Ibanez Ikebe 50th Anniversary j-custom IKRG50TH Buckeye Burl (Smoke Reisn) SN.A25307

The ultimate RG, created to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Ikebe Musical Instruments.

The Ibanez j.custom series, the pinnacle of Ibanez guitars, has captivated many guitarists with its high precision made in Japan and beautifully crafted details!
It is precisely because j.custom is a custom guitar that it can produce a guitar that meets the diverse styles, tastes, and demands of modern guitarists. Ibanez's passion and numerous ideas, combined with the skills of master builders who have been intimately familiar with j.custom since its inception, result in a j.custom that is truly unique.
To commemorate the 50th anniversary of Ikebe Musical Instruments, they have created a truly wonderful model for us!

☆Buckeye Burl / Reisn body☆
This guitar boasts a stunning body crafted from buckeye burl and resin. Unlike the common style of pouring resin into a top wood, this guitar features a buckeye burl placed within a wooden frame, with resin poured in to create a board similar to the top of a resin table. The body is then crafted from this board.
Compared to pouring resin into a portion of wood, this process uses a large amount of resin, making it an extremely time-consuming process involving temperature control during curing, post-curing processing, and polishing. It is finished by hand by skilled craftsmen.
*Some resin may have inconsistencies or air bubbles inside, but these are normal occurrences due to the manufacturing process.

☆Super Wizard 5pc Maple / Purpleheart neck☆
Featuring an ultra-thin Super Wizard shape, this guitar is ideal for players who prefer an extremely light grip, prioritizing playability and thinness.
This neck is crafted from five pieces of maple and purpleheart wood, with ample consideration given to strength while aiming for a natural sound.
The neck and back feature a Velvetouch finish that feels incredibly comfortable in your hand, just like a guitar that's been played for years.

☆24 frets, ebony fingerboard☆
The use of high-quality ebony for the fretboard contributes to a sound with a moderately fast attack.
The frets are made of Jescar FW57110S, which has an appropriate width and height, and the fret edges are custom spherically shaped, which is essential for a smooth playing feel.
The inlay on the fretboard is the "Tree of Life" inlay, a staple of the J-Custom series, and is made of two types of shell: abalone and mother-of-pearl.
Combined with the jet-black ebony fretboard, it has a truly beautiful finish.

☆DiMarzio Pickup☆
It features black DiMarzio pickups.
Front: DiMarzio Air Norton
Center: DiMarzio True Velvet
Rear: DiMarzio Air Zone

☆Edge Tremolo Bridge☆
Featuring a knife-edge pivot structure and a plug-in arm, the Ibanez original tremolo bridge "Edge" has been a favorite of Joe Satriani and Steve Vai for over 20 years.
We deliberately omitted the Zero Point System, prioritizing smooth operation and a natural, resonant sound.

☆Other☆
The headstock also features buckeye burl, just like the body.
The Ibanez logo is made of mother-of-pearl.
The control panel on the back of the body is made of clear material.

Due to wood availability and other factors, only 6 bottles will be produced in total: 2 of each color (Blue Reisn, Red Reisn, and Smoke Reisn).

Weight ≈ 3.99 kg
Includes wood hard case (W150RG) and certificate of authenticity.

SPEC
Body Material: Buckeye Burl / Resin
Neck Materials: 5pc Maple / Purpleheart
Neck Shape: Super Wizard：17.0mm＊19.0mm @1F＊12F
Scale: 25.5 inches/648 mm, 24 frets
Width @Nut/Last Fret: 43.0＊58.0mm @0F＊24F
Thickness: 17.0mm at 1F/19.0mm at 12F
Radius: 430mmR
Fingerboard: Ebony
Fret Wire: Jescar FW57110S
Position Inlays: TREE OF LIFE 2006
Neck Pickup: DiMarzio/Air Norton
Middle PU: DiMarzio/True Velvet
Bridge PU: DiMarzio/Tone Zone
Bridge: Edge
HW Color: Gold