Ibanez IC420-ABM Antique Blue Metallic Iceman
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The Iceman: An Ibanez Silhouette That Became Iconic
Alongside the RG series and some legendary signature models, the Iceman is part of Ibanez's DNA. Unveiled to the public in 1977 and named "Iceman" in 1978, this shape has marked the brand's history with references that have become essential. The IC420-ABM continues this tradition: an electric guitar with a bold style, designed to inspire creativity while offering a modern feel.
For Whom and Which Styles?
The Ibanez IC420-ABM is aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a guitar with strong visual character and smooth playability. Its shorter scale and IC neck favor bends, vibrato, and fast runs, while its dual humbucker configuration is perfect for rock, hard rock, metal, but also suits more classic genres when the volume is lowered and dynamics are worked on.
The Sound
The Super 80 (H) duo at the neck and bridge delivers a dense and lively sound, with solid foundation for riffs and great presence for solos. The passive electronics with 2 Volume, 2 Tone, and a 3-position selector switch allow quick switching between pickups and sculpting warmth or attack depending on the amp. The combination of a okoumé body and a jatoba fingerboard provides a pleasant balance: well-defined lows, expressive mids, and a clear attack, ideal for maintaining definition under distortion. The Gibraltar Performer bridge contributes to a stable feel and good note sustain.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | HH | Body | Okoume |
| Category | Extreme | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Left handed | No | Electronics | Passive |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Blue |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Finishing | Glossy |
| Fingerboard | Jatoba | Hardware | Gold |
| Nbrs of frets | 22 | ||
| Number of strings | 6 | Radius | 305 mm / 12" |
| Material | okoumé | Inlays | acrylic block and abalone |
| Finish | glossy polyurethane | Bridge | Gibraltar Performer |
| Total length | 1089 mm | Tailpiece | Quik Change III |
| Body thickness | 42 mm | Nut | plastic |
| Body length | 534 mm | Tuners | Ibanez |
| Body width | 344 mm | Hardware finish | gold |
| Neck type | IC | Active or passive | passive |
| Neck joint | set-neck | Bridge pickup | Super 80 (H) |
| Thickness (1st fret) | 20 mm | Neck pickup | Super 80 (H) |
| Thickness (12th fret) | 22 mm | Controls, pickup selector | 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-position selector switch |
| Scale length | 24.75" / 628 mm | String gauge | .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046 |
| Nut width | 1.7" / 43 mm | Special strings | D'Addario EXL110 |
| Number of frets | 22 | Tuning (from high to low) | 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E |
| Frets | medium | Also included | hex key |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ibanez IC420-ABM suitable for rock and metal?
The HH configuration with two passive Super 80 (H) pickups delivers a dense and punchy sound, well suited for distorted riffs and solos. The okoumé body and jatoba fingerboard promote a clear attack and expressive mids.
What is the scale length of this Iceman?
The scale length is 628 mm, or 24.75 inches. This length facilitates bends and vibrato, providing a playing feel that is more flexible than a longer scale.
What pickup controls are available?
The passive electronics include two volume knobs, two tone knobs, and a three-way selector switch. Each Super 80 (H) pickup, neck and bridge, can be adjusted independently. The middle position combines the two pickups.
Is the bridge equipped with a vibrato?
The setup is based on a fixed Gibraltar Performer bridge combined with a Quik Change III tailpiece. This configuration is designed for stability and does not include a vibrato system.
What are the neck and fingerboard dimensions?
The glued-in IC type neck measures 20 mm thick at the first fret and 22 mm at the twelfth. The jatoba fingerboard has 22 medium frets, a 305 mm (12 inch) radius, and a 43 mm nut width.
