Ibanez A528 IPT Alpha 8-String Electric Guitar Iron Pewter

Modern eight-string control with balanced tension and comfort

The Ibanez A528 Alpha is built for players who demand clarity and control across extended range tunings. Its multi-scale design balances string tension from the low register through to the highs, keeping the feel consistent and the response tight. The Parallel Wizard AS neck maintains a slim, even profile with a subtle asymmetry that sits naturally in the hand, making wide stretches, fast passages, and technical techniques feel more intuitive.

An American basswood body provides a neutral, responsive foundation, while the ebony fretboard and jumbo stainless steel frets add snap, precision, and long-term durability. Fishman Fluence Modern pickups deliver multiple voicings, shifting from aggressive high-output tones to cleaner, more articulate sounds without noise. Alpha-series contours and the refined neck joint improve balance and upper-fret access for long, focused sessions.

At Riffs & Licks Music, we think the A528 is a confident eight-string built for modern players who value tone, stability, and thoughtful ergonomics.

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