For the most part, the electronics of an acoustic-electric guitar will be hidden away underneath the bridge or attached to the inside of the guitar’s soundboard. More infrequently, you will come across magnetic pickups attached to the soundhole of an acoustic electric guitar, which work similarly to the pickups on an electric guitar.
You’ll likely have some way of controlling the volume, and perhaps some EQ sculpting tools, which can be limited to a single tone knob, or you may have separate bass and treble knobs. It’s worth knowing what your options are before you purchase, as the ability to tone-tweak will enhance your acoustic electric guitar’s versatility. This in turn allows you to dial in different sounds for various venues, whether you’re playing at a local bar or busking on your high street.