Ibanez AR Series Guitars

Ibanez AR Series Guitars

The AR has been a gigging design since the late 1970s: a double-cutaway solid body with a set neck, so the neck and body are joined as one piece. The AR420 and AR520 revive that idea, with flamed tops that look good under stage lights and dual humbuckers that suit a loud band.

Tri-Sound coil switching is the practical feature for working players. Without changing guitars between songs, you can shift the pickups to a different voicing. The ARZ models offer a single-cut shape for players who prefer that look and feel, and the AR Prestige is the top-tier option for collectors and players who want the best of the line.

LV Guitars carries Ibanez AR models as stock allows. Check the grid below for what is on the shelf now, including B-Stock pieces that can be a good way into the series.

Known for: Double-cutaway set-neck Artist solid body with flamed tops, dual humbuckers and Tri-Sound switching · 1 in stock from $719

  • Ibanez AR420BMG Guitar in Black Mirage Gradation B-Stock 0114 sku number AR420BMG-B0114
    Special Price $719.00 Regular Price $899.99

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Ibanez AR Series Guitars - frequently asked questions

What does AR stand for on Ibanez guitars, and what defines the series?

AR stands for Artist. It is a double-cutaway, set-neck solid body design dating to the late 1970s. The series is defined by its set-neck construction and twin-humbucker layout. The AR420 and AR520 revive it with flamed tops, dual humbuckers and Tri-Sound coil switching.

What is Tri-Sound switching on the Ibanez AR420 and AR520?

Tri-Sound switching lets each humbucker be set up for different tonal voicings. That means one guitar can cover more ground than a fixed two-pickup layout. It pairs with the dual humbucker setup on the AR420 and AR520, giving players more flexibility without changing instruments.

What is the difference between the AR420, AR520, ARZ and AR Prestige?

The AR420 and AR520 are the core models, with flamed tops, dual humbuckers and Tri-Sound switching. The ARZ variants are single-cut, giving a different silhouette. The AR Prestige sits at the top of the range as the most refined version. B-Stock units, open-box, discounted and fully covered, are sometimes available, such as an AR420 in Black Mirage Gradation.

Ibanez AR Series Guitars in stock now at LV Guitars

As of October 20, 2026, LV Guitars has 1 Ibanez AR Series Guitars in stock and ready to ship, priced from $719 to $719 - including 1 B-Stock (open-box, full inspection) unit from $719. Every order ships free within the US, no sales tax collected on orders shipped outside California, and 30-day returns.

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