Ibanez GRG7221QA-TKS Transparent Black Sunburst Gio
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An Ibanez 7-string Designed for the "Superstrat" Universe
With its "superstrat"-style ergonomics, this Ibanez emphasizes playability and efficiency: easy access to the high frets, versatile HH configuration, and understated hardware. The concept is clear: a straightforward 7-string electric guitar, ready for tight riffs, palm-muting, and fast passages without unnecessary complexity.
Who Is It For, and What Styles?
This guitar is aimed at beginner to intermediate guitarists looking to move to 7 strings, as well as players seeking a simple-to-set-up instrument to work on right-hand precision. It excels particularly in metal, modern rock, core styles, and genres requiring an extra low string, while remaining relevant for clearer sounds thanks to the 5-position selector switch.
Sound Characteristics
The pair of Infinity R humbuckers in neck/bridge configuration delivers a balanced character, with attack and a solid low end, ideal for powerful chords and 7th string riffs. The passive circuit maintains a natural response to touch and volume control. The 5-position selector switch, combined with 1 volume and 1 tone control, allows you to vary pickup combinations from dense and cutting tones to more airy textures depending on your amp and settings.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
For transport, the manufacturer recommends the W200C case/bag. For maintenance and replacement, choose a 7-string set of strings with gauges .009 .011 .016 .024 .032 .042 .054 (original gauge), convenient for keeping a feel close to the factory setup.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | HH | Nbrs of frets | 24 |
| Category | ST | Body | Poplar |
| Left handed | No | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Strings | Steel | Electronics | Passive |
| Nbr of strings | 7 | Color | Gradient |
| Top | Maple | Finishing | Glossy |
| Fingerboard | Pine | Hardware | Black |
| Body material (solid bodies) | poplar | Inlay | white dot |
| Body finish | glossy polyurethane | Bridge | F107 |
| Total length | 1004 mm / 39.53" | String spacing | 10.5 mm / 0.41" |
| Body length | 451.6 mm / 17.78" | Nut | plastic |
| Body width | 310.9 mm / 12.24" | Tuning machines | Ibanez tuning machines |
| Body thickness | 44 mm / 1.73" | Hardware color | black |
| Net weight | 4.1 kg | Active or passive | passive |
| Number of strings | 7 | Neck pickup | Infinity R (H) |
| Neck type | GRG7 | Bridge pickup | Infinity R (H) |
| Neck joint | bolt-on | Controls, pickup selector | 1 volume, 1 tone, 5-position lever selector switch |
| Neck material | maple | String gauges (from high to low) | .009 / .011 / .016 / .024 / .032 / .042 / .054 |
| Neck finish | satin polyurethane | Tuning (from high to low) | 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E, 7B |
| Neck thickness (1st fret) | 20.5 mm / 0.81" | Recommended case or bag | W200C |
| Neck thickness (12th fret) | 22.5 mm / 0.89" | Other included items | hex key |
| Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm | Package length | 1065 mm / 41.93" |
| Nut width | 48 mm / 1.89" | Package width | 450 mm / 17.72" |
| Final width | 68 mm / 2.68" | Package depth | 125 mm / 4.92" |
| Fingerboard radius | 400 mm / 15.75" | Bag height | 85 mm / 3.35" |
| Number of frets | 24 | Package weight | 5.6 kg |
| Fret type | jumbo | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is this 7-string guitar suitable for modern metal?
With its 7 strings and a 648 mm scale length, this guitar is designed for tight riffs and palm mutes. The original gauge of .009-.054 provides an extra low string suited for metal, modern rock, and core genres. The 24 frets facilitate access to high notes.
Is the bridge fixed?
The F107 bridge is fixed, with a string spacing of 10.5 mm.
What tones do the Infinity R pickups offer?
The HH configuration uses two Infinity R humbuckers in the neck and bridge positions. The 5-way selector, paired with one volume and one tone control, allows for dense sounds or more open textures.
Is the neck suitable for fast playing?
This model features a GRG7 maple neck, bolt-on and satin-finished. Its thickness is 20.5 mm at the first fret and 22.5 mm at the twelfth, with a 400 mm fingerboard radius and jumbo frets.
Which case and strings are recommended for the Ibanez GRG7221QA-TKS?
For transport, the W200C bag or case is recommended. A 7-string set in .009 .011 .016 .024 .032 .042 .054 gauge allows maintaining the original string tension.
