Ibanez RG5328 Prestige – 8‑String (LDK) (inc. Hardshell Case)
The Ibanez RG5328 Prestige is a flagship 8‑string from the revered Ibanez 5000 Series, engineered for players expanding into extended‑range territory.
27" Scale • Ash Body • Wizard‑8 Neck • Fusion Edge 8 Pickups
Designed and built in Japan, this model is crafted for elite performance, boasting exceptional clarity, stability, and ergonomic playability across all eight strings. Its 27-inch baritone scale, resonant Ash body, and high‑output DiMarzio Fusion Edge 8 pickups make it perfect for progressive metal, djent, technical metal, and ambient extended‑range styles.
The RG5328 upholds the Prestige tradition of Precision, Performance, and Playability – blending cutting‑edge manufacturing with refined Japanese craftsmanship.
Ash Body: Bright, Resonant & Articulate
The solid ash body delivers:
- Bright, clear attack
- Open midrange detail
- Long sustain
- A highly responsive foundation for low‑tuned riffing
This tonewood keeps every register – from the high strings to the deepest low F – tight, balanced, and expressive.
Wizard‑8 5‑Piece Maple/Wenge Neck
A hallmark of the RG Prestige line, the Wizard‑8 neck profile is:
- Extremely thin and fast
- Built from 5‑piece Maple/Wenge for rigidity
- Ideal for complex, technical playing across an extended range
- Full 27" baritone scale for proper low‑string tension
Multi‑string players rely on the Wizard neck for fatigue‑free performance and precision.
Macassar Ebony Fingerboard + Jumbo Stainless Steel Frets
The Macassar ebony fretboard provides:
- Tight lows and focused mids
- Fast transient response
- Clear highs perfect for percussive technique
Paired with 24 jumbo stainless steel frets and the Prestige fret‑edge treatment, the RG5328 ensures silky‑smooth movement across all positions with superior durability.
DiMarzio Fusion Edge 8 Humbuckers (HH) + Coil‑Tap
Designed in collaboration with DiMarzio specifically for 8‑string instruments, the Fusion Edge 8 pickups deliver:
- Tight, compressed low end
- Cutting high‑end definition
- Zero muddy mids
- Outstanding clarity even in deep tunings
The coil‑tap switch expands your tonal range, offering single‑coil‑like brightness for cleans and textured rhythm work.
Gibraltar Standard II‑8 Bridge + Gotoh MG‑T Locking Tuners
The RG5328 features:
- Gibraltar Standard II‑8 fixed bridge – maximum sustain and stable intonation
- Gotoh MG‑T locking tuners – fast string changes, enhanced tuning stability
A rock-solid setup for players who rely on precision and consistency.
In addition to this, Luminlay side dots ensure visibility on the darkest stages, whilst a Prestige hardshell case is included for superior protection during travel and storage
