Description
Experience the iconic Ibanez RG series, engineered over three decades for unparalleled speed, strength and metal performance. The RG8EX-BKF model offers a high-performance, extended range instrument designed for demanding guitarists seeking bold tone and exceptional playability.
Main Features
Jatoba Fretboard
Crafted from rich reddish-brown jatoba, this fretboard delivers a warm midrange with crisp, clear highs for dynamic expression.Mono-Unit Output Jack
Built as a durable, single-piece unit to prevent loosening and contact failure, ensuring reliable signal connection and low maintenance for long-term use.F108 Bridge
Enhances sustain and allows easy, independent string height adjustment for personalised setup and comfort.IBZ-8 Pickups
Specially designed for extended range guitars, these ceramic, passive humbuckers produce tight low-end response and maintain tonal clarity under high-gain.Wizard II 5-Piece Maple/Walnut Neck
The fast, slim Wizard neck profile combines strength and stability with effortless playability tailored to fast, technical styles.
Specifications
- Colour: Black Flat
- Neck Type: Wizard II 5-piece Maple/Walnut
- Body: Meranti
- Fretboard: Jatoba with white dot inlays
- Frets: 24 Jumbo frets
- Bridge: F108 bridge
- String Spacing: 10.5mm
- Pickups: IBZ-8 (H) Ceramic Passive Humbuckers – Neck & Bridge
- Factory Tuning: 1D#, 2A#, 3F#, 4C#, 5G#, 6D#, 7A#, 8F
- Strings: D’Addario® EXL120-8 (.009–.065 gauge)
- Hardware Colour: Black
Neck Dimensions
- Scale Length: 686mm (27 inches)
- Nut Width: 55mm
- Width at 24th Fret: 80mm
- Thickness at 1st Fret: 20mm
- Thickness at 12th Fret: 21.5mm
- Radius: 400mm
Elevate your playing with the Ibanez RG8EX-BKF, a precision-engineered guitar perfect for metal, progressive, and experimental styles. Its robust build, clear articulation and smooth playability make it a standout choice for professional musicians.
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What type of wood is used for the fretboard?
The fretboard is made of jatoba, a reddish-brown tonewood known for delivering a rich midrange and crisp high-end frequencies.
➤ What makes the output jack mono-unit?
The mono-unit output jack is a solid, single-piece construction that prevents unwanted movement and loosening, reducing the risk of connection failure and ensuring durability.
➤ Are these pickups suitable for high-gain settings?
Yes, the IBZ-8 ceramic passive humbuckers are designed specifically for extended range guitars and provide tight low-end response while maintaining tonal clarity even at high gain levels.
➤ How does the F108 bridge benefit the player?
The F108 bridge extends sustain and allows for easy, independent adjustment of string height to customise your playing comfort and tone.
➤ What is the neck profile like?
The Wizard II neck features a thin, flat and fast 5-piece Maple/Walnut construction, combining strength with effortless playability ideal for technical playing styles.
Delivery
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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
