Famous Guitarists Who Played the Ibanez Destroyer

The Ibanez Destroyer is an electric guitar model originally manufactured by FujiGen for Hoshino Gakki, introduced in 1975 and based on the Gibson Explorer design. Over the years, it has seen multiple design changes and has been produced in both 6-string and bass versions. A star-shaped variant with a floating tremolo system became particularly popular among heavy metal and shred guitarists in the 1980s. The Destroyer model has had numerous versions released, with notable models appearing in 1976, 1980, and later years, evolving with the changing musical landscape.