Factory-installed nuts and tuners are often considered inadequate and may require replacement for optimal performance.

Common issues include microphonic pickups, which may need repotting after decades of use.

Cleaning and polishing the tuning pegs and applying contact cleaner to the pots can improve functionality after years of use.

Original finish tends to be paper-thin and easily worn, making refinishing a common consideration for owners.

The original bridge is prone to corrosion, but replacements are hard to find; a Tele-spaced bridge from StewMac is an option, albeit slightly too wide.

The finish on some models is described as a transparent brown, which may differ from the more common finishes seen on these guitars.

The bridge pickup is praised for its sweet tone but the neck pickup can sound muddy, limiting its versatility.

The guitar includes a phase switch for tonal versatility, appealing to those emulating Peter Green's style.

The humbuckers are described as low output but excel under high gain, making them suitable for classic 80s riffs and jazz.

The neck's vintage-style radius can feel like a "baseball bat," contrasting with modern, flatter fretboards.

Owners note the guitar excels in rhythm playing but struggles with heavier lead parts.

Despite claims of rarity, owners have identified multiple known examples, suggesting that while uncommon, the SB70 is not as rare as sometimes advertised.

Rumored that the SB70 was assembled using parts from two different Ibanez models, contributing to its unique build and rare availability.

The SB70 is recognized for its suitability for old blues songs, indicating a tonal quality that complements this genre well.