--- product_id: 274705824 title: "GRGR221PA-AQB Gio Electric Guitar – Aqua Burst | Poplar Burl Art-Grain Top / Okoume Body, Maple GRG Neck, Purpleheart Fretboard, Dual IBZ-6 Humbuckers, F106 Hardtail Bridge" brand: "ibanez" price: "€ 616.95" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Ibanez" url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/274705824-grgr221pa-aqb-gio-electric-guitar-aqua-burst-poplar-burl-art store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Aqua Burst finish 6-string solid body Poplar Burl art-grain top GRGR221PA-AQB Gio Electric Guitar – Aqua Burst | Poplar Burl Art-Grain Top / Okoume Body, Maple GRG Neck, Purpleheart Fretboard, Dual IBZ-6 Humbuckers, F106 Hardtail Bridge **Brand:** ibanez **Price:** € 616.95 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Own the stage with style and sound that commands attention! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** GRGR221PA-AQB Gio Electric Guitar – Aqua Burst | Poplar Burl Art-Grain Top / Okoume Body, Maple GRG Neck, Purpleheart Fretboard, Dual IBZ-6 Humbuckers, F106 Hardtail Bridge by ibanez - **How much does it cost?** € 616.95 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/274705824-grgr221pa-aqb-gio-electric-guitar-aqua-burst-poplar-burl-art) ## Best For - ibanez enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ibanez brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Last:** Mono-unit output jack prevents connection failures for reliable, maintenance-free gigs. - • **Sustain & Stability:** F106 hardtail bridge ensures long sustain and precise string height adjustment. - • **Pro-Level Playability:** Maple neck + Purpleheart fretboard for smooth, stable, and vibrant tone. - • **Striking Visual Impact:** Eye-catching Aqua Burst with Poplar Burl art-grain top—stand out on stage or stream. - • **Signature Sound Clarity:** Dual IBZ-6 humbuckers deliver crystal-clear, versatile sound for any style. ## Overview The Ibanez GRGR221PA-AQB is a 6-string electric guitar designed for beginners and intermediate players seeking professional-grade features at an accessible price. It boasts a stable maple neck paired with a rich Purpleheart fretboard, dual IBZ-6 humbuckers for tonal clarity, and a durable F106 hardtail bridge for enhanced sustain. Finished in a stunning Aqua Burst with a Poplar Burl art-grain top, this guitar combines eye-catching aesthetics with reliable craftsmanship, making it a top choice for practice, performance, and recording. ## Description From the manufacturer Ibanez GRGR221PA-AQB- Aqua Burst Electric Guitar The Ibanez GRGR221PA-AQB stands out with its high-performance features wrapped in an eye-catching Aqua Burst finish. Built as part of the GIO series, this RG-style solid body guitar combines aggressive aesthetics with practical playability, making it a strong choice for beginner to intermediate players ready to make a statement. Features Maple neck The Maple neck provides stability and bright tonal character. Purpleheart fretboard The Purpleheart fretboard emphasizes the beauty and the rich tonal character of this guitar. IBZ-6 pickups / F106 bridge IBZ-6 pickups improve tonal clarity. The F106 bridge enriches sustain. String height adjustment can be done easily and independently. Mono-unit output jack The mono-unit output jack is made of solid, durable material and is a single piece to avoid unwanted movement and loosening of the jack, which leads to contact failure or disconnection. This innovation allows for long term playing enjoyment and minimal maintenance. NECK DIMENSIONS Scale : 648mm/25.5" a : Width 43mm at NUT b : Width 58mm at 24F c : Thickness 19.5mm at 1F d : Thickness 21.5mm at 12F Radius : 400mmR SWITCHING SYSTEM When the pickup selector switch is in neck position, the neck pickup is selected. When the switch is in between neck and center position, bridge side of the neck pickup is selected. When the switch is in center position, both neck and bridge pickup s are selected. When the switch is in between center and bridge position, the bridge side of the neck pickup and the bridge side of the bridge pickup are selected. When the switch is in bridge position, bridge pickup is selected. CONTROLS With the guitar held in the playing position, there is one knob and one switch along the lower edge of the body. Closest to the neck is the five-way pickup selector switch. Closer to the input jack is the tone knob. The volume knob is located right above the five-way pickup selector switch. Review: Best guitar in the world at this price point? - Amazing guitar for the price. I would never really consider buying Ibanez Gio series but this caught me off guard. Plays like a dream, didn't require too much setting up out of the box for the way I play and sounds just as good as a £500+ guitar. I play 7 String mainly but bought this to play some Drop C, 6 string songs like Killswitch Engage and it's near perfect. Looks the part too, though I'm sure the wood effect under the blue is a print and not real wood? Anyway for just over £200, worth every penny. Review: Superb beginner guitar - I've just picked up guitar again after about 20 years of not having played, about 3 months in with a very old manky guitar that had sat in the cupboard for years. The setup is all over place and it's seen better days. I wanted something new but I didn't want to spend a fortune, came across this guitar here on desertcart and the reviews said an ideal guiter for beginners. They're spot on! It arrive very well packed, it had been a cold day and I left it standing to allow it time to warm up slowly to room temperature before tuning it up. I plugged it into Rocksmith and just wow! I can hear every bloody mistake I'm making! ha ha!! Seriously the tone is crystal clear to my untrained ear. The Rocksmith processor is picking up every note from low end chugging to high end noddling, it's all coming through perfectly. My scores on Rocksmith shot up on the first playthrough of my favourite tracks. My wife was wary of me spending money on something I mght get bored with but the second she saw it even she was blown away by how beautiful it looks, and it looks even more stunning than it does in the pics. I'm no expert and I'm sure a pro would pick it up and scoff at it but as a budget guitar for someone happily noodling away on their own for something to do in the evenings after work instead of watching the idiot box, it's a stuning instrument and I can't recommend it highly enough if you're a beginner like and looking for something that will get you playing more and improving your skills. ## Features - The GIO, GRG Range. A 6 String Electric Guitar from the world leading Ibanez guitar brand / Ibanez renowned quality, playability and craftsmanship whatever your level or style of guitar playing. - Great for beginners: This stylish and affordable electric has a GRGR maple neck, with an Okoume body and a Poplar burl grain top. A comfortable shape and eye-catching colour, perfect for practicing or performances. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08SHLHBGT | | Back Material Type | Okoume Wood | | Back material type | Okoume Wood | | Best Sellers Rank | 13,068 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 42 in Solid Body Electric Guitars | | Body Material Type | Okoume | | Body material | Okoume | | Brand | Ibanez | | Brand Name | Ibanez | | Colour | Aqua Blue | | Connector Type | 1/4 inch (6.35mm) jack | | Country of Origin | China | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 303 Reviews | | Fretboard Material Type | Maple Wood | | Global Trade Identification Number | 04549763280879 | | Guitar Bridge System | Fixed | | Guitar Pickup Configuration | S | | Hand Orientation | Right | | Included Components | Guitar, Strings (possibly) | | Instrument | Guitar | | Item Dimensions | 111.8 x 25.4 x 12.7 centimetres | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 111.7L x 25.4W x 12.7H centimetres | | Item Type Name | Electric Guitar | | Item Weight | 454 g | | Manufacturer | Ibanez | | Manufacturer Part Number | GRGR221PAAQB | | Material Type | Okoume Wood Maple Wood | | Model Name | GRGR221PA | | Model Number | GRGR221PAAQB | | Neck Material Type | Maple | | Neck material type | Maple | | Number of Strings | 6 | | Product Warranty | 1 year. | | Scale Length | 25.5 Inches | | Set Name | Single | | Size | 10 inches | | String Material Type | Alloy Steel | | String Nut Width | 42.67 Millimetres | | Top Material Type | Okoume Wood | | Top material type | Okoume Wood | | Unit Count | 1 count | ## Product Details - **Back material type:** Okoume Wood - **Body material:** Okoume - **Brand:** Ibanez - **Colour:** Aqua Blue - **Fretboard material type:** Maple Wood - **Guitar pick-up configuration:** S - **Hand orientation:** Right - **Neck material type:** Maple - **String material type:** Alloy Steel - **Top material type:** Okoume Wood ## Images ![GRGR221PA-AQB Gio Electric Guitar – Aqua Burst | Poplar Burl Art-Grain Top / Okoume Body, Maple GRG Neck, Purpleheart Fretboard, Dual IBZ-6 Humbuckers, F106 Hardtail Bridge - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61AbrLczqgL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: ?What strings come on the guitar? Is it 9 - 42?** A: 9-42 indeed! **Q: Is it possible to attach a tremolo bar to this guitar?** A: Only if you replace the hole bridge as this has a hardtail. **Q: What case do you recommend for this electric guitar** A: Hard flight cases are always a winner of you're willing to spend the money, but any will do really. **Q: What size case is required** A: Standard ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best guitar in the world at this price point? *by A***H on 17 April 2026* Amazing guitar for the price. I would never really consider buying Ibanez Gio series but this caught me off guard. Plays like a dream, didn't require too much setting up out of the box for the way I play and sounds just as good as a £500+ guitar. I play 7 String mainly but bought this to play some Drop C, 6 string songs like Killswitch Engage and it's near perfect. Looks the part too, though I'm sure the wood effect under the blue is a print and not real wood? Anyway for just over £200, worth every penny. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superb beginner guitar *by M***N on 14 February 2025* I've just picked up guitar again after about 20 years of not having played, about 3 months in with a very old manky guitar that had sat in the cupboard for years. The setup is all over place and it's seen better days. I wanted something new but I didn't want to spend a fortune, came across this guitar here on Amazon and the reviews said an ideal guiter for beginners. They're spot on! It arrive very well packed, it had been a cold day and I left it standing to allow it time to warm up slowly to room temperature before tuning it up. I plugged it into Rocksmith and just wow! I can hear every bloody mistake I'm making! ha ha!! Seriously the tone is crystal clear to my untrained ear. The Rocksmith processor is picking up every note from low end chugging to high end noddling, it's all coming through perfectly. My scores on Rocksmith shot up on the first playthrough of my favourite tracks. My wife was wary of me spending money on something I mght get bored with but the second she saw it even she was blown away by how beautiful it looks, and it looks even more stunning than it does in the pics. I'm no expert and I'm sure a pro would pick it up and scoff at it but as a budget guitar for someone happily noodling away on their own for something to do in the evenings after work instead of watching the idiot box, it's a stuning instrument and I can't recommend it highly enough if you're a beginner like and looking for something that will get you playing more and improving your skills. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great guitar *by P***X on 4 November 2024* This guitar is exceptional for the price,it is a rock guitar which was perfect for my collection. Would have given it 5 stars but not really set up out of box. So if you do end up buying it,then you should consider getting it set up properly with new strings,this will cost about £40 to £50 but well worth it... Then you will have a fantastic looking guitar that plays as well as it looks...👍 ## Frequently Bought Together - Ibanez GIO GRGR221PA Electric Guitar - Aqua Burst - GLEAM Guitar Stand - Adjustable Fit Electric, Classical Guitars and Bass, Load Capacity 20LB, Accessories, Folding Type Black (CG-4) - New Bee 10 ft Guitar Cable - Electric Instrument Cable for Bass, Guitar, Mandolin, Pro Audio - Straight to Straight - Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/274705824-grgr221pa-aqb-gio-electric-guitar-aqua-burst-poplar-burl-art](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/274705824-grgr221pa-aqb-gio-electric-guitar-aqua-burst-poplar-burl-art) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-07-26*