Ibanez PGM401 Prestige, (Used Comm)

The Ibanez PGM401 Prestige is Paul Gilbert's professional-grade signature model, crafted in Japan between 2009 and 2011. It features a solid ash body in a vintage-style Tri-Fade Burst finish with subtly painted F-holes, a 5-piece maple/walnut bolt-on “PGM Prestige” neck inlaid with 24 medium frets on a rosewood fingerboard, and a fixed Gotoh GTC101 bridge styled for string-through sustain.

For tone, it’s equipped with dual DiMarzio Air Classic humbuckers in both bridge and neck positions, controlled via a single volume knob and a 5-way blade switch that offers a range of wiring options, including parallel and coil-splitting setups. This configuration delivers both rich vintage PAF tones and snappy, clear articulation perfect for the diverse sonic demands of Gilbert’s playing style.

Overall, the PGM401 Prestige blends modern performance with classic aesthetics. Its ergonomic “fattened” bolt-on neck, flawless fretwork typical of Ibanez Prestige builds, and timeless appointments like pearl dot inlays and traditional headstock design make it a versatile instrument suitable for styles ranging from melodic rock to intricate lead work—offering both reliability and expressive depth.