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Description
When it comes to innovation and quality in the world of electric guitars, the Quest Standard Series QX52 Electric Guitar with Parallel Wizard Neck in Black Flat stands out. This stylish and high-quality instrument, brought to you by the reputable brand Ibanez, is designed to cater to the evolving needs of modern guitarists. The QX52 is part of Ibanez's groundbreaking Q or Quest series, a range that represents a new concept in guitar design. Rather than merely adapting an existing instrument into a headless design, Ibanez embarked on a quest to develop a completely new guitar from scratch. The result is a versatile and durable instrument that pushes the boundaries of traditional guitar design.The QX52 features a number of unique elements designed to enhance tone, performance, and playing comfort. These include custom-designed R1 single coil and Q58 humbucker pickups, a new monotone bridge, and a proprietary custom string locking mechanism. The guitar also boasts innovative 8-degree inward slanted frets, specifically tailored to benefit highly technical players.The Parallel Wizard neck, made from a 3-piece Roasted Maple/Bubinga construction, is 19mm thick throughout its entire length, providing an exceptional fretting-hand experience. This design is particularly beneficial for players who prefer a higher playing position. The neck's construction also ensures excellent stability and long-term durability.The QX52's fretboard is made from heat-treated Roasted Birdseye Maple, giving the guitar an exotic appearance and providing a balanced attack and rich sustain. The frets are made from Jescar EVO Gold, known for their bright tone, stunning appearance, and features such as long-lasting durability and smooth note bending.The guitar's body is made from Nyatoh, a wood that provides a rich mid-low end. The Q58 H-H pickups, designed specifically for use in headless guitars, deliver a clearly defined sound with excellent tonal balance across all frequencies. The lows are powerful without being muddy, and the highs are bright and clear, but never harsh.The QX52 also features a custom string lock for easy string changes and a Mono tune bridge for a wide intonation range. The dyna-MIX10 switching system with Alter Switch offers ten sound variations and can easily switch between humbucker and single coil modes. The guitar's ergonomic body design features strategically placed curves on both the top and back of the instrument for maximum playing comfort. Despite its compact and lightweight design, its non-chambered, solid body delivers a resonant sound with rich woody tones. The QX52 is a testament to Ibanez's commitment to innovation and quality, offering a diverse and versatile feature set that appeals to both modern, technical guitarists and those who may have never considered a headless guitar before. With the QX52, guitarists of all backgrounds can explore the full scope of their creative possibilities.
