The Ibanez A528CMG is an electric guitar designed for modern styles and very low tunings, built to deliver control, comfort, and clarity. Part of the Alpha series, it stands out for its ergonomic and contemporary design, featuring a fast and stable neck that facilitates technical playing even in extended ranges. The multiscale construction improves tension and response on the lower strings while maintaining a natural feel on the higher strings.

Sound-wise, it is equipped with Fishman Fluence Modern pickups, capable of delivering everything from powerful, precise metal tones to cleaner, well-defined sounds just by switching voices. The hardware focuses on stability and reliability, ensuring solid tuning and string separation even under heavy use. Overall, this guitar is designed for players seeking clarity, punch, and professional performance in an 8-string format.

• Neck: Wizard AS-8 / 5pc Maple/Walnut neck
• Body: American basswood
• Fingerboard: Ebony
• Inlays: Offset mother-of-pearl dots
• Scale length: Multiscale (25.5" - 27.2")
• Radius: 508 mm
• Number of frets: 24
• Fret type: Jumbo stainless steel
• Nut: Graph Tech Black Tusq XL
• Nut width: 48 mm
• Pickup configuration: H/H
• Neck pickup: Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Alnico 9 (Alnico/Active)
• Bridge pickup: Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Ceramic 9 (Ceramic/Active)
• Hardware: Black
• Bridge: Mono-rail G2 bridge
• Strings: D'Addario EXL120-8
• String gauge: .009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042/.054/.065
• String tuning: 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E, 7B, 8F#
• Includes gig bag

When the Fishman Fluence Voicing switch is set to Voice 1 and the pickup selector is in the neck position, the full neck humbucker is active. In the middle position, both full humbuckers are active. In the bridge position, the full bridge humbucker is active. When the Fishman Fluence Voicing switch is set to Voice 2, the pickup arrangement is the same as Voice 1, with both pickups in Clear, airy chime, and Classic Hot Rod modes respectively. When the Fishman Fluence Voicing switch is set to Voice 3 and the pickup selector is in the neck position, only the inner coil of the neck pickup is active. In the middle position, only the inner coils of both pickups are active. In the bridge position, only the inner coil of the bridge pickup is active.

Alpha Series

As its name, ALPHA, symbolizes a beginning, this Ibanez series is no exception. The Ibanez Alpha is designed for the modern, innovative guitarist, featuring a truly unique and contemporary set of features. Its silhouette and ergonomic contours offer an unprecedented immersive playing experience. The Ibanez Alpha will not only change the way you play but will open new horizons for your music.