{"product_id":"ibanez-grgr221pa-rg-gio-electric-guitar-aqua-burst","title":"Ibanez GRGR221PA RG Gio Electric Guitar – Aqua Burst","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ibanez GRGR221PA is an RG-style electric guitar from the Gio range, finished in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAqua Burst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a Poplar Burl Art Grain top over an okoume body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt has the fast, modern Ibanez feel that the RG shape is known for, with a 24-fret neck, dual humbucker pickup setup and fixed F106 bridge. It is a good choice for players who want a comfortable electric guitar for rock, metal, lead playing, practice, lessons and general electric guitar use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Aqua Burst finish gives it a much more eye-catching look than a basic solid colour, while the black hardware keeps the overall look sharp and modern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Does It Actually Sound Like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe GRGR221PA is built around two IBZ-6 humbucking pickups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat gives it a stronger, fuller sound than a single-coil guitar, with plenty of output for rock, heavier rhythm playing, lead lines and driven amp tones. The ceramic humbuckers are designed for clarity, so it should handle both practice amp tones and heavier sounds well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is not a vintage-style blues guitar or a bright twangy single-coil model. This is more of a modern rock-friendly guitar with a clean, direct feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose an Ibanez RG-Style Guitar?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe RG body shape is one of Ibanez’s most recognisable electric guitar designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is comfortable to hold, easy to play sitting or standing, and well suited to faster playing styles. The 24-fret neck gives you a full two-octave range, which is useful for lead guitar, modern rock, metal and more technical playing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fixed F106 bridge is also a good practical choice for players who want stable tuning and simple setup without the extra maintenance of a floating tremolo system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a good choice for beginners, students and developing players who want a modern electric guitar with a rock and metal-friendly feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt also suits players who want an affordable second guitar for heavier sounds, practice, home recording or lessons. The dual humbucker setup makes it a sensible choice if you want thicker tones than you would get from a typical single-coil guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you want a traditional Strat-style sound, a tremolo bridge or vintage-style pickups, another model may suit you better. If you want a fixed-bridge Ibanez with 24 frets and a bold finish, the GRGR221PA is a strong option.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIbanez RG-style electric guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGio \/ GRG Series model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAqua Burst finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoplar Burl Art Grain top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOkoume body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaple neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBound Purpleheart fretboard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReversed White Sharktooth inlays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 medium frets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual IBZ-6 humbucking pickups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePassive ceramic pickup design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eF106 fixed bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMono-unit output jack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25.5\" \/ 648mm scale length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood choice for rock, metal, lead playing and lessons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: GRGR221PA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand: Ibanez\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: GRGR221PA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries: RG \/ Gio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstrument Type: Electric Guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour: Aqua Burst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody: Okoume\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTop: Poplar Burl Art Grain \/ Basswood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Type: GRG Maple Neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFretboard: Bound Purpleheart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInlays: Reversed White Sharktooth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrets: Medium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Frets: 24\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge: F106 Fixed Bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eString Spacing: 10.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Pickup: IBZ-6 Humbucker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge Pickup: IBZ-6 Humbucker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickup Type: Passive \/ Ceramic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory Tuning: 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eString Gauge: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardware Colour: Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Case: Ibanez M300C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Bag: Ibanez IGB540-BK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Use: Rock, Metal, Lessons, Practice, Lead Guitar, Rhythm Guitar and Home Recording\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale Length: 648mm \/ 25.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth at Nut: 43mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth at 24th Fret: 58mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness at 1st Fret: 19.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness at 12th Fret: 21.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRadius: 400mmR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 x Ibanez GRGR221PA RG Gio Electric Guitar – Aqua Burst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase, gig bag, strap, cable, tuner, stand and accessories are not included unless supplied separately as part of a bundle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIbanez recommends the 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