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Old 01-16-2003, 05:30 PM
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Winter NAMM 2003 Show (Preview)


edit by jemsite....
Correction - EdgePro on Japanese models, EdgePro-II on non-Japanese models (replaces TRS).
http://www.jemsite.com/news/edge2003/

Ibanez.com NAMM 2003 Preview
http://www.ibanez.com/namm/03wnamm.asp

Ibanezrules NAMM sneak peak
http://www.ibanezrules.com/namm/2003/index.htm

Eddie's NAMM report thread (discuss here)
http://www.jemsite.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?p=177542



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Holy crapparuski!! This is just a preview because it's going to take me most of the day and probably night to get these pages done and online, so this is just a quick overview. First, the best news -

The TRS is DEAD!!!

In no form does it survive, even Korean RG's down the the RG350 have the Pro Edge-II on it now!!

The Korean models [among others, notably the RGT42] now sports the Pro Edge-II. Yes, even the Gilbert!!!

All Jem/UV/JS are now sporting the Pro Edge-I.

The quality 7 string returns with the RG1527 [basically a 7620], yes, with the Pro Edge 7

The Mushok at first glance is the only barritone scale offered. 28", solid mahogony, mahogony/bubinga through neck. SC in looks but as thick as an RG. [made in Korea]

Every S including the S1620 [replacing the 1520] is now equiped with the Zero Rocker. A unique design that incorporates parts of the Backstop system, a Zero Stop, etc. into the design. Break a string and it will remain in tune! More on that when I do the trems section.

The only drawback I could see is the new Pro Edge system does not have the locking studs. The first thing I'll do when I get one inhand is to pull the trem and see how good the tollerances are between the stud and the anchor, as now they cannot be locked together ;/

Lots of new models, lots of new finishes, all that to come just as soon as I can get everything done and published. Some things I'm forgetting I'm sure, just hold on and the pictures will tell the story
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Old 01-16-2003, 05:34 PM
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SOUNDS AMAZING!! I can hardly wait for pics!
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Old 01-16-2003, 05:39 PM
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2 important questions....any new PG's? AANJ Floral JEM?
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Old 01-16-2003, 05:39 PM
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Ah, isn't January great? NAMM, CES, and Macworld. Good thing my company pays bonuses in December!
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Old 01-16-2003, 05:41 PM
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I'm glad the TRS is gone....

I really need to check out the new trem! Could you tell at all if the routing is any different for it?
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Old 01-16-2003, 05:41 PM
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So... does this mean I can get a 555, paint the Jr. off and it might as well be a slightly more trimmed down VWH??

I know, I know.. basswood compared to alder, rosewood to ebony, etc..

-Alex
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Old 01-16-2003, 05:42 PM
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So... does this mean I can get a 555, paint the Jr. off and it might as well be a slightly more trimmed down VWH??

I know, I know.. basswood compared to alder, rosewood to ebony, etc..

-Alex
There's no 555.
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Old 01-16-2003, 05:46 PM
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cool Rich-look forward to the pics

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Old 01-16-2003, 05:51 PM
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The routs looked the same to me. I didn't have a mm rule in my pocket but on pure look I'd say it'll retrofit.

PG30 still, but with the PEII. No FP's in the US of course. No 555's of course but that doesn't mean other parts of the world won't get a 555 with the PEII!!
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Old 01-16-2003, 05:54 PM
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OK, I will leave you alone and wait for the full post ;-)

GET TO WORK (sound of a cracking whip)
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Old 01-16-2003, 05:54 PM
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Wow... RGT42 with an Edge II! Talk about a Jackson-killer! (At least in the low end.)

I'm disappointed the Mushok model is more SC-like and not based on the Radius like his customs seem to be. I guess they're trying to keep that body style for Joe.

I'm dying to see pics!
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Old 01-16-2003, 05:58 PM
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OK, I will leave you alone and wait for the full post ;-)

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I'm eating first, I'm STARVING!! Late dinner tonight Eddie, so eat a heavy lunch
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Old 01-16-2003, 05:59 PM
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someone needs to host a NAMM CAM, so we can see everything real time.
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Old 01-16-2003, 06:00 PM
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Haven't eaten in 2 days since you said you were buying :P

Cool...you know how to reach me...
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Old 01-16-2003, 06:01 PM
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Oh, my GOD!

Ibanez.com has been updated!

http://www.ibanez.com/namm/03wnamm.asp
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