Carefully inspected and professionally set up by our guitar workshop, this instrument is a showroom model, never used, in like-new condition.

Original cardbox and accessories included.

IBANEZ RGMS8PB CBS Cosmic Blue Starburst

Serial: I250807198

Weight: 3.450 kg

8-String Multi-Scale Electric Guitar

Nyatoh body

Poplar burl top

5-piece bolt-on maple/walnut neck

Jatoba fingerboard

White offset dot inlays

Neck profile: Wizard III-8

Scale length: 648 – 692 mm (25.5" – 27.2")

Fingerboard radius: 400 mm (15.75")

Nut width: 55 mm (2.17")

24 Jumbo frets

2 Array 8 MS humbuckers

1 Volume control, 1 Tone control

5-way selector switch

Mono Rail bridge

Ibanez tuners

Cosmo Black hardware

Strings: .009, .011, .016, .024, .032, .042, .059, .080

It is rare to find an 8-string guitar so competitively priced while offering such a high level of finish and build quality. The Ibanez RGMS8PB CBS rises to the challenge with impressive ease, combining accessibility, modern design, and true professional standards.

From the very first moments in hand, it’s clear this instrument was designed for demanding, modern playing styles. The multi-scale design provides perfectly balanced string tension across all eight strings: the low end is tight, precise, and clearly defined, while the higher strings remain supple and comfortable. This balance is immediately noticeable whether you’re laying down massive low-tuned riffs or executing technical passages that require clarity and articulation. The neck feels fast and stable, extremely comfortable to navigate, and the overall ergonomics make adapting to the fanned frets intuitive.

Tonally, the guitar delivers a distinctly contemporary voice. The pickups offer a sharp attack, excellent low-mid definition, and remarkable clarity even under heavy saturation. Djent, modern metal, and progressive rhythms gain impact and precision, while clean tones remain detailed and articulate with excellent string separation. The instrument handles strong dynamics effortlessly and consistently maintains a strong presence in the mix.

The finish completes the package beautifully. The poplar burl top in Cosmic Blue Starburst immediately catches the eye, offering a refined and striking visual appeal that far exceeds expectations at this price point. The construction is clean, the frets are well finished, the hardware feels solid, and tuning stability is impeccable.

In summary, the Ibanez RGMS8PB CBS is a modern, reliable, and inspiring 8-string guitar, perfectly suited to technical players and fans of contemporary heavy tones alike. It proves that a high-performance, visually stunning, and musically versatile multi-scale instrument can be accessible without breaking the bank. An excellent surprise and a particularly smart choice for anyone serious about exploring extended-range playing.