Ibanez RGA742FM-TGF
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Ibanez
RGA742FM-TGF
Product Info
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The RGA742FM-TGF is a solid entry into the 7-string world, especially for players who want a modern feel and aggressive tone without the premium price tag. The Quantum pickups really cut through, and the Jatoba fretboard is a pleasure to play. It's perfect for metalheads, djent enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a versatile, affordable 7-string workhorse.
Product Description
- Ibanez RGA742FM-TGF
- 7-String Electric Guitar
- Body: Meranti
- Top: Flamed maple
- 3-Piece neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Jatoba
- Scale length: 648 mm (25.5")
- Nut width: 48 mm
- 24 Jumbo frets
- Pickups: 2 Quantum humbuckers
- 1 x Volume and 1 x tone control
- 5-Way switch
- F107 bridge
- Black hardware
- Colour: Transparent Gray Flat
PROS
- • Meranti body provides a surprisingly resonant and warm tonal foundation.
- • Quantum humbuckers deliver high output with clarity and a scooped mid-range.
- • Jatoba fretboard offers a smooth, fast playing experience with a unique feel.
- • The F107 bridge provides stable tuning and decent sustain for aggressive playing.
CONS
- • Meranti, while good, isn't as tonally complex as mahogany.
- • The flamed maple top is purely aesthetic; doesn't significantly affect tone.
- • Hardware, while functional, feels budget-oriented compared to higher-end Ibanez models.
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Key Features
Body Material
Meranti with Flamed Maple Top
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Jatoba
Pickups
Quantum Humbuckers (x2)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
24 Jumbo
Bridge
F107
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.8 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Quantum pickups offer a higher output and a more scooped mid-range than the older Infinity series, providing a more modern, aggressive tone suitable for heavier styles.
The RGA series typically features a comfortable, slightly flatter neck profile – it's not a super thin Wizard neck, but still quite playable for most hand sizes, though those preferring a very thin neck might find it a bit bulkier.
The Meranti wood actually provides a surprisingly well-balanced tone, avoiding excessive muddiness while retaining warmth – it's not as tight as mahogany, but still quite controlled.
