The RGA8 features an arched-top mahogany body bolted to a titanium-reinforced maple and walnut neck with a 24-fret rosewood fingerboard with white dot position markers. Components include dual, covered Ibanez active humbucking pickups with an Active EQ control, a fixed bridge and a locking nut. For 2011, the body shape was updated with new, deeper scoop cuts on the horns. The RGA8QM is a similar model with a quilted maple top. The RGA7 is a similar seven-string model and the RGA42 is similar six-string guitar. The RGA8 was discontinued after 2013.