star his own distinctive nylon electric model in the TOD10N.

This revised nylon electric form factor, popularized by Henson’s soulful effervescence, has struck a chord with guitarists from a wide range of genres and playing styles.

The TOD10N combines a familiar electric hand feel with beautiful aesthetics, such as a lovely custom-designed inlay and a striking translucent black finish. It’s designed to meet the needs of shredders, classical players, and everyone in between.

Electric Euphoria, Nylon Soul

The TOD10N nylon-string electric guitar combines the best of both worlds for musicians of all levels. It has a classical headstock with tuning pegs, a bone nut and saddle, and a tie-in bridge. A robust Sitka spruce top and sapele back and sides contribute to the instrument’s acoustically rich character.

Its ultrasleek 1-15/16″ body depth, 22 frets with single-cutaway design providing easy access to all high notes, 44 mm width nut, and 400R fretboard radius with a slender C-shaped neck all contribute to the electric impact.

The TOD10N’s semi-hollowbody construction incorporates fan bracing, which is prevalent in classical nylons for warmth and response, and a player-facing soundhole allows you to enjoy the TOD10N’s natural resonance.

Fishman S-Core Pickups and Ibanez Preamp

The TOD10N is outfitted with a Fishman Sonicore pickup and an Ibanez AEQ210TF preamp with integrated EQ to correctly convert its sound to an amplified system—and to give it that additional kick.

This electrical mix produces a pleasantly responsive attack as well as a pleasing, characteristic nylon character. It also contains a phase flip button and a digital tuner that acts as a mute switch when used, allowing you to tune between songs without worrying about your audience hearing you.

Dripping With Style

The TOD10N is a fascinating variation on a historic Ibanez tradition—the “Tree of Life” fingerboard inlay design, which is also found on Henson’s signature TOD10 electric. It matches the walnut fretboard beautifully, giving the TOD10N a well-rounded tone quality from low to high.

The pearloid binding found throughout the body, neck, and headstock contrasts brilliantly against the Transparent Black Flat-finished body for a superb look.

Play Light or Get Loud

The TOD10N is a true chameleon of a guitar. While it is Tim Henson’s hallmark model, designed to his specifications, you don’t have to be a Polyphia enthusiast to appreciate what it has to offer.

From flamenco-style fingerpickers to high-octane, metal-driven speed demons looking for an old-world-infused dose, Ibanez’s TOD10N caters to a wide range of guitar players eager to hit the stage or studio.

It’s loaded with tonal magic and superlative styling, and it comes factory-equipped with D’Addario XRC45 strings, ready to be a vessel for your creativity. Visit your local Guitar Center today and reward yourself to an Ibanez TOD10N jam.

Ibanez Tim Henson Signature TOD10N Features

• Sitka spruce top and sapele back and sides
• Nyatoh neck in a C-shaped profile
• Walnut bridge and fingerboard
• Fishman Sonicore pickup and Ibanez AEQ210TF preamp with onboard tuner

Ibanez Tim Henson Signature TOD10N Specs

Body

• Body type: Modified FR hollowbody
• Top wood: Sitka spruce
• Back & sides: Sapele
• Bracing pattern: Fan

Neck

• Neck shape: C
• Nut width: 1.81″ (46 mm)
• Fingerboard: Walnut
• Neck wood: Nyatoh
• Scale length: 25.5″
• Number of frets: 22
• Bridge: Walnut
• Saddle & nut: Bone nut

Electronics

• Pickup/preamp: Fishman Sonicore pickup; Ibanez AEQ210TF preamp
• EQ/Tuner: Onboard tuner

Other

• Tuning machines: Gold classical tuners
• Orientation: Right-handed
• Number of strings: 6 string