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Best Ibanez ST Style Guitars 2026

Premium Ibanez st style guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: January 21, 2026 • Next update: January 28, 2026

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SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Blues For Pop For Country For Funk For Indie
BRANDS: Fender Ibanez Harley Benton PRS Jackson Squier Kramer Guitars Suhr ESP Charvel Yamaha Larry Carlton Mooer Schecter Music Man Solar Guitars Cort Evh Sterling by Music Man Xotic Guitars Maybach Friedman
Ibanez RG565R-LB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Ibanez RG565R-LB

by Ibanez
Indie Blues Pop
Key Feature:
• Comfortable body contours
✓ PROS
  • • Classic single-coil brightness
  • • Excellent sustain and playability
✗ CONS
  • • Single-coils can pick up interference
  • • Requires quality amplifier

Ibanez RG565R-LBElectric GuitarBody: Basswood5-piece bolt-on neck: Maple / WalnutFingerboard: RosewoodNeck profile:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 620952
$1,319
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez RG460DX-ROM - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Ibanez RG460DX-ROM

by Ibanez
Blues Country Rock
Key Feature:
• Great for clean and overdriven tones
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent sustain and playability
  • • Versatile 5-way pickup switching
✗ CONS
  • • Electronics may need shielding
  • • May be too bright for heavy metal

Ibanez RG460DX-ROMElectric GuitarBody: MerantiNeck: MapleFingerboard: JatobaFingerboard inlays: White dotNeck profile:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 607018
$615
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez AZ47P2K-DEB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Ibanez AZ47P2K-DEB

by Ibanez
Blues Country Funk
Key Feature:
• Comfortable body contours
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile 5-way pickup switching
  • • Classic single-coil brightness
✗ CONS
  • • Single-coils can pick up interference
  • • String bending can cause tuning issues

Ibanez AZ47P2K-DEBElectric GuitarBody: BasswoodTop: KoaBolt-on neck: Roasted mapleFingerboard: EbonyMother of pearl dot...

⭐ 4.6/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 620911
$1,704
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez S520AH-ABS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Ibanez S520AH-ABS

by Ibanez
Indie Rock Pop
Key Feature:
• Versatile 5-way pickup switching
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile 5-way pickup switching
  • • Classic single-coil brightness
✗ CONS
  • • String bending can cause tuning issues
  • • Electronics may need shielding

Ibanez S520AH-ABSElectric GuitarBody: AshBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodOffset dot fingerboard inlaysNeck...

⭐ 4.5/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 620905
$769
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez SML721-MAM - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Ibanez SML721-MAM

by Ibanez
Pop Blues Funk
Key Feature:
• Great for clean and overdriven tones
✓ PROS
  • • Classic single-coil brightness
  • • Great for clean and overdriven tones
✗ CONS
  • • Single-coils can pick up interference
  • • String bending can cause tuning issues

Ibanez SML721-MAMElectric GuitarBody: NyatohBolt-on 5-Piece neck: Maple/WalnutFingerboard: RosewoodWhite step offset...

⭐ 4.9/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 607107
$1,099
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez RG470FXFM-CS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Ibanez RG470FXFM-CS

by Ibanez
Pop Blues Rock
Key Feature:
• Great for clean and overdriven tones
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile 5-way pickup switching
  • • Comfortable body contours
✗ CONS
  • • May be too bright for heavy metal
  • • Requires quality amplifier

Ibanez RG470FXFM-CSElectric GuitarBody: MerantiTop: Flamed mapleBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: JatobaWhite sharktooth...

⭐ 4.6/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 620886
$659
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez RG565R-EB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Ibanez RG565R-EB

by Ibanez
Rock Country Pop
Key Feature:
• Classic single-coil brightness
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent sustain and playability
  • • Versatile 5-way pickup switching
✗ CONS
  • • Electronics may need shielding
  • • May be too bright for heavy metal

Ibanez RG565R-EBElectric GuitarBody: BasswoodBolt-on 5-Piece neck: Maple/WalnutFingerboard: RosewoodWhite sharktooth...

⭐ 5.0/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 606964
$1,319
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez RGR6BSP-IPT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Ibanez RGR6BSP-IPT

by Ibanez
Indie Pop Blues
Key Feature:
• Comfortable body contours
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile 5-way pickup switching
  • • Excellent sustain and playability
✗ CONS
  • • Requires quality amplifier
  • • May be too bright for heavy metal

Ibanez RGR6BSP-IPTElectric GuitarBody: NyatohBolt-on 5-Piece neck: Maple/WalnutFingerboard: Macassar ebonyLuminescent...

⭐ 4.8/5 (30 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 606978
$1,539
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez RG460DX-BLH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Ibanez RG460DX-BLH

by Ibanez
Country Indie Pop
Key Feature:
• Comfortable body contours
✓ PROS
  • • Classic single-coil brightness
  • • Great for clean and overdriven tones
✗ CONS
  • • String bending can cause tuning issues
  • • May be too bright for heavy metal

Ibanez RG460DX-BLHElectric GuitarBody: MerantiNeck: MapleFingerboard: JatobaFingerboard inlays: White dotNeck profile:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 607012
$582
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez JS1GD - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Ibanez JS1GD

by Ibanez
Country Indie Rock
Key Feature:
• Excellent sustain and playability
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable body contours
  • • Great for clean and overdriven tones
✗ CONS
  • • Requires quality amplifier
  • • Electronics may need shielding

Ibanez JS1GDElectric GuitarJoe Satriani Signature ModelBody: AlderBbolt-on 3-piece neck: Maple / bubingaFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 610247
$6,599
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez AZ22S1F-TKS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Ibanez AZ22S1F-TKS

by Ibanez
Indie Pop Blues
Key Feature:
• Classic single-coil brightness
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable body contours
  • • Classic single-coil brightness
✗ CONS
  • • String bending can cause tuning issues
  • • Single-coils can pick up interference

Ibanez AZ22S1F-TKSElectric GuitarBody: AlderBolt-on neck: Roasted mapleFingerboard: JatobaScale: 648 mm...

⭐ 4.7/5 (38 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 606945
$604
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez GRGR221PA-AQB Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Ibanez GRGR221PA-AQB Bundle

by Ibanez
Rock Country Pop
Key Feature:
• Excellent sustain and playability
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent sustain and playability
  • • Comfortable body contours
✗ CONS
  • • Electronics may need shielding
  • • Requires quality amplifier

Ibanez GRGR221PA-AQB Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Ibanez GRGR221PA-AQB*Electric Guitar*Body: OkoumeTop:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 623082
$325
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez RG450QMB-SPB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Ibanez RG450QMB-SPB

by Ibanez
Country Blues Funk
Key Feature:
• Great for clean and overdriven tones
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable body contours
  • • Versatile 5-way pickup switching
✗ CONS
  • • Requires quality amplifier
  • • String bending can cause tuning issues

Ibanez RG450QMB-SPBElectric GuitarBody: MerantiTop: Quilted mapleBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: JatobaWhite dot...

⭐ 4.7/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 615284
$615
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez AZ22S1F-TKS w/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Ibanez AZ22S1F-TKS w/Bag

by Ibanez
Blues Indie Rock
Key Feature:
• Comfortable body contours
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent sustain and playability
  • • Great for clean and overdriven tones
✗ CONS
  • • Electronics may need shielding
  • • Single-coils can pick up interference

Ibanez AZ22S1F-TKS w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Ibanez AZ22S1F-TKS*Electric Guitar*Body: AlderBolt-on neck: Roasted...

⭐ 4.6/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 617013
$622
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez RG450QMB-TGB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Ibanez RG450QMB-TGB

by Ibanez
Pop Indie Rock
Key Feature:
• Comfortable body contours
✓ PROS
  • • Comfortable body contours
  • • Classic single-coil brightness
✗ CONS
  • • May be too bright for heavy metal
  • • Single-coils can pick up interference

Ibanez RG450QMB-TGBElectric GuitarBody: MerantiTop: Quilted mapleBolt-on neck: MapleFingeboard: JatobaWhite dot...

⭐ 4.7/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 615291
$659
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best ST Style Guitars

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced st style guitars typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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