Skip to main content
MusicRadar MusicRadar The No.1 website for musicians
UK EditionUK US EditionUS AU EditionAustralia SG EditionSingapore
Sign in
  • View Profile
  • Sign out
  • Artist news
  • Superbooth 2026
  • Synths
  • Guitars
  • Controllers
  • Drums
  • Keyboards & Pianos
  • Guitar Amps
  • Music Gear Reviews
  • Software & Apps
  • More
    • Recording
    • DJ Gear
    • Acoustic Guitars
    • Bass Guitars
    • Tech
    • Tutorials
    • Reviews
    • Buying Guides
    • About us
More
  • Superbooth 2026
  • Kate Bush Army Dreamers
  • 95k+ free music samples
  • Theory of Feels
  1. Guitars

In pictures: Ibanez Roadcore RC320M unboxed

News
By Michael Brown published 9 January 2014

'Core blimey!

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

Ibanez Roadcore RC320M

Ibanez Roadcore RC320M

Back when it was first announced, we loved the old-school looks of Ibanez’s new Roadcore series, so we were delighted when this gorgeous double-cut landed in the post room. Join us as we unwrap its sultry charms…

For the full review of the Ibanez Roadcore RC320M, check out Total Guitar issue 251, on sale 17 February.

Get Total Guitar for iOS devices, Kindle Fire and Android

Page 1 of 6
Page 1 of 6
Ibanez Roadcore RC320M

Ibanez Roadcore RC320M

Brown Burst sounds a little messy, but it’s the name of the RC320M’s finish – the M in the model name stands for the maple fretboard

Get Total Guitar for iOS devices, Kindle Fire and Android

Page 2 of 6
Page 2 of 6
Ibanez Roadcore RC320M

Ibanez Roadcore RC320M

The guitar’s finish is topped off with classy double binding

Get Total Guitar for iOS devices, Kindle Fire and Android

Page 3 of 6
Page 3 of 6
Ibanez Roadcore RC320M

Ibanez Roadcore RC320M

A pair of specially designed Core-Tone pickups are behind the Roadcore’s tones

Get Total Guitar for iOS devices, Kindle Fire and Android

Page 4 of 6
Page 4 of 6
Ibanez Roadcore RC320M

Ibanez Roadcore RC320M

That Tight-Tune bridge promises exceptional tuning stability – and how cool are those flying saucer-style knobs?

Get Total Guitar for iOS devices, Kindle Fire and Android

Page 5 of 6
Page 5 of 6
Ibanez Roadcore RC320M

Ibanez Roadcore RC320M

It’s a bit of a departure from the usual Ibanez fare, but the RC320M provides more proof that the company is so much more than shred guitars

Get Total Guitar for iOS devices, Kindle Fire and Android

Page 6 of 6
Page 6 of 6
Michael Brown
Michael Brown
Social Links Navigation

Mike is Editor-in-Chief of GuitarWorld.com, in addition to being an offset fiend and recovering pedal addict. He has a master's degree in journalism, and has spent the past decade writing and editing for guitar publications including MusicRadar, Total Guitar and Guitarist, as well as a decade-and-a-half performing in bands of variable genre (and quality). In his free time, you'll find him making progressive instrumental rock under the nom de plume Maebe.

Read more
A Strandberg Boden Original N2.6T headless electric guitar with a Fender Tone Master amp modeler
Electric Guitars “If this is the future of guitar, then sign me up”: Strandberg Boden Original N2.6T review
 
 
Harley Benton ST-Modern Carlos Asensio
Electric Guitars “An absolute steal when it comes to quality and value for money”: Harley Benton ST-Modern Carlos Asensio CGM review
 
 
A Harley Benton Fusion IV HH electric guitar lies on a white floor with a rug and guitar cable nearby
Electric Guitars “It certainly appears a lot more expensive than it actually is”: Harley Benton Fusion IV HH FR review
 
 
Fender 75th Anniversary Telecaster Road Worn and Cabronita
Electric Guitars Fender 75th Anniversary Vintera Road Worn 1951 Telecaster & American Professional Classic Cabronita Telecaster review
 
 
Danelectro Dan O Cool 12 String
Electric Guitars "Danelectro’s finishing falls noticeably short of what the market now expects at this level": Danelectro Dan O. Cool 12 String review
 
 
The Gretsch Electromatic Premier Jet reinvents the classic singlecut. Yes, there is the chambered body as before but with a compound radius fingerboard, Twin Six pickups, and contemporary touches such as Luminlay side-markers it is very much a modern update.
Guitars “The perfect marriage of brilliance and brute force”: Gretsch unveils the reinvention of the Jet
 
 
Latest in Guitars
A Charvel Standard Series San Dimas Style 2 SD2 HH HT electric guitar lying on a dark floor with a coiled guitar cable next to it
Electric Guitars “I wanted to write it off after seeing the fretboard and feeling the back of the neck, but it won me over,”: Charvel Standard Series San Dimas Style 2 SD2 HH HT review
 
 
UAFX ANTI 1992 on red background
Guitar Pedals Sweetwater's latest sale is the place for pedal lovers, with big savings on Universal Audio, Line 6, Eventide, Keeley, DigiTech and more - including $100 off the highly rated UAFX Anti 1992
 
 
Deals of the week logo
Tech MusicRadar deals of the week: We've found $200 off one of the best microphones around, $100 off a stunning Guild offset and a slew of discounted guitar pedals
 
 
Rush in 1976, the year the Canadian prog trio's fortunes changed as 2112 was released
Artists “It was the record that changed our lives”: Rush frontman Geddy Lee on the band's classic 2112
 
 
New for 2026: Gretsch Electromatic Baritones, ft the CVT on the left, the Jet on the right
Guitars Gretsch reinvents a cult classic loved by Jack Antonoff as it unveils two Electromatic baritones
 
 
Seymour Duncan Limited Edition 50th Anniversary Duncan Custom
Guitars Seymour Duncan releases hand-wound replica of an OG humbucker from the dawn of the high-gain era
 
 
Latest in News
ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 21 : Shania Twain performs in concert at the Arrowhead Pond, June 21, 1998 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Bob Riha, Jr./Getty Images)
Artists Shania Twain discusses producer Mutt Lange's unique hit-making prowess
 
 
Olivia Dean
Artists Olivia Dean sings the praises of the affordable vocal mic that’s still going strong after 60 years
 
 
VIENNA, AUSTRIA - MAY 14: Look Mum No Computer representing United Kingdom performs during the third dress rehearsal for the semi-final 2 of the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest at Wiener Stadthalle on May 14, 2026 in Vienna, Austria. (Photo by Christian Bruna/Getty Images)
Artists Look Mum No Computer reveals his self-built Eurovision “mega-synthesizer” and says 'nil points' is OK
 
 
Drake performs live on stage during day two of Wireless Festival 2025
Artists "I don't remember one word of your raps": Drake stokes Lamar feud once more on one of three new albums
 
 
Jack Antonoff headshot
Producers & Engineers "By all means drive right off that cliff”: Jack Antonoff blasts those who use AI in music
 
 
HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - MAY 14: Ludwig Göransson attends the Premiere of Disney's "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu" at TCL Chinese Theatre on May 14, 2026 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic)
Artists Ludwig Göransson bought 35 bronze gongs to use on the soundtrack for Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey
 
 

MusicRadar is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Visit our corporate site.

Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google
  • About Us
  • Contact Future's experts
  • Terms and conditions
  • Privacy policy
  • Cookies policy
  • Advertise with us
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Careers

© Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, Bath BA1 1UA. All rights reserved. England and Wales company registration number 2008885.

Please login or signup to comment

Please wait...