Ibanez GRG320FA-TKS

Ibanez GRG320FA-TKS review

The Ibanez GRG320FA-TKS is a GRG Series electric guitar with a poplar body, a figured top, two humbuckers, and a double-locking tremolo. Its 24 frets and full 648 mm scale give it a familiar long-scale layout, while the locking nut and bridge make setup an important part of ownership. One buyer praised its sound, playing comfort, and careful packaging, but reported that the tremolo needed adjustment after delivery. That detail matters, particularly for a new player who may not yet be comfortable setting up a floating bridge.

The listed price is 332, with no currency specified in the supplied information. The model has been available since February 2024. Neither a gig bag nor a hard case is included, so buyers who need protection for transport should account for that separately.

Construction and feel

The body is made from poplar, topped with basswood featuring an art-grain pattern designed to resemble flamed maple. The finish is described as Transparent Black Sunburst, with a high-gloss polyurethane coating. The supplied color field also lists Black Burst. These descriptions appear to refer to the dark burst finish, but the exact wording varies between the product details.

The maple neck is bolt-on and has a matte polyurethane finish. Its GRG profile, white dot fingerboard inlays, and wood binding keep the design straightforward. The purpleheart fingerboard has a 15.75-inch radius and carries 24 medium frets. These are useful specifics for shoppers comparing neck shapes and fretboard geometry, though the available information does not include neck thickness measurements.

The 648 mm scale, equivalent to 25.5 inches, is a standard full-length scale. Nut width is 43 mm, or 1.7 inches. Those dimensions provide a clearer idea of the instrument's layout than a model name alone, but actual comfort remains personal. The buyer feedback supplied for this model describes the playing feel as excellent, a positive report that is worth weighing alongside the listed dimensions.

Pickups and controls

Two passive Fireball humbuckers sit in the neck and bridge positions. The control layout consists of one volume control, one tone control, and a five-way selector switch. That combination gives the player several pickup selections without a complicated control panel. The information provided does not specify the exact wiring for each switch position, so it is best not to assume a particular coil-splitting arrangement or describe tones that have not been documented.

The owner review calls the sound great, but does not identify a genre, amplifier, or pickup setting. Treat that as a favorable first-hand impression rather than a complete tonal assessment. Players who need a specific sound should try the guitar through their own equipment where possible, or seek a more detailed demonstration before buying.

Double-locking tremolo and setup

The double-locking tremolo is a defining practical consideration. A locking nut and locking bridge are intended to secure the strings at both ends of the system. They also make string changes and tuning adjustments less like the routine process on a fixed bridge. A floating tremolo generally needs its setup balanced around string tension, and changes to string gauge can affect that balance.

That context fits the buyer's report: the guitar arrived well packed and played comfortably, but its tremolo was not adjusted. The owner, who described themself as a beginner, paid an additional 30 euros for a setup. This is a single customer account, not evidence that every GRG320FA-TKS leaves the factory or retailer in the same condition. Still, it is a useful reminder to ask the seller whether the instrument will be checked and adjusted before dispatch.

The supplied string gauges are.009,.011,.016,.024,.032, and.042. If maintaining a double-locking system is unfamiliar, budgeting for an initial professional setup can reduce surprises. Buyers who prefer to do their own adjustments should make sure they understand the bridge and locking-nut procedure before changing strings or tuning.

Verdict

The Ibanez GRG320FA-TKS brings together a 24-fret maple neck, purpleheart fingerboard, dual humbuckers, and a double-locking tremolo in a full-scale format. Its specifications make it a clear option for players seeking those features, and the supplied owner feedback is positive about sound and playing comfort. The main caution is setup: one beginner needed paid help to get the tremolo adjusted. With no case or bag included, buyers should also plan for a separate carrying solution. Check the instrument's setup status with the seller, and include a possible setup cost in the purchase plan.