SOLD - Ibanez Concord 684/12 12-String - Japan 1974

Here is a 1974 Ibanez Concord 684/12, a beautifully crafted Japanese 12-string dreadnought from the golden era of Ibanez acoustic production. Based on the style of the Gibson Hummingbird, this model delivers vintage-inspired aesthetics and lush 12-string shimmer at an accessible, player-friendly level.

This example features a spruce top paired with mahogany back and sides, producing a warm, articulate voice with classic 12-string chime and wide harmonic spread. It excels in open chord voicings, rhythmic strumming, and jangly textures, offering the rich, layered sound associated with iconic 12-string recordings.

The mahogany neck has a slim, comfortable profile and is paired with a rosewood fingerboard, providing an easy and inviting playing feel across all positions. Despite the added string tension, the guitar remains smooth and responsive, with a low, comfortable action that supports extended playing sessions.

Playability is enhanced by its lightweight construction at just 2.27kg, making it surprisingly manageable for a large-bodied 12-string dreadnought. The wide nut and fingerboard spacing also provide plenty of room for complex chord voicings and fingerstyle work.

Visually, it features a square-shouldered dreadnought body, ornate hummingbird-style pickguard, split parallelogram inlays, and vintage-style binding, giving it strong period-correct character. It presents in very clean condition for its age, showing only a small top abrasion consistent with careful use.

Specifications: 

Year: 1974
Country: Japan
Model: Ibanez Concord 684/12 12-String
Finish: Natural gloss
Body: Spruce top, Mahogany back & sides
Neck: Mahogany
Fingerboard: Rosewood, split parallelogram inlays
Scale: 25.5”
Bridge: Rosewood
Tuners: Enclosed gear
Case: Original hard case