The RG is the most recognizable and distinctive guitar in the Ibanez line. Three decades of metal have forged this high-performance machine, honing it for both speed and strength. Whether you favor a hardtail (fixed) bridge or Ibanez's industry-leading locking tremolo system, the RG is a precision instrument.

Ibanez has been creating innovations which do not only fit the unique demands of players from that period, but also eventually turn into industrial standards, such as 7 string, 8 string and Multi scale guitars. All these started from Ibanez's attitude to be "Innovative, Cutting-Edge and Pioneer". Axe Design Lab is the series fully represents this attitude.

- Wizard 5pc Maple/Walnut neck:
Ibanez's thin, flat and fast Wizard neck is strong and sturdy and offers unlimited playability for demanding players.

- Macassar Ebony fretboard:
Macassar Ebony produces tight lows and mid range along with strong attack in the highs and quick response with rich sustain.

- Jumbo frets:
Jumbo frets contribute to smooth playability, especially for single-note playing.

- Poplar Burl top / Nyatoh body:
The Poplar Burl top features an exotic wood grain and the Nyatoh body provides a rich mid-low end.

- Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Alnico / Fluence Modern Humbucker Ceramic pickups:
The Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker pickups provide an aggressive tone and a powerful attack without excess noise.

- Gibraltar Standard II bridge:
The Gibraltar Standard II is a simple fixed bridge designed… read more provide optimal transfer of each string's vibration and its smooth surface maximizes playing comfort.

- Fishman Fluence Voicing switch on volume control (push/pull) :
The Voicing switch allows the pickups to switch from a modern, active high output sound to a crisp, clean and fluid sound.

- Coil-tap switch:
The coil tap switch adds sound and tonal variations for both pickups.

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