Ibanez A527-NSH 7-String Multi Scale Electric Guitar, Nebula Shift

As its name suggests, Alpha represents a new beginning, and the Ibanez Alpha A527 is purpose built for the modern, forward thinking guitarist. Designed to push boundaries, this instrument combines cutting edge ergonomics, advanced construction, and premium hardware to deliver an immersive and highly playable experience. The Alpha does not just refine your playing, it encourages entirely new musical possibilities.

With its sculpted body contours, innovative neck joint, and uncompromising component choices, the A527 is engineered for precision, comfort, and speed. Every detail has been carefully considered to support demanding techniques, extended sessions, and confident performance on stage or in the studio.

Main Features

Parallel Wizard AS 5 piece Maple and Walnut Neck

The Parallel Wizard AS neck features an asymmetric profile with a more rounded shape on the bass side while maintaining an even 21 mm thickness throughout. This design offers a natural, comfortable grip that makes techniques such as sweeping and string skipping feel effortless. The maple and walnut construction enhances clarity, attack, and note definition.

Ebony Fretboard

The ebony fretboard delivers tight lows, focused mids, and a strong high end attack. Its fast response and rich sustain make it ideal for articulate lead work and precise rhythm playing.

Jumbo Stainless Steel Frets

Stainless steel frets provide excellent corrosion resistance and long term durability. Their wide and tall profile ensures a quick response, smooth articulation for chords, and clear, defined single note tones.

American Basswood Body

The American basswood body produces a balanced, natural tone with a flat response, allowing the pickups and playing technique to shine through with clarity.

Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Pickups

Equipped with a Fluence Modern Humbucker Alnico in the neck and a Fluence Modern Humbucker Ceramic in the bridge, the A527 delivers aggressive output, tight low end, and powerful attack with virtually no noise.

Fishman Fluence Voicing Switch

The voicing switch allows instant access to two distinct tonal characters, switching between a modern high output active sound and a crisp, clean, and fluid voice.

Gotoh MG T Locking Machine Heads

Gotoh MG T locking tuners provide outstanding tuning stability while significantly reducing string change time, making the guitar reliable in both studio and live environments.

Mono Rail G2 Bridge

The Ibanez Mono Rail G2 bridge isolates each string for improved resonance transfer and superior note separation. It supports both string through body and top loading configurations for added flexibility.

Luminescent Side Dots

Luminescent side dot position markers ensure excellent visibility of fretboard positions on dark stages and in low light conditions.

Gig Bag Included

Supplied with an Ibanez gig bag designed specifically to protect and fit the Alpha A527 during transport.

Special Design Features

Ergonomic Elbow Contour

A sculpted elbow contour creates a natural resting position for the picking arm, improving comfort and stabilising the picking hand during extended playing sessions.

Alpha Neck Joint

The innovative three screw Alpha neck joint uses a stainless steel oval plate combined with a direct body to neck screw. This construction enhances joint strength while significantly improving access to the upper frets.

Ergonomic Rear Body Contour

A long sculpted contour along the upper back of the body subtly angles the guitar upward when held. This improves fretboard visibility, enhances playability, and reduces physical effort, allowing the player to focus entirely on performance.

Flat Lower Body Edge

The wide, flat lower body edge provides a stable contact area when playing seated, preventing unwanted movement or slippage.

Rear Mounted Output Jack

The rear positioned output jack is carefully placed to avoid interference with playing posture, ensuring comfort and freedom of movement in any position.

Specifications

• Parallel Wizard AS 5pc Maple/Walnut neck
• 691mm/27.2” scale at 7th string, 648mm/25.5” scale at 1st string
• American Basswood body
• Ebony fretboard w/Mother of Pearl Step off-set dot inlay
• Jumbo Stainless Steel frets
• Fishman® Fluence™ Modern Humbucker Alnico 8 (H) neck pickup
• Fishman® Fluence™ Modern Humbucker Ceramic 8 (H) bridge pickup
• Fishman® Fluence™ Voicing switch
• Mono-rail G2 bridge
• Black hardware
• Gotoh® MG-T locking machine heads
• Luminescent side dot inlay
• Ergonomic elbow contour
• Ergonomic rear body contour
• Gig Bag Included