Ibanez MGFM10-OBL (Obsidian Black Low Gloss) [Manuel Gardner Fernandes Model]

Manuel Gardner Fernandes Signature Model

Manuel Gardner Fernandes Signature Model, a rising guitarist from Germany.


◆Ergonomic body design
It features contouring and cuts throughout to accommodate various playing styles.
Its complex yet refined design promises the best possible playability.

◆Compact and light-weight, yet resonant body
Despite having a solid body, it's surprisingly lightweight and compact.
However, it doesn't lose its rich, warm, woody tone.

◆Quilted Maple top Nyatoh body
The body is made of Nyatoh wood, which has excellent characteristics in the rich mid-to-low frequency range.
The body top and the body sides/back are painted in different colors, and a low-gloss finish is applied to create a luxurious feel.
This body color finish is a testament to Manuel's meticulous attention to detail, aiming to create a classic yet modern atmosphere.

◆Parallel Wizard 3pc Roasted Maple/Bubinga neck
The Parallel Wizard neck maintains a consistent 19mm neck thickness throughout its entire length.
This provides surprisingly easy fingering and playability for players who hold their guitars at a high position.
Furthermore, the 3-piece construction of roasted maple and bubinga provides excellent stability and durability.

◆Slanted frets
All frets are evenly sloped at an 8-degree angle. Many modern players tend to hold their guitars high to perform advanced and complex techniques such as tapping, fingerstyle, and slap. When held high, the four fingers pressing down on the strings naturally tilt slightly inward. The frets are sloped to fit this, allowing for a more natural playing feel.
This is one of Mr. Manuel's favorite points as well.

◆ "Q58" HH pickups
The "Q58" humbucker pickup, developed specifically for the Q series, is configured in an HH configuration.
Designed to provide a well-balanced sound across all frequencies, it's easy to shape your sound with effects pedals and other equipment. The low frequencies are powerful and clear, while the high frequencies are clear yet mellow. Furthermore, its low noise makes it perfectly compatible with both digital and analog effects pedals.
This is the first Q series model to feature a gold-colored metal cover, giving it a glamorous look.
Furthermore, a gold-colored anodized pickguard is used to create a sense of unity.

◆dyna-MIX10 switching system with Alter Switch
With a single flick of a mini-switch, you can easily switch between humbucker and single-coil modes, offering 10 different sound variations.
In Power Tap mode, a special wiring technique is employed that taps one coil while enhancing the low-frequency range of the other coil, resulting in a clear high-frequency range and a thick, well-defined sound that cannot be achieved with simple tapping.
This switching system is ideal for modern guitar players who need to perform multiple roles with limited equipment.

◆Custom string lock
The Custom String Lock developed by Ibanez has a simple, integrated design.
It offers excellent durability, and string replacement is easy. Furthermore, it doesn't require special strings; you can use your favorite gauge and brand of strings.
This is the first Q series model to feature gold-colored parts, giving it a glamorous look.

◆Mono - Tune bridges
The wide range of intonation adjustments makes it easy to set down tunings of one whole tone or even further. String height adjustment is also simple. By minimizing the number of parts that make up the saddle, a natural sound that allows the guitar's body to resonate to its fullest potential is achieved.
This is the first Q series model to feature gold-colored parts, giving it a glamorous look.

*The image is a sample. Due to the nature of the product, the wood grain and color will vary from one item to another.


[Manuel Gardner Fernandes]
A guitarist from Germany.

He started playing guitar at the age of three, and while primarily influenced by metal bands, he combined various musical genres to establish his own unique playing style based on percussive techniques such as dead notes and hard strumming.

Along with his broad interest in music, his passion for the guitar continued even after entering university. Inspired by famous guitarists such as Matheus Asato, Guthrie Govan, David Gilmour, and Allan Holdsworth, he explored many musical genres including soul, country, funk, jazz, and fusion.

Currently, he is actively involved in the progressive metal band "UNPROCESSED" and his own social media activities, making him a promising up-and-coming guitarist poised to lead the next generation.

Different
Neck Type Parallel Wizard 3pc Roasted Maple/Bubinga neck
Body Quilted Maple top / Nyatoh body
Fretboard Roasted Birdseye Maple fretboard w/Mother of Pearl Step off-set dot inlay & Luminescent side dot inlay
Fret Jambo Stainless Steel frets
Machine head Ibanez Custom String Lock
Bridge Ibanez Mono Tune bridge
Neck Pickup Q58 (H) neck pickup
Bridge Pickup Q58 (H) bridge pickup
Controls, Pickup selector 1 Volume, 1 Tone, 5-way lever switch
Other Switches dyna-MIX10 switching system w/Alter Switch
Hardware Color: Gold
String Gauge .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046 (D'Addario EXL110)

Neck Dimensions
Scale 648mm/25.5
Width at Nut: 42mm
Width at Last Fret: 57mm
Thickness at 1st 19mm
Thickness at 12th 19mm
Radius 508mmR

Gig bag included