Description
Provenance & History
This Ibanez RG8570BB J-Custom was acquired by Herman in Japan during the DragonForce Reaching Into Infinity Japan Tour (2017). It served as his primary warm-up instrument—used in dressing rooms and hotel rooms across the tour—and stood ready as a stage backup. Following the tour, Herman brought this guitar back to the UK, where it has remained a trusted studio instrument ever since.
This Ibanez RG8570BB J-Custom was acquired by Herman in Japan during the DragonForce Reaching Into Infinity Japan Tour (2017). It served as his primary warm-up instrument—used in dressing rooms and hotel rooms across the tour—and stood ready as a stage backup. Following the tour, Herman brought this guitar back to the UK, where it has remained a trusted studio instrument ever since.
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Limited Edition Specifications
The RG8570BB was produced in an extremely limited run of just 20 units worldwide (discontinued 2017), making this one of the rarest J-Custom models ever created. (Source: ibanez.fandom.com)
The RG8570BB was produced in an extremely limited run of just 20 units worldwide (discontinued 2017), making this one of the rarest J-Custom models ever created. (Source: ibanez.fandom.com)
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Condition & Disclaimer
⚠️ SOLD AS-IS / NO WARRANTIES: This guitar is sold strictly in its current condition without any warranties, express or implied. All technical specifications and descriptions are provided to the best of our knowledge but may contain inaccuracies. Buyers should expect wear consistent with professional tour and studio use. No returns, refunds, or exchanges. By purchasing, buyer acknowledges they have reviewed all provided photographs and descriptions and accepts full responsibility for the condition of this vintage/tour-used instrument.
⚠️ SOLD AS-IS / NO WARRANTIES: This guitar is sold strictly in its current condition without any warranties, express or implied. All technical specifications and descriptions are provided to the best of our knowledge but may contain inaccuracies. Buyers should expect wear consistent with professional tour and studio use. No returns, refunds, or exchanges. By purchasing, buyer acknowledges they have reviewed all provided photographs and descriptions and accepts full responsibility for the condition of this vintage/tour-used instrument.
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Authentication & Inclusions
Includes a handwritten Certificate of Authenticity personally signed by Herman Li, documenting this specific guitar’s direct connection to the Reaching Into Infinity tour and subsequent studio use.
Includes a handwritten Certificate of Authenticity personally signed by Herman Li, documenting this specific guitar’s direct connection to the Reaching Into Infinity tour and subsequent studio use.
Also included: Original Ibanez hardshell case.
Optional: Upon buyer request, Herman Li will personally sign the back of the headstock prior to shipment.
Optional: Upon buyer request, Herman Li will personally sign the back of the headstock prior to shipment.
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Availability & Shipping
This is a limited-time offering available strictly through 27 March 2026. Should the instrument remain unsold by this date, the listing will be withdrawn and may be reintroduced at a later time at the seller’s discretion.
All items ship from the UK on 27 March 2026 via insured courier to verified addresses only (tracking and signature required). Buyer pays all shipping, insurance, and any applicable import duties/taxes.
This is a limited-time offering available strictly through 27 March 2026. Should the instrument remain unsold by this date, the listing will be withdrawn and may be reintroduced at a later time at the seller’s discretion.
All items ship from the UK on 27 March 2026 via insured courier to verified addresses only (tracking and signature required). Buyer pays all shipping, insurance, and any applicable import duties/taxes.
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Purchase Information
Pricing: Available upon inquiry. Serious collectors only—please use the contact page to email for pricing details.
Payment: Bank transfer only (wire transfer accepted). Funds must clear prior to the shipping date.
Pricing: Available upon inquiry. Serious collectors only—please use the contact page to email for pricing details.
Payment: Bank transfer only (wire transfer accepted). Funds must clear prior to the shipping date.
