Ibanez K7YIN Signature Korn
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An Iconic 7-String at the Crossroads of Modern Metal and Ibanez DNA
When the 7-string electric guitar established itself in heavy music, it opened a new playground: lower riffs, wider voicings, and more percussive attacks. The Ibanez K7YIN follows this tradition by embodying the spirit of a signature instrument designed to convey a very distinctive sonic aesthetic, with craftsmanship and electronics focused on definition and power.
For Which Guitarist and Styles?
The K7YIN is primarily aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a stable and responsive 7-string for nu metal, modern metal, hardcore, heavy rock, and all approaches requiring low tunings. Its thin neck, 24 jumbo frets, and double-locking tremolo make it an excellent platform for fluid lead playing, wide vibratos, and fast techniques.
Sound
The Okoumé body delivers a clear and solid register with dynamic response that helps maintain clarity when the 7th string drops into the low end. The ebony fingerboard enhances attack, high-end precision, and a quick response feel, while supporting rich sustain for held notes and solo passages. On the electronics side, the pair of DiMarzio Blaze (H-H) pickups offers a modern character with scooped mids and an output designed to cover a wide palette: tight and clean tones, defined crunch, up to thick and articulate saturation. The 3-position selector switch (neck / both / bridge) allows quick shifts from a rounder sound to a sharper attack, with a useful middle position for wide and balanced rhythms.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
This guitar comes equipped with a set of D'Addario EXL110-7 strings (gauges .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046/.059): if you want to maintain the original feel and balance, sticking with this gauge is a safe choice. The tremolo arm and hex wrench are included for adjustments and use of the Lo-Pro Edge.
Technical specifications
| Left handed | No | Nbr of strings | 6 |
| Strings | Steel | ||
| Body Material | Okoumé | Inlay | Special K-7 inlay between 11th and 13th frets |
| Neck Type | Wizard II-7 | Bridge | Lo-Pro Edge |
| Construction | Bolt-on neck | String Spacing | 10.8 mm |
| Material | Nyatoh | Nut | Locking |
| Finish | Satin polyurethane | Tuners | Gotoh |
| Nut Thickness | 19 mm | Hardware Color | Black |
| Thickness at 12th Fret | 21 mm | Neck Pickup | DiMarzio Blaze (H) |
| Scale Length | 25.5" / 648 mm | Bridge Pickup | DiMarzio Blaze (H) |
| Nut Width | 1.89" / 48 mm | Controls | 1 volume, 1 tone, 3-position selector switch |
| Width at Fingerboard End | 68 mm | Type | Passive |
| Number of Frets | 24 | String Gauges | .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046/.059 |
| Fret Type | Jumbo | Special Strings | D'Addario EXL110-7 |
| Fingerboard | Ebony | Tuning | 1D, 2A, 3F, 4C, 5G, 6D, 7A |
| Fingerboard Radius | 15.75" / 400 mm | Included Accessories | Tremolo arm, hex wrench |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ibanez K7YIN really a 7-string guitar?
The advertised setup includes seven strings, tuned 1D, 2A, 3F, 4C, 5G, 6D, 7A with a Wizard II-7 neck.
What pickups are installed on this Korn signature model?
Two passive DiMarzio Blaze humbuckers are installed, one at the neck and one at the bridge. Controls include one volume, one tone, and a three-way selector switch.
Does the Lo-Pro Edge tremolo hold tuning?
The Lo-Pro Edge bridge operates with a locking nut and Gotoh tuning machines. This setup is designed for double-locking tremolo use. A tremolo arm and a hex wrench are included.
What string gauge comes with the K7YIN?
The original installed set is a D’Addario EXL110-7 in .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046/.059.
Is the neck suitable for fast metal playing?
With a 19 mm nut width, 21 mm at the 12th fret, and 24 jumbo frets, this model features a nyatoh Wizard II-7 neck. The ebony fingerboard has a 400 mm radius and a 648 mm scale length.
