The JEM is not just an RG with a hole in it. The JEM is the original model in this design and the RG was made as a more affordable version. So basically all RG’s are basically JEMs without holes.
I have 3 Ibanez Prestige RGs and two Genesis Collection RGs (550 and 565), and they are all incredibly good. Made in Japan Ibanez guitars are simply amazingly high quality, and usually sheer perfection. I would not have accepted one with a neck pocket crack however, as these are way less prone to it than the originals, as the neck goes much deeper into the body. I like my guitars to be pristine. The Genesis Colection Ibanez guitars offer the best bang for the buck imo. Beautifully shot video btw.. Nice job.
Thanks for the insightful comment mate, I appreciate you checking out the video! That definitely is my impression too, they're just phenomenal and I've love to try more. Thanks again 🤘
The Ibanez RG 550 is a dream come true! I got the 20’ Genesis neon purple model with wizard neck also made in Japan and truly my favorite guitar out of my collection!#Ibanez#550#EdgeTremelo#Wizardneck#MadeinJapan#🎸🔥❤️🤘🏻
Yeah man! The genesis has blown me away. I would love to get at 550, most likely the red like yours. I'm assuming that's yours in your profile picture! Cheers for watching mate 🤘
I have j custom RG1880 made in Japan in 2000, bought it used for less than a thousand bucks few years ago on a Japanese online auction. The condition was a little beat up so I swapped pickups and potentiometers, changed frets to Evo gold and tremolo to gotoh 1996t. I don't know about Genesis collection, but in comparison with the serial old Japanese RG550, J custom is better in every aspect especially when it comes to the wood resonance, richer overtones and sustained sound. It is also clear that everything fits together much better, no gaps or cracks. Better finish and polish. It's like a higher class guitar, feels a bit like boutique brands like Suhr and stuff like that. I have a video on my channel with this particulat guitar. Best wishes.
Back in 94 I had an order in at a guitar shop in Manchester for an RG550. Kept going in and calling to see when it would arrive and kept getting strung along by the sales bloke. Ultimately I went in to kick off a little to be told the sales guy had been fired, and had been messing folk around with orders on a massive scale. The Manager was apologetic, offered to make the situation right and returned 5 minutes later to say he could get me a secondhand Jem by the following week for the same price as the RG. Agreed on the spot, picked it up unseen on what happened to be my 21st birthday and have been the proud owner of an ‘89 777VDY ever since.
That's such a cool story man, congratulations! That really did work out in your favour even if you were messed about. I bet that 777 is so sick! Thanks for watching mate 🤘
Japanese guitars, not just Ibbys, are usually extremely well build and these Genesis models are build by the Fujigen factory, so you can buy them basically blind. I used to have a RG1570 Prestige Fujigen which was build like a tank, absolute workhorse guitar. I'm biting myself in the ass for letting that go. A friend has an ESP Standard Series Horizon-II FR with the Duncans & the quilt maple top, one of the last models before the idiots at ESP decided to re-brand the Standard Series as ''E-II'' and that is honestly one of the best guitars I've ever played. The Japanese really know how to build them, sadly the prices for MIJ guitars have gone so up, it's not even funny anymore. These Genesis models are amazing value for money, I'm hoping they will eventually make a reissue of the RG570 which was the predecessor to the RG1570 in the near future, otherwise I would have bought a Genesis RG550 already. Oh and about the pickups: the V8/V7 stock pickups are not that bad, if you have a decent amp. Specially compared to the newer Ibanez stock pickups, man those really sound meh. The V8/V7 design is based on Dimarzio's Tone Zone/ Air Norton according to a rumour, not sure about the twin rails neck pickup though.
Goddamn that guitar looks amazing!!! price ain't bad at all. Also fun facts, The Ibanez RG line is actually modeled after Steve Vai's JEM because those were his specs he requested when he wanted a signature guitar. IBANEZ produced a prototype since they wanted to make a deal with him. It was named the JEM was named because that was his friend's guitar shop "JEM guitar builders" (or something to that effect. And Steve loved it and signed with IBANEZ. The RG line was made as a model to Vai's JEM. so in a sense, the RG is the JEM shape without the whole cut into it.
Mate, you’re absolutely right! Super interesting isn’t it? I didn’t know about where the name JEM came from though, that’s awesome! Thanks for the knowledge man and for watching 🤘
That’s so cool man! I was looking for one from 1991 but could never find one. Look after that dude, though I’m sure you will, and thanks for checking out the video. I appreciate it mate 🤘
@JackTaylorGuitars it was my dads first quality guitar . He's passed on now so it will definitely always stay with me . Its the rg565ca in emerald green . And hell yeah man nice video
@@josephfoster3819 Awesome, I’m stoked you’ve got something like that to remember him by. My Dad was an acoustic player, mainly when he’d had a beer 😂, so now I’ve got his acoustics here that I don’t really know what to do with but they’ll be with me forever anyway. Thanks again dude 🤘
Thank you bro! I absolutely love the guitar but it plays hell with my hand and arm problems. Hopefully I'll be back to being able to play it again. Appreciate you checking it out as always man!
@@JackTaylorGuitars I'm a little older than you so I know exactly what you mean with your hands. What I've found out is play whatever feels the best. I love my SG, but seem to pick up my tele the most because it feels better. Getting my les paul today so maybe that'll change
These RG 565 are seriously that damn good I bought 2 !!! I was so impressed with the way these play that the last NEW one in Australia 🇦🇺 came down in price I just went “ These are just too good “ and bought it. I don’t find the Bridge pickup that bad actually but the neck pickup is pretty shit ! The EDGE TREMOLO is the best system I have ever played and puts Floyd Rose to shame ! The arm is rock solid and has no play and it flutters like you have never felt or heard ! And the NECK !!!! It’s a dream as I have small hands and fingers so this thing rips for me ! Sure the AANJ would have been great but the tilted neck pocket isn’t a issue ! I’ve heard some people complain about fret sprout but mine 2 have been fine ! I really hope Ibanez bring more models out like this ! They really are a REAL MACHINE and not just looks ! Best guitar I’ve ever bought for the price ! Nice review BTW ! 🤘🤘🤘🔥🔥🔥🎸🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺
No other reviewer on the net or RUclips goes into the amount of detail as you do and it’s all cool nuggets of information like the difference in the neck. You’re clearly passionate about guitars… you seem to have more guitars than hats 😉aha Superb Channel. That Ibanez is a beauty!
I don't know about that dude, the thing is I can chat when it's something I like 😂 I feel like I do people's head in some times but I guess that's just what they get! Guitar collection isn't as big as it seems, some of these guitars are gone now to fund other stuff for the channel and I miss a lot of them but I'm just treating it as an investment in the channel. Thank you again bro for the support, it really does mean a ton 🤘
My dad has a all black Rg770 with crazy low action I swear the only thing I ever played that compared to that was like a custom shop Jackson and the price difference is huge
Great review! Bummer about the crack but absolutely agree about the trem, the Ibanez Edge is an incredible bridge! I like how you touched on the practical aspect of the lack of a middle pickup.
My first "serious" guitar was a Prestige RG655GK from 2015. Phenomenal HSH shred machine with the all access neck heel. Still haven't played a better playing or more well made guitar. Recently the output jack died, so I played my last two gigs with my friends HSS Prestige Pro Line PL2550 from 1986. Also super well made 80s shred machine and plays great. Extremely rare guitar and has a 24.74" scale length, neck through design and special pickup preset selector buttons. Kinda weird, and not easy to switch on the fly, but actually useful. Although noone bought it and the entire product line was discontinued after 2 years.
Awesome man, they both sound like sick guitars. I’m gonna have a little look into that PL2550 switching system too! That’s for watching dude and commenting, I really appreciate it 🤘
@@JackTaylorGuitars I had to look it up myself at first haha You can essentially have any pickup combination, not only what the 5 way blade offers. For example neck single coil + split bridge humbucker, without the middle single coil, which I found quite useful. Also I have to say I really like your playing, very tasteful and musical!
That sounds so good man, the flexibility of that would make it a perfect recording guitar surely? Definitely going to research it a bit! That’s really kind of you to say dude, thank you. I can talk s*** all day for videos but I’m very self conscious about my playing on demos so that means a lot to me mate 🙏
They're great looking guitars, I especially like the Orange one. Though I don't see myself owning this anytime soon, or ever, due to how thin the neck is (my RG's Wizard III are a wee bit thicker and even that gets uncomfortable after awhile). I haven't had the chance to try them yet, but who knows, I might just change my mind after I do. Yeah, I agree with your sentiment of people buying Prestige and J.Customs, I would play the heck out of a quality instrument, if I could afford one. The guitarist I've ever seen playing the heck out of a J.Custom model is Lisa-X, which is an RG8540ZD.
Great video! I love both Ibanez and their RG series guitars. Would love to own one of these in the future, sadly no stainless steel frets on this one tho but that would´ve made the guitar much more expensive probably and i got neck pocket cracks in my ibanez too haha. Anyways really good video, looking forward to many more videos in 2023 :D
I really appreciate that my dude, thank you! Means a lot you enjoyed it 😁 Yeah, stainless frets would really kick this up a notch but it seems like Ibanez aren’t too keen to use them on any of the Japanese models which is a shame. Appreciate you dude, thanks again 🤘
@@JackTaylorGuitars There are some Prestige and J-custom that have SS frets. All AZs from premium to Prestige have SS frets. But yea, the genesis collection is kinda like a reissue. I will put SS frets on my RG565 when all the nickel has worn out. It will take years but RG565 is one of my favourites of all time. And the destroyer haha
Ahhh that’s interesting! Thanks for explaining that mate. I don’t blame you for going stainless on the RG, they’re awesome aren’t they. Destroyers are cool as hell too!
Bought this exact model but in laser blue, love it. Ibanez has some serious quality for just 1000€ . Tried two Charvels for even more money and the quality was _REALLY_ bad.
It’s a fantastic guitar isn’t it? I’m still sad that I let mine go but I gotta keep new guitars coming in for videos somehow. That and the neck did hurt my arm eventually. Still, such a great guitar! Surprising about the charvels though? Thanks for watching dude 🤘
My RG565 in Vampire Kiss colour (it's like maroon, or dried blood kinda) is arriving tomorrow. 👍👍 I actually had an RG565-EG before, sold it to get a FGN Iliad 24-fret Fisman-pickups tele, and now me going back to the RG565. 👍
@@JackTaylorGuitars thanks 😅 you should get another one of these awesome guitars NOW while they're still available and their prices hadn't moved up that much. Ibanez these days have lost their way or have accepted their identity crisis, they don't know who they used to be anymore. Once they stop producing these MIJ RG550/RG565, that's it. :(
1991 baby shoutout. I'm really starting to embrace stock pickups and am finding you can always get something good from them. I like these. I'd buy this if it was hard tail. Speaking of which, if you ever get a chance you should review the ibanez j line rg. Can't find many reviews on them, but also made in Japan and affordable. Model is rg6hshfx. I think sort of a modern equivalent to the 565.
Yo! Are you feeling old yet? Because I am 😂 I would love to try a J Craft or similar dude, my bank account just doesn't have the beans for it right now haha Thanks for checking out the video mate 🤘
Great video, and you definitely got the best colour. Always liked the RG shape, it's a classic. Mine just needs the last sharp fret filing down when I'm next at the tech and then it should be good to go.
@@JackTaylorGuitars yeah that's the one. It's a great guitar and looks and feels awesome. Just a shame about the sharp frets but worth getting it sorted so it'll be good for years to come.
You don't need a middle pickup in a 24 fret guitar IMO, it is never gonna sound like a vintage Strat any day anyhow and it is in the way. The rail pickup makes sense in this setup, being a hotter fatter type sound. There are tricks you can do to scoop some of the mids if it is too much. Had a 560 back in the day, I converted it to HS with a custom added pickguard. I'd love to see this model with a non-reversed black headstock, rosewood board, maple cap body in metallic red 😉
I’m in the same camp as you dude, fully agree! Oh sweet, that sounds like a beast. And you should put that idea forward to Ibanez, I’d buy one in a heartbeat! Thanks for watching and commenting mate, I appreciate it tons 🤘
Great review. I'm glad you liked the 565. I'm a big RG fan and have a 565 genesis in the "vampire kiss" finish which is gorgeous. They are not cheap, but I think they are the best value new guitars you can buy. I love the thin neck with the maple board. I also like the stock pickups, but it depends what music you play. They're pretty good for old school metal. You should try a Prestige. They are actually great value on the second hand market.
Thank you dude, I'm glad you enjoyed it! The vampire kiss finish is a stunner. Really like both the ltd edition colours they brought out, that and the laser blue. And I completely agree with you, they're incredible value for money. Pickups are definitely useable and they do sound great for an old school vibe for sure. And I definitely been looking for a prestige but the mrs will absolutely annihilate me if one turned up any time soon! This year though, maybe 😂 Thanks again man!
@@muratopozturk5211 nickel. Ibanez Japan have not been quick to move to stainless frets. Some of the latest Prestige models do, but even the top-end J Custom models do not.
It's a dope guitar bro! Might be selling it though 😬 I love it, even got a custom mixed set of EMGs for it, but the super thin neck is playing havoc with my hands.
I want the orange one so bad! I have 3 RGs, but none with a double locking trem (the floating trem on my RG220B has been blocked off for over 20 years and I lost the springs), and the reversed headstock and traffic cone orange is sick!
Gibson & to a lesser extent Fender could learn something about QC at Ibanez Hoshino Gakki factory, guitars don’t leave the facility until it’s been checked by at least 2 people.
Hey jack really cool guitar and you Djent 🤘🏽 Am planning on buying this myself , well i also plan to mod it and put a coil split on it for more single coil twang sound, would this be possible on this guitar pup combo?
Hey bro! Thanks so much for the kind words, it means a lot 🤘 Actually dude, I'm really not sure whether this pickup is splittable. If it was me, I'd probably look at an upgrade to the pups and factor in the new wiring then but I know it's already a fairly expensive guitar. If I find out about the splittable pickup I'll drop a comment here. Thanks again dude 🤘
I wish they would have left the black inlay dots in the neck to run the blk thru the guitar color scheme. I already have the RG 550 and love it. But I will be swapping out pickups again in it soon. But other than that it looks like a nice guitar. Middle [pickups never get in my way. You learn to use a lighter pick hand and use less of your pick. Its really no different than strumming over the bridge or neck pickup areas. I hope you do anyway, or your missing out on many tones of where you strike the strings and sounds you can get.
i have an AZ prestige, great guitar, you could argue its a bit ugly boring or understated looking, also if you like using the trem, good luck in keeping that g string in tune
I actually love the AZ dude, think they're super classy S types and would love to give one a real go. Sucks about the G string though! I hope you love it anyway 🤘
@@JackTaylorGuitars apart from that its a great guitar. but for the price it should be, the scary part is, my 2 harley benton fusion 3s which were a fraction of the price, are very very close
@@JackTaylorGuitars have you seen these firefly guitars? they make a tele that has literally everything you could want, brass saddles bone nut, contoured heel. comfort cuts and stainless steel frets for 200 dollars, the mind boggles, having said that i have a craving to buy an ibanez s series, there is only one model with ss frets and i want it, its an itch nothing else can scratch lol
I have seen some of the Fireflys dude, though I don't know how easy it is for me to get one. Would love to though! Oh yeah bro the S series are lovely. Let me know if you do get one!
I have the orange one. At first didn't liked but I put 12 gauge strings and tuned on c standard, man that shit fly now and is my favorite at the moment
That's awesome dude! It's definitely my main guitar atm though I'm set up with 9s and in drop D. Can see it because amazing with your set up though! Appreciate you watching mate, thank you 🤘
I bought a Laser Blue one and it's cool, but i really don't like the pickups, they sound ok for 80s type metal, but they are really limited for other genres, and also the tone knob doesn't change the sound that much. I don't know what pickups to put in.
The pickups are definitely the thing I'd change about it too, dude. I considered an EMG set for mine for but I reckon some Duncans would be an awesome shout too. Depending what you want to play of course! Thanks for checking out the video mate, I appreciate it 🤘
For prestige you get: case + prestige logo + better pickups (usually dimarzio, but nowadays Fishman fluence..meh) and the “Access neck joint”. Quality is not different from these Genesis lines. For example..i found that on maple fretboards even those prestiges lack sometimes in roundness of the fret ends. But you pat extra fro the Prestige logo definitely. Quality is on par with them for these Genesis guitars. Honestly I prefer the old school neck joint and I am happy that with the Genesis collection they have the neck the same lenght as the fretboard, so no fretboard warping issues over time at the 20-24 frets. I had 2 prestige guitars, sold them (i regret it, and unfortunately they are not reselling them back to me), and wanted to buy some current line Prestige models. Don’t like them just because of the Fishman pickups…and lack of diversity in models. This is the reason I bought an RG550 in purple and will buy another RG565 either in Teal/Emerald Green or that blue that is available…swap the pickups to some dimarzio medium output for dynamics and bam! It’s done. Glad to see you are enjoying the guitar! Ibanez rules!
Mate I really appreciate the info, thank you! And I’m stoked you enjoyed the video. If I end up with another then it’s highly likely it’ll be the 550 🤘
Man, I've seen that! The Genesis RG550 is still about though and I think you'd get a similar experience, just a thought though. I know they don't look the same. Thanks for watching mate! 🤘
I haven’t played the 550 dude but, in terms of playability I’d say it’s identical. The main difference would be the pickup configuration. People I’ve spoke to who have both love both. Hope that helps mate and thanks for checking out the video 🤘
Hello There Jack... I want to ask a question if you don't mind... I want to buy myself a very first Ibanez guitar... And I'm currently conflicted between the Genesis rg565, prestige rg652, or Quest QX54QM... I'm still learning how to play fast, and I really want a guitar that will fit my needs. Thank you so much before!! Thank you for the great review too!!
Hey mate! Thanks for the kind words and watching, I appreciate it! So, both the RGs you’ve mentioned are much faster playing and better quality guitars than the quest. I’ve never played a genuine prestige though the RG565 comes from the same factory as far as I know. If I was you, I’d pick the RG you like best and go for that. They’re also so much higher quality than the Quests too! Hope that helps and thanks again 🤘
@@JackTaylorGuitars Thank you so much for convincing me to buy the RGs!! That emerald green sure looks stunning!! But I'm currently looking at the laser blue one~ Hope she will fit my hand when I try her. Once again, thank you so much!! Keep rocking on mate!! 🤘
Yeah man, that's pretty much where I'm at with it. I see it and I'm a bit annoyed by it but it really doesn't take anything away from the guitar! Thanks for watching dude 🤘
Hey! Congratulations on the new guitar! I’m actually going to install an EMG set in mine but if you were looking for something else I’d probably suggest something from Seymour Duncan as an option. I hope that helps and thanks for watching! 🤘
@@JackTaylorGuitars Hello! My choice is from the following pickups Dimarzio Imperium, Dimarzio Steve special and Dimarzio super 3!!!! Seymour Duncan and EMG I didn't think about them since Ibanez mainly puts pickups Dimarzio on his guitars! What do you recommend to choose from Dimarzio???? Thanks....
Interesting! I like that you’re keeping it specific to the brand. I don’t have a lot of experience with Dimarzio honestly mate so I wouldn’t want to give any input because I don’t really know what I’m talking about 😂 I hope you find something you like though!
Nice review!!! The 5 piece neck is not an upgrade. Cheap raw wood needs 3 or 5 layers to stay somehow stable. Back in the 80's manufacturers used better quality wood.
Thanks for the information dude! I'm expecting the quality of the materials going into Fujigen to be just as good as they were in the 80's but I suppose that might be wrong! Though I'd still expect a 3 or 5 piece neck to be more stable? I'm gonna look into it further! Thanks for checking out the video mate 🤘
That’s a super valid point mate. I’m hardly ballin’ myself at the moment but had the opportunity. Does make me wonder whether I’m going to be able to keep up the reviews in the coming year but we’ll see 🙃
Japanese Ibanez are the only guitars that ain't bullshittin you. True value for money. Don't trust competitors beginning with C, J, F, G, K, S, C, and other!
I can absolutely see why you feel so strongly about it dude! This was a fantastic guitar for the money. Shame it had to go but at least someone else can enjoy it now while I can't...Thanks for checking out the video mate, I appreciate it 🤘
@@JackTaylorGuitars Actually I am married with the RG since 1990. So my enthusiasm is on solid ground. I think you did a fair job reviewing it. Unlike other youtubers you hit the point. No guitar is perfect and even I admit, the Gs sound fatter and the Fs have better cleans than the RG. But there are lots of strenghts that make up for. Last thing: Ibanez stock pickups are placeholders - following the philosophy that people don't have to pay for the wrong pickups.
Same here, I have my first REAL guitar still in my possession the Ibanez RG 570 (JB) with rosewood neck; then I got the Ibanez RG 470 DX (white with shark inlays on neck) in late 90’s, and purchased my favorite in 20’ the Ibanez RG “Genesis” 550 (NP) with maple neck and finally in early 24’ I bought my Fender Player Series Strat (Black with single coil pickups & maple neck) to get “That” Fender tone I have always Loved from Eric Clapton, SRV, David Gilmour, Joe Perry, John Frusainte, & Billy Corgan!#Ibanez#RG❤#Fender#🎸🔥🤘🏻@iloveitall
Great to hear, mate! I got thwo RG550 from 92. The Genesis are very good but the aged woods of the old ones have a killer tone. Playing high gain solo stuff. 🤩@@bondalero0074
I bought the Yellow RG550 and liked it so much I wanted a backup so I bought the red one. Got all 4 colours now.
I honestly don’t blame you at all man! Such sick guitars! Thanks for checking out the video mate 🤘
Four?
It gets like that hey !!! 😂
Something rarely mentioned about the RG's is the cutaway along the top, in the playing position, makes it super comfortable to pull in tight.
You're right mate! Thanks for checking out the video, I appreciate it 🤘
The JEM is not just an RG with a hole in it. The JEM is the original model in this design and the RG was made as a more affordable version. So basically all RG’s are basically JEMs without holes.
Oh! I didn’t know they put the holes back in in production! 😁 I’m just yanking your chain dude! Appreciate you watching 🤘
As an ‘89 Jem owner, I am down with this explanation 😅
Yes chronologically you are correct but you get his point lol
I have 3 Ibanez Prestige RGs and two Genesis Collection RGs (550 and 565), and they are all incredibly good. Made in Japan Ibanez guitars are simply amazingly high quality, and usually sheer perfection. I would not have accepted one with a neck pocket crack however, as these are way less prone to it than the originals, as the neck goes much deeper into the body. I like my guitars to be pristine. The Genesis Colection Ibanez guitars offer the best bang for the buck imo. Beautifully shot video btw.. Nice job.
Thanks for the insightful comment mate, I appreciate you checking out the video! That definitely is my impression too, they're just phenomenal and I've love to try more. Thanks again 🤘
Hey, if you were to pick just one guitar out of 550 n 565 which one would you pick? I’m really confused
The Ibanez RG 550 is a dream come true! I got the 20’ Genesis neon purple model with wizard neck also made in Japan and truly my favorite guitar out of my collection!#Ibanez#550#EdgeTremelo#Wizardneck#MadeinJapan#🎸🔥❤️🤘🏻
I’d send it back too ! Made in Japan are the real deal ! I’d buy Japanese over USA any day !
I got my 550 Genesis 3 years ago and still LOVE it ! I'd love a blue 565 too.
Yeah man! The genesis has blown me away. I would love to get at 550, most likely the red like yours. I'm assuming that's yours in your profile picture! Cheers for watching mate 🤘
I have j custom RG1880 made in Japan in 2000, bought it used for less than a thousand bucks few years ago on a Japanese online auction. The condition was a little beat up so I swapped pickups and potentiometers, changed frets to Evo gold and tremolo to gotoh 1996t. I don't know about Genesis collection, but in comparison with the serial old Japanese RG550, J custom is better in every aspect especially when it comes to the wood resonance, richer overtones and sustained sound. It is also clear that everything fits together much better, no gaps or cracks. Better finish and polish. It's like a higher class guitar, feels a bit like boutique brands like Suhr and stuff like that. I have a video on my channel with this particulat guitar. Best wishes.
Sounds like a cool guitar man. Thanks for watching 🤘
Back in 94 I had an order in at a guitar shop in Manchester for an RG550. Kept going in and calling to see when it would arrive and kept getting strung along by the sales bloke. Ultimately I went in to kick off a little to be told the sales guy had been fired, and had been messing folk around with orders on a massive scale. The Manager was apologetic, offered to make the situation right and returned 5 minutes later to say he could get me a secondhand Jem by the following week for the same price as the RG. Agreed on the spot, picked it up unseen on what happened to be my 21st birthday and have been the proud owner of an ‘89 777VDY ever since.
That's such a cool story man, congratulations! That really did work out in your favour even if you were messed about. I bet that 777 is so sick! Thanks for watching mate 🤘
Was it A1 on Oxford rd?
I think so. It was on the same side as Mcr Oxford station and kinda built into the arches?
Wow that's a good deal haha
Japanese guitars, not just Ibbys, are usually extremely well build and these Genesis models are build by the Fujigen factory, so you can buy them basically blind.
I used to have a RG1570 Prestige Fujigen which was build like a tank, absolute workhorse guitar.
I'm biting myself in the ass for letting that go.
A friend has an ESP Standard Series Horizon-II FR with the Duncans & the quilt maple top, one of the last models before the idiots at ESP decided to re-brand the Standard Series as ''E-II'' and that is honestly one of the best guitars I've ever played.
The Japanese really know how to build them, sadly the prices for MIJ guitars have gone so up, it's not even funny anymore.
These Genesis models are amazing value for money, I'm hoping they will eventually make a reissue of the RG570 which was the predecessor to the RG1570 in the near future, otherwise I would have bought a Genesis RG550 already.
Oh and about the pickups: the V8/V7 stock pickups are not that bad, if you have a decent amp. Specially compared to the newer Ibanez stock pickups, man those really sound meh. The V8/V7 design is based on Dimarzio's Tone Zone/ Air Norton according to a rumour, not sure about the twin rails neck pickup though.
Thanks for getting involved mate! Happy new year 🤘
Goddamn that guitar looks amazing!!! price ain't bad at all. Also fun facts, The Ibanez RG line is actually modeled after Steve Vai's JEM because those were his specs he requested when he wanted a signature guitar. IBANEZ produced a prototype since they wanted to make a deal with him. It was named the JEM was named because that was his friend's guitar shop "JEM guitar builders" (or something to that effect. And Steve loved it and signed with IBANEZ. The RG line was made as a model to Vai's JEM. so in a sense, the RG is the JEM shape without the whole cut into it.
Mate, you’re absolutely right! Super interesting isn’t it? I didn’t know about where the name JEM came from though, that’s awesome! Thanks for the knowledge man and for watching 🤘
Lucky to have my dads rg565 from the early 90s , its a hell of a guitar
That’s so cool man! I was looking for one from 1991 but could never find one. Look after that dude, though I’m sure you will, and thanks for checking out the video. I appreciate it mate 🤘
@JackTaylorGuitars it was my dads first quality guitar . He's passed on now so it will definitely always stay with me . Its the rg565ca in emerald green . And hell yeah man nice video
@@josephfoster3819 Awesome, I’m stoked you’ve got something like that to remember him by. My Dad was an acoustic player, mainly when he’d had a beer 😂, so now I’ve got his acoustics here that I don’t really know what to do with but they’ll be with me forever anyway. Thanks again dude 🤘
Those green dots make that guitar set way apart along with the reverse headstock. You my friend have great taste in your guitars
Thank you bro! I absolutely love the guitar but it plays hell with my hand and arm problems. Hopefully I'll be back to being able to play it again. Appreciate you checking it out as always man!
@@JackTaylorGuitars I'm a little older than you so I know exactly what you mean with your hands. What I've found out is play whatever feels the best. I love my SG, but seem to pick up my tele the most because it feels better. Getting my les paul today so maybe that'll change
Totally dude, you've gotta play whatever helps you keep playing! Ah awesome, congrats on the NGD. I hope you love it 🤘
These RG 565 are seriously that damn good I bought 2 !!! I was so impressed with the way these play that the last NEW one in Australia 🇦🇺 came down in price I just went “ These are just too good “ and bought it. I don’t find the Bridge pickup that bad actually but the neck pickup is pretty shit ! The EDGE TREMOLO is the best system I have ever played and puts Floyd Rose to shame ! The arm is rock solid and has no play and it flutters like you have never felt or heard ! And the NECK !!!! It’s a dream as I have small hands and fingers so this thing rips for me ! Sure the AANJ would have been great but the tilted neck pocket isn’t a issue ! I’ve heard some people complain about fret sprout but mine 2 have been fine ! I really hope Ibanez bring more models out like this ! They really are a REAL MACHINE and not just looks ! Best guitar I’ve ever bought for the price ! Nice review BTW ! 🤘🤘🤘🔥🔥🔥🎸🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺
Thanks so much man, I'm glad you enjoyed the video! That's awesome dude, I'm glad you're stoked on them. Have a good one! 🤘
No other reviewer on the net or RUclips goes into the amount of detail as you do and it’s all cool nuggets of information like the difference in the neck. You’re clearly passionate about guitars… you seem to have more guitars than hats 😉aha Superb Channel. That Ibanez is a beauty!
I don't know about that dude, the thing is I can chat when it's something I like 😂 I feel like I do people's head in some times but I guess that's just what they get! Guitar collection isn't as big as it seems, some of these guitars are gone now to fund other stuff for the channel and I miss a lot of them but I'm just treating it as an investment in the channel. Thank you again bro for the support, it really does mean a ton 🤘
My dad has a all black Rg770 with crazy low action I swear the only thing I ever played that compared to that was like a custom shop Jackson and the price difference is huge
That so sick dude! Thanks for watching mate 🤘
Great review! Bummer about the crack but absolutely agree about the trem, the Ibanez Edge is an incredible bridge! I like how you touched on the practical aspect of the lack of a middle pickup.
Thanks so much my dude! Yeah it was a bit but I guess that’s how it is sometimes 😅 Cheers bro 🤘
My first "serious" guitar was a Prestige RG655GK from 2015.
Phenomenal HSH shred machine with the all access neck heel.
Still haven't played a better playing or more well made guitar.
Recently the output jack died, so I played my last two gigs with my friends HSS Prestige Pro Line PL2550 from 1986.
Also super well made 80s shred machine and plays great.
Extremely rare guitar and has a 24.74" scale length, neck through design and special pickup preset selector buttons.
Kinda weird, and not easy to switch on the fly, but actually useful.
Although noone bought it and the entire product line was discontinued after 2 years.
Awesome man, they both sound like sick guitars. I’m gonna have a little look into that PL2550 switching system too! That’s for watching dude and commenting, I really appreciate it 🤘
@@JackTaylorGuitars I had to look it up myself at first haha
You can essentially have any pickup combination, not only what the 5 way blade offers.
For example neck single coil + split bridge humbucker, without the middle single coil, which I found quite useful.
Also I have to say I really like your playing, very tasteful and musical!
That sounds so good man, the flexibility of that would make it a perfect recording guitar surely? Definitely going to research it a bit!
That’s really kind of you to say dude, thank you. I can talk s*** all day for videos but I’m very self conscious about my playing on demos so that means a lot to me mate 🙏
Any queries I had on this model U perfectly enlightened me my friend..xcellent review!👍
That’s all I could ask for my dude. I’m really happy it helped! Thanks so much man 🤘
Wonderful review! Many thx 🎉
Thanks so much mate I’m really glad you enjoyed it! 🤘
They're great looking guitars, I especially like the Orange one. Though I don't see myself owning this anytime soon, or ever, due to how thin the neck is (my RG's Wizard III are a wee bit thicker and even that gets uncomfortable after awhile).
I haven't had the chance to try them yet, but who knows, I might just change my mind after I do.
Yeah, I agree with your sentiment of people buying Prestige and J.Customs, I would play the heck out of a quality instrument, if I could afford one.
The guitarist I've ever seen playing the heck out of a J.Custom model is Lisa-X, which is an RG8540ZD.
Thanks for watching mate! The orange really is super nice. I would still love to own it but there’s really no need 😂 Cheers dude 🤘
Great video! I love both Ibanez and their RG series guitars. Would love to own one of these in the future, sadly no stainless steel frets on this one tho but that would´ve made the guitar much more expensive probably and i got neck pocket cracks in my ibanez too haha. Anyways really good video, looking forward to many more videos in 2023 :D
I really appreciate that my dude, thank you! Means a lot you enjoyed it 😁 Yeah, stainless frets would really kick this up a notch but it seems like Ibanez aren’t too keen to use them on any of the Japanese models which is a shame. Appreciate you dude, thanks again 🤘
@@JackTaylorGuitars There are some Prestige and J-custom that have SS frets. All AZs from premium to Prestige have SS frets. But yea, the genesis collection is kinda like a reissue. I will put SS frets on my RG565 when all the nickel has worn out. It will take years but RG565 is one of my favourites of all time. And the destroyer haha
Ahhh that’s interesting! Thanks for explaining that mate. I don’t blame you for going stainless on the RG, they’re awesome aren’t they. Destroyers are cool as hell too!
Bought this exact model but in laser blue, love it. Ibanez has some serious quality for just 1000€ . Tried two Charvels for even more money and the quality was _REALLY_ bad.
It’s a fantastic guitar isn’t it? I’m still sad that I let mine go but I gotta keep new guitars coming in for videos somehow. That and the neck did hurt my arm eventually. Still, such a great guitar! Surprising about the charvels though? Thanks for watching dude 🤘
My RG565 in Vampire Kiss colour (it's like maroon, or dried blood kinda) is arriving tomorrow. 👍👍
I actually had an RG565-EG before, sold it to get a FGN Iliad 24-fret Fisman-pickups tele, and now me going back to the RG565. 👍
Awesome! Congrats on the new guitar day dude 🤘
@@JackTaylorGuitars thanks 😅 you should get another one of these awesome guitars NOW while they're still available and their prices hadn't moved up that much.
Ibanez these days have lost their way or have accepted their identity crisis, they don't know who they used to be anymore.
Once they stop producing these MIJ RG550/RG565, that's it. :(
I’m really tempted dude! Probably for an RG550 but we’ll have to see!
1991 baby shoutout. I'm really starting to embrace stock pickups and am finding you can always get something good from them. I like these. I'd buy this if it was hard tail.
Speaking of which, if you ever get a chance you should review the ibanez j line rg. Can't find many reviews on them, but also made in Japan and affordable. Model is rg6hshfx. I think sort of a modern equivalent to the 565.
Yo! Are you feeling old yet? Because I am 😂 I would love to try a J Craft or similar dude, my bank account just doesn't have the beans for it right now haha Thanks for checking out the video mate 🤘
I have an FGN guitar (MIJ) and it's magnificent, big fan of MIJ!
The FGN stuff looks super cool man! Would love to try one. Thanks for checking out the video 🤘
Mine came with the neck pocket cracks and some finish flaws. But still love the guitars plays and sounds amazing
That’s a shame dude but at least you still love it! It’s one of my favourites too. Cheers for watching mate 🤘
Great guitar skills, Bravo! 👏...
What pickups are in this guitar?
Are they the stock pickups that came with the guitar?
Thanks so much dude, that means a lot! Yeah they're the stock Ibanez pups that come with this axe 🤘
That’s sooooooo goooood💕
Ps: wow I was the first to comment… that’s a first
Jokes aside, I love the quality of your channel man
Keep inspiring 💪🏻❤️
That’s means a lot to me Julian, thanks so much! Stoked you enjoyed it 🤘
Great video, and you definitely got the best colour. Always liked the RG shape, it's a classic. Mine just needs the last sharp fret filing down when I'm next at the tech and then it should be good to go.
Cheers Livesey mate! Sounds like a solid plan dude. Is that your Axion label? I love that guitar 🤘
@@JackTaylorGuitars yeah that's the one. It's a great guitar and looks and feels awesome. Just a shame about the sharp frets but worth getting it sorted so it'll be good for years to come.
@@liveseytowers Absolutely man, that makes tons of sense. Hopes it’s all set soon!
You don't need a middle pickup in a 24 fret guitar IMO, it is never gonna sound like a vintage Strat any day anyhow and it is in the way. The rail pickup makes sense in this setup, being a hotter fatter type sound. There are tricks you can do to scoop some of the mids if it is too much. Had a 560 back in the day, I converted it to HS with a custom added pickguard. I'd love to see this model with a non-reversed black headstock, rosewood board, maple cap body in metallic red 😉
I’m in the same camp as you dude, fully agree! Oh sweet, that sounds like a beast. And you should put that idea forward to Ibanez, I’d buy one in a heartbeat! Thanks for watching and commenting mate, I appreciate it tons 🤘
Great review. I'm glad you liked the 565. I'm a big RG fan and have a 565 genesis in the "vampire kiss" finish which is gorgeous. They are not cheap, but I think they are the best value new guitars you can buy. I love the thin neck with the maple board. I also like the stock pickups, but it depends what music you play. They're pretty good for old school metal.
You should try a Prestige. They are actually great value on the second hand market.
Thank you dude, I'm glad you enjoyed it! The vampire kiss finish is a stunner. Really like both the ltd edition colours they brought out, that and the laser blue. And I completely agree with you, they're incredible value for money. Pickups are definitely useable and they do sound great for an old school vibe for sure.
And I definitely been looking for a prestige but the mrs will absolutely annihilate me if one turned up any time soon! This year though, maybe 😂 Thanks again man!
You on Anthony Couch? Post a video of you playing that Vampire Kiss. I'd love to get that one.
@@alfredoverton9649 hi Alfred. Yes, that's me. I played it on couch potato jam 8 and will do again on 9 very soon.
Does the 565 have stainless steel or nickel frets?
@@muratopozturk5211 nickel. Ibanez Japan have not been quick to move to stainless frets. Some of the latest Prestige models do, but even the top-end J Custom models do not.
Ohhh broooo!!! That RG, and that Lazer Blue finish or whatever it's called 🤔
It's a dope guitar bro! Might be selling it though 😬 I love it, even got a custom mixed set of EMGs for it, but the super thin neck is playing havoc with my hands.
I want the orange one so bad! I have 3 RGs, but none with a double locking trem (the floating trem on my RG220B has been blocked off for over 20 years and I lost the springs), and the reversed headstock and traffic cone orange is sick!
I know the feeling dude, the orange is so sick! Thanks for watching mate, I appreciate it 🤘
@@JackTaylorGuitars No problem, I'm a big Ibanez fan, I enjoy watching others who share that interest.
need 😎 Sunny's for the orange one
Gibson & to a lesser extent Fender could learn something about QC at Ibanez Hoshino Gakki factory, guitars don’t leave the facility until it’s been checked by at least 2 people.
I fully agree with this mate, they definitely set a high standard! Thanks for checking out the video and the comment dude 🤘
"Why did you buy it if you aren't gonna play it?" Poor guitars locked in their cases because the owners got them as collectibles.
I know right? Always seems like such a waste to me in most cases. Cheers for watching mate 🤘
I have all my guitars out and ready to play, except my acoustic.
Me too mate, well, most. I’m slightly limited for space but I have a rotation going 😂
Hey jack really cool guitar and you Djent 🤘🏽
Am planning on buying this myself , well i also plan to mod it and put a coil split on it for more single coil twang sound, would this be possible on this guitar pup combo?
Hey bro! Thanks so much for the kind words, it means a lot 🤘
Actually dude, I'm really not sure whether this pickup is splittable. If it was me, I'd probably look at an upgrade to the pups and factor in the new wiring then but I know it's already a fairly expensive guitar. If I find out about the splittable pickup I'll drop a comment here. Thanks again dude 🤘
I wish they would have left the black inlay dots in the neck to run the blk thru the guitar color scheme. I already have the RG 550 and love it. But I will be swapping out pickups again in it soon. But other than that it looks like a nice guitar. Middle [pickups never get in my way. You learn to use a lighter pick hand and use less of your pick. Its really no different than strumming over the bridge or neck pickup areas. I hope you do anyway, or your missing out on many tones of where you strike the strings and sounds you can get.
Thanks for the comment mate, appreciate you watching! Stoked you like the RG550 too 🤘
i have an AZ prestige, great guitar, you could argue its a bit ugly boring or understated looking, also if you like using the trem, good luck in keeping that g string in tune
I actually love the AZ dude, think they're super classy S types and would love to give one a real go. Sucks about the G string though! I hope you love it anyway 🤘
@@JackTaylorGuitars apart from that its a great guitar. but for the price it should be, the scary part is, my 2 harley benton fusion 3s which were a fraction of the price, are very very close
I remember you saying mate! It is definitely an indicator of diminishing returns getting even smaller nowadays
@@JackTaylorGuitars have you seen these firefly guitars? they make a tele that has literally everything you could want, brass saddles bone nut, contoured heel. comfort cuts and stainless steel frets for 200 dollars, the mind boggles, having said that i have a craving to buy an ibanez s series, there is only one model with ss frets and i want it, its an itch nothing else can scratch lol
I have seen some of the Fireflys dude, though I don't know how easy it is for me to get one. Would love to though! Oh yeah bro the S series are lovely. Let me know if you do get one!
I have the orange one. At first didn't liked but I put 12 gauge strings and tuned on c standard, man that shit fly now and is my favorite at the moment
That's awesome dude! It's definitely my main guitar atm though I'm set up with 9s and in drop D. Can see it because amazing with your set up though! Appreciate you watching mate, thank you 🤘
I enjoyed the edits around 2:15, funny.
Thanks mate! 😂 My sense of humour is pretty silly but I like to get a few daft edits in here and there. Appreciate you checking out the video dude 🤘
I bought a Laser Blue one and it's cool, but i really don't like the pickups, they sound ok for 80s type metal, but they are really limited for other genres, and also the tone knob doesn't change the sound that much. I don't know what pickups to put in.
The pickups are definitely the thing I'd change about it too, dude. I considered an EMG set for mine for but I reckon some Duncans would be an awesome shout too. Depending what you want to play of course! Thanks for checking out the video mate, I appreciate it 🤘
For prestige you get: case + prestige logo + better pickups (usually dimarzio, but nowadays Fishman fluence..meh) and the “Access neck joint”. Quality is not different from these Genesis lines. For example..i found that on maple fretboards even those prestiges lack sometimes in roundness of the fret ends. But you pat extra fro the Prestige logo definitely. Quality is on par with them for these Genesis guitars. Honestly I prefer the old school neck joint and I am happy that with the Genesis collection they have the neck the same lenght as the fretboard, so no fretboard warping issues over time at the 20-24 frets. I had 2 prestige guitars, sold them (i regret it, and unfortunately they are not reselling them back to me), and wanted to buy some current line Prestige models. Don’t like them just because of the Fishman pickups…and lack of diversity in models. This is the reason I bought an RG550 in purple and will buy another RG565 either in Teal/Emerald Green or that blue that is available…swap the pickups to some dimarzio medium output for dynamics and bam! It’s done. Glad to see you are enjoying the guitar! Ibanez rules!
Mate I really appreciate the info, thank you! And I’m stoked you enjoyed the video. If I end up with another then it’s highly likely it’ll be the 550 🤘
i'm waiting for a 560 if they'd be so kind to reissue that..sold mine long ago and can't find another
That would be sweet, I hope they do so you can grab another! Thanks for watching mate 🤘
2024 RG470DX is another good, more affordable alternative for RG565.
I haven't seen it yet I don't think but that's cool to know! Thanks for watching mate 🤘
Currently deciding which of the two to get but I think its 565 for me. The 470 is made in indonesia and has a cheaper trem system
does it play phil collins or genesis only kidding I'm a metal head and I'd only use the bridge pickup
No lie, I love Genesis 😂 Thanks for watching mate 🤘
I wish I'd bought rhis when i had chance. Ibanez stopped making them and all the Reverb ones are more expensive than they were new
Man, I've seen that! The Genesis RG550 is still about though and I think you'd get a similar experience, just a thought though. I know they don't look the same. Thanks for watching mate! 🤘
@@JackTaylorGuitars Just gave up and ordered a mint used on on eBay. Thanks for the awesome video man
How does this compare with the rg 550?
I haven’t played the 550 dude but, in terms of playability I’d say it’s identical. The main difference would be the pickup configuration. People I’ve spoke to who have both love both. Hope that helps mate and thanks for checking out the video 🤘
Hello There Jack... I want to ask a question if you don't mind... I want to buy myself a very first Ibanez guitar... And I'm currently conflicted between the Genesis rg565, prestige rg652, or Quest QX54QM... I'm still learning how to play fast, and I really want a guitar that will fit my needs. Thank you so much before!! Thank you for the great review too!!
Hey mate! Thanks for the kind words and watching, I appreciate it!
So, both the RGs you’ve mentioned are much faster playing and better quality guitars than the quest. I’ve never played a genuine prestige though the RG565 comes from the same factory as far as I know. If I was you, I’d pick the RG you like best and go for that. They’re also so much higher quality than the Quests too! Hope that helps and thanks again 🤘
@@JackTaylorGuitars Thank you so much for convincing me to buy the RGs!! That emerald green sure looks stunning!! But I'm currently looking at the laser blue one~ Hope she will fit my hand when I try her.
Once again, thank you so much!! Keep rocking on mate!! 🤘
The laser blue is a stunning guitar dude! Let me know what you think of you get a chance. Cheers mate all the best 🤘
I subscribed and liked this video due to the fact that you sound like Jon Snow. :-)
😂 Cheers man! I’m happy to have you around 🤘
I had an original rg565 and the neck crack wasn't an issue other than it annoyed me a little.
Yeah man, that's pretty much where I'm at with it. I see it and I'm a bit annoyed by it but it really doesn't take anything away from the guitar! Thanks for watching dude 🤘
Hello! I bought this guitar the other day! Please advise which pickup to install in the bridge for high-quality hard rock!? Thanks...
Hey! Congratulations on the new guitar! I’m actually going to install an EMG set in mine but if you were looking for something else I’d probably suggest something from Seymour Duncan as an option. I hope that helps and thanks for watching! 🤘
@@JackTaylorGuitars Hello! My choice is from the following pickups Dimarzio Imperium, Dimarzio Steve special and Dimarzio super 3!!!! Seymour Duncan and EMG I didn't think about them since Ibanez mainly puts pickups Dimarzio on his guitars! What do you recommend to choose from Dimarzio???? Thanks....
Interesting! I like that you’re keeping it specific to the brand. I don’t have a lot of experience with Dimarzio honestly mate so I wouldn’t want to give any input because I don’t really know what I’m talking about 😂 I hope you find something you like though!
Nice review!!!
The 5 piece neck is not an upgrade. Cheap raw wood needs 3 or 5 layers to stay somehow stable. Back in the 80's manufacturers used better quality wood.
Thanks for the information dude! I'm expecting the quality of the materials going into Fujigen to be just as good as they were in the 80's but I suppose that might be wrong! Though I'd still expect a 3 or 5 piece neck to be more stable? I'm gonna look into it further! Thanks for checking out the video mate 🤘
Хвалà такъв Айбанйез! Gustoso!
Thanks for watching dude, I really appreciate it! 🤘
£900 bucks!!! With the rise of the cost of living, the only ibanez I can afford is the chibanez from AliExpress.
That’s a super valid point mate. I’m hardly ballin’ myself at the moment but had the opportunity. Does make me wonder whether I’m going to be able to keep up the reviews in the coming year but we’ll see 🙃
Japanese Ibanez are the only guitars that ain't bullshittin you. True value for money.
Don't trust competitors beginning with C, J, F, G, K, S, C, and other!
I can absolutely see why you feel so strongly about it dude! This was a fantastic guitar for the money. Shame it had to go but at least someone else can enjoy it now while I can't...Thanks for checking out the video mate, I appreciate it 🤘
@@JackTaylorGuitars Actually I am married with the RG since 1990. So my enthusiasm is on solid ground.
I think you did a fair job reviewing it. Unlike other youtubers you hit the point.
No guitar is perfect and even I admit, the Gs sound fatter and the Fs have better cleans than the RG. But there are lots of strenghts that make up for.
Last thing: Ibanez stock pickups are placeholders - following the philosophy that people don't have to pay for the wrong pickups.
That’s kind of you to say mate, thank you!
Same here, I have my first REAL guitar still in my possession the Ibanez RG 570 (JB) with rosewood neck; then I got the Ibanez RG 470 DX (white with shark inlays on neck) in late 90’s, and purchased my favorite in 20’ the Ibanez RG “Genesis” 550 (NP) with maple neck and finally in early 24’ I bought my Fender Player Series Strat (Black with single coil pickups & maple neck) to get “That” Fender tone I have always Loved from Eric Clapton, SRV, David Gilmour, Joe Perry, John Frusainte, & Billy Corgan!#Ibanez#RG❤#Fender#🎸🔥🤘🏻@iloveitall
Great to hear, mate!
I got thwo RG550 from 92. The Genesis are very good but the aged woods of the old ones have a killer tone. Playing high gain solo stuff. 🤩@@bondalero0074
Ibanez sucks, don't waste your money 👎🏻
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