Description
A Road Star and a Road Dawg! 80s MIJ Ibanez Roadstar II RS520 with a locking nut/tremolo system, $649!
The Ibanez Roadstar II RS520 is a solid-body electric guitar introduced in 1984, manufactured in Japan by FujiGen. This model is part of the Roadstar II series, known for its versatile design and quality craftsmanship. The RS520 features a sleek body with a double-cutaway design, providing easy access to the upper frets.
Type: Solid-Body Electric Guitar
Body Material: Basswood
Neck Material: 1-Piece Maple
Fingerboard: Rosewood with Pearl Dot Inlays
Scale Length: 25.5 inches (648 mm)
Number of Frets: 24
Pickups: Ibanez IBZ Humbuckers (Neck and Bridge)
Controls: Two Volume Knobs, Master Tone Knob, 3-Way Toggle Pickup Selector, Two Push-Push Duo Sound Coil-Split Switches
Bridge: Pro Rock’r Tremolo
Hardware Color: Gold
Finish: Black
Country of Manufacture: Japan
Functionality: The RS520’s dual Ibanez IBZ humbucking pickups deliver a powerful and balanced tone suitable for various musical genres. The push-push Duo Sound switches allow for coil-splitting, providing access to single-coil tones for added versatility. The Pro Rock’r tremolo system offers smooth pitch modulation, and the 24-fret rosewood fingerboard accommodates a wide range of playing styles.
Notable Features:
- Duo Sound Coil-Splitting: Enables quick switching between humbucker and single-coil sounds.
- Pro Rock’r Tremolo System: Provides stable tuning and expressive vibrato effects.
- Sleek Aesthetics: Gold hardware and multiple finish options enhance visual appeal.
