Ibanez Performance series acoustic guitar

Ibanez is a renowned brand in the musical instrument industry, particularly famous for its guitars. While the brand has its roots in Japan, it belongs to the Hoshino Gakki Group. Originally, the brand name was inspired by the Spanish luthier Salvador Ibáñez, whose guitars Hoshino Gakki imported before starting their own production.

Today, the manufacturing of Ibanez instruments is spread across several countries to cover different market segments. High-end models (such as the Prestige line) are primarily handcrafted in Japan. More affordable lines, like the Performance series shown in the image, are typically manufactured in facilities in China or Indonesia to maintain competitive pricing while ensuring quality control standards set by the Japanese parent company.

Hoshino Gakki remains the ultimate owner of Ibanez, maintaining its headquarters in Nagoya, Japan. The brand is managed globally through various regional subsidiaries, such as Hoshino USA for the North American market, ensuring a global reach for professional and amateur musicians alike.