The Ibanez QX52 from the Quest Series redefines guitar innovation with its headless design crafted from the ground up. Engineered for lightweight comfort and portability, this guitar suits the demands of today’s technical musicians seeking precision and versatility. Featuring ergonomic 8-degree slanted frets, custom Q58 pickups, and advanced Mono-Tune hardware, the QX52 unlocks a world of creative possibilities across all genres.

Main Features

• Parallel Wizard 3-piece Roasted Maple/Bubinga neck: Slim 19mm thickness throughout, offering exceptional comfort and stability for fluid playability at higher frets.
• Roasted Birdseye Maple fretboard: Heat-treated for durability, delivering balanced attack and rich sustain with an exotic finish.
• Jumbo Stainless Steel frets: Corrosion-resistant frets provide smooth articulation, clarity, and quick responsiveness across chords and single notes.
• Nyatoh body: Warm, rich mid-to-low tones complement technical playing styles perfectly.
• Q58 humbucking pickups: Designed specifically for headless guitars, these pickups offer noise-free, clear tonal output compatible with analogue and digital effects.
• Custom string lock system: One-piece construction enables hassle-free string changes without proprietary strings.
• Mono-Tune bridge: Adjustable intonation and string height with a lightweight saddle that enhances natural, organic tone.
• dyna-MIX10 switching system with Alter Switch: Offers 10 diverse sound configurations, including humbucker and single-coil modes. Power Tap delivers authentic single-coil tones within humbucker setups.
• Luminescent side dots: Glow-in-the-dark fret markers improve visibility for night or stage performance.
• Includes custom Ibanez gig bag: Safeguard your instrument with a tailored bag designed for secure transport.

Why Choose the Ibanez QX52?

Designed for speed, ergonomic comfort, and tonal versatility, the QX52 suits guitarists pushing boundaries in progressive metal, jazz fusion, and experimental music. Its innovative slanted frets and headless construction create a uniquely responsive playing experience matched by professional-level tone.

Ibanez QX52 Specifications

• Neck type: Parallel Wizard 3pc Roasted Maple/Bubinga
• Body: Nyatoh
• Fretboard: Roasted Birdseye Maple with Mother of Pearl offset dot inlays
• Frets: 24 Jumbo Stainless Steel
• Bridge: Ibanez Mono-Tune
• String spacing: 10.8mm
• Pickups: Q58 (H) passive ceramic neck and bridge
• Factory tuning: 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E
• Strings: D'Addario® EXL110 (.010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046)
• Hardware colour: Cosmo black

Neck Dimensions

• Scale length: 648mm (25.5")
• Nut width: 42mm
• Width at 24th fret: 57mm
• Thickness at 1st fret: 19mm
• Thickness at 12th fret: 19mm
• Radius: 508mm

Frequently Asked Questions ➤ What makes the Ibanez QX52’s headless design beneficial? The headless design significantly reduces the guitar’s weight and overall length, improving portability and balance. It also enhances tuning stability and eliminates headstock-related issues, ideal for technical playing styles. ➤ How does the slanted fret design improve playability? The 8-degree inward slant on the frets aligns more naturally with the guitarist’s fingers, promoting greater comfort and precision, especially during fast or complex passages. ➤ Are the pickups suitable for effects pedals and digital processing? Yes, the custom Q58 humbucking pickups offer clear, noise-free output compatible with both analogue and digital effects, making them highly versatile for various tones and genres. ➤ Can I change strings easily without special tools or strings? Absolutely. The custom string lock is a one-piece design that allows quick, hassle-free string changes without requiring proprietary strings or complicated tools. ➤ Does the guitar come with any protective accessories? Yes, the Ibanez QX52 comes with a custom gig bag designed to offer secure storage and protection while transporting your instrument.

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