KIKO100There is a mix of many different musical influences in Kiko Loureiro's playing style, so he needs a guitar to be well-rounded in order to cover everything he wants to do with the guitar. He and Ibanez worked for a long time, going over many different neck shapes and body shapes before deciding on what works best for him, and nailed it with the KIKO models.****Product Features****- 5pc Maple/Walnut neckThe 5pc Maple/Walnut neck provides tonal clarity and superior attack.- Rosewood fretboardRosewood fretboard provides a well-balanced solid tone with a focused mid range.- Jumbo frets with Prestige fret edge treatmentThe wide and tall fret-type offers a quick response, good articulation when playing chords and clear tone when playing single notes. Prestige Fret Edge Treatment guarantees effortlessly fast playing.- Flamed Maple top / Alder bodyThe Flamed Maple top displays a beautiful wood grain. The Alder body delivers a well-balanced bright tone, enriched resonance and sustain.- DiMarzio¨ KIKO original pickupsKiko plays a wide range of music, from metal to jazz fusion, and the pickups were designed to reflect this range of sound. The neck and bridge humbuckers have medium output and a balanced sound in terms of frequency response. The single-coil middle pickup is more powerful and warmer-sounding than a typical vintage single-coil in order to balance well with the neck and bridge pickups.- Gotoh¨ machine headsGotoh¨ machine heads provide superior precision, a smooth feel, and excellent tuning accuracy.- Edge tremoloThe masterpiece Edge bridge offers exceptional tuning stability, precise intonation adjustment, and playing comfort.- Special Wiring switch on volume control (push/pull)The Special Wiring switch offers more versatility to your sound.- Hardshell case includedIbanez Hardshell case gives extreme protection for your beloved instrument.****Special Features****- Scalloped Fingerboard on 19-24th fretsFor easier high note bending and tapping.- Deep and beveled lower horn scoopIt allows better and multidirectional high fret access.- Tilt-in JackTilt-positioned output jack on the guitar holds cables securely.