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Description
Step into a new dimension of guitar playing with the Ibanez Tim Henson 8-string electric guitar, crafted to meet the demands of modern progressive music. Designed in collaboration with Polyphia's guitar virtuoso, this instrument blends innovative technology and exceptional craftsmanship to deliver a versatile playing experience. With its multi-scale neck, this guitar ensures optimal tension across all strings, enhancing playability and tonal balance from the lowest to the highest notes.
The Ibanez Tim Henson 8-string is equipped with high-output pickups that capture every nuance of your performance, providing a rich, detailed sound that cuts through any mix. The sleek design of the neck, combined with a flat fretboard, allows for swift, comfortable transitions across all eight strings, making it ideal for complex fingerwork and intricate riffs. Whether you're a seasoned shredder or exploring the extended range for the first time, this guitar offers the perfect platform for experimentation and expression.
Built with precision in mind, the hardware and components ensure durability and consistency. The locking tuners provide tuning stability, even with the added string tension, while the bridge enhances sustain and intonation. This guitar is not just an instrument; it's a tool for creativity, pushing the boundaries of what you can achieve in your music.
Key Features:
- 8-string electric guitar designed in collaboration with Tim Henson
- Multi-scale neck for balanced tension and playability
- High-output pickups for rich, detailed sound
- Flat fretboard for comfortable, fast play
- Locking tuners for enhanced tuning stability
- Durable hardware for consistent performance
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Setup and maintenance
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The first version of Tim Henson’s signature guitar reportedly had unplayable factory intonation issues, impacting its initial reception.
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Comparisons
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The TOD10N is described as a hybrid between an electric and classical guitar, with a resonant hollow body and higher action, unlike earlier solid body nylon models.
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Build quality
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Concerns about wood durability due to humidity and temperature changes are noted, especially for users transitioning from solid body guitars.
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In this video, you can see Tim using an 8 string model of his THBB10, not yet released to the public. It is thought to be a model built for him by the Ibanez Custom Shop. Mentioned as a part of the rig in recording the 2022 album "Remember That You Will Die", according to an interview published in November 2022 issue of Guitar World.
I played my signatures — the THBB8 and the THBB10. There was an AZ seven-string and an AZ prototype. Oh, and I played my new signature prototype, but I can’t talk about that right now.
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