Where do I find the serial number on a guitar?

The serial number of an acoustic is located on the label inside the sound hole of the guitar. All acoustic serial numbers begin with the letter A, and are followed by the two digit year prefix. The remaining digits indicate the sequential number of acoustics built to date.

How do I identify my Ibanez bass?

A model number could look like this: RG3520Z where RG is the code for RG series, the specific model number is 3520 and the suffix is Z. Sometimes, for instance in catalogs, the abbreviation defining the model finish is included to the model number, so you would get RG3520Z HBK or even RG3520ZHBK (without the space).

Are Ibanez guitars made in China?

Most Ibanez guitars were made by the FujiGen guitar factory in Japan up until the mid- to late 1980s, and from then on Ibanez guitars have also been made in other Asian countries such as Korea, China, and Indonesia. From 1982, Ibanez guitars have also been sold in Japan as well.

How can I find out what model my guitar is?

The most common place to find identification is on the headstock or on a label inside of the guitar, if applicable. If there is nothing on your guitar in question, chances are the original label or logo has fallen off.

What is the model of my guitar?

Many guitars will have a model name next to the brand name, or it will be placed somewhere else on the guitar. Check the entire guitar as model names can be put just about anywhere (truss rod cover, neckplate, tailpiece, etc.).