Ibanez RGR52ET-BK
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Ibanez
RGR52ET-BK
Product Info
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This RGR52ET-BK is a shredder's dream, blending Ibanez’s signature speed with modern Fishman pickups. The bolt-on neck makes it incredibly responsive, and the EverTune bridge keeps things locked in. It's a premium-priced option perfect for players who want high performance and aggressive tones without the fuss of complicated controls.
Product Description
- Ibanez RGR52ET-BK
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Nyatoh
- Top: Maple
- Bolt-on 3-piece neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Macassar ebony
- Fingerboard inlays: Off-set Dot White
- Luminescent side dot inlay
- Neck profile: Wizard III - thickness at 1st fret: 19 mm
- Neck finish: Matt polyurethane lacquer
- Fingeboard radius: 400 mm (15.75")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.7")
- Plastic nut
- 24 Jumbo stainless steel frets
- Pickups: 1 Fishman Fluence Modern Alnico (bridge) and 1 Fishman Fluence Modern ceramic (neck) humbucker
- Volume control with push/pull function
- Tone control
- 3-Way switch
- Coil-Tap switch
- EverTune bridge
- Gotoh machine heads
- Polyurethane lacquer
- Colour: Black high-gloss
PROS
- • Fishman Fluence pickups deliver exceptional clarity and high-output versatility.
- • The Wizard III neck profile offers incredibly fast and comfortable playability.
- • EverTune bridge ensures reliable tuning stability and easy setup.
- • Macassar ebony fingerboard provides a smooth, resonant playing surface.
CONS
- • Nyatoh body construction may lack the tonal complexity of mahogany.
- • Bolt-on neck design, while fast, isn’t favored by those seeking vintage sustain.
- • Plastic nut can be a minor upgrade point for ultimate performance.
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Key Features
Body Material
Nyatoh/Maple
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Macassar Ebony
Pickups
Fishman Fluence Modern Alnico (bridge) / Fishman Fluence Modern Ceramic (neck)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
24 Jumbo Stainless Steel
Bridge
EverTune
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Alnico bridge pickup provides a tighter, more articulate sound, while the ceramic neck pickup delivers a warmer, fatter tone, giving you a wide range of sounds from clean to high-gain.
The matte finish offers excellent grip and reduces stickiness compared to gloss finishes, enhancing fast playing and overall comfort, especially during extended sessions.
The RGR52ET-BK prioritizes modern playability with its thinner neck profile and bolt-on construction, offering a different feel than more traditional, vintage-inspired ST guitars.
