Is this guitar really left-handed?

Yes. The AAD51LCE is built left-handed, with the cutaway and electronics on the correct side for a left-handed player.

Does it come with a case?

Ibanez typically ships this model without a hard case. Budget for a gig bag or case if you plan to travel with it.

Yes. It has onboard electronics, so you can run it into an acoustic amp, PA or interface with a standard instrument cable.

It is the lowest of the four new listings as of November 7, 2026, so it is a solid entry point. Check the other stores' current prices before buying.

It is a reasonable first acoustic-electric for a left-handed beginner, but have it set up by a shop so the action suits you.

7 stores we checked sell it, including Adorama, Best Buy, musicstore.com, Sweetwater, Guitar Center.

At musicstore.com, for $278.00, 35% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

$278.00at musicstore.comObserved at 11:33 PM

35% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 4 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.