The GRX70QA is one of the best-looking affordable electric guitars you can buy, and the Transparent Blue Burst finish over quilted maple makes it look like a much more expensive instrument. But it is not just a pretty face -- the HSS pickup configuration with two humbuckers and a single-coil gives you genuine versatility, from clean sparkle to heavy crunch, all controlled by a 5-way selector switch.

The poplar body and maple neck with jatoba fingerboard deliver a bright, balanced tone with good sustain. The neck profile is comfortable and fast, which is something Ibanez consistently gets right even at this price point. Whether you are a beginner who wants an inspiring first guitar or an experienced player looking for an affordable workhorse, the GRX70QA in Transparent Blue Burst is hard to beat for the money.