Ibanez PGM50-BK Black Signature Paul Gilbert Premium
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The Paul Gilbert Signature, Reinvented in a Premium Version
Developed with the virtuoso Paul Gilbert's exacting standards, the PGM50-BK continues the legacy of iconic PGM models. This "Premium" version emphasizes playability, stage reliability, and DiMarzio electronics tailored for guitarists seeking precise and inspiring response.
Who Is It For and What Styles?
Ideal for intermediate to advanced guitarists looking for a responsive and precise instrument. Its HSH configuration covers rock, hard rock, shred, and fusion, while also delivering defined clean tones for funk and pop.
Sound
The basswood body provides balanced mids and a sharp attack. The DiMarzio Air Classic pickups deliver a warm and articulate tone in the neck and bridge positions, while the DiMarzio PGM middle pickup adds brightness and "snap." The 5-position selector smoothly switches between punchy rhythms and singing leads. The fixed F106 bridge efficiently transmits vibrations for natural sustain, while the maple/walnut neck adds precision and the rosewood fingerboard rounds off the highs.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
Included gig bag for daily transport. For maximum protection, the manufacturer recommends the Ibanez MR500C case. For maintenance and feel, choose a 10-46 nickel string set (direct replacement for the original D'Addario EXL110 gauge). A standard electric guitar strap will fit the classic strap buttons.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | HHS | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Category | ST | Electronics | Passive |
| Left handed | No | Electroacoustic | No |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Black |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nbrs of frets | 22 | Hardware | Gold |
| Scalloped | Double | ||
| Material | American basswood | String spacing at bridge | 10.5 mm / 0.41" |
| Finish | glossy polyurethane | Nut | plastic |
| Body dimensions | length 452 mm / 17.80", width 311 mm / 12.24", thickness 44 mm / 1.73" | Tuners | Gotoh MG-T locking |
| Total instrument length | 974 mm / 38.35" | Hardware color | gold |
| Neck type | PGM, bolt-on joint | Type | passive |
| Construction | 5-piece maple/walnut | Pickups | neck DiMarzio Air Classic (H) / middle DiMarzio PGM (S) / bridge DiMarzio Air Classic (H) |
| Scale length | 648 mm / 25.5" | Controls | 1 volume |
| Neck thickness | 20 mm / 0.79" (1st fret), 22 mm / 0.87" (12th fret) | Selector | 5 positions |
| Nut width | 43 mm / 1.69" | Number of strings | 6 |
| Fingerboard width at end | 57 mm / 2.24" | Original gauge | .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046 |
| Fingerboard | rosewood, 22 Medium frets | Installed strings | D'Addario EXL110 |
| Radius | 400 mm / 15.75" | Factory tuning | E (1st), B (2nd), G (3rd), D (4th), A (5th), E (6th) |
| Inlays | white dots | Recommended case | Ibanez MR500C |
| Bridge | F106 (fixed) | Included accessory | multi-tool |
Questions frequently asked
What styles can the Ibanez PGM50-BK Paul Gilbert Premium cover?
The HSH configuration combines two DiMarzio Air Classic humbuckers with a central DiMarzio PGM single coil. It is suitable for rock, hard rock, shred, and fusion, with defined clean tones for funk and pop.
Is the neck of the PGM50-BK suitable for fast playing?
Its bolt-on PGM neck made of 5-piece maple/walnut measures 20 mm at the 1st fret and 22 mm at the 12th. The 648 mm scale length and 400 mm radius complete a design focused on playing precision.
What bridge does this Paul Gilbert guitar have?
An Ibanez F106 fixed bridge is installed, with a string spacing of 10.5 mm.
What strings come installed on the Ibanez PGM50-BK?
The installed set is a D’Addario EXL110 with gauges .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046. The factory tuning is standard E, from low E to high E.
Is a gig bag or case included with the PGM50-BK?
A gig bag is included for daily transport. A multi-tool is also provided. For enhanced protection, the Ibanez MR500C case is recommended by the manufacturer.
