Ibanez RGR5111RB Prestige LTD Weathered Black

RGR Prestige: The RG DNA, Sharpened for Performance

The RG is one of the most iconic shapes at Ibanez: a guitar designed for speed, precision, and resistance to the demands of the most challenging playing styles. The RGR5111RB is part of the Prestige line, where the approach of "precision, performance, playability" combines modern methods with Japanese craftsmanship. Within the range, this model focuses on an efficient and radical configuration: a single active humbucker, a fixed bridge, and ergonomics oriented towards "fast playing" to get straight to the point.

Who Is the Ibanez RGR5111RB For?

This RGR is primarily aimed at intermediate to expert guitarists who want a responsive, stable solid body guitar that is immediately ready for rehearsal, touring, or studio recording. Its " 1 pickup, 1 volume " philosophy favors musicians who control their dynamics with the pick and right hand, seeking a clear response in both palm-muting and open attack. Naturally, it excels in modern metal, hard rock, djent, and progressive styles, but the voicing switch also allows for cleaner and smoother sounds for intros, arpeggios, or more nuanced lead parts.

A Sharp, Dense, and Controlled Tone (Fishman Fluence + Ash + Fixed Bridge)

The core sound of the RGR5111RB relies on a remarkably coherent trio. First, the ash body provides a pleasant brightness and rich sustain, with a clear attack: ideal for maintaining definition in standard tunings and heavily saturated riffs. Next, the fixed Gibraltar Standard III bridge promotes direct and consistent vibration transfer while enhancing comfort thanks to its design (reworked baseplate and saddles): this delivers a "solid" feel under the right hand, highly appreciated for precise rhythm playing.

Finally, the Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Ceramic pickup delivers a powerful attack and an aggressive character without excess noise, which is a major asset in high-gain settings and studio work. The Fishman Fluence Voicing switch adds true versatility: you can switch from a modern, very punchy, high-output tone to a more crisp, clean, and smooth voice, useful for brightening a passage, highlighting a lead, or expanding your tonal palette without changing guitars.

On the playability side, the Super Wizard HP (maple/wenge) neck and its slim profile promote speed, while the jumbo stainless steel frets provide a quick response and clear articulation, with superior durability. The Prestige fret edge treatment completes the package: fret edges are worked for natural glide, very comfortable during fast shifts. In live conditions, the Luminlay side dots are a real plus for securing position on a dark stage.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

The RGR5111RB comes with a hard case and accessories (multi tool, Allen wrench). To stay as close as possible to the original specifications, you can consider a set of D'Addario EXL110 strings with gauges .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046.

Technical specifications

Left handed	No	Nbr of strings	6
Strings	Steel	Color	Black

Type	solid body	Total length	974 mm
Wood	ash	Body length	452 mm
Finish	satin polyester	Body width	311 mm