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Overview

A high-performance machine forged for speed and strength.

The Ibanez RG5121ET Prestige electric guitar is a testament to Ibanez's commitment to pushing the boundaries of guitar design. Born from three decades of metal innovation, the RG series has become synonymous with high-performance instruments, favored by players who demand both power and finesse. The Prestige line elevates this legacy, embodying Ibanez's principles of precision, performance and playability through a unique blend of high-tech manufacturing and traditional Japanese craftsmanship. The RG5121ET stands apart with features like the multi-piece Super Wizard HP neck for lightning-fast playability, Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker pickups for versatile tone and the innovative EverTune bridge system for unparalleled tuning stability. This guitar isn't just about high-speed shredding; it's about delivering a refined playing experience with unparalleled precision and tonal versatility.

Prestige Japanese Craftsmanship for Superior Performance

The RG5121ET is a state-of-the-art instrument built according to the highest standards of old-world Japanese craftsmanship. It's a design that's innovative yet timeless, classic yet cutting-edge. It all begins with the iconic RG silhouette—deep double cutaways and sleek contours with a decidedly hard rock edge. For the RG5121ET, Ibanez opted for an African mahogany body, giving this Prestige entry a rich mid-low end that cuts through the mix while retaining warmth and sustain. Each guitar is assembled with painstaking attention to detail by Japanese luthiers using carefully selected components. It's a stage-ready work of art that marries solid, articulate tone with superior playability.

Super Wizard HP Neck for Lightning-Fast Playability

The Ibanez RG5121ET's 5-piece maple/wenge Super Wizard HP neck is an innovative piece of craftsmanship designed for fast, comfortable playability. Its thin, flat profile facilitates effortless shredding and lightning-quick transitions across the fretboard, allowing high-performance players to execute complex techniques with speed and precision. The Macassar ebony fretboard adds a touch of luxury and provides a crisp, articulate tone with tight lows, a strong midrange and quick response in the highs. It's fitted with corrosion-resistant stainless steel jumbo frets that offer clear articulation and a responsive feel. The Prestige fret edge treatment further enhances the playing experience, ensuring smooth and comfortable transitions across the frets.

Fishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers for Massive Tone

Whether you're looking for an in-your-face high-gain sound or a vintage-inspired voicing, the RG5121ET has you covered. The guitar's Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker ceramic pickups deliver an aggressive, powerful tone with exceptional articulation and minimal noise. These pickups are designed to provide high output and a dynamic response while capturing every nuance of your playing with incredible accuracy, from fleet-fingered pull-offs to full-throttle power chords. The Fishman Fluence Voicing switch allows you to seamlessly transition between a modern, active high-output sound and a crisp, clean and fluid tone, offering unparalleled versatility. This feature effectively gives you two distinct pickup voicings in one, expanding your tonal palette and allowing you to adapt to different musical contexts with ease.

EverTune Bridge for Rock-Solid Tuning Stability

Ibanez's innovative EverTune bridge system ensures that the RG5121ET stays perfectly in tune, no matter how aggressively you play. This groundbreaking technology eliminates the frustration of constant tuning adjustments, allowing you to focus on your performance. Whether you're bending strings, dive-bombing or playing complex chords, the EverTune system keeps your intonation spot-on. Complementing the EverTune bridge are Gotoh machine heads, known for their superior precision, smooth feel and exceptional tuning accuracy. These high-quality components work together to provide rock-solid tuning stability, ensuring that the Ibanez RG5121ET Prestige is always ready to perform, whether you're in the studio or on stage.

Features

  • African Mahogany body for rich, warm tone
  • Super Wizard HP maple/wenge neck for fast playability
  • Macassar ebony fretboard for quick response and rich sustain
  • Jumbo stainless steel frets for clear articulation
  • Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker ceramic pickups for powerful tone
  • Fishman Fluence Voicing switch for an expanded tonal palette
  • EverTune bridge system for unparalleled tuning stability
  • Gotoh machine heads for precise tuning
  • Hardshell case included

Experience the pinnacle of Ibanez performance with the RG5121ET Prestige electric guitar—a precision instrument designed for the modern guitarist.

Specs

RG5121ET Prestige Electric Guitar Specifications:

Body
  • Body shape: Double cutaway
  • Body type: Solid body
  • Body wood: African mahogany
Neck
  • Neck shape: Super Wizard HP
  • Neck wood: 5-piece maple/wenge
  • Scale length: 25.5"
Fingerboard
  • Fingerboard wood: Macassar ebony
  • Radius: 16.9" Frets: Jumbo stainless steel with Prestige fret edge treatment
  • Number of frets: 24
  • Nut width: 1.69"
  • Nut material: Graph Tech BLACK TUSQ XL
Inlays: Luminlay side dots Electronics
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker ceramic
  • Bridge: Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker ceramic
  • Active or passive pickups: Active
  • Control layout: Volume, tone, 3-way pickup selector, Fishman Fluence Voicing switch
Hardware
  • Bridge: EverTune
  • Tuning machines: Gotoh
Other
  • Case: Hardshell
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Strings: 6
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