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Description

The Ibanez S521L-MOL is more than just an electric guitar—it's a streamlined powerhouse for musicians who demand both style and substance. With its sleek, lightweight body crafted from Meranti, this solid-body guitar offers a comfortable playing experience that doesn't sacrifice durability. The Wizard III maple neck provides a fast, smooth playing surface, perfect for those rapid-fire solos or intricate finger work.

The rosewood fingerboard with offset dot inlays and 24 jumbo frets ensures you have both the aesthetic appeal and the functional range to explore every musical possibility. Equipped with dual Quantum humbuckers, this guitar delivers a versatile sound palette, capable of everything from crisp, clean tones to rich, distorted roars. Whether you're strumming gentle ballads or shredding heavy riffs, the S521L-MOL's pickup configuration has you covered.

Its robust fixed bridge maintains rock-solid tuning stability, while the cosmo black hardware adds a touch of understated elegance. Fine-tune your sound with a single volume and tone control, giving you the simplicity to focus on your performance.

Key Features:

  • Body: Meranti
  • Neck: Maple with Wizard III profile
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood with offset dot inlays
  • Scale Length: 648 mm
  • Frets: 24 Jumbo
  • Pickups: 2 Quantum humbuckers
  • Controls: 1 Volume, 1 Tone
  • Bridge: Fixed
  • Hardware: Cosmo black

Product specs

Available since January 2014
Colour Natural
Body Meranti
Top None
Neck Maple
Fretboard Jatoba
Frets 24
Scale 648 mm
Pickups HH
Tremolo None
incl. Bag No
incl. Case No

FAQs

What is the neck profile like on the Ibanez S521L-MOL?

The Ibanez S521L-MOL features a Wizard III neck profile, known for its slim and fast feel, making it ideal for players who prefer quick and comfortable playability.

What kind of tones can I expect from the pickups on the Ibanez S521L-MOL?

The Ibanez S521L-MOL is equipped with HH pickups, providing a versatile range of tones suitable for rock, metal, and blues, offering both warm, rich sounds and sharp, cutting leads.

Is the Ibanez S521L-MOL suitable for beginners?

Yes, the Ibanez S521L-MOL is suitable for beginners due to its lightweight body and comfortable neck, making it easy to handle and play for extended periods.

Does the Ibanez S521L-MOL come with a tremolo system?

No, the Ibanez S521L-MOL does not include a tremolo system, which may appeal to players looking for a straightforward setup without the need for tremolo adjustments.

What materials are used in the construction of the Ibanez S521L-MOL?

The Ibanez S521L-MOL features a meranti body, a maple neck, and a jatoba fretboard, providing a balanced combination of durability and tonal characteristics.

Reviews

PROS

  • Extremely lightweight, making it ideal for extended playing sessions

  • Thin, fast neck enhances playability and comfort

  • Versatile 5-way switch offers a range of tonal options

  • Sustain is impressive despite the lightweight body

  • Natural satin finish is elegant and visually appealing

  • Reliable tuning stability, even in lower tunings

  • High-quality metal pickup frames and branded bridge

  • 24-fret board provides extended range for solos

  • Suitable for various music genres, from rock to metal

CONS

  • Some reports of neck dive, though not significant for all users

  • Occasional quality control issues, such as misaligned pickups

  • Soft body prone to scratches and dents with heavy use

  • Initial setup may require truss rod adjustments for optimal playability

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Live

Equipped with a Di Marzio Air Zone at the Bridge, and a Air Norton to the Neck, this was a modern rock machine, lightweight, and could be loud yet clean sound. Perfect for stage performances

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