Description
Lovies Guitars is excited to present this Vintage! 1983 Ibanez AM205-AV Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar in Antique Violin.
The Ibanez AM205 is a highly regarded vintage semi-hollow from Ibanez’s golden-era Japanese production—known for exceptional craftsmanship, premium materials, and outstanding tone. Compact, lightweight, and extremely comfortable, the AM series delivers classic semi-hollow warmth and resonance in a more ergonomic body size, making it ideal for blues, jazz, fusion, rock, and beyond.
Finished in beautiful Antique Violin, this guitar showcases timeless vintage styling with rich depth and character.
This guitar is all original (OG) and comes complete with its Original Hardshell Case (OHSC). Condition is rated at 8.9/10 – Very Good, showing typical finish aging for its age, heavy patina on the gold hardware, medium pickguard scratches, and finish checking at the f-holes. All wear is cosmetic and consistent with careful vintage use—no cracks, no structural issues, and no repairs.
SPECS
Model: 1983 Ibanez AM205-AV
Finish: Antique Violin
Body: Laminated Maple
Construction: Semi-Hollow with Center Block
Neck: Maple
Fingerboard: Ebony
Frets: 22
Scale Length: 24.75″
Pickups: Ibanez Super 58 Humbuckers (Original)
Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle
Bridge: Gibraltar Bridge
Tailpiece: Quik Change
Tuners: Ibanez Gold
Case: Original Hardshell Case (OHSC)
Condition: 8.9/10 – Very Good (finish aging; heavy gold patina; PG scratches; finish checking at f-holes)
Lovies Guitars Guarantee
A beautifully preserved 1983 Ibanez AM205 offering classic Japanese craftsmanship, rich semi-hollow tone, and vintage character. Original, well cared for, and highly playable—this is a fantastic vintage semi-hollow for players and collectors alike.
Weighs in at: 7.40 lbs
1st Fret: .835”
12th Fret: .915”
Nut Width: 1 3/4″
Serial: F830151
SKU: 9280
Each guitar comes with a Sample of Fret-Not fret and fingerboard cleaner and our favorite Cooper Pick.
We offer a 14-day money-back return policy. Buy with confidence.
All guitars are guaranteed to arrive in the condition as described, and a full refund will be issued if not. Additionally, all our guitars are fully insured, and we will assist with any claims that may arise.
Lovies Guitars holds a CITES Master File, and we can provide certificates when and where they are required. We are also declaration-friendly, ensuring a smooth experience for international shipments.
