Mid-2000s Ibanez Gio GSZ120 Black Night BKN Electric Guitar

Mid-2000s Ibanez Gio GSZ120 Black Night BKN Electric Guitar

The Ibanez Gio GSZ120 is a solid, versatile electric guitar designed for players seeking classic styling and modern playability at an approachable level. Produced in China in the mid-2000s, this model features a poplar body that delivers a balanced, resonant tone while keeping the instrument lightweight and comfortable. Its Black Night (BKN) gloss polyester finish highlights the sleek carved contours of the GSZ body, giving it a striking, stage-ready look that pairs perfectly with its modern hardware.

The one-piece maple neck is shaped into a comfortable medium D-profile with a satin polyurethane finish, offering smooth, fast playability. Its 25.1" scale length and 12" fingerboard radius make it versatile for chords and lead work alike, while the 42mm black plastic nut provides reliable string spacing and tuning stability. The rosewood fingerboard is bound in cream and features pearloid inlays, with 22 medium nickel-silver frets offering consistent action across the neck and plenty of room for expressive playing. Fret life is solid here at very close to 100%.

Tonally, the GSZ120 is equipped with Ibanez PSND1 and PSND2 ceramic humbuckers, giving a wide spectrum of sounds. The neck pickup measures 11.1 kΩ, the middle position 6.1 kΩ, and the bridge 17.2 kΩ, producing everything from warm, creamy neck tones to thick, chugging bridge sounds. A 3-way selector, master volume, and tone controls provide straightforward access to a range of expressive sounds, making this guitar well-suited to rock, blues or heavy metal styles.

In excellent all-original condition, this GSZ120 has been professionally setup with 10-46s and plays beautifully with a straight neck, smooth action and perfect intonation. The gloss polyester finish does have a few battle scars in the form of scratches and chips, however the hardware remains solid and the pickups respond with clarity and punch. Lightweight at 3.4kg, this Ibanez Gio GSZ120 is a reliable, eye-catching instrument that’s ready to perform straight out of the box — perfect for developing players or anyone looking for a practical, versatile guitar with classic Ibanez flair at a very affordable price.

Specifications:

Make: Ibanez

Model: Gio GSZ120

Origin: China, Mid-2000s

Body: Poplar

Neck: 1-Piece Maple

Fingerboard: Rosewood w/ Pearloid Inlays & Cream Binding

Pickups: Ibanez PSND1 & PSND2 Humbuckers (Ceramic), Neck: 11.1kOhms, Middle: 6.1kOhms, Bridge: 17.2kOhms

Neck Profile: 25.1" Scale, Medium D Profile, Satin Polyurethane Finish, 12" Radius, 42mm Nut Width (Black Plastic)

Frets: 22 Medium Nickel Silver Frets

Finish: Black Night (BKN) (Gloss Polyester)

Weight: 3.4kg

Shipping & Returns:

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International Shipping (Insured) - $199.99

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