Ibanez S521-MOL
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Ibanez
S521-MOL
Product Info
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This S521-MOL is a real winner for players who want a fast, shred-friendly guitar with a surprisingly warm and powerful tone. The Wizard III neck makes it a joy to play, and the Quantum pickups deliver a modern edge without sacrificing clarity. It's an ideal choice for rock, metal, and anyone wanting a high-performance instrument at a budget-friendly price.
Product Description
- Ibanez S521-MOL
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Meranti
- Neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Neck profile: Wizard III
- Scale: 648 mm
- 24 Jumbo frets
- Fingerboard inlays: Offset dots
- Pickup: 2 Quantum humbuckers
- 1 Volume and 1 tone control
- Fixed bridge
- Cosmo black hardware
- Colour: Mahogany Oil
PROS
- • Meranti body offers a surprisingly resonant and warm tonal foundation.
- • Wizard III neck profile is exceptionally fast and comfortable for shredding.
- • Quantum humbuckers deliver a surprisingly articulate and high-output sound.
- • Fixed bridge enhances sustain and tuning stability, a solid choice for aggressive playing.
CONS
- • Rosewood fretboard can feel a bit dry; consider oiling for optimal feel.
- • Meranti, while resonant, lacks the top-end sparkle of some other tonewoods.
- • Limited pickup options restrict versatility compared to models with coil-splitting.
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Key Features
Body Material
Meranti
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Ibanez Quantum humbuckers
Scale Length
648 mm
Frets
24 Jumbo
Bridge
Fixed bridge
Weight
Approximately 7.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quantum pickups offer a tighter, more focused sound than some of the older Ibanez humbuckers, with a bit more clarity and higher output.
Yes, the Wizard III is noticeably thin and flat, making it very fast and comfortable, especially for players with smaller hands or a preference for quick movement.
Absolutely. The fixed bridge provides excellent sustain and tuning stability, but it doesn't allow for any tremolo or vibrato effects.
