Description
The Ibanez RG series stands as one of the most iconic and recognisable electric guitars in the metal scene, crafted over three decades to deliver unmatched speed and strength. Whether you prefer a fixed hardtail bridge or the industry-leading locking tremolo system, the RG is engineered for precision and reliability, making it an essential instrument for both aspiring and professional guitarists.
Main Features
- Maple neck: Offers exceptional stability and a bright, articulate tonal character to enhance your playing experience.
- Bound Purpleheart fretboard: Known for its rich, warm tone and striking appearance, the fretboard includes smooth white dot inlays that aid navigation.
- Mono-unit output jack: Manufactured as a solid piece to prevent loosening or contact failure, ensuring long-lasting performance with minimal maintenance.
- T102 Tremolo bridge: Features a 10.5mm string spacing designed to facilitate smoother and more precise picking across all strings.
- Infinity R H-H pickups: Passive ceramic pickups that provide a tight, dynamic sound without losing tonal clarity, perfect for aggressive and clean settings alike.
Specifications
- Neck type: GRG Maple neck
- Body: Quilted Maple Art Grain top with Poplar body
- Fretboard: Bound Purpleheart with white dot inlays
- Frets: Jumbo, 24 in total
- Bridge: T102 tremolo with 10.5mm string spacing
- Pickups: Infinity R humbuckers (neck and bridge) – Passive Ceramic
- Factory tuning: Standard E (1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E)
- String gauge: .009 / .011 / .016 / .024 / .032 / .042
- Hardware finish: Black
The Ibanez RG is designed for players who demand speed, precision, and tonal versatility from their instrument. Combining premium tonewoods, quality hardware, and innovative features, it provides a superior playing experience that shines on stage or in the studio.
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What type of music is the Ibanez RG best suited for?
The RG excels in heavy metal, hard rock, and fast-paced genres due to its high-performance design and powerful pickups, though it is versatile enough for many other styles.
➤ Can I adjust the T102 tremolo bridge for different playing styles?
Yes, the T102 tremolo bridge allows for smooth pitch modulation and can be adjusted to suit various playing techniques while maintaining tuning stability.
➤ How does the mono-unit output jack improve reliability?
Being made from a single solid piece prevents looseness and contact failures that commonly occur with multi-part jacks, resulting in stable connections and less maintenance.
➤ Are the Infinity R pickups suitable for both clean and distorted tones?
Absolutely, the Infinity R pickups provide clear, dynamic tonal response and retain clarity even when using high gain or distortion settings.
Delivery
This product is in stock at our official UK distributor and will be shipped to you within 5 working days
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
