Ibanez - Q Standard Series QX527B 7-String Electric Guitar, Weathered Black

Are you seeking a guitar that embodies the pinnacle of playability and aesthetic appeal Look no further than the Ibanez RG Prestige RGR752AHBF 7-String Electric Guitar. This instrument is the epitome of the Ibanez legacy, with over three decades of refinement in the realm of metal and rock. Its stylish weathered black finish is not just about looks; it signifies a commitment to providing musicians with an instrument that resonates with individuality and performance.Crafted for speed and precision, the RG Prestige series is renowned for its high-quality construction and innovative design. The Wizard-7 neck, a slim, fast, and durable feature, is constructed from a 5-piece maple/wenge blend, offering unparalleled comfort and playability for both rapid solos and complex chords. The rosewood fretboard adds a smooth, warm tone to the guitar's sound, enhancing its versatility across various musical genres.The Gibraltar Standard II bridge is a testament to Ibanez's attention to detail. This simple yet effective fixed bridge is designed to meld seamlessly with the guitar's body, ensuring maximum vibration transfer for each string. This results in a sustain that is both rich and articulate, allowing every note to be heard clearly. The bridge's smooth surface also maximizes playing comfort, allowing for hours of playing without strain.Equipped with DiMarzio Fusion Edge pickups, developed through a close collaboration between Ibanez and DiMarzio, this guitar delivers a sound that is both powerful and distinctive. The pickups are engineered to produce a crisp, cutting high end and a tight, compressed bottom end, ensuring clarity and punch without any unwanted muddy mid-range.Finally, the Gotoh MG-T locking machine heads are the cherry on top for the discerning guitarist. These tuners provide incredible tuning stability, significantly reducing string-changing time and keeping you in tune throughout the most rigorous playing sessions.The RG Prestige RGR752AHBF 7-String Electric Guitar is a durable, high-quality instrument that stands out for its innovative features and versatile sound. Whether on stage or in the studio, this guitar is designed to elevate your playing experience and help you achieve musical excellence.

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 our industry-leading locking tremolo system, the RG is a precision instrument.PrestigeThere are three principles behind the Ibanez Prestige line: Precision, Performance, and Playability. Prestige combines high-tech manufacturing techniques with old-world Japanese craftsmanship, in order to achieve true innovation in design and construction. The series incorporates ideas and suggestions from musicians from around the world as the cornerstones of the Prestige production process.Wizard 5pc Maple/Wenge neckIbanez's thin, flat and fast Wizard neck is strong and sturdy and offers unlimited playability for demanding players.Rosewood fretboardRosewood fretboard provides a well-balanced solid tone with a focused mid range.Jumbo frets with Prestige fret edge treatmentThe wide and tall fret-type offers a quick response, good articulation when playing chords and clear tone when playing single notes. Prestige Fret Edge Treatment guarantees effortlessly fast playing.Ash bodyThe Ash body delivers a pleasant brightness and rich sustain. DiMarzio PAF 7 pickupsThe DiMarzio PAF7 pickups produce a sound that's both clean and open on the low notes and warm and rounded on the highs.Gotoh MG-T locking machine headsThe Gotoh MG-T locking machine heads achieve incredible tuning stability, cutting down string-changing time.Gibraltar Standard III bridgeThe Gibraltar Standard III bridge, featuring a redesigned baseplate and saddles, offers enhanced playing comfort while ensuring optimal string vibration transfer.Hardshell case includedIbanez Hardshell case gives extreme protection for your beloved instrument.

With new developments in instrument technology, the prominence of more technical playing styles, and players' desire for lighter, more portable instruments, today's headless guitars are pushing far beyond designs of the past. However, even with all these advancements, Ibanez still saw an exciting opportunity in this space. The Q or Quest series is an entirely new concept for Ibanez. The "Quest" in this case was to not just to adapt an existing instrument into a headless design, but to develop an entirely new guitar from the ground up. This range features a number of unique elements intended to maximize tone, performance, and playing comfort. These include, custom designed R1 single coil and Q58 humbucker pickups, a new Mono-Tune bridge, and a proprietary custom string locking mechanism. The QX subseries is also equipped with innovative 8-degree inward slanted frets, uniquely tailoring their ergonomics to the benefit of highly technical players. Ultimately, this series offers a diverse and versatile enough feature set to attract not only the modern, technical guitarist, but also players who may have never even considered a headless guitar before. Regardless of genre, Q (Quest) allows guitarists of every background to question the full scope of their creative possibilities.Parallel Wizard 3pc Roasted Maple/Bubinga neckThe Parallel Wizard neck is 19mm thick all the way through the entire length. It provides an amazing fretting-hand experience for the players who prefer their instrument held in a higher playing position. The 3pc Roasted Maple/Bubinga construction also offers excellent stability and long-term durability.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.Okoume bodyThe Okoume body provides a bright and solid sound.Q58 H-H pickupsQ58 pickups are designed specifically for use in headless guitars. They provide a clearly defined sound, facilitating excellent tonal balance through all frequencies. The lows are powerful without being muddy, and the highs are bright and clear, but never harsh. As a result, every single note within the chord structure is well defined, and clearly audible. These pickups, with their tonal balance, and extremely low noise performance, work extremely well with both digital and analog effects.Custom string lockThis custom string lock is one-piece unit that features very simple construction. This means the hardware requires less maintenance, is highly durable, and allows for very easy string changes. Additionally, no proprietary string is required, so you can continue to use your favorite gauge and brand.Mono-Tune bridgesThe Mono-Tune bridges offer a wide intonation range so that you can easily set the instrument up for tuning down a whole step or even further. The string height is also easily adjustable, and each saddle generally has less material, which leads to more natural and organic tone.dyna-MIX10 switching system with Alter SwitchThe dyna-MIX 10 offers ten sound variations and can easily switch from humbucker and single coil modes with the mini switch. The power Tap mode provides a realistic single coil sound despite its two humbucker pickup layout.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.