Ibanez - Alpha Series A528 8-String Multi Scale Electric Guitar, Iron Pewter

As its very name, ALPHA, signifies a beginning, this Ibanez series is no exception. The Ibanez Alpha is forged for the modern, cutting-edge guitar player, boasting an array of truly unique and contemporary features. Its ergonomically designed body silhouette and contours deliver an unprecedented, immersive playing experience. The Ibanez Alpha won't just change how you approach playing; it will open completely new horizons for your music.Parallel Wizard AS 5pc Maple/Walnut neckThis Parallel Wizard AS neck has a more rounded shape towards the bass side, while still retaining the even thickness of the 21mm across all positions. This asymmetric shape provides a more comfortable grip and natural feel that makes techniques like sweeping and string skipping much easier. 5pc Maple/Walnut neck material provides tonal clarity and superior attack.Ebony fretboardEbony produces tight lows and mid range with a strong attack in the high end and features a quick response and rich sustain.Jumbo Stainless Steel fretsStainless steel frets boast excellent corrosion resistance. The wide and tall fret-type offers a quick response and effortless articulation when playing chords and clear tone when playing single notes. American Basswood bodyThe American Basswood body delivers a natural and flat tone.Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Alnico / Fluence Modern Humbucker Ceramic pickupsThe Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker pickups provide an aggressive tone and a powerful attack without excess noise.Gotoh MG-T locking machine headsThe Gotoh MG-T locking machine heads achieve incredible tuning stability, cutting down string-changing time.Mono-rail G2 bridgeMono-rail construction transfers string resonance to the body with least interference and provides superb note separation; The innovative Ibanez Mono-rail G2 bridge is also capable for either string-through-body or top-loading string installation.Fishman Fluence Voicing switchThe Voicing switch allows the pickups to switch from a modern, active high output sound to a crisp, clean and fluid sound.Luminescent side dotsThe luminescent side dot position marks make it easy for players to see fretboard position marks when performing on dark stages.Gig bag includedIt comes with Ibanez gig bag which is designed specifically to fit and protect this instrument.Ergonomic Elbow contourThe Alpha's elbow contour is sculpted to a slight scoop shape right at the part where the player's arm touches the body. This design improves the fit between the guitar body and the player's arm, further stabilizes the picking hand.