Ibanez SML721-MAM S Electric Guitar, Midnight Arctic Ocean Matte (NEW)
The Ibanez SML721 is a standout model in the iconic S Series, offering a sleek, lightweight design crafted from durable nyatoh wood. Its slim Wizard 5-piece Maple/Walnut neck and jumbo stainless steel frets deliver fast, smooth playability, making it ideal for guitarists who demand both comfort and speed. Engineered by the Axe Design Lab, this 7-string guitar embodies innovation and versatility, perfect for dynamic performance and creative studio work.
Main Features
- Wizard 5pc Maple/Walnut Neck: Thin and flat for effortless, speedy playing with excellent strength
- Rosewood Fretboard: Produces warm mids and clear highs for a well-balanced tone
- Jumbo Stainless Steel Frets: Corrosion resistant and smooth for articulate bends and fast action
- Nyatoh Body: Rich mid-low frequencies with natural sustain, enhancing your overall sound
- Q58 Humbucking Pickups: Designed specifically for headless guitars, offering clear tone across all frequencies with minimal noise—ideal for both digital and analogue effects
- Gotoh MG-T Locking Machine Heads: Provide stable tuning and quick string changes
- Mono-Rail Bridge: Minimises string cross-talk, boosting clarity and sustain
- dyna-MIX10 Switching System with Alter Switch: Offers ten versatile tone options, including authentic single-coil sounds from humbucking pickups
- Luminescent Side Dots: Ensure clear fretboard visibility on dark stages
Specifications
- Neck Type: Wizard 5pc Maple/Walnut
- Body: Nyatoh
- Fretboard: Rosewood with white step offset dot inlays
- Frets: Jumbo Stainless Steel, 24 frets
- Bridge: Mono-Rail bridge
- String Spacing: 10.8mm
- Pickups: Q58 Passive Ceramic humbuckers (neck & bridge)
- Factory Tuning: 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E, 7B
- Strings: D'Addario® EXL110 (gauge .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046)
- Hardware Colour: Gold
Neck Dimensions
- Scale Length: 648mm / 25.5' – 635mm / 25.0'
- Nut Width: 43mm
- Width at 24th Fret: 58mm
- Thickness: 18mm at 1st fret, 20mm at 12th fret
- Radius: 400mm
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What makes the Ibanez SML721 suitable for 7-string playing?
The SML721 features a Wizard 5pc Maple/Walnut neck designed for fast playability and stability, paired with a wider fretboard and scale lengths ideal for 7-string tuning. Its Q58 humbuckers and dyna-MIX10 switching system provide versatile tones specifically tailored to 7-string performance.
➤ How does the dyna-MIX10 switching system work?
This system offers ten different tonal combinations by switching between humbucker and single-coil sounds, allowing players to easily access a wide range of tones, including authentic single-coil textures from dual humbucker pickups.
➤ Is the Ibanez SML721 suitable for live performances on dark stages?
Yes, it features luminescent side dots that glow in low-light conditions, ensuring accurate finger positioning when playing under stage lighting.
➤ What type of wood is used in the body and neck?
The body is crafted from nyatoh, which provides rich mid-low frequencies and natural sustain. The neck is constructed from a 5-piece combination of Maple and Walnut for strength and smooth playability.
➤ Are the tuning machines reliable for consistent tuning?
Absolutely, the Gotoh MG-T locking machine heads provide exceptional tuning stability and allow for faster string changes, making them ideal for both studio and live environments.
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