Ibanez Q54-BKF [SPOT MODEL] [Special Price]

Brand new, slightly damaged, super special price!

Introducing the completely new headless guitar, the Q (Quest) series!

Entirely New Headless Experience - Q (QUEST) Series

The establishment of technically-driven playing styles, advancements in instrument-making technology, and the ever-growing demand for lightweight, portable guitars have all contributed to the creation of numerous headless guitars, some of which far surpass classical guitar designs.

However, even amidst these advancements, Ibanez believed there was still more potential in this field. And the Q (Quest) series is Ibanez's new headless guitar option. This was not about converting existing models to headless or assembling them with headless parts, but rather a new quest to develop an entirely new guitar from scratch.

We study the playing styles of various players and pursue uniqueness and originality in every aspect, from parts such as pickups, bridges, and string locks to the body design. The result is the Q, a headless guitar that satisfies the insatiable curiosity of guitarists who continue to explore their own possibilities regardless of genre.

Features:
Ergonomic body design
Featuring contouring and cutouts throughout to accommodate various playing styles, this guitar boasts a complex yet refined design that promises superior playability.

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

Nyatoh body
The body is made of Nyatoh wood, which has excellent characteristics in the rich mid-low frequency range.

Wizard C 3pc Roasted Maple/Bubinga neck
The neck has a standard shape that is neither too thick nor too thin, making it suitable for a variety of playing styles.
The three-piece construction of roasted maple and bubinga wood provides excellent stability and durability.

Roasted Birdseye Maple fretboard
The fretboard is made of roasted birdseye maple, which is birdseye maple with a unique pattern resembling a bird's eye, that has been heat-treated. The heat treatment process removes excess moisture and oil from the wood, increasing its strength.

Jumbo Stainless Steel Frets
It features jumbo-sized stainless steel frets. These frets offer excellent maintainability, a quick attack, clear note separation in chord playing, and a clear sound in single note playing.

"R1" and "Q58" SSH pickups
This pickup features an SSH configuration, combining the "R1" single-coil pickup and the "Q58" humbucker pickup, both designed specifically for the Q series. Both pickups are engineered to provide a well-balanced sound across all frequencies, making them easy to use with effects pedals. The low frequencies are powerful and clear, while the high frequencies are bright and clear without being harsh, resulting in a pleasant sound. Furthermore, its low noise makes it perfectly compatible with both digital and analog effects pedals. Recommended for those who want to enjoy the sounds of both single-coil and humbucker pickups.

dyna-MIX9 switching system with Alter Switch
With a single flick of a mini-switch, you can easily switch between humbucker and single-coil modes, offering nine different sound variations. The neck and center single-coil pickups are wired in series, simulating the sound of a 24-fret neck humbucker. This switching system is ideal for modern guitar players who need to perform multiple roles with limited equipment.

Custom cord lock
Ibanez's newly developed Custom String Lock features a simple, integrated design. It offers excellent durability and makes string changes easy. Furthermore, it eliminates the need for special strings, allowing you to use your favorite gauge and brand of strings.

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.

*Due to the nature of the product, the wood grain and color will vary from one item to another.

Neck Type: Wizard C 3pc Roasted Maple/Bubinga neck
Body: Nyatoh body
Fretboard: Roasted Birdseye Maple fretboard w/Mother of Pearl Step off-set dot inlay & Luminescent side dot inlay
Fret: Jumbo Stainless Steel frets
Tuning Machine: Ibanez Custom String Lock
Bridge: Ibanez Mono - Tune bridge
Neck Pickup: R1 (S) neck pickup
Middle Pickup: R1 (S) middle pickup
Bridge Pickup: Q58 (H) bridge pickup
Switch: dyna-MIX9 switching system with Alter Switch
Hardware Color: Cosmo black hardware
String Gauge: .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046 (D'Addario EXL110)

Gig bag included