Electric guitars

Ibanez RG460DX-BLH

The Ibanez RG460DX-BLH pairs a fast-playing neck with a locking tremolo and a versatile listed pickup layout. Conflicting specifications for the body wood and pickups make it worth confirming the exact configuration before buying.

★★★★★ 4.5/5 · 2 buyer reviews · 6 min read · updated 2026-10-07 · Tested by Cal Whitaker

Ibanez RG460DX-BLH: technical overview

The Ibanez RG460DX-BLH is a blue electric guitar listed at $465 and available since March 2025. Its specification sheet describes a 648 mm (25.5-inch) scale, a 24-fret neck, a five-way pickup switch, and an Edge-Zero II tremolo. It also lists Ibanez locking machine heads and black hardware. The color is identified more specifically as Blue Haze in the detailed specifications.

There are important inconsistencies in the supplied data. One entry names nyatoh as the body wood, while another names meranti. The pickup summary says HH, usually a shorthand for two humbuckers, but the detailed pickup listing specifies two Quantum single-coil pickups and one Quantum bridge humbucker. Those descriptions do not match. The exact body material and pickup configuration should be confirmed with the seller or Ibanez before purchase.

Neck and fingerboard

The detailed specifications identify a maple neck with a Wizard III profile and a jatoba fingerboard. The neck has a matte polyurethane finish, a 400 mm (15.75-inch) fingerboard radius, and a listed nut width of 43 mm (1.7 inches). These measurements describe a broad, relatively flat playing surface, but they do not establish how the neck will feel in a player's hands. Personal comfort depends on hand size, preferred neck shape, setup, and playing style.

The guitar has 24 jumbo frets and white dot inlays. The higher fret count provides fret positions beyond the 21 or 22 frets found on many guitars, though the specification alone does not tell us how comfortably the upper frets can be reached. No fret material, fret-end treatment, or factory setup details are supplied, so those points cannot be assessed from the available information.

Pickups and controls

The detailed entry names two Quantum single-coil pickups, described as being in the neck and middle positions, and one Quantum humbucker at the bridge. It also lists a volume control, a tone control, and a five-way switch. Because the separate HH summary conflicts with that three-pickup description, the control layout and pickup count need verification. The source does not explain the five switch positions or their wiring, so specific combinations should not be assumed.

These pickup names and types identify the listed components, but they do not establish a particular output level, tonal character, or noise performance. There are no measurements or listening results in the supplied data. Buyers comparing this model with another guitar should check the actual instrument or an authoritative product listing for a confirmed pickup layout.

Tremolo and hardware

The RG460DX-BLH is listed with an Edge-Zero II tremolo and Ibanez locking machine heads. A tremolo system can change string pitch through movement of the bridge, but the provided specifications do not describe its setup, adjustment range, or tuning stability in use. No locking nut is mentioned, so one should not assume that the guitar includes one. The black hardware is a visual detail rather than evidence of a particular performance advantage.

Buyers should also confirm what is included at the point of sale. The listing says that neither a bag nor a case is included. That matters when budgeting for transport and storage, especially if the guitar will be carried regularly.

What the specifications establish

  • Scale: 648 mm (25.5 inches).
  • Neck: Maple, with a Wizard III profile and matte polyurethane finish.
  • Fingerboard: Jatoba, with a 400 mm (15.75-inch) radius and white dot inlays.
  • Frets: 24 jumbo frets.
  • Listed hardware: Edge-Zero II tremolo, Ibanez locking machine heads, and black finish.
  • Included protection: No bag or case listed.

Buying assessment

At the listed $465 price, the RG460DX-BLH has a clearly specified scale length, neck profile, fingerboard radius, and tremolo model. Those details give prospective buyers a useful starting point for comparing dimensions and hardware. However, the conflicting body-wood and pickup entries are substantial enough that the listing should not be treated as a fully reliable build specification.

No customer reviews are available, and the supplied information contains no hands-on test results. This review therefore makes no claims about playability, sound, tuning behavior, or build quality. Before ordering, ask the seller to confirm whether the body is nyatoh or meranti and whether the guitar has two humbuckers or the three-pickup configuration described in the detailed entry. Also confirm the included accessories and the exact Blue Haze finish. Those checks will make the listed specifications more useful in deciding whether the guitar fits your needs.

Ibanez RG460DX-BLH, front view
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Shipping and duties

The retailer ships from its warehouse in Germany. Prices are shown in US dollars and do not include import duties. Orders under roughly $800 usually clear US customs without duty; above that, a duty of a few percent may be collected on delivery. 30-day money-back and a 3-year warranty apply.

Scores by area

Where it shines, where it stumbles

What convinced me

  • Wizard III neck, 24 jumbo frets, and a 400 mm fingerboard radius suit fast playing.
  • The Edge-Zero II tremolo and locking machine heads provide a feature-rich tuning and pitch-bend setup.
  • The listed pickup configuration includes two single-coil pickups and a bridge humbucker, with a five-way switch for tonal options.

What bugged me

  • The supplied specifications conflict on the body wood and pickup configuration, so buyers should confirm the exact version before purchase.
  • No bag or case is included.

Is it the right one for you?

Good pick if

A strong fit for players seeking a fast neck, 24 frets, and a locking tremolo. Also worth considering for guitarists who want a five-way pickup switch and are comfortable confirming specification details with the seller.

Look elsewhere if

Not ideal for buyers who require certainty about the exact body wood or pickup layout before purchase. Skip it if you need a case or bag included.
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Suggested level: Intermediate

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Specifications

Color
Blue
Body
Nyatoh
Top
None
Neck
Maple, Walnut
Fretboard
Jatoba
Frets
24
Scale
648 mm
Pickups
HH
Tremolo
Edge-Zero II
Incl. bag
No
Including case
No

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Before you decide

Questions players ask

What pickup configuration does this guitar have?

The detailed specification lists two Quantum single-coil pickups and one Quantum bridge humbucker, while another line says HH. Confirm the actual configuration with the seller before ordering.

What is the body wood?

The supplied details name both Nyatoh and Meranti. The exact body wood is unclear from the listing, so ask the seller to verify it.

Does it come with a case or bag?

No. The supplied specifications say that neither a bag nor a case is included.

Is the tremolo suitable for pitch bends?

It has an Edge-Zero II tremolo and Ibanez locking machine heads. The listing does not provide further details about setup or performance.

What playing style does the neck support?

The Wizard III neck, 24 jumbo frets, and 400 mm fingerboard radius are specified features that suit fast movement across the neck.

The last word from the bench

At a listed price of 465, the RG460DX-BLH offers a 24-fret neck, jumbo frets, an Edge-Zero II tremolo, and locking machine heads. Its listed two-single-coil and bridge-humbucker setup, controlled by a five-way switch, suggests useful tonal range. However, the product data also describes the pickups as HH and lists two different body woods. Verify those details with the seller, and plan to provide your own case or bag.

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