"RANGE FINDER"

This design from the Japan Custom Shop is a one-off, 7-string version of a very unique, limited-run model from 2011, the RG550XH. The primary defining feature of this instrument is its 30-fret design. This highly unusual feature not only gives the guitar an exceptionally extended range, but it also makes for a seriously distinctive design, and it’s also the widest range instrument we’ve ever produced with a trem. Because the fretboard is so much longer than a typical RG, the lower cutaway is significantly deeper which is not only a functional change, but adds a touch of modern, avant garde styling to the overall aesthetic. The guitar does not have a neck pickup, so a special active EQ system was installed enabling a neck pickup tone when the 5-way switch is in the front two positions. Other defining features include Luminlay dot markers on the fretboard, a premium grade Flamed Maple top, and a Lo-Pro Edge 7 tremolo system.

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A SONG OF MANY VOICES

In order to account for the fact that there is no conventional neck pickup, a special preset active EQ circuit helps simulate neck pickup tones when the 5-way selector is in positions 4 or 5. This innovative solution means that the player of this instrument can benefit from the highly expanded range, without compromising the tonal functionality of a typical HSH pickup configuration. 

THEY LIGHT THE WAY

In an accent that is both visually appealing and highly functional, this build includes Luminlay dot markers on the face of the fretboard. The green glow they emit is a brilliant complement to the translucent green finish, and they are immensely helpful navigating the 30 frets on dark stages. 

A CUT ABOVE

Both visually compelling and highly functional, this RG centers around a very uncommon 30-fret design and super deep lower cutaway. It was only every utilized once on production Ibanez guitars and is only available on this single 50th Anniversary Custom. The 30-fret design greatly expands the range of this guitar while also imparting a singular, instantly distinguishable appearance. 



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JPCS7 - "RANGE FINDER" BUILD INFO:

  • Neck: 5pc Maple/Wenge
  • Neck Width: 46mm @ Nut, 67mm @ 24th Fret
  • Neck Thickness: 19.5mm @ 1st Fret, 22mm @ 12th Fret
  • Grip Shape: C
  • Fingerboard: Madagascar Rosewood
  • Fingerboard Radius: 12”-16” Compound
  • Inlays: Luminlay
  • Side Dots: Luminlay
  • Scale Length: 25.5”
  • Neck Joint: Bolt-On
  • Body: Alder
  • Top: Flamed Maple and Walnut
  • Pickups: DiMarzio Blaze-S / Evolution 7
  • Tuners: Gotoh
  • Bridge: Lo-Pro Edge 7
  • Includes Hardshell Case & Certificate of Authenticity

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