Ibanez GRX40-BKN GIO Series Electric Guitar
Brand
IBANEZ
Overview
The Ibanez GIO Series GRX40-BKN Electric Guitar is a stylish and versatile beginner-friendly instrument designed for players seeking reliable performance and flexible tone options at an affordable price. Part of the popular Ibanez GIO lineup, this model delivers the brand’s renowned playability and quality craftsmanship, making it ideal for new and developing guitarists.
Finished in Black Night (BKN), the GRX40 combines a lightweight poplar body, smooth maple neck, and versatile HSS pickup configuration to handle everything from clean melodies to high-gain rock tones with ease.
Key Features
- Ibanez GIO Series electric guitar
- Black Night gloss finish
- Lightweight poplar body
- Maple bolt-on neck with GRX profile
- Jatoba fretboard with 22 medium frets
- HSS pickup configuration for wide tonal range
- Infinity R humbucker bridge pickup
- Infinity RS single-coil neck and middle pickups
- T106 tremolo bridge
- Chrome hardware for durability
Versatile Sound Performance
The HSS pickup configuration offers exceptional versatility, combining crisp single-coil clarity with the thicker output of a bridge humbucker. This setup allows players to explore multiple genres including rock, pop, blues, funk, and heavier styles.
The 5-way pickup selector makes switching between tones quick and simple during practice or live performance.
Comfortable for Beginners
The GRX maple neck is designed for smooth and comfortable playability, making chord transitions and lead playing easier for beginners. Its slim neck profile and 25.5-inch scale length provide a familiar and balanced feel.
The jatoba fretboard adds warmth and definition to the overall tone while maintaining long-term durability.
Reliable Hardware
The T106 tremolo bridge offers expressive vibrato possibilities while maintaining dependable tuning stability for daily practice and performances. Combined with Ibanez’s reliable hardware setup, the GRX40 provides strong performance consistency.
Ideal For
- Beginner guitarists
- Students learning electric guitar
- Home practice
- Rock and pop players
- Music schools
- Intermediate players seeking an affordable backup guitar
Specifications
- Model: GRX40-BKN
- Series: GIO
- Body: Poplar
- Neck: Maple (Bolt-on)
- Neck Type: GRX
- Fretboard: Jatoba
- Frets: 22 Medium
- Scale Length: 648 mm (25.5")
- Nut Width: 42 mm
- Fretboard Radius: 305 mm
- Neck Pickup: Infinity RS Single-Coil
- Middle Pickup: Infinity RS Single-Coil
- Bridge Pickup: Infinity R Humbucker
- Bridge: T106 Tremolo
- Controls: 1 Volume, 1 Tone, 5-Way Selector
- Hardware Finish: Chrome
- Dimensions: Approx. 983 mm × 317 mm × 44 mm
- Weight: Approx. 3.4 kg
Why Choose the Ibanez GIO GRX40-BKN?
The Ibanez GIO Series GRX40-BKN is an excellent entry-level electric guitar offering trusted Ibanez build quality, versatile sound options, and beginner-friendly comfort. With its stylish finish, flexible pickup system, and reliable hardware, it is a great choice for players starting their musical journey or expanding their collection with a versatile instrument.
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