Description
The Ibanez RG8520 j.custom represents the pinnacle of Ibanez craftsmanship, performance, and tone. As part of the elite j.custom series, this model is hand-built in Japan by Ibanez’s most skilled luthiers, combining the finest tonewoods, advanced hardware, and meticulous finishing. Every detail of the RG8520 has been perfected to deliver exceptional sound, effortless playability, and stunning visual beauty.
Three decades of refinement have made the RG the most recognisable and distinctive guitar in the Ibanez lineup. Whether you prefer articulate cleans or searing leads, the RG8520 stands as a true high-performance machine built for precision and expression.
Main Features
- Super Wizard 5pc Maple/Wenge Neck: Ultra-slim, fast-playing neck providing exceptional smoothness and control.
- Macassar Ebony Fretboard: Tight lows, focused mids, and a crisp high-end attack with rich sustain and quick response.
- Jumbo Frets with j.custom Fret Edge Treatment: Wide and tall fret profile for effortless articulation and smooth playability, with Ibanez’s signature rounded j.custom fret edges.
- Selected 4mm Flamed Maple Top / African Mahogany Body: A visually stunning flamed maple top paired with a resonant mahogany body for warmth, depth, and rich tonal balance.
- DiMarzio® Air Norton™ and The Tone Zone® Pickups: A powerful and versatile humbucking pair delivering a huge sound with excellent dynamics, clarity, and harmonic range.
- Gotoh® Machine Heads: Premium tuning stability and precision for reliable performance on stage or in the studio.
- Lo-Pro Edge Tremolo: Industry-leading tremolo system offering smooth pitch control, recessed fine tuners, and locking studs for exceptional tuning stability.
- Coil-Tap Switch: Expands tonal options by splitting the humbuckers for single-coil style clarity and versatility.
- Gotoh® Strap Lock Pins: Secure strap connection for worry-free live performance.
- Includes Ibanez Hardshell Case: Heavy-duty protection for your prized instrument.
Special Features
- j.custom Super Wizard Neck: Finished with the exclusive Velvetouch treatment for a silky-smooth feel and effortless playability. Combined with the custom fret edge treatment, it delivers ultimate comfort and precision.
- All Access Neck Joint: Ergonomic neck joint design providing seamless access to upper frets for fast soloing and advanced techniques.
Specifications
- Neck type: RG j.custom Super Wizard 5pc Maple/Wenge neck
- Top/back/body: AAA Flamed Maple (4mm) top African Mahogany body
- Fretboard: Bound Macassar Ebony fretboard Tree of Life inlay
- Fret: Jumbo frets j.custom fret edge treatment
- Number of frets: 24
- Bridge: Lo-Pro Edge bridge
- String space: 10.8mm
- Neck pickup: DiMarzio® Air Norton™ (H) neck pickup Passive/Alnico
- Bridge pickup: DiMarzio® The Tone Zone® (H) bridge pickup Passive/Alnico
- Factory tuning: 1E,2B,3G,4D,5A,6E
- Strings: D'Addario® EXL120
- String gauge: .009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042
- Nut: Locking nut
- Hardware colour: Cosmo Black
Neck Dimensions
Scale: 648mm/25.5" Width: 43mm at NUT Width: 58mm at 24F Thickness: 17mm at 1F Thickness: 19mm at 12F Radius: 430mm
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
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £30 (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
