Ibanez RGIB21-BK

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Ibanez RGIB21-BK

Ibanez

RGIB21-BK

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Product Info

Article Number: 484608
Brand: Ibanez
Model: RGIB21-BK
Price: $878.90

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The RGIB21-BK is a seriously capable baritone, built for modern metal and progressive rock. That Nitro Baritone neck profile is comfortable even with the longer scale, and the EMG pickups deliver a powerful, saturated sound. This is an excellent choice for players needing a heavier, lower-tuned instrument without the premium-priced tag of some high-end models.

Product Description

  • Ibanez RGIB21-BK
  • Baritone Electric Guitar
  • Iron Label Series
  • Body: Nyatoh
  • 3-Piece neck: Maple/Bubinga
  • Neck attachment: Bolt-on
  • Fretboard: Rosewood (Dalbergia Latifolia)
  • Fretboard inlays: White offset dots
  • Neck shape: Nitro Baritone (thickness at the 1st fret: 21 mm - thickness at the 12th fret: 23 mm)
  • Scale: 712 mm (28.03")
  • Fretboard radius: 400 mm (15.75")
  • Nut width: 45 mm (1.77")
  • Nut: Plastic
  • Frets: 24 Jumbo
  • Pickups: EMG 81 (bridge) and EMG 60 (neck) humbuckers
  • 1 Volume control
  • 3-Way switch
  • Bridge: Gibraltar Standard II
  • Machine heads: Gotoh MG-T locking
  • Hardware: Black
  • Strings: D'Addario EXL157
  • .014" - .068" (Article Nr #182020#)
  • Colour: Black
PROS
  • • Nyatoh body provides a surprisingly resonant and balanced tone.
  • • Maple/Bubinga neck offers excellent stability and a comfortable feel.
  • • EMG 81/60 combo delivers aggressive high-output and versatile tonal options.
  • • Gotoh locking tuners ensure rock-solid tuning stability under heavy baritone string tension.
CONS
  • • Nyatoh, while good, isn't as premium as mahogany or alder for tonal complexity.
  • • Plastic nut can be a potential upgrade point for improved sustain and tuning.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction may not appeal to players seeking a more vintage feel.

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Key Features

Body Material Nyatoh
Neck Material Maple/Bubinga
Fingerboard Rosewood (Dalbergia Latifolia)
Pickups EMG 81 (bridge) / EMG 60 (neck) humbuckers
Scale Length 712 mm (28.03in)
Frets 24 Jumbo
Bridge Gibraltar Standard II
Weight Approximately 8.8 lbs (4 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The longer scale introduces more string tension, which some find initially challenging but ultimately results in a tighter, more defined low end. The neck profile helps compensate, but adjusting to the feel takes a little practice.
No, the fingerboard typically arrives un-oiled. Many players prefer to oil it themselves to enhance the feel and protect the wood.
A high-gain amplifier with a tight low-end response is ideal to fully utilize the EMG pickups' power. A good EQ setting will focus on the mid-range to cut through a dense mix.

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