Ibanez RGD71ALMS BAM Multi Scale 7 String Black Aurora Burst Guitar
Description
Ibanez RGD71ALMS BAM Multi-Scale 7-String Electric Guitar – Black Aurora Burst
The RGD71ALMS BAM is a modern extended-range machine engineered for aggressive performance and technical precision. Its multi-scale fretboard immediately feels different in hand—tighter low-end response on the longer 27" B-string scale, comfortable bend geometry on the higher strings at 25.5"—creating a playing experience tailored to down-tuned and progressive styles. The striking Black Aurora Burst finish pairs with a fast, slim neck profile built for speed and clarity.
Playability & Construction
The Nitro Wizard-7 neck combines Panga panga and walnut in a bolted-on design for stability and resonance. A Macassar ebony fretboard hosts 24 Sub Zero treated fanned frets with white step offset dots and luminescent side dots for visibility in any setting. The multi-scale design ranges from 27" to 25.5", balancing string tension across all seven strings while the 12"–16" compound radius supports both aggressive downstrokes and smooth bends. A Nyatoh body with mono-rail fixed bridge isolates each string for articulate note definition and precise intonation.
Tone & Electronics
Dual Fishman Fluence Modern Ceramic active humbucking pickups deliver high-output clarity with multiple voicing options via a push/pull switch on the volume control. This architecture gives you flexibility—from tight, aggressive modern metal tones to more dynamic response—without compromising the articulation that extended-range playing demands. The active electronics ensure consistent output across all seven strings with exceptional headroom.
Key Features
- Body: Nyatoh with Black Aurora Burst matte finish
- Neck: Panga panga and walnut bolted-on with Nitro Wizard-7 profile
- Fretboard: Macassar ebony with 24 Sub Zero treated fanned frets
- Multi-scale design: 27" (low B) to 25.5" (high E)
- Compound radius: 12"–16" for versatile playing comfort
- Fishman Fluence Modern Ceramic active humbuckers (neck and bridge)
- Mono-rail fixed bridge for isolated string articulation
- Gotoh locking tuning machines
- Schaller S-Lock strap pins
- White step offset dot inlays with luminescent side dots
- Plastic nut
- 3-way pickup selector with volume push/pull voicing switch
The RGD71ALMS BAM combines fanned-fret ergonomics, studio-grade pickups, and precision hardware in a package built for technical players who refuse compromises on tone or playability.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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At a Glance
The Ibanez RGD71ALMS BAM is a multi-scale 7-string designed for metal, progressive, and djent players who live in drop tunings and demand precision. Its 27" low-B scale keeps that string locked and articulate while the 25.5" high-E scale feels fast and familiar—all backed by a slim Nitro Wizard neck and Fishman Fluence Modern pickups that deliver high-output clarity without sacrificing dynamic range. Choose it if you're an intermediate to advanced player ready to leverage extended range with a guitar that handles aggressive picking and technical complexity with zero compromise.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does multi-scale mean and why would I want it?
Multi-scale means the fretboard is fanned—the low B string has a longer 27" scale length while the high E is 25.5". This keeps lower strings tight and articulate (essential for drop tunings) while keeping higher strings comfortable to bend and play fast. It's designed specifically for extended-range and down-tuned styles.
What skill level do I need to play this guitar?
This guitar is best suited for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The multi-scale fretboard, extended range, and technical voicing options reward players who are comfortable with 7-string navigation and aggressive playing styles like metal, progressive, and djent.
Can I change the pickup voicing, and how does it work?
Yes—the Fishman Fluence Modern Ceramic pickups include a push/pull switch on the volume control that lets you toggle between different voicing options, giving you flexibility to shift from tight, aggressive modern metal tones to more dynamic response without changing pickups.
What genres and tunings is this guitar built for?
The RGD71ALMS BAM excels in metal, progressive, and djent styles, especially in drop tunings where the extended low B string shines. It is not optimized for jazz, traditional blues, or folk playing.
What hardware and materials are used for tuning stability and intonation?
The guitar features Gotoh locking tuning machines for rock-solid stability and a mono-rail fixed bridge that isolates each string for articulate note definition and precise intonation across all seven strings.
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