{"product_id":"841155","title":"Ibanez Ikebe 50th Anniversary j.custom IKRG85701 (Quilted Maple Top \/ See Through Blue) SN.F2504570","description":"A special J.Custom produced to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Ikebe Musical Instruments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Based on the concept of \"using carefully selected materials and assembled by some of Japan's most skilled craftsmen, always pursuing high playability and superior sound,\" 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. This time, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Ikebe Musical Instruments, a special edition j.Custom has been produced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The basic specifications of this model, \"IKRG85701,\" are based on the j.Custom model \"RG8570,\" which has an HSH pickup layout. However, it was ordered with specifications not found in the regular lineup, such as the top wood, resulting in a special model befitting an anniversary edition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The body top features quilted maple painted in a see-through blue color, resulting in a look where the vibrant blue color stands out against the beautiful grain of the quilted maple.\u003cbr\u003e The body back, which is paired with the top, is made of mahogany, producing a fat sound with rich mid-low frequencies.\u003cbr\u003e Unlike typical side-jack guitars, the woodworking around the jack where the shield cable plug is inserted is carved out from the strap pin direction towards the inside of the body. This design allows the cable to be secured to the strap and routed in a way that prevents it from accidentally coming loose.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The neck material is the same as the base RG8570, a 5-piece neck combining maple and wenge wood, and features an ultra-thin SuperWizard shape that prioritizes playability and thinness, making it ideal for pliers who prefer an extremely light grip.\u003cbr\u003e The fretboard is made of Makassar ebony, a hard wood known for its excellent attack response and distinctive vertical stripes. The fretboard inlays are decorated with the Tree of Life position inlays that symbolize the j.Custom series.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Each position features a different pickup: the neck position has the Air Norton, known for its clear and warm sound; the middle position has the True Velvet, known for its bright and noiseless sound; and the bridge position has the The Tone Zone, which delivers a powerful sound with a well-balanced output from high to low frequencies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The bridge features the Ibanez original \"Edge\" tremolo bridge, which has been used by Joe Satriani and Steve Vai for over 20 years, and boasts a knife-edge pivot structure and a push-in arm. It does not incorporate a zero-point system, prioritizing smooth operation and a natural, resonant sound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The j.Custom's attention to detail is evident in the selection of parts, such as the use of GOTOH machine heads, which are highly regarded by guitarists worldwide for their smooth operation, reliability, and durability, and Switchcraft pipe jacks, which are known for their robust construction and minimal trouble.\u003cbr\u003e Furthermore, the parts are unified with gold hardware, giving it a luxurious look.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e While control knobs are typically recessed into the top surface of the body to improve tremolo arm operation, this model features a design without recessing, allowing for easy replacement with aftermarket control knobs.\u003cbr\u003e While the operability is inferior compared to models with recessed controls, the increased number of compatible control knobs expands your options for swapping them out with your preferred ones, or for situations where you urgently need a replacement knob due to damage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a top-of-the-line Ibanez model, specially produced to commemorate Ikebe's 50th anniversary, and is a strictly limited edition model with only a small number of units produced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e S\/N F2504570\u003cbr\u003e Weight ≈ 3.94kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDifferent\u003cbr\u003e Neck Type RG j.custom Super Wizard 5pc Maple\/Wenge neck\u003cbr\u003e Body Quilted Maple top\/ Mahogany body\u003cbr\u003e Fretboard Bound Macassar Ebony fretboard w\/Tree of life inlay \u0026amp; Luminlay side dots inlay\u003cbr\u003e Fret Jumbo frets w\/ j.custom fret edge treatment\u003cbr\u003e Machine heads Gotoh machine heads\u003cbr\u003e Bridge Edge tremolo bridge\u003cbr\u003e Neck Pickup DiMarzio Air Norton (H) neck pickup\u003cbr\u003e Middle Pickup DiMarzio True Velvet (S) middle pickup\u003cbr\u003e Bridge Pickup DiMarzio The Tone Zone (H) bridge pickup\u003cbr\u003e Controls, Pickup selector 1 Volume, 1 Tone, 5-way lever switch\u003cbr\u003e Hardware Color: Gold\u003cbr\u003e String gauge .009\/.011\/.016\/.024\/.032\/.042 (D'Addario EXL120)\u003cbr\u003e Strap Lock Gotoh Strap lock pins\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Neck Dimensions\u003cbr\u003e Scale 648mm\/25.5\u003cbr\u003e Width at Nut: 43mm\u003cbr\u003e Width at Last Fret: 58mm\u003cbr\u003e Thickness at 1st 17mm\u003cbr\u003e Thickness at 12th 19mm\u003cbr\u003e Radius 430mmR\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Hard case included","brand":"Ibanez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44319687802993,"sku":"841155","price":3266.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/4173\/0673\/files\/841155_01.jpg?v=1787641658","url":"https:\/\/global.ikebe-gakki.com\/fr\/products\/841155","provider":"Ikebe Musical Instruments Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}