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Ibanez RG6003FM

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Ibanez's RG6003FM solid-body electric guitar is designed to unleash your inner shredder. At the heart of this metal monster is a meranti body with a stunning flamed maple top and a Wizard III neck for maximum speed, comfort and precision. Its dual Ibanez Quantum H-H pickups are wired to a 5-way switch, providing a variety of tones from bright and cutting to warm and punchy. Combined with its jumbo frets, F106 bridge and black hardware, the RG6003FM is a high-performance axe ready to endure the most intense metal assaults.

Dual Ibanez Quantum Pickups Provide Endless Tonal Possibilities

The RG6003FM comes loaded with a pair of passive Quantum humbucker pickups in the neck and bridge positions. These ceramic pickups are wired to a 5-way switch, offering players an array of tones from a tight, focused sound to a wide, expressive roar. The neck pickup provides a warm, round tone that is perfect for complex chords and melodic passages. The bridge pickup delivers an aggressive, biting tone suited for heavy rhythm and lead playing. By combining the pickups in the 2 and 4 switch positions, you can achieve a balanced tone with clarity and punch. The tonal variety and output of these Quantum pickups make the RG6003FM suitable for any style of metal.

Wizard III Neck Offers Unparalleled Speed and Playability

The RG6003FM features a one-piece Wizard III maple neck, renowned for its thin, flat profile and smooth, fast-playing feel. Its treated jatoba fingerboard has 24 jumbo frets, allowing for wide bends and legato techniques. The contoured heel provides easy access to higher frets, enabling players to explore the full range of the neck. Combined with its precision-cut nut, the Wizard III neck offers an unhindered, friction-free playing experience for shredding at breakneck speeds.

Fixed Bridge Anchors Tone and Sustain

Instead of a traditional tremolo bridge, the RG6003FM has a fixed F106 bridge. This provides superior tuning stability and increased sustain compared to a tremolo bridge. This fixed bridge tightly anchors the strings to the guitar body, enabling a strong, resonant tone with rich harmonic content. For metal players seeking maximum tone and tuning stability during aggressive techniques, the F106 is up to the task.

Ibanez RG6003FM Electric Guitar Flat Transparent Gray
Ibanez RG6003FM Electric Guitar Flat Transparent Gray
Ibanez RG6003FM Electric Guitar Flat Transparent Gray

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Body
  • Type: Solid body
  • Shape: RG
  • Wood: Meranti body/flamed maple top
Neck
  • Shape: "Wizard III" fast neck
  • Wood: One-piece maple
  • Fingerboard: Jatoba
  • Inlays: White offset dot inlay
  • Scale length: 25.5"
  • Nut: Black plastic 
  • Nut width: 43 mm
  • Frets: Jumbo nickel silver frets
Electronics
  • Configurations: HH
  • Passive or Active: Passive
  • Bridge: Ibanez Quantum ceramic
  • Neck: Ibanez Quantum ceramic
  • Controls: Master volume/master tone
  • Knobs: Knurled metal dome
  • Pickup Switch: 5-way level pickup selector
Hardware
  • Bridge: F106
  • Tuners: Ibanez die-cast
  • Color: Black
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Country of Origin: Indonesia

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4.19

90 Reviews

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

All around great guitar!

I'm surprised that nobody else has reviewed this little gem. I tried this out in-store before buying, and the pickups are highly responsive and punchy. The 5-way switch is what makes this guitar so versatile and fun to use. The neck is thin and feels super smooth. The dotted inlays are pushed to the edge of the frets which gives it a slick, professional look. The natural wood color is what caught my eye, it really stands out in the crowd. All in all, a well rounded guitar for the price. Everyone should at least have 1 in their collection.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Great project guitar

I've read some reviews on this guitar and they are not misleading. The electronics in this guitar coming straight out of the box real lacked luster. Don't give up though this guitar has great potential if you can drop a little extra money into it and mod it out. The wizard neck that comes on this and RG models is, well, amazing. The tuners are good and the body on this guitar is very sound as well. I bought this guitar about 6 months ago with the whole intention to customize it and I am really impressed. I put EMG 85/81 pickups in mine and changed the pots to dual concentric/stacked pots (to control tone/volume on both pickups) and turned it into what would closely resemble a higher end RG for about $200 less than actually shelling out for the out of box higher end. This guitar is well worth the price. It's a great beginner model and with a few customizations can suit your needs. Bottom line, get this for someone who's starting or has had some experience. If they hold onto it long enough to put some tweaks into it they will forever fall in love with this guitar.

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Best Uses
  1. Practicing61
  2. Jamming54
  3. Recording19
  4. Rock Concerts19
  5. School Bands17
Cons
  1. Fret Buzz17
  2. Poor Pick Up11
  3. Craftsmanship7
  4. Flat Sound4
  5. dents1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced45
  2. Novice21
  3. Child3
  4. Professional Musician2
Pros
  1. Good Feel63
  2. Fun To Play59
  3. Good Tone48
  4. Good Pick Up31
  5. Solid Electronics24
  • Love it

    5

    submitted25 days ago

    byMoe

    fromLaurel, MD

    I'm back to playing guitar after 22 years (early intermediate level), and I really wanted the experience to be a great one. I returned my first guitar and got the RG6003FM instead, and I'm so glad I did. It's lightweight, so I'm always playing while standing. It sounds awesome through my amp, and the Wizard neck is super comfortable for me. I'm really enjoying learning and practicing again thanks to this guitar.

  • Good for beginning player

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    byCeeJay

    fromOhio

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Nice looking and easy playing for our student starting out on guitar.

  • Awsome

    5

    submitted7 months ago

    byStump

    fromFl

    Nothing bad to say, love this guitar!

  • I've just aquired a second used one in great shape! Saved100

    5

    submitted10 months ago

    byRobert

    fromLancaster PA

    Thank you Lancaster PA GC staff :-) There is a lot of value in the RG600FM model.

  • Really solid axe

    4

    submitteda year ago

    byPatrick

    fromBarberton, OH

    The look and feel of this guitar are absolutely spot on. It's clear this was built with metal heads in mind, with the flat neck and fixed bridge. Some more experienced players have commented on the pickups not being great, and though I'm not very experienced, I can tell there's definitely room for improvement. However, you could think of it as a good chance to experiment with different pickup sounds as well. Overall, it's a good choice for any novice/intermediate guitar player with a bias towards more heavy metal sounds.

  • Great Guitar

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byDamien

    fromPuyallup, Washington

    I've had this guitar for a solid 9 months now and I have loved it ever since I got it (along with a coffin case lol). Highly recommend this to beginners or people who are early into their "guitar journey." Absolutely fell in love with the thing, lowered the action slightly and I'm thinking about upgrading the pickups.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byChris

    fromCalifornia

    Does this guitar have a Floyd Rose?

    Does this guitar have a Floyd Rose?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, it doesn’t have a Floyd Rose
  • asked byBill

    fromLas Vegas

    Are the pickups active or passive? The specs dont list it. I have an Ibanez bass thaty sounds great, stays in tune. I dont like having to put a 9v in it and wonder if it will cut out on me.

    Are the pickups active or passive? The specs dont list it. I have an Ibanez bass thaty sounds great, stays in tune. I dont like having to put a 9v in it and wonder if it will cut out on me.

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar has passive pickups, so it doesn't require a battery.
  • asked byGabe

    fromWA

    I have this same model and im looking to put a set of locking tuners on it. What size are the tuning machines on this guitar?

    I have this same model and im looking to put a set of locking tuners on it. What size are the tuning machines on this guitar?

    Open Reply - Beau
    The Gotoh Locking Tuners Right Hand - 6 Pack are the recommended tuners for this guitar.
  • asked byChrisB

    fromBuckley, WA

    What is the scale length on this Ibanez rg6003fm?

    What is the scale length on this Ibanez rg6003fm?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar has a 25.5" scale length.
  • asked byJoey

    fromWaco, Tx

    How much does the guitar weigh?

    How much does the guitar weigh?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar weighs 11 lbs.
  • asked byThe New guy

    fromAR

    Looking to get a case for this. What is the size I need to look for?

    Looking to get a case for this. What is the size I need to look for?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Any generic size guitar case/bag will fit this model
  • asked byNate

    fromFort Collins, CO

    I was planning on getting this and swapping out the stock pickups for a Seymour Duncan Parallel Axis set. It said on the site that the bridge was F-Spaced, and i wanted to know if this guitar could hold an F spaced pickup in the bridge

    I was planning on getting this and swapping out the stock pickups for a Seymour Duncan Parallel Axis set. It said on the site that the bridge was F-Spaced, and i wanted to know if this guitar could hold an F spaced pickup in the bridge

    Open Reply -
    Yes, this guitar could hold an F-spaced pickup in the bridge.
  • asked byPablo Ponce

    from1000 whistler dr

    What tool is it used to adjust the truss rod for this specific guitar, and what would the measurement be ?

    What tool is it used to adjust the truss rod for this specific guitar, and what would the measurement be ?

    Open Reply -
    The CruzTOOLS GrooveTech Sound Hole Truss Rod Wrench is currently available in our inventory. Otherwise, you can also use an Allen wrench.