What do Ibanez model numbers mean?
On most Ibanez guitars, the first 2-3 letters refers to the shape. The 1st number, indicates the quality level, the 2nd number identifies the pickup configuration, and if the 3rd number indicates additional features (if it is not 0). The letter suffix gives extra information, usually about the finish.
What is Ibanez GIO?
The Ibanez GIO Series is an affordable guitar series produced by Hoshino Gakki (Ibanez), replacing the Cimar line. The GIO guitars are a “first step” model line, similar to Fender’s Squier guitars, and Gibson’s Epiphone line.
Where are the Ibanez guitars made?
Ibanez guitars are primarily built at the Fujigen plant in Matsumoto, Nagano. Fujigen builds guitars for many manufacturers, but their primary client is Ibanez. It is at the Fujigen plant where Ibanez makes its Prestige line. These made in Japan guitars are high end instruments that have few compromises.
What Ibanez has the thinnest neck?
Ibanez makes the thinnest necks at least in terms of mass-produced guitars. I must say that Ibanez Wizard necks, especially on RG series are one of the thinnest and most comfortable ever made.
What do you like most about the Ibanez rg1570?
The RG1570 neck and fingerboard are my absolute favorite features. It just seems to fit my hands perfectly. Here’s why this works so well for me… I’m a huge fan of jumbo frets, in general (I prefer these on all guitars, not just Ibanez). Being a lead player, these really help you get more clarity from each note.
How good are the Ibanez V8 and V7 pickups?
The Ibanez V8 and V7 pickups leave something to be desired for high gain tones. The biggest problem I have is the lack of sustain. So when you’re playing leads, you’ll need to make sure your gain is cranked up or maybe even add a compressor pedal in front of your amp (or plugin, if that’s what you’re using).
Why do jumbo frets work so well on Ibanez?
Here’s why this works so well for me… I’m a huge fan of jumbo frets, in general (I prefer these on all guitars, not just Ibanez). Being a lead player, these really help you get more clarity from each note. Now, I know some guitarists don’t care for basswood necks. And a lot of low to mid-grade guitars have this type of wood.
Is the Fender rg1570 a good guitar for You?
Clean Tones: This is where the RG1570 really shines. It just gives you a beautiful clean tone especially when matched with a Fender amp with a touch of chorus. Metal Tones: Many will say that hard rock and heavy metal tones are not the guitar’s strong suite.