Ibanez RGA42FM-TGF
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Ibanez
RGA42FM-TGF
Product Info
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The RGA42FM-TGF is a solid choice for aggressive players and those looking for a shred-friendly instrument without a premium price tag. The thin neck and powerful pickups make it a real beast for rock and metal, while the flamed maple top adds a touch of visual flair. It’s an excellent option for beginners or intermediate players wanting a no-nonsense, high-performance guitar.
Product Description
- Ibanez RGA42FM-TGF
- Electric Guitar
- RGA Series
- Body: Meranti
- Top: Flamed maple
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fretobard: Jatoba
- White offset dot fretboard inlays
- Neck profile: Wizard III (thickness 1st fret 19 mm - thickness 12th fret 21 mm)
- Scale: 648 mm (25.51")
- Fretboard radius: 400 mm (15.75")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.69")
- Plastic nut
- 24 Jumbo frets
- Pickups: 2x Quantum humbuckers
- Controls: 1 Volume and 1 Tone
- 5-Way switch
- F106 bridge
- Ibanez machine heads
- Black hardware
- Factory stringing: Daddario EXL110 .010" - .046" (Article Nr. #104555#)
- Colour: Transparent grey flat
PROS
- • Meranti/flame maple combo delivers a surprisingly resonant, tight low-end.
- • Wizard III neck profile is exceptionally comfortable for fast playing and shredding.
- • Quantum humbuckers provide a versatile range, from crunchy rhythm to searing leads.
- • F106 bridge offers solid tuning stability and decent sustain for the price.
CONS
- • Plastic nut is a common cost-saving measure; an upgrade would improve sustain and tuning.
- • Meranti body, while good, lacks the premium resonance of mahogany or alder.
- • Limited tonal versatility due to the single volume/tone control setup.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Meranti with Flamed Maple Top
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Jatoba
Pickups
Ibanez Quantum Humbuckers
Scale Length
648 mm (25.51 in)
Frets
24 Jumbo
Bridge
Ibanez F106
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.8 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Jatoba is denser and brighter than rosewood, offering a snappier feel, but lacks the traditional warmth of ebony. It’s durable and a good alternative if those woods are unavailable.
Yes, the Quantum pickups are moderately high output, providing plenty of gain for drop tunings, but they retain clarity and don't get muddy at higher gain levels.
The Wizard III profile is noticeably slim, especially in the upper register, making it very comfortable for players with smaller hands or those who prefer a fast feel. It's a defining characteristic of this guitar.
