Ibanez Josh Smith Signature FLATV2 Electric Guitar Mint Sand

The Ibanez Josh Smith Signature FLATV2 electric guitar is built for players who demand expressive tone, professional performance and rock-solid reliability. Designed in close collaboration with blues virtuoso Josh Smith, this signature model blends traditional aesthetics with player-focused upgrades for a guitar that handles everything from soulful leads to complex chord work. At its core is an ash slab body and roasted maple neck that offer timeless tone and feel, while custom Seymour Duncan FLAT5 pickups provide the sonic versatility Smith relies on in the studio and on stage. From jazz comping to country twang to gritty blues solos, the FLATV2 delivers the kind of dynamic response and playability that inspires confident, genre-defying performance. Whether you're following in Smith's footsteps or forging your own voice, this instrument is purpose-built to go the distance—with the precision, comfort and tone to back it up every night.

Classic Slab Ash Body With Modern Refinement

The Josh Smith Signature FLATV2 features a timeless single-cut slab body shape built from ash—a tonewood known for its bright, articulate character and long sustain. Its non-contoured body evokes the golden era of electric guitar design while offering a clean, purposeful aesthetic. Finished in a distinct Mint Sand gloss, the FLATV2 combines retro inspiration with modern craftsmanship. The Gotoh F1803 bridge—mounted directly to the body—provides enhanced sustain and tuning stability, while a specially contoured control plate makes on-the-fly adjustments feel natural and fluid. It's a modern update to a vintage-inspired platform.

S-TECH Roasted Maple Neck for Enhanced Stability and Resonance

Built with touring players in mind, the FLATV2's S-TECH roasted maple neck is crafted from a single piece of wood for improved stability and resonance. The soft V neck profile offers a substantial, old-school grip with just the right amount of comfort for long sets or recording sessions. A rosewood fingerboard with ivory dot inlays and 22 medium frets—treated with Prestige fret edge finishing—provides smooth navigation up and down the neck. Luminlay side dots add visibility on dark stages, while the FLATV heel joint and four-bolt metal neck plate ensure structural strength and an authentic vintage feel where it counts.

Custom Seymour Duncan FLAT5 Pickups for Versatile Tone

Josh Smith's custom FLAT5 pickup set from Seymour Duncan brings a carefully tuned tonal range to this signature model. The neck humbucker delivers a rich, mid-forward sound with Alnico II magnets—perfect for smooth jazz chords or singing blues lines. The single-coil bridge pickup boasts a hybrid Alnico magnet recipe that produces bright, clear notes with just the right amount of fatness and grit. This versatile pairing was developed to meet Smith's exacting standards and is capable of handling everything from sweet cleans to biting leads. It's a workhorse configuration that doesn't sacrifice nuance or expression.

Specialized FLATV2 Hardware and Controls

Function and feel take center stage with the FLATV2's hardware. The bridge features titanium saddles co-designed by Gotoh and Ibanez, offering enhanced intonation accuracy and tonal clarity. These In-Tune saddles include grooves to prevent string slippage, with deeper cuts on the first and sixth strings for improved action and spacing. A curved control plate—unique to the AZS series—gives players better access to the knobs while preserving a traditional appearance. Custom knurled knobs add extra grip for precise on-the-fly adjustments. Paired with Gotoh machine heads, this hardware setup is built to meet the rigorous demands of Josh Smith's dynamic playing style.

A Signature Ibanez for a Modern Blues Virtuoso

The Ibanez Josh Smith Signature FLATV2 electric guitar is a no-nonsense tone machine crafted for expressive, genre-crossing performance. Whether you're a fan of Smith's work or simply in need of a high-caliber instrument with modern features and vintage feel, the FLATV2 delivers. It arrives in a hardshell case and is ready for life on the road, in the studio or anywhere you plan to let your playing speak. Built with insight from one of the most respected players on the scene today, this is a signature model that earns its name every time you plug in.