New Ibanez K7 Yin and Yang signature guitars arrive in Australia
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19.08.2025

New Ibanez K7 Yin and Yang signature guitars arrive in Australia

K7 Yin and Yang
words by mixdown staff

The seven-string pioneers return with two highly anticipated signature models for Australian players.

Ibanez has launched the K7 Yin Munky Signature Guitar and K7 Yang Head Signature Guitar, marking the return of the legendary seven-string innovators with two distinctive new models. These highly anticipated instruments are now available to order in Australia through Australis Music Group at an RRP of $3,999 each.

The Japanese guitar manufacturer established itself as the pioneer of seven-string guitars, and these new K7 signature models continue that legacy with precision-engineered features designed for demanding players. Both the K7 Yin Munky Signature Guitar and K7 Yang Head Signature Guitar showcase Ibanez’s commitment to combining traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology.

Key specifications across both models

  • Wizard II-7 five-piece maple/walnut neck construction
  • Jumbo frets for enhanced single-note playability
  • DiMarzio Blaze H-H pickup configuration
  • Gotoh machine heads for superior tuning precision
  • Luminescent side dot position markers for dark stage visibility

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At the foundation of both instruments sits the renowned Wizard II-7 five-piece maple and walnut neck construction. This thin, flat and fast neck design provides the strength and stability that Ibanez players have come to expect, offering unlimited playability for the most demanding performance situations.

The K7 Yin features an ebony fretboard that delivers tight lows and focused midrange response with strong high-end attack. This model incorporates the legendary Lo-Pro Edge tremolo system with U-bar, providing maximum playing comfort through its streamlined profile and recessed fine tuners, while locking studs contribute to enhanced tuning stability.

In contrast, the K7 Yang Head model utilises a rosewood fretboard that provides well-balanced solid tone with focused midrange characteristics. This model features the innovative EverTune bridge system, designed to maintain perfect tuning under any performance conditions.

Both guitars feature DiMarzio Blaze pickups, originally developed for Ibanez’s groundbreaking Universe guitars. These pickups deliver a scooped midrange response with perfectly balanced output levels, capable of handling everything from pristine clean jazz tones through to heavily saturated metal sounds.

The precision Gotoh machine heads ensure superior tuning accuracy and smooth operation, while the luminescent side dot markers provide essential fretboard visibility during low-light performance situations.

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