Description
Crafted for metal musicians who demand power and precision, the Ibanez RGD delivers exceptional tone and playability, especially tuned for heavy down-tuning. With a longer 26.5” scale neck, this guitar ensures the thick, rich sound metal requires without compromising speed or comfort. Its super-thin Nitro Wizard 5-piece Panga Panga/Walnut neck offers effortless playability for lightning-fast solos, while the extra-deep cutaways provide easy access to the highest frets.
Main Features
- 26.5” Extended Scale Neck designed for optimal down-tuned responsiveness and fast soloing
- Mono-Rail Bridge reduces cross-talk between strings, enhancing stability and sustain
- Macassar Ebony Fretboard delivers tight lows, strong midrange, crisp highs, and rich sustain
- Fishman® Fluence Modern Humbucker Pickups offer aggressive, noiseless tones with powerful attack
- Sub Zero Treated Jumbo Frets withstand intense riffing and aggressive string bending
- Luminescent Side Dot Inlays ensure high visibility on dark stages, paired with a matching luminescent Ibanez headstock logo
- Schaller S-Lock Strap Lock Pins provide rock-solid security during live performances
- Gotoh® MG-T Locking Machine Heads guarantee reliable tuning stability and faster string changes
Specifications
- Colour: Midnight Tropical Rainforest
- Neck: Nitro Wizard 5-piece Panga Panga/Walnut
- Body: Ash
- Fretboard: Macassar Ebony with white stepped off-set dot inlays
- Frets: 24 Jumbo Sub Zero treated
- Bridge: Mono-rail
- String Spacing: 10.8mm
- Pickups: Fishman® Fluence™ Modern Humbucker Alnico (neck) and Ceramic (bridge), active
- Factory Tuning: DGCFAD (1D, 2A, 3F, 4C, 5G, 6D)
- Strings: D'Addario® EXL110, gauge .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046
- Hardware Colour: Black
Experience the Ibanez RGD for unparalleled metal tone, speed, and durability whether on stage or in the studio.
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What scale length does the Ibanez RGD have?
The RGD features a 26.5-inch extended scale neck, ideal for down-tuning and metal genres.
➤ What pickups are installed on the Ibanez RGD?
It is equipped with Fishman® Fluence Modern Humbucker pickups—Alnico in the neck and Ceramic at the bridge—known for aggressive tones with minimal noise.
➤ How does the Mono-Rail bridge benefit my playing?
The Mono-Rail bridge enhances sustain and tuning stability while minimising cross-talk between strings for clearer sound.
➤ Are the frets durable enough for heavy playing?
Yes, the jumbo Sub Zero treated frets are specifically designed to resist wear from intense riffing and string bending.
➤ Is this guitar suitable for fast soloing?
Absolutely. The Nitro Wizard 5-piece Panga Panga/Walnut neck is ultra-thin and fast, making it perfect for quick lead playing.
Delivery
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
