Ibanez RGA742EXBAM Black Aurora Burst Matte
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The essentials to know about the Ibanez RGA742EX guitar
The essentials to know about the Ibanez RGA742EX guitar
- 3-piece maple Wizard II neck: slim profile, increased rigidity and outstanding playing speed for shredding as well as tight riffs.
- Jatoba key with jumbo frets: crisp attack, smooth bends and clear note definition across the entire range.
- Sculpted meranti body: “RGA” ergonomics for superior comfort and a natural response with scooped mids.
- F107 fixed bridge + Quantum H-H pickups: generous sustain, individual height adjustment and precision during fast passages.
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The Essentials to Know About the Ibanez RGA742EX Guitar
- Wizard II 3-piece maple neck: slim profile, increased rigidity, and exemplary playing speed for shredding as well as tight riffs.
- Jatoba fingerboard with jumbo frets: sharp attacks, smooth bends, and clear note definition across the entire range.
- Carved meranti body: "RGA" ergonomics for superior comfort and natural response to scooped mids.
- Fixed F107 bridge + Quantum H-H pickups: generous sustain, individual height adjustments, and precision on fast passages.
RGA: the carved top version of the iconic RG
Within the "RG" family, the RGA series stands out with its elegantly carved top and carefully designed bevels for maximum comfort whether playing seated or standing. The RGA742EX fits into this modern lineage, designed for intense music and extended sets, with craftsmanship optimized for reliability on stage and in the studio.
For whom and for which styles?
Built for intermediate to advanced guitarists, the RGA742EX shines in metal, hard rock, and progressive genres, while remaining comfortable for heavier tones in modern rock. Its fast neck and fixed hardware promote rhythmic precision, palm muting, and technical runs.
The sound
The meranti body offers slightly scooped mids and silky highs, ideal for letting distortions breathe without sonic fog. The Quantum humbuckers deliver a fast low-end response and precise note definition, perfect for high-speed riffs and articulate solos. The F107 bridge provides solid sustain and stable tuning, while the jatoba fingerboard / jumbo frets duo enhances attack and harmonic clarity.
- Easy access to the upper frets thanks to the body contours
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | HH | Body | Meranti |
| Category | ST | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Left handed | No | Electronics | Passive |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Black |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Finishing | Matt |
| Fingerboard | Jatoba | Hardware | Nickel |
| Nbrs of frets | 24 | ||
| Format | solid body "RGA" with sculpted top | Bridge | fixed Ibanez F107 (individual string height adjustment) |
| Wood | meranti | Tuners | standard |
| Type | Wizard II, 3-piece maple | Pickups | Ibanez Quantum H-H (neck and bridge), passive |
| Key | jatoba | Selector | blade |
| Frets | jumbo (24) | Controls | volume, tone |
| Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Ibanez RGA742EXBAM suitable for metal and low tunings?
This model is designed for metal, hard rock, and progressive styles, featuring two passive Ibanez Quantum humbuckers. Their quick response in the low end enhances the definition of riffs played with distortion and palm-muting.
What is the scale length of this guitar?
The scale length is 25.5 inches, or 648 mm.
Does the fixed F107 bridge allow string action adjustment?
The Ibanez F107 fixed bridge allows individual adjustment of string height. This fixed design contributes to tuning stability and sustain. No tremolo system is included.
What is the neck like on the RGA742EX?
The Wizard II neck is made from three-piece maple and features a jatoba fingerboard. Its 24 jumbo frets provide access to two octaves per string on a 648 mm scale length.
What finish and body wood are used?
The carved top and body are made of meranti, with a Black Aurora Burst Matte finish. The hardware is nickel-colored.
