Ibanez M80M Weathered Black 2014 Meshuggah Signature 8 String Electric Guitar

This is an Ibanez M80M 8-string electric guitar in Weathered Black finish. Made in Indonesia in 2014, this guitar is the signature model of Meshuggah guitarists Fredrik Thordendal & Mårten Hagström. Based on the RG series, this instrument of course features a bolt-on construction comprising an Ash body, 5pc Maple/Walnut neck with KTS Titanium reinforcement rods & 24 fret Rosewood fingerboard. Black hardware is fitted including an FX Edge III-8 double-locking hardtail bridge & a set of sealed tuning machines. A single passive ceramic Lundgren Model M8P pickup is installed in the bridge position and is wired to master volume & tone controls.

The 5pc Maple/Walnut neck plays very well, with the M80M profile feeling somewhat like a shallow ’D’ shape thanks to the lightly flattened area to the centre rear. This encourages ergonomic thumb positioning for easy reach across the register - essential for an 8 string with a nut width of 2.165”. The Rosewood of the fretboard feels smooth & durable under the fingers, and with its radius of 15.75” provides a smooth & responsive playing surface which is well equipped for both heavy low-down riffing & fast melodic lead lines. The rather flat radius works in conjunction with the jumbo frets to ensure that string bending & vibrato techniques are smooth & effortless.

The single Lundgren Model M8P passive ceramic humbucker installed in the bridge position delivers thick & crushing tones, perfect for the progressive metal/djent sounds Meshuggah are known for. The pickup can of course handle serious amounts of gain for a saturated heavy tone, with an accurate low end response that tracks even the heaviest of low-down riffing with ease. The controls are kept simple but still offer comprehensive tonal control for easy tweaking of your sound while playing. A serious tool for the contemporary heavy player.

Luthier Report

Our ID: 1160826232250

Weight: 8.35lbs

Serial: I140107590

Aesthetic Condition:

Headstock: Overall very good condition. Mild circular discoloration marks are present to the treble side edge, consistent with the use of a string winder. Light markings are present to the rear of the headstock towards the tip, seen under close scrutiny.

Neck: Overall very good condition. Mild discolouration is present to the rear of the neck across the register, this is consistent with past use in a high contact area. This is perhaps most notable near the volute.

Body: Overall excellent condition. The satin finish has worn to a light gloss in high contact areas, consistent with playwear. This is most notable to the treble side of the string and around the volume control.

Condition of Frets:

The frets demonstrate light signs of use, not affecting playability. There is considerable material remaining for any fret work the new owner may wish to perform.

Current Set Up:

Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool (4mm hex) included.

Hardware: Excellent condition. DiMarzio ClipLock strap fasteners have been fitted. The strap itself is not included.

Structural: No concerns or issues to note.

Height of the string from the 12th Fret-1.5mm - Bass 2mm

Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height.

Strings on Guitar - Rotosound 10-74 8 string set

Electrics:

Fully functional.

Case & Accessories:

Ibanez soft shell case.

Excellent condition. Original strap buttons, truss rod & bridge adjustment tools included. The DiMarzio ClipLock strap is not included.