Ibanez has completely reimagined the headless guitar concept with their groundbreaking Q (Quest) series, developing an entirely new instrument from scratch rather than simply adapting existing designs. This innovative range represents a significant leap forward in headless guitar technology, combining cutting-edge features with meticulous attention to tone, performance, and playing comfort. The series addresses the evolving needs of modern guitarists who demand lighter, more portable instruments without compromising on technical capabilities.
The Q series showcases several proprietary innovations, including custom-designed R1 single coil and Q58 humbucker pickups, a new Mono-Tune bridge system, and a unique string locking mechanism. The QX subseries takes ergonomics to the next level with its revolutionary 8-degree inward slanted frets, specifically engineered to enhance comfort and precision for highly technical playing styles. These thoughtful design elements work together to create an instrument that pushes the boundaries of what headless guitars can achieve.
Key specifications include a Wizard C 3-piece roasted maple and bubinga neck paired with a roasted birdseye maple fretboard featuring Jescar EVO Gold frets. The nyatoh body houses Q58 H-H pickups controlled by the sophisticated dyna-MIX10 switching system with Alter Switch functionality. This comprehensive feature set ensures the Q series appeals not only to progressive and technical players but also to traditional guitarists who may be exploring headless designs for the first time, opening new creative possibilities across all musical genres.
- Wizard C 3pc Roasted Maple/Bubinga neck
- Roasted Birdseye Maple fretboard
- Jescar EVO Gold
- Nyatoh body
- Q58 H-H pickups
- Custom string lock
- Mono tune bridges
- dyna-MIX10 switching system with Alter Switch
- Ergonomic body design (Q)



