RG1527 Neck Dimensions Vs Universe Neck Dimesnions

[Munkipuss]

Hi folks,

I'm considering buying an RG-5127. I know that a Universe neck is unfinished, whereas an RG7 neck tends to have a satin finsih. Can anyone withe experience tell me whether or not the necks have the same dimensions????

I know that the old RG7620 neck used to be the same size/shape as a UV.

Thanks.

[Drew]

Originally Posted by Munkipuss

I know that the old RG7620 neck used to be the same size/shape as a UV.

Not technically true - they're the same size, but their profiles are QUITE different, at least on my '99 RG and '91 UV. The UV has a much smoother, more "c" shaped taper, while the RG's is more abrupt and more "D" shaped. Resultingly, the RG feels a bit girthier. I prefer the UV, myself, but it's a taste thing.

I'd assume the 1527 is virtually identical with the 7620.

-D

[Flobanez]

My 7620 feels thicker than my UV. I think they are same though after
comparing. The 7620 is definately more glossy as my PWH is more bare but smooth.

[Drew]

Yeah, it has to do with the shape of the neck, man. Same thickness, it's just the RG's taper is more abrupt, so it's chubbier on the sides than the UV is.

-D

[Gresh]

Not trying to be a nit-picker, but the old UV profile is much different than the new UV777BK, or at least the BK back in 99 or so. Haven't felt a brand new one lately. The old PWHs were more like a wizard type neck, where the new UV is more ultra shaped, even viper (think JPM).

[Drew]

So I hear... I guess I just have to take a crack at one of the newer UV necks and see how they measure up... It's a cruel, cruel world, isn't it?

-D

[CrossingStar]

I agree with Gresh. I used to own a 91 UV777GR and I traded with LGM for a 2000 UV777BK and the old GR neck was thinner. Between the RG 1527 and my 2000 UV, I can't tell the difference. They are about the same.