I see this getting asked a lot, and people asking what a set of specs would be called, so I'd spend a few minutes explaining, according to what I know.Ibanez model numbers, by and large, follow a fairly consistent naming structure that hasn't changed greatly over time. Signature models are slightly different creatures, as are some of the more esoteric models in the range, but I'll come to those.The first part of any Ibanez model number is the model name. Such as RG, S, SZ etc.AR = Artist models. Similar to the Yamaha SG series.AX = Double cut LP style model. Normally fixed bridges, either TOM or flatmounts.DTX - Destroyer - similar to a Gibson Explorer but smaller bodied.EDR - Ergodyne Models. Luthite body, which was a funny combination of sawdust and glue.FR = Tele style singlecutIC - Iceman modelRG = The RG, short for Rock Guitar.RGA = Carved top version of the RG.
(Commonly described with the misnomer RG Arched)Radius - What became the JS model - aerofoil type body, ultra contoured.S = Saber series. Ultra slim mahogany bodied guitars.SA = Similar to the S series with flat backs for more traditional feel and come with synchronised trems.SF = S series fitted with TOM style fixed bridge.SV = Newest addition to the S series. Similar to the normal S but with the new Synchroni-ZR trem.
This form of serial numbering is still used today on guitars where the number is impressed into the back of the headstock. A761356 - The 1356th guitar produced in January '76, hope that helps Jul 21, 2015 Ibanez Music. The Epiphone serial number decoder currently supports 12 serial number formats from 25 factories. Vintage numbers from 1932 to 1970 are supported. Serial numbers from 70' and 80's era Epiphone guitars made in Japan are not supported. This serial checker supports Epiphone, Fender, Gibson, Ibanez and Yamaha however not all serials will produce a result but it's a good place to start if you are trying to find out more info about your guitar.
Only MIJ Prestige just now.SZ = Heavyweight of the S series. Much thicker mahogany body generally topped with flame/quilt maple, TOM bridges.SZR = Replaces the SZ, slightly more contoured on the back.XP - Xiphos models. Warrior type pointiness.There's obviously a million more but you get it the idea and this is just an outline. Bass models follow similar naming conventions.The next part is any pre- or suffixes to the name.A 'G' prefix denotes the budget GiO range, generally chinese made versions of the more advanced models.An 'S' suffix (i.e SAS36) denotes a set neck construction where it is not normally part of the range.A 'T' suffix denotes neck thru construction, like on the RGT and XPT models.An 'X' suffix generally indicates a slightly stripped model of something, for example the ICX or ARX, which are less elegant models of the Iceman and Artist, specifically.The next part is numbers. For the most part these can be split into several section.
For current production models, the first digit is the series number which indicates the quality. In the case of four digit number the first two indicate a higher still quality, with some exceptions. (See below).So an RG15xx is higher quality than an RG3xx, which in turn is higher quality than a GRG1xx.The next number after the series number is the pickup arrangement.A '1' denotes a single pickup.A '2' denotes two humbuckers.A '5' denotes a hum-sing-hum arrangement mounted on a pickguard.A '6' denotes a single-single-humbucker arrangement.A '7' denotes a hum-sing-hum arrangement directly-mounted to the body.Exceptions - The RG565 is the only exception I can think of, but due to its strange ending number I think the '65' was designed to denote its particular weirdness. Ibanez have never produced anything else with that arrangement so perhaps they were relying on its uniquity.The last number dictates what sort of bridge the guitar will have.A '0' is a vibrato of some description. Anything goes, from TRS to LoPro to SAT-20.A '1' is a fixed bridge, either flatmount or TOM.Exceptions - The FR1620 comes with the new 'Tight End' bridge, which is technically a fixed unit. I can't decide if this is simply an oversight or they consider the Tight End to be 'above' a standard fixed bridge.Seven and eight string models skewer this system somewhat. From 2001 onwards Ibanez have shown a preference for denoting a seven string by replacing the last digit with a seven, ignoring bridge type.
Examples would be the RG1077, RG2027, and the XPT707. It appears they did this to avoid confusion with seven string models being mistaken as higher-end guitar models. Guitars like the RG7620 and th RG7321 kept their designations because they were already in production.Finally we get to suffixes before the colour code.There are several:'X' denotes a piezo equipped model. These exist in both fixed and tremolo versions.' GK' denotes the Roland GK system.'
XL' denotes an Extended Scale of 27'.' P' denotes Pyramid inlays.' EX' seems to denote 'extreme' or 'extra'. In some instances it seems part of the model name (RGT6EX) while in others it seems to mean a metal scratchplate (RG550EX, RG1550EX)'FX' denotes a fixed bridge, e.g.
M' denotes a mahogany body where there would not normally be one, e.g. RG7620M or RG321M.' L' denotes a left handed model. This comes at the end of any other suffixes, before the colour code.A few models don't follow these rules, such as some G models (like the GAX30), the Jetking range of models and limited editions like the RG Extremes, RG Gigers, etc.Older models are named slightly different, for example before 2001 seven strings were named with a '7' before the rest of the model number.By and large the 'quality number' denoted country of manufacture. A '2' meant China, a '3' Korea and numbers above that Japanese.This is by no means definitive and like all things on the internet should be taken with a massive pinch of salt.Hope it helps! I'll start with pickup configurations.10 single Bridge HB.20 dual HB rear route.30 Three Single coils (seen both rear and front route).40 HSS Rear route.50 HSH frount route.60 HSS front route.65 H S rear route.70 HSH rear routei'll then do model numbers.
However Ibanez has been increasinly less strict about model numbers1. Non MIJ made with traditionial trem2. Non MIJ made. Typically hardtail3. Non MIJ made Either floyd or hardtail Usually Indonesian or chinese4. MIJ made (in the past now usually korean) however with low quality trem (lo-trs)5. MIJ made.6.
Mij made typically Japanese production only7. MIJ made better cosmetics than 5. line8.
MIJ made basses (in the past)1. Current Prestige line Mij made for rgs. MIK for some s's and all current basses with exception of SR 20th2. Current prestige line. Some finer appointments than 1. line mainly cosmetics.3.
MIJ. Finer appointments. Most evident with SR3000 line which was mij and bartoloni pickups equiped. Often have nicer body woods as well8. J custom models.
Best quality Ibanez currently makes.miscalaneousex=in the early nineties it stood for expirimental. At the time Ibanez refused to put RG on any korean guitars due to less quality. If only they did that now. Usually now ex stands for exclusive (some stores have exclusive rights to some models) or in some cases extremedx= deluxe some finer cosmetics or special features. (very evident with 770dx)m= maple fretboardxx= 20th anniversary.1= hardtail (example is an rg 321 is a korean made dual hb guitar which is hardtail).7 = 7string (depends on model)7. = 7string (it depends on model)This system does not hold true as much for the newer models.
Especially regarding the S series which with the exception of the 24 fret Prestiges are all korean made.Some more modelsRT- A throw at a more classic like RG model. 22 frets, turtoise or whatever its call pickguards, etc.P/PII - Power model. The original Power was a crossbreed of an RG and an S.
The Power II was a very extreme design with a 45mm Nut (wider than normal neck)R- Radius. To add onto what stitch missed it also featured the ultra neck which was more like a standard strat shape.PL- Proline series.
Included everything from an RR copy to super strats. Discontinued in mid 80s prior to Ibanez lauching thier current lines in 87.I can go further but don't feel like itPerhaps I should continue working on this and actually finish it. Include all the the models from 1987 on. Hell even the color codes. Sadly I know most of it just never actually finished it. ##7# = 3 Pickups (p/u) H-S-H-##6# = 3 p/u H-S-S-##5# = 3 p/u H-S-H-##2# = 2 p/u H-H-##1# = 1 p/u HVS.10 single Bridge HB.20 dual HB rear route.30 Three Single coils (seen both rear and front route).40 HSS Rear route.50 HSH frount route.60 HSS front route.65 H S rear route.70 HSH rear routeThough I must say some S series with the.40 model number are HH instead OF HSS or HSH instead HSS.
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But S series tends to pretty much do what it wantsBut obviously a unified model thread is the best way to. Especially since atleast two of us are pretty thrashed right now. ##7# = 3 Pickups (p/u) H-S-H-##6# = 3 p/u H-S-S-##5# = 3 p/u H-S-H-##2# = 2 p/u H-H-##1# = 1 p/u HVS.10 single Bridge HB.20 dual HB rear route.30 Three Single coils (seen both rear and front route).40 HSS Rear route.50 HSH frount route.60 HSS front route.65 H S rear route.70 HSH rear routeThough I must say some S series with the.40 model number are HH instead OF HSS or HSH instead HSS.
But S series tends to pretty much do what it wantsBut obviously a unified model thread is the best way to. Especially since atleast two of us are pretty thrashed right now.
Ibanez Collectors World: Serial-numbers of ARTWOODS from 1978 to 1983Serial-numbers of ARTWOODS from 1978. »»Serial-numbers of ARTWOODS from 1978 to 1983«»AuthorMessageUsername: WolleschmidtRegistered: 11-2006Posted on Tuesday, August 14, 2007 - 3:46 pm: Hello. I playing Ibanez since 1978 and I got several Ibanez. At the Moment I got three Artwoods from about 1979. I made a little homepage -and now I am searching other owners to start a list of their serial-numbers. I am interessing in Artwoods from the first and the second series.There are the AW-100, AW-90, AW-95, AW-70, AW-75, AW-60, AW-40, AW-30, AW-20, AW-25 - look:Than there are the AW-120, AW-160, AW-200 - look:Than there are the AW-70 LTD, AW-120 LTD, AW-160 LTD, AW-200 LTD - sorry no prospekt, but they existThan the second serie there are the AW-80, AW-60, AW-20, AW-30, AW-40, AW-50, AW-25 und AW-35 - look: andI need the modell, the serial and the owner.
Any Artwood for sell, give me a note. Thanks for support.
WolfgangUsername: ChazmoRegistered: 3-2007Posted on Thursday, August 16, 2007 - 12:21 am: Wolfgang,I own a 1981 AW-75. Branded in the wood at the base of the neck block, visible from inside the soundhole, are the following two lines:O810098AW-75The first 'O' in the branded serial number is likely the factory code for Owari Asahi (i.e., not a zero). It is also likely that mine was the 98th guitar (or, perhaps, just the neck) built in that factory in 1981.The soundhole label itself has no serial number, but lists the model number again, as follows:Ibanez(R)artwood seriesHand crafted from select solidwoods in Owari Asahi JapanMODEL NO: AW-75 MADE IN JAPAN(printed signature of M. Honda)I bought it on 13-Aug-1981 (new) from Sam Ash music stores for $380.00(US) + 7% sales tax (New York). It was the only AW-75 I ever saw in the New York stores where I shopped.If you ever choose to sell any of your Artwoods, Wolfgang - particularly the AW-70 LT - please let me know.Username: WolleschmidtRegistered: 11-2006Posted on Saturday, August 18, 2007 - 9:45 am: Hello Chazmo.I want to sell my AW70:Can send more photos and informations, if you want. I need your mail-adress. RegardsUsername: ChazmoRegistered: 3-2007Posted on Saturday, August 18, 2007 - 12:02 pm: ^ I sent you email, Wolfgang!Username: WolleschmidtRegistered: 11-2006Posted on Sunday, August 19, 2007 - 8:46 pm: Here is the list:First Series:IBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-60 (90507021) - GermanyIBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-60DM (91012032) - GermanyIBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-70 (0305127) - JapanIBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-70DM (0103119) - GermanyIBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-75 (0810098) - USAIBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-70LTD (91101300) - GermanyIBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-120 (8010060) - GermanySecond Series:IBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-30 (83060168D) - GermanyThanks for helping.
I hope it grows. RegardsUsername: WolleschmidtRegistered: 11-2006Posted on Monday, August 20, 2007 - 5:09 am: Here is the list:First Series:IBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-60 (90507021) - GermanyIBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-60DM (91012032) - GermanyIBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-70 (0305127) - JapanIBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-70DM (0103119) - GermanyIBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-75 (0810098) - USAIBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-70LTD (91101300) - GermanyIBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-90 (90507269) - U.K. 3-piece back(?)IBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-120 (8010060) - GermanySecond Series:IBANEZ ARTWOOD AW-30 (83060168D) - GermanyThanks for helping. I hope it grows.
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RegardsUsername: WolleschmidtRegistered: 11-2006Posted on Monday, August 20, 2007 - 1:38 pm: The list grows:.First Series:ARTWOOD AW-60 (90507021) - GermanyARTWOOD AW-60DM (91012032) - GermanyARTWOOD AW-70 (0305127) - JapanARTWOOD AW-70DM (0103119) - GermanyARTWOOD AW-75 (0810098) - USAARTWOOD AW-90 (90507269) - U.K. 3-piece back(?)ARTWOOD AW-120 (8010060) - GermanyARTWOOD AW-70LTD - 105th of 120 (91101300) - GermanyARTWOOD AW-70LTD - 24th of 120 (91101228) - Germany.Second Series:ARTWOOD AW-30 (83060168D) - Germany.Thanks for helping.
RegardsUsername: WolleschmidtRegistered: 11-2006Posted on Tuesday, August 21, 2007 - 9:13 am: The one I have says, 'Ibanez Artwood SeriesHand crafted from select solid woods in Owari Asahi Japan'The serial number is 0608045 AW-60The list grows:.First Series:ARTWOOD AW-60 (90507021) - GermanyARTWOOD AW-60 (0608045) - U.S.A.ARTWOOD AW-60DM (91012032) - GermanyARTWOOD AW-70 (0305127) - JapanARTWOOD AW-70DM (0103119) - GermanyARTWOOD AW-75 (0810098) - U.S.A.ARTWOOD AW-90 (90507269) - U.K. Asesinato en el canadian express pdf. 3-piece back(?)ARTWOOD AW-120 (8010060) - GermanyARTWOOD AW-70LTD - 105th of 120 (91101300) - GermanyARTWOOD AW-70LTD - 24th of 120 (91101228) - Germany.Second Series:ARTWOOD AW-30 (83060168D) - Germany.Thanks for helping.