Paul Gilbert's signature Ibanez PGM50 BK represents the perfect fusion of vintage character and modern precision engineering. Built with an American Basswood body, this guitar produces a naturally flat and balanced tone that serves as the ideal foundation for Gilbert's dynamic playing style. The instrument features DiMarzio® Air Classic™ pickups that blend classic voicing with contemporary technology, creating remarkably touch-sensitive response across all playing dynamics.
The guitar's 5-piece Maple/Walnut neck construction provides exceptional tonal clarity and superior attack, while the Rosewood fretboard contributes a well-balanced, solid tone with focused midrange characteristics. Medium-sized frets enhance note accuracy, and the Premium Fret Edge Treatment ensures smooth, comfortable performance during extended playing sessions.
Hardware appointments include Gotoh® MG-T locking machine heads for outstanding tuning stability and reduced string-changing time, paired with an F106 bridge that enriches sustain while allowing easy, independent string height adjustment. As Gilbert himself notes: "When I pick up my Ibanez, I know that everything is going to be all right. It is truly a pleasure to be able to express my anger, explore my melodic imagination, and simply play good rock and roll, with such a world-class instrument."
- American Basswood body w/ Black finish
- PGM/5pc Maple/Walnut neck w/ 25.5" scale
- Rosewood fretboard w/ 400mm radius & White dot inlays
- 22 Medium frets w/ Premium fret edge treatment
- 43mm nut
- Gotoh® MG-T locking machine heads
- F106 bridge
- DiMarzio® Air Classic™ (H) neck pickup, DiMarzio® PGM™ (S) middle pickup & DiMarzio® Air Classic™ (H) bridge pickup
- Volume Knob & 5-way pickup selector



