Ibanez GRGR131EX-BKF GIO Electric - Black Flat

Ibanez GRGR131EX-BKF GIO Electric - Black Flat

The Ibanez GRGR131EX-BKF GIO Electric - Black Flat is a sleek, metal-inspired electric guitar designed for players who want aggressive styling, versatile tones and comfortable playability at an accessible price. Part of Ibanez's popular GIO series, this six-string electric guitar combines a lightweight poplar body, a fast maple neck and dual Infinity R humbucking pickups, making it an excellent choice for beginners, developing guitarists and experienced players looking for an affordable rock and metal guitar.

Finished in striking Black Flat with black hardware, the Ibanez GRGR131EX-BKF GIO Electric - Black Flat delivers a stealthy, understated appearance that suits modern metal, hard rock, alternative rock and heavier playing styles. Its distinctive reversed black sharktooth fretboard inlays and bound Purpleheart fretboard give the guitar a bold visual identity inspired by Ibanez's renowned RG design.

The poplar body provides a balanced tonal foundation, while the GRG maple neck offers a comfortable playing feel for riffs, power chords, lead lines and fast passages. With a full 25.5-inch (648mm) scale length, a 400mm fretboard radius and 24 jumbo frets, the Ibanez GRGR131EX-BKF GIO Electric - Black Flat provides plenty of room for expressive bends, extended lead playing and access to higher notes across the fretboard.

Two passive ceramic Infinity R humbucking pickups deliver a tight, focused sound with strong output and clear articulation. The neck and bridge pickups provide contrasting tonal options, while the five-way pickup selector, volume control and tone control offer flexibility for different sounds and playing techniques. From thick distorted riffs and punchy rhythm tones to more defined clean sounds, this versatile pickup configuration makes the guitar suitable for a broad range of rock and metal applications.

The fixed F106 bridge offers a stable, straightforward setup without the additional complexity of a tremolo system. Individual string height adjustment allows for practical setup customisation, while the fixed design is particularly useful for players who prefer reliable tuning stability and consistent performance during regular practice, rehearsals and live gigs.

Whether you're starting your first band, developing your technique or adding an affordable hardtail guitar to your collection, the Ibanez GRGR131EX-BKF GIO Electric - Black Flat combines modern Ibanez styling, versatile humbucker tones and comfortable playability in a dependable electric guitar package.

Key Features

• Six-string solid-body electric guitar
• Ibanez GIO series RG-inspired design
• Black Flat finish with black hardware
• Poplar body for balanced tonal response
• GRG maple neck with bolt-on construction
• Bound Purpleheart fretboard
• Reversed black sharktooth fretboard inlays
• 24 jumbo frets for comfortable lead playing
• Two passive ceramic Infinity R humbucking pickups
• Five-way pickup selector switch
• Master volume and tone controls
• Fixed F106 bridge with individual string height adjustment
• 25.5-inch (648mm) scale length
• 43mm nut width
• 400mm fretboard radius
• Suitable for rock, hard rock, metal and alternative styles
• Excellent option for beginners, intermediate players and budget-conscious guitarists

Product Specifications

• Brand: Ibanez
• Series: GIO RG
• Model: GRGR131EX-BKF
• Colour: Black Flat
• Body material: Poplar
• Neck material: Maple
• Neck type: GRG
• Neck construction: Bolt-on
• Fretboard material: Purpleheart
• Fretboard finish: Bound
• Fretboard inlays: Reversed black sharktooth
• Number of frets: 24 jumbo frets
• Scale length: 648mm / 25.5 inches
• Nut width: 43mm
• Fretboard radius: 400mm / 15.75 inches
• Neck thickness at first fret: 19.5mm
• Neck thickness at 12th fret: 21.5mm
• Neck width at 24th fret: 58mm
• Neck pickup: Ibanez Infinity R humbucker, passive ceramic
• Bridge pickup: Ibanez Infinity R humbucker, passive ceramic
• Controls: Volume, tone and five-way pickup selector
• Bridge: Ibanez F106 fixed bridge
• String spacing: 10.5mm
• Factory string gauge: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
• Factory tuning: E, A, D, G, B, E
• Hardware colour: Black
  

The Ibanez GRGR131EX-BKF GIO Electric - Black Flat is a fantastic option for guitarists seeking an affordable Ibanez electric guitar with modern metal styling, dual humbuckers and a dependable fixed bridge. Its comfortable neck, 24 jumbo frets and versatile five-way pickup selection make it well suited to learning, practising, recording and performing a wide range of rock and metal music.