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I just completed a deal with a fellow Jemsiter and purchased an '87 RG550.
Over the years I've owned (and own) many Jems and Universes, a Satch and a Gambale. I don't know much about RG's.....
This original 550 is a remarkable solid, well made guitar and very close to the original Jems in feel and playability. I have 2 Jems (88,89)and a 1990 and a 2000 Universe.
I owned a newer RG570 and it is NOT the same quality instrument as this 550.
It appears the models made in the '80's are superior....does anyone else notice this or know the reason why? Were the newer ones still produced in the same factories under the same conditions as the originals?
If this particular guitar is any indication of the quality standards used to build these in the 80's, I would guess the value will appreciate as the years go by.
At this point, they are still very favorably priced.
Over the years I've owned (and own) many Jems and Universes, a Satch and a Gambale. I don't know much about RG's.....
This original 550 is a remarkable solid, well made guitar and very close to the original Jems in feel and playability. I have 2 Jems (88,89)and a 1990 and a 2000 Universe.
I owned a newer RG570 and it is NOT the same quality instrument as this 550.
It appears the models made in the '80's are superior....does anyone else notice this or know the reason why? Were the newer ones still produced in the same factories under the same conditions as the originals?
If this particular guitar is any indication of the quality standards used to build these in the 80's, I would guess the value will appreciate as the years go by.
At this point, they are still very favorably priced.