Tosin Abasi of Animals as Leaders took to Instagram this weekend to tease (and then fully unveil) the prototype for his 2016 Ibanez signature model. It looks a bit like a variation on a Claas with a multiscale neck, what looks like some Seymour Duncan Blackout pickups, a single volume knob, and of course 8 strings.

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Whether or not you think it looks good, this is definitely a huge step forward for Ibanez in terms of progressive design. What do you think?

Also, check out these videos Tosin posted showcasing the prototype on his Instagram…