Ibanez RG420EX-BKF Black Flat
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The Essentials to Know About the Ibanez RG420EX-BKF Guitar
The Essentials to Know About the Ibanez RG420EX-BKF Guitar
- Wizard III Maple Neck: thin and fast profile, ideal for modern playing and technical licks.
- Quantum H-H Pickup Configuration + 5-Position Selector: high gain reserve and a palette of tones for rhythm and lead.
- Edge-Zero II Tremolo with String Lock Nut: tuning stability designed for heavy vibrato use.
- 24 Jumbo Frets: comfortable access to high notes and easy bends.
Manufacturer Information
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An RG Built for Speed, in the Ibanez "Metal" Spirit
An iconic model in the Ibanez lineup, the RG is designed as a precision machine: sharp ergonomics, fast playability, and performance-oriented components. The RG420EX-BKF fully embodies this DNA by combining a Wizard III neck, a locking Edge-Zero II tremolo, and modern H-H electronics to meet the demands of contemporary playing.
For Which Guitarists and Styles?
The Ibanez RG420EX-BKF is aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a responsive electric guitar designed for fast techniques (alternate picking, legato, shred) and tight rhythms. It excels in metal, modern rock, hard rock, and styles requiring sustain and precise attack, while remaining versatile thanks to the 5-position selector.
The Sound
The acoustic foundation is based on a meranti body, providing a balanced register and even response, particularly effective when pushing the amp. The pair of Quantum humbuckers (H-H) delivers a dense sound with solid lows and present mids to cut through a mix, while the 5-position selector broadens the palette from powerful rhythms to more nuanced tones. The Edge-Zero II tremolo offers a smooth feel and good tuning stability, even during expressive vibrato use.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
This guitar is shipped with .009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042 gauge strings (D'Addario EXL120), and you can keep this gauge to preserve the original feel, especially with the tremolo. For transport, the manufacturer recommends the M300C case and the IGB540-BK gig bag.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | HH | Bridge / tailpiece | Floyd |
| Category | ST | Electronics | Passive |
| Left handed | No | Electroacoustic | No |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Black |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Finishing | Satin |
| Nbrs of frets | 24 | Hardware | Black |
| Scalloped | Double | ||
| Material | meranti | Inlays | white dots |
| Finish | satin polyurethane | Bridge | Edge-Zero II |
| Total length | 984 mm | Nut | string lock |
| Body thickness | 44 mm | Hardware finish | black |
| Body length | 452 mm | Tuners | Ibanez |
| Body width | 311 mm | Number of strings | 6 |
| Neck type | Wizard III | Active or Passive | passive |
| Neck joint | bolt-on | Neck pickup | Quantum (H) |
| Thickness (1st fret) | 19 mm | Bridge pickup | Quantum (H) |
| Thickness (12th fret) | 21 mm | Controls | 1 Volume, 1 Tone |
| Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm | Selector | 5 positions |
| Nut width | 1.7" / 43 mm | String gauge | .009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042 |
| Width at neck end | 58 mm | Tuning (from high to low) | 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E |
| Fingerboard | jatoba | Special strings | D'Addario EXL120 |
| Number of frets | 24 | Recommended case | M300C |
| Radius | 400 mm | Recommended gig bag | IGB540-BK |
| Fret type | Jumbo | Also included | hex wrench, tremolo arm |
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Ibanez RG420EX-BKF suitable for metal?
This model is suitable for intermediate to advanced guitarists playing metal, modern rock, or hard rock. Its two Quantum humbuckers and 19 mm Wizard III neck at the 1st fret favor tight rhythms and fast techniques.
What vibrato is installed on this RG?
The Edge-Zero II bridge is paired with a locking nut. This setup is designed to maintain tuning during expressive vibrato use.
What pickups and selector positions does it have?
The passive electronics combine two Quantum humbuckers, one at the neck and one at the bridge, with one volume and one tone control. The 5-way selector expands tonal possibilities between dense attacks and more nuanced settings.
What string gauge is recommended for the RG420EX-BKF?
The guitar comes with DâAddario EXL120 strings in .009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042 gauge, tuned to standard E. Maintaining this gauge preserves the original feel with the floating vibrato.
Which case or gig bag is recommended for this guitar?
The recommended references are the Ibanez M300C case and the Ibanez IGB540-BK gig bag.
