Ibanez Guitars have unveiled numerous electric guitars for 2013. Iron Label, Artstar and Artcore Expressionist series were introduced, while the RG received the most updates.
Ibanez Guitars have renewed the catalog for 2013 with over 100 models, with 60 of them belonging to electric guitrs section. These huge numbers are somewhat disproportionate, as most of the newly introduced models cater to the budget-friendly section of the market, while the minority aims at higher classes and professional musicians. Nine models are introduced into the Signature Artist series, with three new guitarists receiving their first Ibanez signature models. Seven guitars have made their debut under the Iron label banner. RG series has been updated with 18 new models. RGD series has received one novelty. S series has six new models. Three new models have been introduced into the Iceman series. Only one guitar has been unveiled for the FR series. A total of 15 hollow bodied guitars have made their debut at NAMM 2013. Two belong to the Pat Metheny signature series, three are introduced into the new Artstar series, four into Artcore Expressionist and six into the Artcore line.
Signature Artist
Signature Artist series is now richer for three exceptional young fret wizards. Their names are Tosin Abasi of Animals as Leaders, Ben Bruce and Cameron Liddell of Asking Alexandria. Tosin has received an eight-string TAM100, Ben Bruce got BBM1 six-stringer with single-cut design and Cameron Liddell received Artist-shaped CLM1. Noodles, Joe Stariani, Andy Timmons and Steve Vai have received their series updates. NDM3 is introduced into the Noodles signature series, JS2410 and JS24P into Joe Satriani series, AT10P into Andy Timmons line and finally, JEM7V7 and UV70P update the Steve Vai JEM series.
Ibanez TAM100 is the first Ibanez-made signature model for Tosin Abasi of the super popular progressive metal band Animals as Leaders. Tosin`s characteristic chops and non-conventional, but catchy song structure have earned this fret wizard his first sig. TAM100 is a masterfully built guitar with obvious RG pedigree. It is eight-stringed and features bolt-on neck joint. DiMarzio Ionizer 8 pickups are used on this one in combination with a fixed Edge trem. Five-piece wenge/bubinga neck is topped with a 24-fret wenge fingerboard. For more info check TAM100 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez BBM1 is a brand new signature model made for Ben Bruce of the perspective young metal act Asking Alexandria. It features a Telecaster-like body made of mahogany. Black color with British flag is the only color scheme. Pair of Infinity humbuckers drive the tone of this model. Three-piece maple neck has RG standard Wizard contour in the back and 24-fret rosewood fingerboard on top. For more info check BBM1 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez CLM1 is an Artist-shaped guitar with solid, single-cut body made of mahogany. This model is only available in black with custom graphic. Ibanez Standard humbucker in the bridge position is the only pickup on this model. It has a master volume knob as it`s only control. 25-1/4" scale is a bit longer than 24-3/4" standard for Les Paul-like guitars. Neck on this one is made of mahogany and it`s set in. 24-fret fingerboard is made of rosewood. For more info check CLM1 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
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Ibanez NDM3 is the third signature guitar made by Ibanez for Noodles. He is the lead guitarist for the cult punk band The Offspring. NDM3 does not step far away from the formula used on previous two models. It is still a Telecaster-shaped guitar with solid body made of basswood. Standard Ibanez single coil pickups are featured on this one. Pickups are fat, looking like a pair of P-90s. Fixed bridge is featured behind them. Neck is made of three pieces of maple and it`s topped with a 22-fret rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays. For more info check NDM3 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez JS2410 develops the 24-fret concept introduced into the Joe Satriani series in past two years. This time alder substitutes the American basswood as the body tonewood. Shape is still classic JS and construction is solid. DiMarzio Satch Track rail humbucker is in the neck and Mo` Joe regular hum is in the bridge. Standard set of controls follows them. Edge trem is featured in the back. Neck on this model is made of three pieces of maple and bubinga and it`s topped with a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. For more info check JS2410 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez JS24P is the second update of JS series and it also sports a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. Pickups on this one are made by DiMarzio, featuring Mo` Joe in the bridge and Chopper in the neck. Master volume, master tone and a three-way toggle pickup switch comprise the controls. Neck on this model is made of two pieces of maple with center part being made of bubinga. It`s bolted to the body and equipped with JS contour in the back. Body is solid, double-cut and made of American basswood. Double locking Edge trem sits in the bridge section. For more info check JS24P detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez AT10P is the newest Andy Timmons signature model made by Ibanez. This model follows in the footsteps of the RG series, from which it came. Solid, double-cut body is flat on top and made of alder in it`s entirety. It is paired with a bolted one-piece maple neck with AT contour in the back. DiMarxio AT-1 passive humbucker is in the bridge position, while the Chopper humbuckers in rail configuration occupy the middle and neck positions. Wilkinson tremolo bridge is installed in the back. Maple neck is topped with a 22-fret maple fingerboard with vintage-styled black dot inlays. For more info check AT10P detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez JEM7V7 one of two new signature models made for Steve Vai. Both feature seven strings and classic JEM construction features. JEM7V7 has a solid alder body with the handle hole above the pickups compartment. Traditionally, there`s an Ibanez locking tremolo bridge and in it`s front a set of DiMarzio pickups is installed. Blaze pickups come in H/S/H configuration, featuring only the basic controls. Five-piece maple/wenge neck is bolted and topped with a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. For more info check JEM7V7 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez UV70P is the second update of the Steve Vai signature series. It comes as the opposite, the dark sibling of the JEM7V7. This one is painted in black with some parts of hardware painted in fluorescent green. On the other side, 7V7 is white with golden hardware. This bad boy is loaded with a set of DiMarzio Blaze pickups in H/S/H configuration. Behind them Ibanez installs a trusty Edge double locking tremolo bridge. Neck is made of five pieces of walnut and maple. It`s bolted to the body and equipped with Wizard contour. 24-fret fingerboard is made of rosewood and it sports green dot inlays. For more info check UV70P detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
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Iron Label
Iron Label is a newly introduced series of electric guitars in Ibanez catalog. It offers stripped down variants of RG and S series models in combination with some interesting hardware and pickup options. Simplicity in design and straightforward use were the top priorities for this series. There are no unnecessary appointments on these models in order to shed the price as low as possible and to retain simplicity. Iron Label series kicks off with seven models, five from the RG series and 2 from the S lines. RG models are: RGIR20E, RGIR20FE, RGIR27E, RGIR27FE and RGIR28FE. S series donates SIR70FD and SIR27FD.
Ibanez RGIR20E is the first of seven Iron label models to be reviewed in this article and it opens the series with Spartan styling and corresponding ferocity. This solid-bodied double-cut guitar is made of basswood and it`s paired with a bolted maple/bubinga neck. Bolt on construction is inherited from the RG series, along with the flat top of the body and characteristic pointy headstock. EMG81 is in the bridge, and it`s accompanied by EMG60, forming one of the most iconic metal combos ever. 24-fret fingerboard is made of rosewood and it features no inlays at the front, only side dots. For more info check RGIR20E detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RGIR20FE is the fixed-bridge variant of the RGIR20E reviewed in this article. These two are basically the same, offering six strings, 24 frets and cult EMG combo in the pickups department. EMG82 and EMG60 are the names which, along with 85 put heavy into heavy metal back in the 1980s. RG side of this series offers only master volume knob, killswitch and a three-position blade switch in controls compartment. This one is no exception. Neck is a standard one, it`s made of three pieces of maple and bubinga. It`s bolted to the body and topped with a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. For more info check RGIR20FE detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RGIR27E adds seventh string to the mix, thus creating one of the most potent and deadly seven-stringers in the existence. Roaring EMGs are 707 humbuckers in both the bridge and neck positions. Master volume, killswitch and three-position blade are all that`s remained in the controls unit after the Iron label treatment. Body of this model is solid, double-cut and made of basswood. RG genes are also visible in neck area. It`s made of three pieces of wood, it`s bolted and equipped with Nitro Wizard contour in the back. On it`s top Ibanez installs a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. For more info check RGIR27E detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
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Ibanez RGIR27FE is made for all metalheads who like active pickups, RG styling and fixed bridges. Solid, double-cut body is made of basswood and it`s equipped with standard creme binding around the edges. Flat on top and available only in glossy black, this juggernaut wreaks havoc with every pick, tap and slide up and down the fingerboard. Pickups are EMG 707 active humbuckers and they come with a standard controls unit. Three-piece neck is made of maple and bubinga and it`s topped with a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. For more info check RGIR27FE detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RGIR28FE is the king of the hill in the Iron Label series, for it rocks eight strings, instead of standard six. It`s made for players with serious chops and taste in extreme metal. It`s neat and dark styling combines the RG body with Spartan looks and black magic. Basswood is used for the body, as it is on other four RG-derived Iron Label models. EMG 808 humbuckers installed in both the bridge and neck positions have enough power to cause a minor earthquake. 24-fret fingerboard is made of rosewood and has no position inlays. For more info check RGIR28FE detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez SIR70FD is one of two S series models introduced along with RG-based guitars. It comes with a stripped down rendition of the S series double cut body made of mahogany. S series models are equipped with carved tops, passive pickups and different body materials. Bridge section on this model is Gibraltar Standard with seven saddles. Tone Zone humbucker is in the bridge, True Velvet single in the middle and Air Norton in the neck position. Three-piece maple/bubinga neck is also present on S series-derived models of the Iron Label series. 24 frets on the rosewood fingerboard only have side dot markers. For more info check SIR70FD detail page on our site, or on Ibanez detail page.
Ibanez SIR27FD is the second S model in the Iron Label series and it`s the last one, for now. It comes with a solid, carved mahogany body with double cutaway and bolt-on neck joint. Mahogany body is paired with a three-piece maple/bubinga neck through a four-bolt joint. DiMarzio PAF7 humbuckers are featured in both the bridge and neck positions. Master volume, master tone and a five-position blade switch complete the electronics department. 24-fret fingerboard is made of rosewood and it features 1.89" wide string nut. For more info check SIR27FD detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
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RG Series
Ibanez RG series is one of the most popular and recognizable series of electric guitars ever produced. It is also one of the most populous. RG Prestige contains creme de la RG, followed by the RG Premium. RG Tremolo and RG Fixed share the third place and both cater to the budget-friendly section of the market. Nineteen models were introduced into RG segment: Four into Prestige, two into Premium, seven in the RG Tremolo, four in RG Fixed, one in GRG and one in RGD. RG3250MZ, RG2627ZE, RG3520ZE and RG2228M have reinforced the Prestige series, while the RG950QM and RG927QMF have been introduced into the Premium line. RG470FM, RG450DX, RG450DXB, RG450DXBL, RG450M, RG550XH and RG7420 are new RG Tremolo models. RG4212QM, RG421, RG7421 and RG8L are new RG Fixed series members. RGD2127FX is situated within the RGD series, while the GRG150 is the new model in the GIO range RG series.
Ibanez RG3250MZ is the first of four RG Prestige novelties reviewed in this text. It comes with a standard, flat, double-cut body made of basswood. Following the RG series standards, it features H/S/H configuration of the pickups. DiMarzio Tone Zone is in the bridge, True Velvet in the middle and Air Norton in the neck. Mater volume, master tone and five-position blade switch comprise the controls. Maple/walnut neck is made of five pieces of wood and it features 24-fret maple fingerboard on top. For more info check RG3250MZ detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RG3520ZE is a brand new resident of the RG`s most exclusive section, the RG Prestige. It comes with Dark Tide Blue and Black color options in combination with high gloss finish. Flat top, contoured back, bolt-on neck joint and deep cutaway found on this model`s body are all hallmarks of RG design. Body itself is made of basswood in it`s entirety. EMG81 is in the bridge and EMG60 in the neck position. Behind them, RG3520ZE features an Edge tremolo bridge. Five-piece neck is made of maple and walnut. On it`s top, 24-fret fingerboard is made of rosewood. For more info check RG3520ZE detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RG2627ZE is a seven-stringed beast made for the most extreme of the metal`s subgenres. It comes with sinister black styling, minimal decorations and deadly tone. Razor sharp body features pointy double cutaway design and bolt-on joint. It`s made of basswood and it features back contour. EMG707 active humbuckers are backed by Ibanez Edge locking trem. Neck of this seven-stringer is made of five pieces of maple and wenge. 24 jumbo frets are featured on the rosewood fingerboard. For more info check RG2627ZE detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
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Ibanez RG2228M is one of two eight string guitars introduced at 2013 NAMM show this January. It comes clad in white with contrasting black hardware. Regular RG body has all of the standard attributes, it`s double-cut, flat on top and has bolt-on neck joint. Body of RG2228M is made of basswood. It`s paired with a five-piece maple/wenge neck with 24-fret maple fingerboard on it`s top. Pickups on RG2228M are EMG 808 active humbuckers. Master volume, master tone and a three-position blade switch complete the controls unit. For more info check RG2228M detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RG950QM is one of two models introduced into the RG Premium series for 2013. It comes with a solid, double-cut body made of basswood back and quilted maple top. Usually, RG models don`t have top wood covers, nor they feature binding around the top. Neck on this model is made of five pieces of maple and walnut. DiMarzio IBZ pickups are installed in H/S/H pattern, standard for RG series. Bridge is Ibanez Edge tremolo system. For more info check RG950QM detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RG927QMF is the only seven-string guitar introduced into the RG Premium series and it is one of the best looking extended range guitars on the market. Basswood body is covered with a quilted maple top with creme binding around the edges. DiMarzio IBZ-7 humbuckers are featured in both the bridge and neck positions. Neck is made of five pieces of maple and walnut and it`s topped with a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. Black hardware adn 25-1/2" scale complete the specs list. For more info check RG927QMF detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RG470FM is the first of seven models introduced into the RG Tremolo series. It features the standard basswood body with flamed maple veneer on top. Creme binding is applied for both the Trans Gray Burst and Trans Red Burst color schemes. Infinity pickups are installed in H/S/H pattern and have standard RG controls unit. Three-piece Wizard neck is bolted to the body and topped with a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. For more info check RG470FM detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
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Ibanez RG450DX is the successor of the famous RG350DX and it brings roughly the same specs list with a bit refreshed appearance and higher quality of build. Standard basswood body is flat on top, contoured in back and equipped with a deep cutaway. Three-piece maple neck is attached with a four-bolt joint and sports the super fast Wizard contour in the back. Standard 24-fret fingerboard is made of rosewood. Infinity set of pickups features H/S/H configuration. Edge tremolo and Ibanez tuners complete the list. For more info check RG450DX detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RG450DXB is practically the white-colored variant of the RG450DX. Their specs are pretty much identical. White color of the body, white binding around the neck, black hardware and characteristic white pickguard make this one almost impossible to tell from RG350DX. Basswood body is paired with a three-piece maple neck with Wizard contour. Infinity series pickups drive this shred machine. Edge double-locking tremolo is paired with Ibanez tuners. For more info check RG450DXB detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
RG450DXBL is 450DXB made for left-handed players. It comes with the same basswood body with flat top and bolt-on neck joint. Infinity humbuckers are placed in bridge and neck positions, while the Infinity single coil is in the middle. Edge tremolo bridge is in the back and it features the locking nut on the fingerboard. Maple neck is made of three pieces of wood and it sports the Wizard contour in the back. Rosewood fingerboard on it`s top has 24 jumbo frets with sharktooth inlays. For more info check RG450DXBL detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RG450M is another 450 class guitar, but this one comes with a maple fingerboard, instead of RG standard rosewood. 24 jumbo frets on this one are marked with classic black dots. Three-piece maple neck beneath this fingerboard features Wizard contour and bolt-on joint. Basswood body is flat, solid and double-cut. It features only a black pickguard on top. Infinity pickups again come in H/S/H pattern and are followed by a standard controls unit. For more info check RG450M detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RG550XH is probably the most interesting model introduced into the RG tremolo series. It has the staggering 30 frets, instead of the standard 24. Due to this remarkable feature, it`s pickups unit is restricted to a bridge humbucker and neck single coil pickup. Lower cutaway of the basswood body is extra deep, to allow the access to the extra frets. Neck beneath the 30-fret fingerboard is made of three pieces of maple. For more info check RG550XH detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RG7420 is the only new seven-string model in the RG Tremolo series. It features the standard specs list, which includes a solid, double-cut basswood body, bolt-on joint with four bolts, flat-top body and AH-7 pickups. Neck is made of three pieces of maple and it`s equipped with seven-string variant of the Wizard contour. 24-fret fingerboard is made of rosewood and decorated with dot inlays. For more info check RG7420 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RG421QM is one of four RG Fixed series updates unveiled at Ibanez booth at 2013 NAMM show. It comes with a solid mahogany body with quilted maple top, a combo known from the upper classes of the market. It`s paired with a standard three-piece maple neck with Wizard contour in the back. Infinity humbuckers are found on this model. Versatile, strong and with great sustain, these pickups are bound to deliver on all fronts. Behimd them Ibanez installs a fixed bridge. 24-fret fingerboard is made of rosewood. For more info check RG421QM detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RG421 is the same as the RG421QM, only without the quilted maple top. Solid, double-cut mahogany body is flat on top and it comes with two distinct transparent color finishes. Infinity pickups come in H/H pattern for RG421 line and are backed up by a stable and sturdy Ibanez fixed bridge with six saddles. Maple neck is made of three pieces of wood and it features 24-fret rosewood fingerboard on top. For more info check RG421 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RG7421 is the fixed-bridge variant of the RG7420 introduced into the RG Tremolo series. This one comes with a solid, double-cut basswood body and a three-piece bolted maple neck. In front of the fixed bridge Ibanez installs a pair of AH-7 pickups. Master volume, master tone and a three-position switch complete the controls unit. This model is also equipped with a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. For more info check RG7421 detail page on our site or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RG8L is the eight-stringer made for left-handed players and it is situated within the RG Fixed series. It has a standard double-cut basswood body with flat top and deep cutaway. Three-piece maple neck is the standard for both RG Tremolo and RG Fixed series, but this one is equipped with a five-piece maple/walnut neck. Rosewood fingerboard has 24 jumbo frets with dot inlays. IBZ-8 pickups are installed in H/H pattern and are followed by the standard controls unit. For more info check RG8L detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez GRG150 is the new main battle axe in the budget friendly GRG segment of the catalog. It is made for the beginners and players who are looking for the most affordable guitar, but still want a good bang for the buck. It comes with a solid, double-cut body made of basswood. Black pickguard covers the top of the body. Bolted maple neck has GRG contour and it`s topped with a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. Ibanez PSND pickups come in H/S/H pattern. For more info check GRG150 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez RGD2127FX is the only model introduced into the fairly young RGD series. It deals with the down-tuned RG guitars. Standard six-stringers are tuned in D standard, while the seven-stringers, including this one, feature A tuning. Solid and double-cut body is made of basswood and it`s paired with a bolted five-piece neck made of maple and wenge. On it`s top, there`s a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. V87 humbucker is in the bridge and V77 in the neck position. Master volume and a three-way toggle pickup switch complete the controls unit. For more info check RGD2127FX detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
S Series
S series was introduced some quarter century ago and it is, along with RG, the most important line of electric guitars in the catalog. It offers a bit different approach to design and tone than RG. S models are elegant, have carved tops and are usually made of mahogany. Necks are bolted, as on RG models and also feature Wizard contours in the back. As big, as it is, it is still smaller than the RG and accordingly, only six models were introduced into it at this year`s NAMM show. S5470F and S5427 reinforce the S Prestige series, while the S420, S571, S7421 and S8 refresh the regular S series.
Ibanez S5470F is one of two novelties from the RG Prestige series and it comes with a solid, double-cut mahogany body with flamed maple top. ZR double-locking tremolo is installed on the top and it`s fronted with a set of Ibanez passive pickups. Standard controls unit includes master volume, master tone and a five-position blade switch. Neck on this model is made of five pieces of maple and walnut and it`s equipped with a standard Wizard contour. 24-fret fingerboard is made of rosewood. For more info check S5470F detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez S5427 is the only seven-stringer reinforcing the exclusive S Prestige series this time. Body of this model is solid, double-cut and sports a contoured top. It`s made entirely of mahogany and it`s paired with a five-piece maple/wenge neck. Neck joint is a four-bolt joint. 24-fret fingerboard on top of the neck is made of rosewood. V87 humbucker is installed in the bridge and V77 in the neck position. Bridge behind the pickups is ZR double-locking tremolo. For more info check S5427 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez S420 is the new standard for the S series, as it comes with a solid, double-cut body made entirely of mahogany. It is equipped with a contoured top, bolt-on neck joint and deep cutaway. Three-piece neck is made of maple and it sports a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. Wizard contour is found in the back. Infinity humbuckers are featured in both the bridge and neck positions. ZR bridge takes care of the tuning and stability. Black and Blackberry Sunburst are available color schemes for this one. For more info check S420 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
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Ibanez S571DXQM is a fixed-bridge novelty introduced at 2013 NAMM show. It is one of three guitars with fixed bridges reinforcing the S series lines. Mahogany body on this one is topped with an attractive quilted maple veneer. Gibraltar is the name of the bridge. In it`s front Ibanez installs a set of three Infinity pickups. Humbuckers are in bridge and neck positions and single is in the middle. Maple neck has Wizard contour in the back and 24-fret rosewood fingerboard on top. For more info check S571DXQM detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez S7421 comes with seven-string construction and it kicks off with a solid, double-cut mahogany body. There`s no top wood cover on this beast. It`s lean, mean, simple and deadly. Ibanez AH-7 humbuckers drive the tone to unheard-of extremities, while still being able to handle mild passages and clean intros. Maple neck is made of three pieces of wood and topped with a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. For more info check S7421 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez detail page.
Ibanez S8 is made for players who want to explore sonic possibilities beyond the realms of six and seven string guitars. This one is made with a solid, double-cut body and bolted neck. Mahogany is used for the body and maple/walnut combo for the neck. Neck is made of five pieces of wood and it`s topped with a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. IBZ-8 humbuckers are installed on top of the body and are backed up by a standard controls unit. Bridge is a Gibraltar with eight saddles. For more info check S8 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
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Iceman and FR
Iceman was the first original contour made by Ibanez and it had it`s debut back in 1970s. Despite it`s radical design and some high quality features, it was run over by numerous Strat, Tele and LP replicas made by Ibanez. Over the course of time, it faded and eventually fell out of the roster. Couple of years ago, Ibanez decided to rejuvenate and reintroduce the famous Iceman. It kicked off with a big blast and it`s still standing strong. Current lineup is not very wide, but for 2013 it`s being updated with three new models: IC500, IC500B and IC507. FR series offers affordable single-cut guitars made in the image of the cult Telecaster. The only update this series received is FR320.
Ibanez IC500 is the first of three models introduced into the Iceman series and it represents the new standard model of the line. It has a characteristic Iceman body made of mahogany and a set-in mahogany/maple neck. Gibraltar bridge is featured on top of the body and it`s fronted by a pair of DiMarzio`s D-Activator humbuckers. Master volume, master tone and three-way switch comprise the controls. 24-fret fingerboard replaces the 22-fret fingerboard from previous Iceman models. For more info check IC500 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez IC500B is practically the same model as the IC500, with the only difference being the color scheme used. IC500 is black and IC500B is white. They also have contrasting binding around the top and that`s where differences stop. IC500B has a solid mahogany body with flat top and set in neck joint. DiMarzio D-Activator humbuckers are installed in front of the Gibraltar bridge with six adjustable saddles. Mahogany/maple neck is made of three pieces of wood and it`s topped with a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. For more info check IC500B detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
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Ibanez IC507 is the seven-string variant of the IC500, which is the new standard model of the series. It comes with a standard flat mahogany body and maple/mahogany neck. Neck is set in and topped with a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. Pickups are still DiMarzio D-Activators. Master volume, master tone and a three-way toggle switch are featured in controls unit. Behind the pickups Ibanez installs a Gibraltar bridge with seven saddles. For more info check IC507 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez FR320 replaces the old FR320 and becomes the flagship model of the series. It features a single-cut body with modern take on Telecaster design. Body is flat on top and made of mahogany. It`s paired with a three-piece maple neck with Wizard contour in the back. CCR humbuckers are installed on top of the flat body and are followed by a simple controls unit. Bridge is Tight-End with six saddles and chrome plating. For more info check FR320 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
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Hollow Body Guitars
Hollow Body Guitar segment of the catalog deals with fully hollow jazz guitars, as well as with semi-hollow jazz and rock guitars. Signature line of Pat Metheny has been updated with two models, PM200 and PM2. These are the only signature series updates from NAMM 2013. Artstar is a brand new series and it features models based upon the actual iconic jazz guitars from the past. AF155, AF151 and AS153 comprise the first lineup of this magnificent series. Artcore Expressionist is also a brand new series introduced under the Artcore banner. It`s models include AFJ95, AFJ91, AFJ957 and AF95TDG. Artcore series receives six novelties: AFS75T, AGR63T, ASR70, AS73, AS7412 and AM73B.
Ibanez PM200 is a traditional jazz guitar made for Pat Metheny. It comes with a full-sized and single-cut body made entirely of maple. Maple is the main body wood for jazz guitars and Pat`s series models are no exception. Hollow body is arched on top and equipped with Gotoh bridge with wooden base. In it`s front, there`s a neck-position active humbucker with master volume and master tone knobs. Mahogany neck is set in and topped with a 22-fret ebony fingerboard. For more info check PM200 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez PM2 is the second Pat Metheny signature model introduced at 2013 NAMM show. It comes with fully hollow single-cut body made of maple. Arched top is decorated with fancy binding and a pair of "f" holes. Traditional bridge with wooden base and trapezoid tailpiece are featured. In the front Ibanez installs a Super 58 Custom humbucker in neck position. Neck is made of three pieces of mahogany and maple and it`s set in. 22 frets on the ebony fingerboard are medium-sized for more info check PM2 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez AF155 is a traditional jazz guitar with fully hollow body made of flamed maple in it`s entirety. Top is arched and bound in creme binding. It also feature flamed maple pickguard. ART bridge is backed with a trapezoid tailpiece. Super 58 Custom humbuckers are featured in the front. Separate volume and tone knobs comprise the controls unit. Mahogany/maple neck is made of three pieces of wood and it`s topped with a 20-fret ebony fingerboard. For more info check AF155 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez AF151 is very similar to AF155 and it also comes with a hollow and single-cut body made completely of flamed maple. Super luxurious features include arched top, creme binding, "f" holes and flamed maple pickguard. ART bridge is fronted by a Super 58 Custom humucker in the neck position. Mahogany/maple neck is made of three pieces and it features a 20-fret fingerboard made of ebony on it`s top. For more info check AF151 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez AS153 is a semi-hollow bodied guitar with double-cut body made completely of flamed maple. Similar to two previous models, it features bound and arched top, "f" holes and a flame maple pickguard. ART-1 bridge has a stoptail bar in the back and a pair of Super 58 Custom humbuckers in the front. Three-piece neck is made of mahogany and maple and it`s set in. Fingerboard is made of ebony and it features 22 medium frets. For more info check AS153 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
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Ibanez AFJ95 opens the string of four instruments introduced into the brand new Artcore Expressionist series. Body of this model is fully hollow, single cut and features arched top. Back and sides of this vintage-styled jazz guitar are made of flamed maple and the arched top is made of spruce. ART-W bridge is backed by a trapezoid tailpiece and fronted by a pair of Super 58 Custom humbuckers. Standard controls unit includes split volume and tone knobs with a three-way toggle pickup switch. Three-piece mahogany/maple neck is topped with a 20-fret rosewood fingerboard. For more info check AFJ95 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez AFJ91 is pretty similar to AFJ95, with the main difference being the pickups count. 95 has two active humbuckers, while the 91 has only the neck pickup with master volume and master tone knobs. ART-W bridge is in the back and it`s supported by a trapezoid tailpiece. Mahogany/maple neck is topped with a 20-fret rosewood fingerboard. For more info check AFJ91 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez AFJ957 is the only seven-stringed jazz guitar introduced into the catalog at this year`s NAMM show. It is basically the seven-string variant of the AFJ95 model, which also made it`s debut at the NAMM show. Maple back and sides of this hollow-bodied guitar are paired with an arched spruce top. ART-W bridge is backed up by a trapezoid tailpiece and is fronted by a pair of ACH7 pickups. Neck is made of mahogany and maple and it`s topped with a 20-fret rosewood fingerboard. For more info check AFJ957 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez AF95TDG model is a gorgeous vintage-styled jazz guitar made with traditional jazz guitar players in mind. It features super sweet body made completely of flamed maple. Arched top is bound and equipped with bound "f" holes. Super 59 Custom humbuckers are installed in front of the ART-2 bridge with roller tailpiece. Three-piece neck is made of mahogany and maple and it`s topped with a 20-fret rosewood fingerboard. For more info check AFJ95TDG detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez AFS75T is a fully hollow guitar with arched top and set in neck joint. It is made of maple top, back and sides. Neck is made of mahogany and it features the famous Artcore contour in the back. On top of the body Ibanez installs ART-2 Roller bridge, which is Ibanez response to Bigsby vibrato bridges. AFS75T in it`s 2013 incarnation brings a thin body contour. Fingerboard is made of rosewood and it features 22 medium frets. For more info check AFS75T detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez AGR63T is a hollow bodied guitar made with an arched top, set in neck joint and single cutaway. Body is made of maple. Back, sides and top are made of it. Art-2 Roller bridge with wooden base is featured on the top and it`s fronted with a pair of ACH humbuckers with split volume and tone controls. Pickup switch is a three-way toggle. Neck is made of mahogany and it`s topped with a 22-fret rosewood fingerboard. For more info check AGR63T detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez ASR70 is one special model that`s made it into the Artcore lines at NAMM 2013. It features a super thin body with arched top, fully hollow construction and set neck joint. It is made with solid guitar players in mind, for it features super thin contour and extra comfortable neck with 22 medium frets on it. P-90 pickups in Ibanez version are named ACH-DS1 and ACH-DS2. They have standard split set of control knobs. Mahogany neck is set and topped with a bound rosewood fingerboard. For more info check ASR70 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez AS73 is a semi-acoustic guitar with center block on which the pickups are mounted. It`s thin body is made of maple back, sides and top. Top is arched, bound and decorated with a pair of "f" holes. ART-1 bridge is backed with a stoptail bar. In it`s front, Ibanez installs ACH2 bridge humbucker and ACH1 neck humbucker. They have split control knobs and a three-way toggle pickup switch. Mahogany neck is set and topped with a 22-fret bound rosewood fingerboard. For more info check AS73 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez AS7312 is the 12-string variant of the previously reviewed AS73 model. These two made the joint debut at the NAMM 2013 in Anaheim, Ca. The same semi-acoustic body is made of maple and equipped with a center block, on which the pickups are mounted. Top is arched, bound and equipped with a pair of "f" holes. ACH humbuckers are installed in both the bridge and neck positions. Neck is made of three pieces of mahogany and maple. On it`s top Ibanez installs a 22-fret rosewood fingerboard. For more info check AS7312 detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
Ibanez AM73B is made with rock guitarists in mind. It features thin body contour, slightly arched top and super comfortable neck. Body of this model is made of maple back, top and sides. Sunburst Red Flat adn Tobacco Flat are color schemes available for this model. ACH humbuckers with open coil design are featured in front of the ART-1 bridge combo. Neck is made of mahogany and it features Artcore contour in the back. On it`s top Ibanez installs a 22-fret rosewood fingerboard. For more info check AM73B detail page on our site, or on Ibanez official web page.
