Norm from Hallandale Beach, Florida USA
njackman@signaltechnologyinc.com
Quality:
Firstly, my apology and much applause for AMS customer service in
expediting a replacement shipment as UPS ate the original in Jacksonville. My first 7 String was an old UV7 which is very similar in aesthetics and design. Quality is excellent.
Reliability:
Since I have modified tuning and strings, its reliability will be tested. My playing is chordal ala a solo piano bar gig (i.e.
'All the things you are' in Fm with walking bass). Hence the EBADGE tuning using low .095/.075 GHS flats off a short scale bass.
Overall:
Over the years I have modified my UV7P, AF-207, Schecter Jazz7,
Dean DN76 and others. Finally, years ago, I had Bill Moll build me an 18" hand-carved 7 String Archtop. I ordered the RG2228 for no other reason but to replace the 6th E which limited by 'lines'
when sitting in with others.
Playability and Feel:
The neck is slim and comfortable. I had the same tactile sensation when I went from 6 to 7 strings, now 7 to 8.
Forgive me but my left hand posture is that of a cellist, not a pipefitter, so all notes are accessible.
Tone:
It is ALIVE! After a fast tune, I tried some 'tapping' and 'hammers' and 'pull-offs'. The sound was astoundingly sensitive and vibrant. It didn't hurt coming through a Crate RX200 Bass stack (2-10's & an 18").
Finish:
Excellent finish and quality. The case is very nice although I am spoiled by Bill Moll's "Emergency Flotation Device" molded
fiberglass flight case.
Action:
Action was adequate although it will need to be adjusted after I ream out the two lower tuning pegs to secure the .084/.075 GHS flats that will be installed. You might want to alert Ibanez that
I am diverting away from their marketing strategy.
Do you own this product?:
Yes and proud of it.
Date submitted:
May 13, 2009