Ibanez RGIB21-BK
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Ibanez
RGIB21-BK
Product Info
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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.
Product Video
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.
