Ibanez AR420 Electric Guitar - Black Mirage Gradation

Built on the legacy of Ibanez’s Artist (AR) series, the AR420 blends traditional design elements with contemporary reliability and versatility. Its flamed maple top over an Okoume body gives the guitar a rich, resonant voice and a striking visual presence under lights. A 3-piece maple set-in neck with a smooth heel delivers enhanced strength, sustain and upper-fret access, while the bound jatoba fingerboard contributes warm midrange and crisp highs that complement this guitar’s balanced tonal character. Dual Super 58 humbuckers with Tri-Sound switches expand your tonal options, making the AR420 great for everything from smooth cleans and vintage tones to expressive rock riffs.

Key Features

Body & Construction

• Flamed maple top with Okoume body for balanced, bright tone and eye-catching aesthetics.
• 3-piece maple set-in neck enhances resonance, sustain and stability.
• Bound jatoba fingerboard with acrylic & abalone block inlays offers rich midrange presence and smooth playability.
• Medium frets strike a great balance between rhythm comfort and lead precision.

Electronics & Tone

• Dual Super 58 humbucking pickups produce a warm, vintage-inspired tone with moderate output — ideal for blues, classic rock, and a wide array of musical styles.
• Two Tri-Sound switches let each humbucker cycle between three distinct voices (series, parallel, coil-split), dramatically expanding your tonal range without extra pedals or gear.
• 3-way pickup selector and traditional volume/tone controls make it easy to craft your sound on the fly.

Hardware

• Gibraltar Performer bridge ensures strong sustain, stable tuning and comfortable playability.
• Quik Change Classic tailpiece makes restringing fast and hassle-free.
• Gold hardware accents add a premium visual touch that complements the finish beautifully.

Finish & Style

• Black Mirage Gradation showcases the flamed maple top with depth and subtle visual flair — perfect for players who want classic looks with a modern edge.

Whether you’re drawn to vintage-tinged tones, dynamic rock voices, or expressive lead passages, the AR420 is a versatile choice for intermediate and experienced players alike. Its combination of classic design, playable neck profile, and flexible electronics makes it great for genres ranging from blues and jazz to rock and fusion.