Ibanez RG8527-BSR RG j.custom 7-String Electric Guitar, Brownish Sphalerite

The Ibanez RG j.custom represents the pinnacle of guitar craftsmanship, embodying over three decades of refinement, innovation, and performance excellence. As the most recognisable and distinctive guitar in the Ibanez line, the RG has been perfected for speed, strength, and playability, delivering an instrument that meets the demands of the world’s most discerning players.

Every Ibanez j.custom guitar is built by an elite team of luthiers in Japan, each highly skilled in creating instruments of uncompromised quality. The j.custom designation represents the finest materials, precision fretwork, advanced design, and premium hardware that Ibanez has developed over the years. Every detail is executed to perfection, resulting in a guitar that offers unparalleled tone, playability, and beauty.

Main Features

• Wizard 5pc Maple/Wenge Neck: The ultra-thin, flat Wizard neck is engineered for speed and precision, providing effortless playability and exceptional strength.
• Macassar Ebony Fretboard: Delivers tight lows, pronounced mids, and a sharp, articulate high end with fast response and rich sustain.
• Selected Flamed Maple Top (4mm) / African Mahogany Body: The stunning flamed maple top adds visual elegance, while the African mahogany body produces a rich, resonant tone with strong low-mid presence.
• Gotoh® Machine Heads: Offer precise tuning stability, smooth operation, and long-term reliability.
• Gotoh® Strap Lock Pins: Ensure secure performance by preventing accidental strap release during live shows.
• DiMarzio® PAF® 7 Pickups: Deliver open, dynamic tone with clarity across the spectrum — clean and articulate on low notes, warm and rounded on the highs.
• Lo-Pro Edge Tremolo Bridge: The industry-standard Ibanez Lo-Pro Edge system provides smooth pitch control, supreme comfort, and exceptional tuning stability, even under intense performance conditions.
• Special j.custom Neck Construction: The j.custom Super Wizard 5pc Maple/Wenge neck features jumbo frets finished with Ibanez’s exclusive j.custom fret edge treatment for ultra-smooth playability. A “Velvetouch” neck finish offers a natural, comfortable feel for effortless performance.
• All Access Neck Joint: Provides seamless access to higher frets, ensuring superior playability across the full range.
• Luminlay Side Dots: Glow-in-the-dark position markers enhance fretboard visibility on dark stages.
• Includes Ibanez Hardshell Case: Premium protection for your instrument, perfect for travel or stage use.

The Ultimate Expression of Ibanez Mastery

From its elegant aesthetics and flawless craftsmanship to its versatile tonal range, the Ibanez RG j.custom stands as a testament to the art of Japanese guitar-making. Designed for professional musicians who demand nothing less than perfection, it delivers supreme comfort, stunning tone, and the kind of precision that defines the Ibanez legacy.

Specifications

• Neck type: RG j.custom Wizard-7 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 fretsj.custom fret edge treatment
• Number of frets: 24
• Bridge: Lo-Pro Edge 7 bridge
• String space: 10.8mm
• Neck pickup: DiMarzio® PAF® 7 (H) neck pickup Passive/Ceramic
• Bridge pickup: DiMarzio® PAF® 7 (H) bridge pickup Passive/Ceramic
• Factory tuning: 1E,2B,3G,4D,5A,6E,7B
• Strings: D'Addario® EXL120-7
• String gauge: .009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042/.054
• Nut: Locking nut
• Hardware colour: Cosmo Black

Neck Dimensions

• Scale: 648mm/25.5"
• Width: 48mm at NUT
• Width: 68mm at 24F
• Thickness: 19mm at 1F
• Thickness: 21mm at 12F
• Radius: 430mm