Ibanez Custom Shop RG8527-BRE Black Rutile J.custom

The Quintessence of the RG j.custom Series

An iconic model at the top of the RG range, the RG8527 embodies the "j.custom" spirit: rigorous wood selection, precise binding, perfectly polished fret edges, and impeccable finish. Designed for both stage and studio, it combines visual luxury (AAA flamed maple) with the reliability of high-end luthiery.

For Whom and Which Styles?

Built for advanced to professional guitarists, it excels in modern metal, prog, djent, shred, and technical rock, while holding its own in fusion or clean ambient styles. Its 25.5" / 648 mm scale length and 7th string expand the range, allowing low tunings while maintaining attack, intonation, and clarity under high dynamics.

Sound Characteristics

The DiMarzio PAF 7 pair delivers firm lows, articulate mids, and smooth highs. The 5-position selector offers intelligent combinations: parallel neck for a snappy clean, internal coils in parallel for precise chime, humbuckers in series for massive riffs and singing solos. The African mahogany adds depth and warmth, the flamed maple top adds attack and brightness, and the Macassar ebony fingerboard enhances definition and sustain. The Lo-Pro Edge 7, low-profile under the right hand, ensures impeccable stability.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To preserve the original feel and balance, favor 7-string .009-.054 gauge strings such as the factory-installed D'Addario EXL120-7. For transport, the Ibanez IGB724-BK gig bag, sized for RG 7-string models, is a lightweight complement to the included hard case. A quality strap will complete the setup for secure standing play.

Technical specifications

Left handed	No	Nbr of strings	7
Strings	Steel	Color	Black

Top	AAA flamed maple (4 mm / 0.16" thickness)	String spacing at bridge	0.43" / 10.8 mm
Body	African mahogany	Tuners	Gotoh
Type	RG j.custom Super Wizard-7, 5-piece maple/Wenge	Strap locks	Gotoh
Fingerboard	Macassar ebony, "Tree of Life" inlay	Hardware color	Cosmo Black
Frets	24 Jumbo, j.custom fret edge treatment	Hard case	included
Scale length	25.5" / 648 mm	Neck pickup	DiMarzio PAF 7 (H, passive, ceramic)
Nut width	1.89" / 48 mm	Bridge pickup	DiMarzio PAF 7 (H, passive, ceramic)
Width at 24th fret	2.68" / 68 mm	Controls	1 volume, 1 tone, 5-position selector switch
Thickness at 1st fret	0.75" / 19 mm	Switch positions	1) neck; 2) neck in parallel; 3) neck + bridge; 4) internal coils in parallel (bridge side of neck + neck side of bridge); 5) bridge
Thickness at 12th fret	0.83" / 21 mm	Factory tuning	1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E, 7B
Fingerboard radius	16.9" / 430 mm	Installed strings	D'Addario EXL120-7
Neck back finish	"Velvetouch"	String gauges	.009 / .011 / .016 / .024 / .032 / .042 / .054
Neck joint	All Access	Recommended gig bag	IGB724-BK
Bridge	Lo-Pro Edge 7 double-locking tremolo