Quick question new to forums

[jaa6191]

Hi guys I was wondering if someone could give a list of differences between jems j cusoms and prestige because I really love the look of jems and steve vai but if the quality is about the same if rather get the best guitar for the money I have owned a few 90-03 mij ibanez and I lover them so looking fur the perfect high end ibby for me thanks in advance

[Hikey Mikey]

Welcome to Jemsite; yours is a very common discussion topic and it is very subjective. There are a few good threads floating around with titles like "j-custom v. prestige," etc.

Do some searching/reading and then if you have more specific questions post them.

Peace

Mike

[RGTFanatic]

Originally Posted by Hikey Mikey

Welcome to Jemsite; yours is a very common discussion topic and it is very subjective. There are a few good threads floating around with titles like "j-custom v. prestige," etc.

Do some searching/reading and then if you have more specific questions post them.

Peace

Mike

This sums it all up. Without know what you want or need in a guitar it would very difficult to even discuss the different models. It's sort of akin to asking which Les-paul I should get. There's so much variability in all three lines (even on the same models) that, without more input from you, we couldn't be much help.........

Welcome to Jemsite man!!!!

Ryc

[jaa6191]

I really like the older mij ibanez rg 550 7620 421 are my favorites that I owned I'm not sure if it helps or not. I like basswood and mahog, and prefer 24 frets with daul hums.

[AlaskaBat]

Originally Posted by RGTFanatic

This sums it all up. Without know what you want or need in a guitar it would very difficult to even discuss the different models. It's sort of akin to asking which Les-paul I should get. There's so much variability in all three lines (even on the same models) that, without more input from you, we couldn't be much help.........

Welcome to Jemsite man!!!!

Ryc

THIS!
Best thing to do is just go to the Ibanez catalogs or wiki and compare features. Look at neck dimentions, radius, etc. Pickups can always be changed.
Personally, I love my Jemsite, but also my RG550s, 560s, 570s, and 700 series. So much to chose from.
Just do some research on the models that have features you want.
Make a list of your favorites and come back and start asking about specific models.
There are many of us that have most of the models that will end up on your list, so we'll be waiting...

[dragsternj]

Originally Posted by RGTFanatic

It's sort of akin to asking which Les-paul I should get.

Ryc

What kind of question is that, 2003 R9 Historic of course.



Do not believe there is much of a quality difference between the Jems i have/had and the Prestige's i owned. If you fee you like to spend more for a handle, 4 scalloped frets and a crooked input jack, knock yourself out

[RyansJem]

Originally Posted by dragsternj

What kind of question is that, 2003 R9 Historic of course.



Do not believe there is much of a quality difference between the Jems i have/had and the Prestige's i owned. If you fee you like to spend more for a handle, 4 scalloped frets and a crooked input jack, knock yourself out

Who wouldnt want a handle in there guitar?

[judoka777]

Originally Posted by dragsternj

What kind of question is that, 2003 R9 Historic of course.



Do not believe there is much of a quality difference between the Jems i have/had and the Prestige's i owned. If you fee you like to spend more for a handle, 4 scalloped frets and a crooked input jack, knock yourself out

Jem is not just a handle and cosmetic. Its different spec too. I do have Jem 7vwh. However, I don't care about Vai and handle and etc. The reason why i paid almost grand over RG is alder body which is not available in other models except Timmons signature. So I personally disagree that Jem differs only in cosmetic. Otherwise I would go with RG prestige for sure.
P.S Furthermore, I don't really see many alternatives for 7v. Stratocaster style alder body with rosewood fingerboard and floating trem.

[RGTFanatic]

Alder is overrated IMO.

[judoka777]

Originally Posted by RGTFanatic

Alder is overrated IMO.

I think it's matter of personal preference . I just was trying say that guitars have different specs.

[RGTFanatic]

Originally Posted by judoka777

I think it's matter of personal preference . I just was trying say that guitars have different specs.

Your absolutely right......I forgot to put the smiley after my last post.