Ibanez S670QM-SPB

Ibanez S670QM-SPB review

The Ibanez S670QM-SPB is a 24-fret electric guitar built around a meranti body, a quilted maple top, and an HSH pickup layout. Its Sapphire Burst finish gives the figured top a prominent role in the instrument's appearance, while the Cosmo Black hardware adds contrast. The listed price is $722. The model has been available since September 2023, and the supplied item number is 570067.

Its specification aims to cover a broad range of electric guitar sounds without adding complicated controls. Two Quantum humbuckers sit at the neck and bridge, with a Quantum single-coil pickup in the middle. A five-way switch selects pickup combinations, and one volume control and one tone control handle the basic adjustments. That layout gives players several tonal options while keeping the control scheme familiar.

Construction and playability

The maple neck is bolted to the body, and the rosewood fingerboard has a 400 mm radius. The 648 mm scale is a standard full-length design, paired here with 24 jumbo frets and white offset dot inlays. The nut measures 43 mm across and is a locking type, an important part of the tremolo system's setup. Ibanez machine heads complete the tuning hardware.

One player review describes the neck as ergonomic and praises the fretwork, reporting no dead spots on their instrument. That same owner noted a few file marks in the binding that could be felt by hand, along with slightly noticeable fret ends. They described the fret ends as well finished, without sharp burrs, and found the guitar comfortable to play. These are individual observations rather than guarantees about every example, but they give prospective buyers useful points to inspect in person.

The S-series body is often chosen by players who want a contoured instrument, and the supplied feedback supports that appeal. One owner particularly liked the guitar's weight, feel, appearance, tuning stability, and overall playing comfort. The available specifications do not list the instrument's weight, so there is no figure to compare against other models.

Pickups and tremolo

The two Quantum humbuckers and middle single-coil provide the S670QM-SPB with a flexible starting point for clean and driven tones. A player who compared the guitar with other instruments said the pickups sounded neither shrill nor dull, and did not feel an immediate need to replace them. They also described the unplugged guitar as full sounding with noticeable sustain, with that character carrying through when amplified. Pickup response and tonal preferences vary with the amplifier, settings, and playing style, so those comments are best read as one owner's experience.

The Edge-Zero II tremolo is a central feature of the package. One reviewer reported that it worked very well and that the guitar stayed in tune. Another noted that the tremolo-equipped model felt somewhat heavier than a related fixed-bridge guitar, while describing its tone as fuller. The supplied feedback does not include a measured weight or a detailed setup procedure, so players should assess the balance and tremolo feel themselves if those factors matter to their playing.

The locking nut works alongside the tremolo and helps secure the strings at the nut. As with any locking system, string changes and setup take more steps than a conventional fixed bridge. Buyers who regularly change tunings may want to consider that practical tradeoff before choosing a floating tremolo design.

What the feedback suggests

Comments from owners are broadly positive about sound, playability, tuning, and value. One buyer called the guitar a substantial step up from a more basic Ibanez model and praised the combination of appearance and performance for the price. Another described it as a long-awaited instrument with a dynamic sound and an especially appealing feel. A brief review also praised its sound and overall condition.

There is a regional availability caveat in the submitted feedback: one customer said the model appeared in the US catalog and was not sold in Europe. That is a customer report, not a confirmed current distribution policy, so shoppers should check local availability with a dealer.

Verdict

The Ibanez S670QM-SPB brings together a figured maple top, a rosewood fingerboard, 24 jumbo frets, a three-pickup HSH configuration, and an Edge-Zero II tremolo. Owner feedback points to satisfying playability, useful pickup sounds, and good tuning stability, with minor finish and fret-end details worth checking on the specific guitar. At the listed $722 price, it is a strong option for players seeking an Ibanez with a locking tremolo and a wide range of pickup combinations. No bag or case is included, so factor that into the purchase.