"ROOT BEER FLOAT"

Celebrating Hoshino USA’s 50th Anniversary would have been quite impossible without delivering at least one example of the iconic Iceman. Over time, this model has become the quintessential metal guitar, but the luthiers at our LA Custom shop aimed to strike a warmer, more vintage note with this design. A Light Root Beer Burst finish rests atop a stunning, roughly half-inch-thick Flamed Maple top, delivering a color combination that blends perfectly with the Maple fingerboard, a rarity on any modern Iceman. The styling is more reminiscent of designs from the late 70’s, rather than the menacing metal machines of today. This frothy, throwback motif is further enhanced by Flamed Maple neck binding, gold hardware accents and a custom made Flamed Maple truss rod cover emblazoned with the classic Ibanez “spaghetti” logo. The LACS 5 Iceman is an exquisite example of what happens when the skills of Ibanez’s best modern-day luthiers are matched with a longstanding symbol of the brand’s enduring legacy.

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SOUNDS WITH THE SWEETNESS OF ROOT BEER

DiMarzio Humbuckers supply a thick, lush and sophisticated tone that replicate the sonic character of vintage PAF-style pickups. They create an equitable balance between crisp high-end and robust lows, serving as a perfect match to the ‘70s-inspired vibe of this exceptionally-unique, custom Iceman.

COMPLEMENTS IN CONTRAST

The Flamed Maple Binding helps accent the Maple Fingerboard and block inlays without being in any way overpowering. It also helps to complement the contrasting effect of the Maple fingerboard against the finish and gold hardware. Though a shared feature across many of these customs, it delivers a far different effect on this guitar.

FROTHY ON TOP

This extra-thick Flamed Maple top helps enhance the high-end, custom look of this LACS Iceman. The greater depth also creates a striking appearance when viewing the guitar from any angle, as the intense figuring is prominent all the way through the entire top wood. The natural finish on the sides of the top also strategically complement the tones of the Transparent Root Beer Burst Finish.



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LACS5 - "ROOT BEER FLOAT" BUILD INFO:

  • Neck: 3pc Maple / Korina
  • Neck Width: 43mm @ Nut, 57mm @ 22nd Fret
  • Neck Thickness: 20mm @ 1st Fret, 22mm @12th Fret
  • Grip Shape: Round
  • Fretboard: Maple
  • Fretboard Radius: 12”
  • Inlays: Block Pearloid / Abalone
  • Side Dots: Luminlay
  • Scale Length: 24.7”
  • Neck Joint: Set Neck
  • Body: Mahogany
  • Top: Flamed Maple
  • Pickups: DiMarzio PAF 36th Anniversary
  • Controls: 2 Vol, 2 Tone, 3 Way Pickup Selector
  • Tuners: Gotoh Magnum Locking
  • Bridge: Gibraltar 1
  • Finish: Light Root Beer Burst
  • Includes Hardshell Case & Certificate of Authenticity

BEHIND THE SCENES

A glimpse into the design and crafting of each spectacular Ibanez Custom Shop build.