Ibanez Talman

The Ibanez Talman is an original design used for both electric and acoustic guitars as well as basses. With its offset, retro styled body, the Talman appeals to a distinctly different market than that of Ibanez's primary fanbase of metal and shred players.

The Talman was first intriduced in 1994 as a Grunge-friendly alternative to their more overtly metal-styled RG models. The Talman has something of a counter culture appeal, and has been seen in the hands of players in bands including Rage Against the Machine and The Offspring.

The Talman is typically made with a bolt-on neck construction and can feature either humbucking or single coil 'lipstick tube' pickups. As well as the distinctive body shape, the Talman has a unique headstock shape with a three-a-side formation for the tuners. There have been various Talman models available over the years.

The Talman acoustic guitar range has proven very popular in the UK. It retains the unique Talman shape and has a smaller body size than most acoustics as a result. Their resulting portability and easy playability make them an excellent choice for players who prefer more compact instruments.