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Will it need a set-up when it arrives?

No. Our workshop completes a full set-up before dispatch — truss rod, action, intonation and fresh strings — and includes the measurements in the box. UK humidity changes may call for a small seasonal tweak later on.

What happens if I don't get on with it?

You have 30 days from delivery to return it for a full refund. We email you a free UK return label, and refunds are processed to your original payment method within 5 working days of the item arriving back with us.

What warranty cover is included?

Two years parts and labour against manufacturing defects, on top of your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015. Consumables such as strings, reeds, heads and batteries are covered for 90 days.

Ibanez J Custom RG8570 Electric Guitar - Royal Blue Sapphire — view 1

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Electric Guitar

Ibanez

Ibanez J Custom RG8570 Electric Guitar - Royal Blue Sapphire

Name: Ibanez J Custom RG8570 Electric Guitar - Royal Blue Sapphire
Brand: Ibanez
SKU: NGM-7C7A1829
Price: 1516.79 GBP
Availability: InStock

SKU: NGM-7C7A1829Brand: Ibanez

£1,516.79Inc. VAT

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Unleash Unparalleled Performance: Ibanez J Custom RG8570 Electric Guitar in Black Rutile Experience the pinnacle of Ibanez's high-end J Custom line with the RG8570, a guitar brimming with unparalleled looks, tone, and playability. Crafted with an exquisite AAA flamed-maple-capped African mahogany…

In stock — 2 availableDispatched in 1–3 working days

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What we do before it ships

Fretwork inspected for sprout and levelled where needed
Full workshop set-up: truss rod, action and intonation dialled in before dispatch
Electronics bench-tested through a reference amp
Fresh strings fitted and stretched so it holds tune out of the box
Photographed on the bench so you see the exact instrument leaving us

Gigging playersHome recordingPractice & lessonsStudio sessions

Free insured UK delivery
30-day free returns
2-year Northgate warranty
Workshop set-up included

Secure encrypted checkout. VAT invoice supplied with every UK order.

01 — Full details

Unleash Unparalleled Performance: Ibanez J Custom RG8570 Electric Guitar in Black Rutile

Experience the pinnacle of Ibanez's high-end J Custom line with the RG8570, a guitar brimming with unparalleled looks, tone, and playability. Crafted with an exquisite AAA flamed-maple-capped African mahogany body, this guitar delivers exceptional resonance and extended sustain. Its 5-piece neck structure provides a perfect balance of comfort and speed, enhanced by Ibanez's J Custom fret edge treatment on the bound ebony fingerboard for an incomparably smooth playing experience. Equipped with DiMarzio's Tone Zone, True Velvet, and Air Norton pickups, this guitar delivers powerful rhythms and searing leads. The Edge-Zero tremolo system enables unrestricted bending, twisting, and dive-bombing. Additionally, the RG8570 features recessed control knobs, Gotoh strap lock pins, and an attention-grabbing tree of life fingerboard inlay.

J Custom Super Wizard Neck for Lightning Speed Crafted for speed and effortless playability, the RG8570 features a 5-piece maple/wenge J Custom Super Wizard neck. This neck design encourages lightning-fast runs, arpeggios, and hammer-ons. The 24-fret ebony fingerboard, along with jumbo frets treated with Ibanez's J Custom edge treatment, offers unparalleled smoothness and ease of play.

DiMarzio Pickup Trio: Expansive Tonal Diversity Experience a vast tonal spectrum with the trio of DiMarzio pickups featured in the RG8570. The DiMarzio Tone Zone bridge humbucker delivers a wide dynamic range, perfectly complementing the warm and clean DiMarzio Air Norton neck pickup. Completing the trio, the DiMarzio True Velvet in the middle position produces clean, punchy high and midrange tones, ensuring flexibility across various playing styles.

Edge-Zero Tremolo: Precision and Stability The Edge-Zero tremolo system, renowned for its stability and expressiveness, offers unparalleled performance. It integrates seamlessly into your playing style, delivering maximum expression and tuning stability. The streamlined profile, recessed fine tuners, and locking studs provide exceptional tuning accuracy and stability.

Ibanez J Custom RG8570 Electric Guitar Features:

African mahogany body topped with stunning AAA flamed maple
5-piece maple/wenge J Custom Super Wizard neck for supreme playability
Bound ebony fingerboard with J Custom fret edge treatment for unmatched smoothness
DiMarzio Air Norton, True Velvet, and Tone Zone pickups for classic tones
Edge-Zero tremolo system ensures expressive playing while maintaining tuning stability
Recessed control knobs and eye-catching tree of life fingerboard inlay
Gotoh strap lock pins for added instrument security

Tech Specs
- GENERAL
- Number of Strings6
- Left-/Right-handedRight-handed
- BODY
- Body TypeSolidbody
- Body ShapeJ Custom RG
- Body MaterialAfrican Mahogany
- Top MaterialAAA Flamed Maple
- Body FinishGloss Polyester
- ColorRoyal Blue Sapphire
- NECK
- Neck Material5-piece Maple/Wenge
- Neck ShapeSuper Wizard HP
- Neck JointBolt-on
- Radius16.9"
- Fingerboard MaterialMacassar Ebony
- Fingerboard InlayTree of Life
- Number of Frets24, Jumbo, Nickel Silver
- Scale Length25.5"
- Nut Width1.692"
- Nut MaterialLocking
- HARDWARE
- Bridge/TailpieceIbanez Lo-Pro Edge
- TunersGotoh
- ELECTRONICS
- Neck PickupDiMarzio Air Norton Humbucker
- Middle PickupDiMarzio True Velvet Single-coil
- Bridge PickupDiMarzio Tone Zone Humbucker
- Controls1 x volume, 1 x tone
- Switching5-way blade pickup switch
- MISCELLANEOUS
- Strings.009-.042
- Case/Gig BagHardshell Case
- Manufacturer Part Number: RG8570RBS

02 — From order to doorstep

Order placed

Confirmation email with your reference lands within a minute.

Workshop check

Bench inspection and set-up, usually the same working day.

Packed & dispatched

Double-boxed and handed to the courier with tracking.

Delivered

Free insured delivery, 1–3 working days across mainland UK.

03 — Buying with confidence

Bought from a UK company

Northgate Music Co. is a UK-registered retailer. Every order is invoiced with VAT and covered by UK consumer law.

30-day returns

Change your mind within 30 days of delivery and we arrange a free return collection, then refund to your original payment method.

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We invite customers to review 14 days after delivery. Ratings appear here once verified purchasers have left them — we never publish placeholder scores.

04 — Questions about this product

Yes — we hold 2 in UK stock. Orders placed before 14:00 on a working day are picked the same day and dispatched with free insured tracked delivery, arriving in 1–3 working days.

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