Ibanez GRG121DX-MGS

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Ibanez GRG121DX-MGS

Ibanez

GRG121DX-MGS

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Product Info

Article Number: 569422
Brand: Ibanez
Model: GRG121DX-MGS
Price: $273.90

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The GRG121DX-MGS is a seriously good deal for players wanting a modern feel and aggressive tone. That purpleheart fingerboard looks slick, and the IBZ-6 pickups give you plenty of crunch for rock and metal without getting muddy. It’s a fantastic starter guitar or a reliable workhorse for gigging musicians on a budget.

Product Description

  • Ibanez GRG121DX-MGS
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Poplar
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Bound Purpleheart
  • White Sharkteeth fingerboard inlays
  • Fretboard radius: 400 mm
  • Scale length: 648 mm
  • Nut width: 43 mm
  • Synthetic nut
  • 24 Jumbo frets
  • Pickup: 2 IBZ-6 humbuckers
  • Volume and tone controls
  • 5-Way switch
  • F106 bridge
  • Ibanez machine heads
  • Black hardware
  • Colour: Metallic Gray Sunburst
PROS
  • • Purpleheart fingerboard offers a snappy, articulate feel and unique aesthetic.
  • • IBZ-6 humbuckers deliver a surprisingly powerful and versatile high-output sound.
  • • Bolt-on neck provides a bright, responsive tone and easy playability.
  • • F106 bridge offers decent stability for drop tunings and aggressive playing.
CONS
  • • Poplar body, while lightweight, lacks the resonance of mahogany or alder.
  • • Synthetic nut can impact sustain and tuning stability compared to bone or graphite.
  • • Hardware, while functional, feels budget-oriented and may not be upgradeable.

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Key Features

Body Material Poplar
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Bound Purpleheart with Sharkteeth Inlays
Pickups 2 x IBZ-6 Humbuckers
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5 inches)
Frets 24 Jumbo Frets
Bridge Ibanez F106 Fixed Bridge
Weight Approximately 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a more standard 'C' shape, not as thin as their Wizard profiles, but still comfortable and relatively fast.
They can handle clean tones, but they really shine with overdrive and distortion; expect a modern, slightly scooped mid-range.
It’s functional, but definitely the area where cost savings are most noticeable; the tuning stability is decent, but upgrades are easy if you're inclined.

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