The Flamed Maple Art Grain (Basswood) top displaying a gorgeous wood grain and the Poplar body deliver a well-balanced tone with incredible thickness. The Maple neck provides stability and bright tonal character. The Purpleheart fretboard emphasizes the beauty and the rich tonal character of this guitar. The Double Locking system holds your guitar in tune even under aggressive on-stage abuse. Ibanez Infinity pickups deliver an accurate and tight sound with excellent dynamics. Even under heavy settings, they do not lose tonal clarity. 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.