Ibanez RG Guitars
Ibanez’ RG series of guitars was originally part of Steve Vai’s JEM/Universe series introduced in 1987. The guitars are designed for one purpose- to rock hard.
The RG series models all have a thin, flat neck and a wide double octave fret board which helps with performing chords and solos. The body is sleek and distinctive, and from the look of the guitar you will immediately know that this guitar isn’t made for acoustic love songs. The RG series is famous for being the basis of a line of easy to play seven string guitars, although the company added eight string models in 2007. The guitars feature all of Ibanez’ high quality construction features with the addition of a rock and roll appearance that makes them favorites among professional musicians. The Ibanez RG line falls into five sub-categories:
- The Ibanez RG Prestige series models were first introduced in 1987, and are still rocking today. They are well known for their distinctive shape- thin, fast necks that create hard edged rock and heavy metal tones. The Ibanez RG Prestige series guitars are made in Japan by the best craftsmen Ibanez can find. The RG Prestige models feature Wizard necks with Prestige finishing; Edge Zero and Edge pro bridges, and a wide range of intense pickups in different configurations. The Ibanez RG Prestige series also offers seven and eight string models
- The Ibanez RG Tremolo series has several models with different features and unique finishes. The coolest part of these models is the diabolical, double locking Edge III bridge, which allows the player to create wild tremolo effects and provides total tuning stability. Ibanez RG Tremolo tremolo-equipped guitars continue to pus the limit on what hard rock should be.
- The Ibanez RG Fixed defines what a metal axe should be- it is simple and has a fixed bridge. Ibanez offers thru-necks on some models of the RG Fixed, and they can take whatever beating you give them when you are slamming out hard core beats. The RG Fixed series was designed to accommodate guitarists who want the loud sound of an RG without dealing with double-locking.
- The Ibanez GRG series is an affordable model with high dollar features. The GRG series is designed for beginner guitarists who want the chance to own a guitar that will grow with them. The GRG models feature Powersound pickups in a hum/sing/hum configuration that creates tons of tonal variation. The GRG has a maple neck and basswood body, a Fat 10 bridge, and comes in three different finishes. Just like Ibanez’ more expensive models, the guitars are set up and inspected so you can open the box and start rocking.
- The GRX series has a basswood body, standard tremolos, Powersound hum bucking pickups, and comes in a range of metallic finishes. The GRX is another great guitar for the new guitarist, because although they are priced low they are designed to satisfy you for many years. Like the GRG series, the guitars are inspected and set up so you can start playing the second you open the box.