Description
Engineered for metal musicians who demand aggressive low-end, razor-sharp response, and unmatched playability when down tuning, the Ibanez RGD621AH is the ultimate metal machine. With an extended 26.5-inch scale length, this guitar delivers superior string tension, clarity, and punch without compromising speed or comfort.
Experience rich, authoritative tones synonymous with down tuned guitars combined with a neck speed perfect for technical riffs and high-velocity solos. Deep cutaways allow effortless access to the highest frets, making this instrument a formidable choice for intense, modern metal performances.
Main Features
Wizard III 5-Piece Panga Panga and Walnut Neck
Crafted from five pieces of Panga Panga and walnut, the super-thin Wizard III neck offers remarkable stability, enhanced sustain, and lightning-fast playability, designed for complex riffing and rapid leads.
Macassar Ebony Fretboard
The Macassar ebony fretboard delivers tight low frequencies, focused midrange, and bright, articulate highs. Its quick response and rich sustain maintain tonal clarity even under high gain.
Jumbo Frets
Smooth and precise, jumbo frets promote effortless bends, fast runs, and fluid single-note playing.
Ash Top and Okoume Body
The exotic ash top and warm okoume body provide a dynamic tonal balance with powerful mid-low frequencies and visual flair.
DiMarzio Fusion Edge Pickups
Developed in collaboration with DiMarzio, the Fusion Edge humbuckers offer a sharp, punchy high end and tight low end, cutting through muddy mids for maximum articulation.
Gotoh MG-T Locking Machine Heads
Locking tuners deliver superior tuning stability and streamline string changes, perfect for studio sessions and live performances.
Gibraltar Standard III Bridge
The redesigned Gibraltar Standard III bridge improves sustain and tuning reliability by optimising string vibration transfer and playing comfort.
Coil Tap Switch
Enhance your tonal palette with the coil tap switch, allowing access to a broader range of sounds beyond high-gain settings.
Luminescent Side Dots
Glow-in-the-dark side dot markers ensure clear fretboard visibility in low light environments.
Designed for Down Tuned Precision
The RGD621AH’s longer scale, sleek neck, and modern electronics combine to provide unrivalled precision and control in low tunings. Whether you’re delivering crushing rhythm parts or intricate lead lines, this guitar responds with power and clarity that meet the demands of contemporary metal.
Specifications
- Colour: Midnight Shade Flat
- Neck: Wizard III 5-piece Panga Panga/Walnut
- Body: Okoume with ash top
- Fretboard: Macassar Ebony with White Step offset dot inlays
- Frets: 24 Jumbo
- Bridge: Gibraltar Standard III
- String Spacing: 10.8mm
- Pickups: DiMarzio® Fusion Edge (H) neck and bridge, Passive Ceramic
- Factory Tuning: D, A, F, C, G, D (Low to High)
- Strings: D'Addario® EXL110 (.010–.046 gauge)
- Hardware Colour: Black
- Scale Length: 673mm / 26.5 inches
- Nut Width: 43mm
- 24th Fret Width: 58mm
- Neck Thickness: 19mm at 1st fret, 21mm at 12th fret
- Fretboard Radius: 400mm
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What tuning does the Ibanez RGD621AH come with?
The guitar ships factory tuned to a low D tuning: D, A, F, C, G, D (from lowest to highest string), ideal for modern metal down tuning styles.
➤ How does the extended scale affect playability?
The 26.5-inch scale length increases string tension for tighter low-end response and clarity while maintaining a fast neck feel for speed and technical playing.
➤ Can I use this guitar for genres other than metal?
While designed for metal, the coil tap switch and versatile pickups allow tonal flexibility suitable for a variety of rock and heavy genres.
➤ Are the machine heads locking tuners?
Yes, the Gotoh MG-T locking tuners offer outstanding tuning stability and simplify string changes.
➤ What materials are used for the neck and body?
The neck is a 5-piece construction of Panga Panga and walnut for strength and sustain, while the body features a warm okoume with an exotic ash top for tonal balance and aesthetics.
Delivery
This product is on order with our suppliers
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.
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