Ibanez Rg655 And Headstock Tuner |
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Mar 30 2016, 09:29 PM |
Recently I have being really tempted in purchasing a Ibanez RG655. I have played cheaper Ibanez guitar before and did not really take to them. However I dear say a MIJ will be a different story. From what I have read it is all good news so far. I know we have some massive Ibanez fans here at GMC. What is you're input.
I was looking for one with the maple fretboard. I know they exist but doesn't seem that they are available in the UK. Also between the 3 available colours that I have seen there is a price difference of £100 and the one I like the most is the dearest Below is the different colours http://www.richtonemusic.co.uk/search-resu...asp?search=true I was also looking into buying a headstock tuner. Has anyone any suggestions. Cheers |
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Mar 30 2016, 09:53 PM |
I'm not much help when it comes to Ibanez but as far as headstock tuners go this is what I use:
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories...MF-adType%5EPLA I've had that thing for 7 years, only had to change the battery once or twice - and I find it as accurate as any pedal tuner I've used so far. |
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Mar 30 2016, 10:00 PM |
Yes, there's a step up in quality with the Prestige MIJ models, so I'm sure you'll be happy with it. And it has those premium pickups. I recently put a Tone Zone in one of mine, and I'm very happy with it. They've switched the bridge recently on this model to the Edge, which is a tried-and-true design. The maple fretboards can be nice, but it depends on the body color, whereas the rosewood always looks good .
The CBM is a deep metallic finish, which doesn't seem to show in your picture, so you may get a pleasant surprise when you see it in person . Sorry, I've no experience with a headstock tuner. -------------------- Cyber-industrial music and video animations:
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Mar 31 2016, 03:58 AM |
That's a fine axe The MIJ ibby's are a pleasure to play for sure. That's a nice one there. You maybe be able to find a better deal used of course, but then you really need to play it first, especially with that kind of expenditure. But not matter how you slice it it's a fine axe and you won't regret owning it IMHO
Todd Recently I have being really tempted in purchasing a Ibanez RG655. I have played cheaper Ibanez guitar before and did not really take to them. However I dear say a MIJ will be a different story. From what I have read it is all good news so far. I know we have some massive Ibanez fans here at GMC. What is you're input. I was looking for one with the maple fretboard. I know they exist but doesn't seem that they are available in the UK. Also between the 3 available colours that I have seen there is a price difference of £100 and the one I like the most is the dearest Below is the different colours http://www.richtonemusic.co.uk/search-resu...asp?search=true I was also looking into buying a headstock tuner. Has anyone any suggestions. Cheers |
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Mar 31 2016, 07:29 AM |
I'm not much help when it comes to Ibanez but as far as headstock tuners go this is what I use: http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories...MF-adType%5EPLA I've had that thing for 7 years, only had to change the battery once or twice - and I find it as accurate as any pedal tuner I've used so far. Cheers Chris. That is mostly what I was looking for. One that would match up to a pedal. Yes, there's a step up in quality with the Prestige MIJ models, so I'm sure you'll be happy with it. And it has those premium pickups. I recently put a Tone Zone in one of mine, and I'm very happy with it. They've switched the bridge recently on this model to the Edge, which is a tried-and-true design. The maple fretboards can be nice, but it depends on the body color, whereas the rosewood always looks good . The CBM is a deep metallic finish, which doesn't seem to show in your picture, so you may get a pleasant surprise when you see it in person . Sorry, I've no experience with a headstock tuner. Yeah I really like the pickups in this guitar. Looks like I am going to have to settle for a rosewood fretboard as the only ones i can find are in the US and import plus delivery charges are very costly. Cheers mate Slight detail maybe but I've always prefered rosewood if the guitars neck doesn't use binding, the hand slides better when touches the corners of the neck. I have mixed feeling for the air-norton but aside that such guitar should serve you well for years as mine did. They should be shred ready from factory but a pro setup after purchasing always makes a difference. You know I have never had a pro setup on my guitars. Overtime I paid someone to give it a setup I wasn't very pleased with it. I do know someone that has got a very good reputation and have considered in the past to take to him but never did. Maybe I should start now I really would like to see the difference Cheers mate That's a fine axe The MIJ ibby's are a pleasure to play for sure. That's a nice one there. You maybe be able to find a better deal used of course, but then you really need to play it first, especially with that kind of expenditure. But not matter how you slice it it's a fine axe and you won't regret owning it IMHO Todd Thats good to know Todd definitely think I have my heart set on it. I will go and try it first especially because the value of the guitar. I don't mind spending £300 to £400 on a guitar and not liking it and selling it on at a loss. I think I am going to buy it new I don't mid spending the extra money |
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Apr 8 2016, 09:42 PM |
I'm dying to know!! Did you by that killer IBBY? Hi Todd A little update for you. Tomorrow I am going to try one out and see if I like it. I have being checking out other ibanez guitars in the same price bracket and this model has caught my eye http://www.gak.co.uk/en/ibanez-rg652ahm-ng...oE4MaAsHl8P8HAQ Only problem is I think it was mainly set for the US market and it is not the easiest to get a hold of in the UK. I contacted Andertons music shop and they had one due in on May but it is already reserved. The next one is due June time. There is also one with a fixed bridge. A gibralter standard II I believe it is called. I would prefer the one with the trem tbh. Not sure whether to wait for the RG652 or just get the RG655. The main reason I want a Ibanez is for the thin necks. I have problems with my hands and forearms with pain and them seizing up. I broke a bone in my hand when I was younger and never went to hospital.It has healed with a lump sticking out my hand that recently has being giving me problems. So am hoping a Ibanez neck will make things a little easier for me Here is the guitar in action |
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