Signature Guitar

The Ibanez FLATV1 electric guitar is a signature model of guitarist Josh Smith. In Black finish, it is made in Japan, on a base of light ash body, and a roasted maple neck. The pickups are Seymour Duncan FLAT5 developed for this guitar. Delivered in Ibanez Hardshell case.

ARTICLE N° 80640
The FLATV1-BK is the signature guitar of blues-rock virtuoso Josh Smith. Designed in the AZ series, it combines classic design with modern innovations.

The guitar features a solid ash body and a one-piece S-TECH roasted maple neck with a "soft V" profile for optimal comfort. The roasted maple fingerboard offers excellent sustain and a well-balanced attack.

Electronically, the FLATV1 is equipped with Seymour Duncan FLAT5 single-coil pickups, custom-designed to deliver vintage tone with slightly increased output, matching Josh Smith's precise specifications.

The Gotoh F1803 bridge and Gotoh tuners ensure precise tuning stability, while the titanium saddles allow for perfect intonation. With 21 medium frets and a bone nut, it combines ergonomics and performance.

This gloss black guitar also features Luminlay side inlays, which are handy for playing on dark stages, and comes with a hardshell case.

The Ibanez FLATV1 is a versatile instrument, perfect for blues, rock and jazz guitarists looking for a blend of vintage tone and modern playability.
Number of strings
 6
Body material
 Ash
Neck material
 Maple
Fingerboard material
 Maple
Scale length
 648,00 mm (25,50")
Pickguard color
 White
Pickup setup
 SS
Color
 Black
Case or cover included
 Hard Case
  • Ibanez electric guitar
  • FLATV1-BK Josh Smith signature model
  • Black finish
  • Ash body
  • 1-piece roasted maple neck
  • Roasted maple fingerboard
  • Black dot inlay inlays
  • 648mm/25.5" scale
  • 21 medium Prestige fret edge treatment frets
  • 42.00 mm nut width
  • 250mmR fingerboard radius
  • 2 Seymour Duncan FLAT5 pickups
  • Controls: Master Volume / Master Tone
  • 3-position pickup selector
  • Gotoh F1803 bridge
  • Gotoh tuners
  • Originally assembled and adjusted by pulling 010-046 EXL110
  • Delivered in Ibanez Hardshell case
Josh Smith is an American guitarist, singer and songwriter born in 1979 in Middletown, Connecticut. He is best known for his blues and blues rock styles, with a virtuoso playing style that blends influences from soul, jazz and rock. Smith began playing guitar at a young age, performing on stage at the age of 12. He quickly gained a reputation for his technical talent and feel, which led to him working with renowned artists.

Over the years, he has released several solo albums, showcasing his mastery of the guitar and his compositions. Josh Smith is also a highly sought-after collaborator, having played with musicians such as Joe Bonamassa, Eric Johnson and Kirk Fletcher. He is appreciated for his ability to move from explosive solos to more subtle and emotional passages, always with a keen sense of groove and rhythm.
Ibanez - FLATV1-BK Josh Smith
Ibanez - FLATV1-BK Josh Smith
1 775 € excl VAT
including eco-part : 0,90 €
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