Ibanez Q52
Ibanez Q54
| Specification | Ibanez Q52 | Ibanez Q54 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Type | Solidbody | Solidbody |
| Body Shape | Q52 | Q54 |
| Body Material | Nyatoh | Nyatoh |
| Body Finish | Satin Polyurethane | Satin Polyurethane |
| Color | Laser Blue | Sea Foam Green |
| Neck Material | 3-Piece Roasted Maple/Bubinga | 3-Piece Roasted Maple/Bubinga |
| Neck Shape | Wizard C | Wizard C |
| Neck Joint | Bolt-on | Bolt-on |
| Radius | 12" | 12" |
| Fingerboard Material | Roasted Birdseye Maple | Roasted Birdseye Maple |
| Fingerboard Inlay | Mother-of-Pearl Offset Dots | Mother-of-Pearl Offset Dots |
| Number of Frets | 24, Jumbo, Stainless Steel | 24, Jumbo, Stainless Steel |
| Scale Length | 25.5" | 25.5" |
| Nut Width | 1.653" | 1.653" |
| Nut Material | Plastic | Plastic |
| Bridge/Tailpiece | Ibanez Mono Tune | Ibanez Mono Tune |
| Tuners | Bridge tuners | Bridge tuners |
| Neck Pickup | Q58 Humbucker | R1 Single-coil |
| Middle Pickup | N/A | R1 Single-coil |
| Bridge Pickup | Q58 Humbucker | Q58 Humbucker |
| Controls | 1 x master volume, 1 x master tone | 1 x master volume, 1 x master tone |
| Switching | 1 x Alter switch, 5-way blade pickup switch | 1 x Alter switch, 5-way blade pickup switch |
| Strings | D'Addario, .010-.046 | D'Addario, .010-.046 |
| Case/Gig Bag | Gig Bag | Gig Bag |
Ibanez Q52 and Q54 Price Tracker
Prices updated Fri, August 21st, 2026.
Ibanez Q52 - Laser Blue Matte
$999.99
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Differences Between the Q52 and Q54
- Pickup Configuration: The Q52 features a dual humbucker (HH) setup with Q58 pickups, while the Q54 offers a more versatile HSS configuration with a Q58 humbucker and two R1 single-coil pickups.
- Color and Aesthetic: The Q52 is finished in Laser Blue, and the Q54 in Sea Foam Green (there are additional color variations for both guitars).
- Switching System: The Q52's dyna-MIX10 system provides 10 different pickup combinations, whereas the Q54's dyna-MIX9 offers nine combinations.
- Intended Tonal Focus: While both guitars are designed for versatility, the Q52's dual humbucker layout is typically more suited for heavier styles, while the Q54's HSS setup offers added clarity and tonal diversity for genres that benefit from single-coil sounds.
Similarities Between the two Ibanez Electric Guitars
- Both guitars are part of Ibanez's headless Quest series.
- They share the same body material (Nyatoh), neck material (3-piece roasted Maple/Bubinga), and fingerboard material (roasted birdseye Maple).
- Each has a Wizard "C" neck profile, 24 jumbo stainless steel frets, and a 12" fingerboard radius, designed for more technical playing styles.
- Both utilize Ibanez's Mono Tune bridge system for reliable performance and easy string changes without the need for proprietary strings.
- The guitars are equipped with dyna-MIX switching systems (dyna-MIX10 for the Q52 and dyna-MIX9 for the Q54).
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