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Description

Unleash your creativity with the Ibanez RG9QM, a powerhouse designed for musicians who dare to explore beyond the standard six-string. As part of the esteemed RG series, this extended-range guitar offers an expansive tonal palette that caters to modern virtuosos and progressive metal enthusiasts alike. The RG9QM is crafted with precision, featuring a stunning quilted maple top and a basswood body, delivering both aesthetic appeal and sonic versatility.

The 9-string setup provides the depth and range needed for intricate compositions and thunderous riffs, while the Wizard-9 neck ensures smooth playability and comfort. Its fingerboard is engineered for speed, making it ideal for shredding solos and complex chord progressions. Additionally, the dual Quantum humbucking pickups deliver a robust and articulate sound, capturing every nuance of your performance with clarity.

The Ibanez RG9QM also includes a fixed bridge to ensure stability and sustain, allowing you to focus on your music without the distraction of constant tuning adjustments. Whether you're in the studio or on stage, this guitar is your gateway to new musical territories.

Key Features:

  • Extended 9-string range for versatile play
  • Quilted maple top with a basswood body for striking looks and balanced tone
  • Wizard-9 neck for fast playability and comfort
  • Dual Quantum humbucking pickups for clear and powerful output
  • Fixed bridge for enhanced tuning stability and sustain

Product specs

Brand Ibanez
Model RG9QM-BI Standard
Finish Black Ice
Year 2014 - 2018
Made In Indonesia
Categories Solid Body Electric Guitars
Body Material Basswood
Body Shape S-Style
Body Type Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type String-Through
Color Family Black
Finish Features Matching Headstock
Finish Style Gloss
Fretboard Material Jatoba
Model Family Ibanez RG
Neck Construction Bolt-On
Neck Material Maple, Walnut
Number of Frets 24
Number of Strings 9-String
Pickup Configuration HH
Right / Left Handed Right Handed
Series Ibanez Standard
Top Material Maple
Wood Top Style Quilted

FAQs

How does the Ibanez RG9QM handle extended range tuning stability?

The Ibanez RG9QM features a string-through bridge and bolt-on neck, which help maintain tuning stability across its nine strings, even when using low tunings typical for extended range guitars.

What type of pickups are included in the Ibanez RG9QM, and what tones can they produce?

The Ibanez RG9QM is equipped with HH (humbucker-humbucker) pickups, providing a versatile range of tones from warm, full-bodied sounds to sharp, aggressive outputs suitable for metal and progressive genres.

Is the Ibanez RG9QM suitable for beginners interested in extended range guitars?

While the Ibanez RG9QM offers advanced features like nine strings and a complex tonal range, it might be more suitable for experienced players familiar with extended range instruments.

What is the neck profile of the Ibanez RG9QM like?

The Ibanez RG9QM features a thin and fast Wizard-9 neck profile, designed for easy playability and comfort, especially beneficial for technical playing styles.

Does the Ibanez RG9QM work well for genres outside of metal?

Yes, while the Ibanez RG9QM excels in metal and progressive genres due to its extended range and powerful pickups, its tonal versatility also makes it suitable for rock, fusion, and experimental music.

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Vincent Denis - At Dusk (9 string guitar / Ibanez RG9QM)

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Vincent Denis

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NAMM 2016 Ibanez RG9-QM - 9 String Guitar Demo

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Vincent Denis - By Dawn (9 string guitar / Ibanez RG9QM)

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Vincent Denis

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First Time Playing A 9 STRING GUITAR (Ibanez RG9QM)

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Jimmy Franklin

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Ibanez RG9QM.

Setup and maintenance

  • Factory suggested D'addario bass strings for 8th and 9th fail to fit through ferrules; drilling recommended to widen holes slightly.

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  • Dual truss rods should be adjusted within a half turn of each other for optimal neck balance and action.

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  • Single-scale design impacts string bending on high strings; consider custom sets for varied tension across strings.

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  • Saddle adjustments can help lower action on high strings, which may alleviate bending issues.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Drilling ferrules slightly resolves string fit issues; quick process, taking just a minute.

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  • La Bella HRS 90 strings suggested as an alternative for improved string fit without modification.

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  • Custom string sets from brands like Kalium offer flexibility in tension but may alter tonal balance if not carefully selected.

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User experience

  • Owners frequently modify their guitars, with drilling for string fitment being a common quick fix.

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  • Extended range guitars with single-scale length face challenges in balancing string tension, influencing playability preferences.

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See how Jared Dines uses Ibanez RG9QM

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In this video showing his entire collection, hes got one of these. the strings had been all cut off from his last video "anti djent song" which, he cut off all strings but the high e and recorded a song and hadnt replaced them yet.

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