Best RG in the Prestige range

[Shredder87]

What would you say was the best RG currently in the Prestige range (in terms of sound, playability, looks etc.)?

I haven't tried any of the more expensive models (for example the RGT220, which apart from the rank colour scheme looks very impressive), But I would have to say that the 2550 is the best. Sounds great, plays like butter, looks cool and very versatile sounds with that single coil. The RGA321 looks immense too.

[fettouhi]

http://www.ibanezrules.com/new/rgt320.htm

Regards

André

[ShellyOFG]

+1 definately

[Dee]

I would say the 2550 is the best overall bang for buck, but the best sounding RG's are not made of basswood. RG3120, RGT220A, RGT320, etc. Those are simply awesome guitars. I picked up a 2001 RG3120 in mint condition for $695 (the red one -- rare colour). That guitar is currently on it's way to me, but I almost bought the 2550. The 3120 is a superior axe and it cost less than a new 2550, so maybe consider a second-hand RG from higher up the range if you can find a good one.

My RG3120DR:



Mahogany back with maple top, natural binding, direct-mount Tone Zone & PAF Pro, Lo-Pro Edge, offset abalone dot markers.

[felipe82]

Originally Posted by Deeswift

I would say the 2550 is the best overall bang for buck, but the best sounding RG's are not made of basswood. RG3120, RGT220A, RGT320, etc. Those are simply awesome guitars. I picked up a 2001 RG3120 in mint condition for $695 (the red one -- rare colour). That guitar is currently on it's way to me, but I almost bought the 2550. The 3120 is a superior axe and it cost less than a new 2550, so maybe consider a second-hand RG from higher up the range if you can find a good one.

My RG3120DR:



Mahogany back with maple top, natural binding, direct-mount Tone Zone & PAF Pro, Lo-Pro Edge, offset abalone dot markers.

You're going to be VERY pleased with that guitar. I have a 98' blue one and it's just fantastic.

[nienturi]

in my opinion, its the RGs with vines...

Especially with black onyx finished ones...

[Dee]

Originally Posted by felipe82

You're going to be VERY pleased with that guitar. I have a 98' blue one and it's just fantastic.

Thanks Felipe, that's good to know. I have only ever owned basswood RG's, so I'm looking forward to playing a mahogany & maple bodied one to see how it compares. Cheers!

[sniperfrommars1]

Originally Posted by Deeswift

Thanks Felipe, that's good to know. I have only ever owned basswood RG's, so I'm looking forward to playing a mahogany & maple bodied one to see how it compares. Cheers!

Well imo the maple veneer's arent that large on most of the models ranging from around 8 to 10 mm isnt much. For those of you looking for mahogany check out the older 520's, original edge trem and mahogany bodys ftw.

[Dee]

I prefer the Lo-Pro, it is a nice middle ground between the Edge and Edge Pro.

[mi2tom]

Originally Posted by fettouhi

http://www.ibanezrules.com/new/rgt320.htm

Regards

André

+1!!! I love the Rgt320

[sniperfrommars1]

Originally Posted by Deeswift

I prefer the Lo-Pro, it is a nice middle ground between the Edge and Edge Pro.

I just dont like either of the changes to the edge lineup, but to each his own. Its an eternal argument wanting to happen so ill just stayout of it

[Dee]

I won't argue, it's cool. I have been using the original Edge since 1987, and I do love it, but having played on an Lo-Pro, I like how they kept the same feel but cleaned up the design, it's just an awesome trem. My preference, that's all.

[Neoclasiccl]

Yep RGT320qrbb

Here is mine

[guitarsalad14]

i played an rgt prestige at Guitar Center but I shouldn't have cause it spoiled me!

[gemini8026]

I cant wait till they do an RGT series with an RGA flavour (thin, carved top, Gib2 fixed bridge)

Thats when I buy!