Ibanez RG652AHMFX-RPB Royal Plum Burst Prestige
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An RG Prestige Designed for Speed and Precision
In the spirit of modern "superstrat" guitars, this model follows a typically Ibanez approach: ergonomics, access to high notes, and playability serving fast techniques. The 5-piece maple/walnut neck provides a feeling of rigidity and immediate response, while the craftsmanship and hardware aim for reliable tuning stability and consistent feel, even under stage or intensive rehearsal conditions.
For Which Guitarists and Styles?
This guitar is aimed at intermediate to expert guitarists seeking a responsive instrument, comfortable along the entire neck length and ready for demanding styles. It excels in rock, metal, fusion, and hard genres, while remaining credible for more nuanced registers thanks to the 5-position selector and the humbucker duo, capable of covering warm, thick tones as well as sharper attacks.
The Sound
The ash body promotes a clear attack and excellent definition, with tight lows and bright highs, helping precise riffs and complex chords stay clear. The neck pickup, the DiMarzio Air Norton (H), emphasizes a warm and singing register, ideal for fluid leads and softer tones. At the bridge, the DiMarzio The Tone Zone (H) delivers a generous output level, solid attack, and pronounced presence for powerful rhythms. The passive electronics (1 volume, 1 tone, 5-position selector) allow quick variation of combinations and colors, from thick sustain to airier textures, depending on tone settings and selector position.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain the original feel and tension, you can use D'Addario EXL110 strings in gauge 10-46 (.010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046). For transport, the IGB724BK gig bag is recommended as a reference, and the hard case is included. The provided multifunction tool and hex key are handy for common adjustments.
Technical specifications
| Left handed | No | Nbr of strings | 6 |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Red |
| Number of strings | 6 | Radius | 430 mm / 16.93" |
| Body material (solid) | ash | Number of frets | 24 |
| Body finish | glossy polyester | Fret type | jumbo |
| Total length | 974 mm / 38.35" | Inlay | black dot |
| Body length | 452 mm / 17.80" | Bridge | Gibraltar Standard II |
| Body width | 311 mm / 12.24" | String spacing | 10.8 mm / 0.43" |
| Body thickness | 44 mm / 1.73" | Nut | Graph Tech BLACK TUSQ XL |
| Net weight | 3.2 kg | Tuners | Gotoh MG-T locking tuners |
| Neck type | Super Wizard HP | Hardware color | cosmo black |
| Neck joint | bolt-on | String gauges (high to low) | .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046 |
| Neck joint position | - | Special strings | D'Addario EXL110 |
| Neck material | 5-piece maple/walnut | Tuning (high to low) | 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E |
| Neck finish | satin polyurethane | Case or bag included | hard case included |
| Neck thickness (1st fret) | 17 mm / 0.67" | Recommended bag | IGB724BK |
| Neck thickness (12th fret) | 19 mm / 0.75" | Other included items | multifunction tool, hex key |
| Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm | Active or passive | passive |
| Nut width | 43 mm / 1.69" | Neck pickup | DiMarzio Air Norton (H) |
| Tip width | 58 mm / 2.28" | Bridge pickup | DiMarzio The Tone Zone (H) |
| Fingerboard | bound maple | Controls, pickup selector | 1 volume, 1 tone, 5-position lever switch |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ibanez RG652AHMFX-RPB suitable for metal and saturated rhythm playing?
The combination of the DiMarzio The Tone Zone bridge pickup and the ash body provides a generous output level with a solid attack. The 5-way selector expands tonal possibilities for rock, metal, fusion, and hard styles.
Is the Super Wizard HP neck thin?
The Super Wizard HP neck measures 17 mm at the first fret and 19 mm at the twelfth. Its 5-piece maple/walnut construction is combined with a bolt-on assembly. The bound maple fingerboard has 24 jumbo frets and a 430 mm radius.
What tuners are installed on this guitar?
Gotoh MG-T locking tuners and a Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL nut are fitted. This setup ensures reliable tuning stability during rehearsals and on stage.
What strings come installed from the factory?
The original setup uses D’Addario EXL110 strings in .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046 gauge, tuned to standard E-E-B-G-D-A-E.
Is a case provided with the RG652AHMFX-RPB?
A hard case is included, along with a multifunction tool and a hex wrench for common adjustments. The IGB724BK gig bag is listed as the recommended accessory.



