Description
The Ibanez Alpha A528 marks a new era for forward-thinking musicians seeking innovation, comfort, and unmatched tonal response. Engineered for exceptional playability and style, this guitar redefines your creative boundaries with premium materials and thoughtful design.
Experience sublime ergonomics that support ease of movement and extended playing, complemented by cutting-edge Fishman Fluence pickups delivering powerful, noise-free tones. Whether performing live or practising long hours, the Alpha A528 is your perfect partner in musical expression.
Main Features
Parallel Wizard AS 5-piece Maple/Walnut Neck
Asymmetric and consistently slim (21 mm thickness), this neck balances comfort and speed, ideal for advanced techniques like sweeping and string skipping. The maple and walnut blend enhances tonal clarity and attack.Ebony Fretboard
Known for its tight bass, focused mids and bright highs, the ebony fretboard provides responsive playability and extended sustain for both rhythm and lead styles.Jumbo Stainless Steel Frets
Durable and corrosion-resistant jumbo frets ensure effortless note articulation and fast response with clear definition.American Basswood Body
Offers a natural, balanced tonal base, allowing the pickups and player’s style to shine without unnecessary colouration.Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Pickups
A versatile pair featuring Alnico in the neck and Ceramic in the bridge for aggressive output and precision tone with ultra-low noise.Fishman Fluence Voicing Switch
Quickly toggle between two distinct voicings—from a high-gain modern edge to a clear, articulate clean tone.Gotoh MG T Locking Machine Heads
Provide excellent tuning stability and facilitate rapid string changes, perfect for stage and studio use.Mono Rail G2 Bridge
Uniquely isolates each string to maximise resonance and minimise interference, supporting both string-through and top loading.Luminescent Side Dot Markers
Enhances fretboard visibility in dark or low light conditions, perfect for all gig environments.Includes Custom Ibanez Gig Bag
Tailored to protect your Alpha A528 on the move.
Special Design Features
Ergonomic Elbow Contour
Sleek sculpting creates a natural rest for the picking arm, optimising comfort during lengthy sessions.Alpha Neck Joint
Innovative three-screw stainless steel plate design strengthens the neck joint while improving upper fret access.Ergonomic Rear Body Contour
Subtle upward tilt of the guitar body improves fretboard sightlines and playability.Flat Lower Body Edge
Provides a stable contact point when seated, reducing movement or slippage.Rear Mounted Output Jack
Positioned for comfort, avoiding interference with playing posture.
Specifications
- Parallel Wizard AS 5-piece Maple/Walnut neck
- Multi-scale: 698mm/27.5” (8th string) and 648mm/25.5” (1st string) scale lengths
- American Basswood body
- Ebony fretboard with Mother of Pearl step off-set dot inlays
- Jumbo stainless steel frets
- Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Alnico 9 (neck) and Ceramic 9 (bridge) pickups
- Fishman Fluence voicing switch
- Mono Rail G2 bridge
- Black hardware finish
- Gotoh MG-T locking tuners
- Factory tuning: 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E, 7B, 8F#
- String gauge: .009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042/.054/.065
- Luminescent side dots
- Ergonomic elbow and rear body contours
- Supplied with a tailored Ibanez gig bag
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What scale lengths does the Ibanez Alpha A528 feature?
The Alpha A528 offers a multi-scale design with a 698mm (27.5”) scale on the bass (8th) string and a 648mm (25.5”) scale on the treble (1st) string, enhancing intonation and playability across all strings.
➤ Are the Fishman Fluence pickups active or passive?
The Fishman Fluence pickups on the Alpha A528 are active, providing high output with very low noise and versatile voicing options via the integrated switch.
➤ Does the guitar come with a case or bag?
Yes, the guitar includes a custom-fit Ibanez gig bag designed specifically to protect and carry the Alpha A528.
➤ How does the Mono Rail G2 bridge benefit my playing?
The Mono Rail G2 bridge isolates each string, improving resonance, note separation, and minimising string-to-string interference for clearer tone and more precise articulation.
➤ What tuning and string gauge does the guitar come with?
The guitar is factory-tuned to 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E, 7B, 8F# and fitted with .009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042/.054/.065 gauge strings.
Delivery
This product is in stock and ready to ship
This item is normally sent to Mainland UK addresses by DPD who generally provide a one-hour window of delivery on the morning of delivery by email or text message.
FREE delivery within mainland UK
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £35 (calculated at checkout).
Order this item before 2pm we will despatch it on the same day
Warranty Information
Ibanez Warranty Information: 1 year
Please note this information is provided for guidance only as manufacturer warranties may be updated from time to time. For full please visit the manufacturer's website here.
3 years warranty for VIP members
