Ibanez S520AH-ABS
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Ibanez
S520AH-ABS
Product Info
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The Ibanez S520AH-ABS is a seriously fun guitar. That Wizard III neck makes it a breeze to shred, and the Quantum pickups give you plenty of growl for rock and metal without getting muddy. It's a great option for players who want a ST-style guitar with Ibanez’s signature speed and a touch of vintage character.
Product Description
- Ibanez S520AH-ABS
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Ash
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Offset dot fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Wizard III
- Scale: 648 mm
- Nut width: 43 mm
- 24 jumbo frets
- Pickups: 2 Quantum Humbucker
- Volume and tone controls
- 5-way switch
- Edge Zero II tremolo
- Cosmo Black hardware
- Colour: Antique Brown Stained
PROS
- • Ash body delivers a tight, focused, and articulate tone.
- • Wizard III neck offers exceptionally fast and comfortable playability.
- • Quantum humbuckers provide high output and a surprisingly nuanced response.
- • Edge Zero II tremolo allows for smooth, stable vibrato without tuning issues.
CONS
- • Ash bodies can be prone to finish checking with age and temperature changes.
- • The shorter scale length limits low-end extension and string tension.
- • Antique Brown Stained finish might not appeal to players seeking a more modern aesthetic.
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Key Features
Body Material
Ash
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Quantum Humbuckers
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 inches)
Frets
24 Jumbo
Bridge
Edge Zero II Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 7.8 lbs (3.5 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Edge Zero II is a modern, floating tremolo system designed for stability; vintage tremolos often suffer from tuning instability when used extensively.
While they excel at higher gain, the Quantum pickups offer surprising clarity and warmth in cleaner settings, especially when dialed back.
Yes, the shorter scale results in noticeably lighter string tension, which some players may need to adjust to, particularly if used to a longer scale.
