Subject
Great guitar
By: RKF from IL, anonmyous55523
Submitted: 4/22/2012
Quality
Would you consider this product to be made well? How dependable?
The guitar looks and feels to be very well made.
Reliability
How has it stood up over time?
I have always loved Ibanez and although I have only had the guitar for a few weeks, I doubt there will be any issues.
Overall
Your general opinion of this product.
I've owned several guitars and many were more expensive, but this one is by far the best guitar for the price. I love the thin Ibanez neck and low action.
Playability and Feel
How does it feel, Heavy, Fast, Chunky? How was the neck? Are the controls easy to get to while playing?
The neck is great, very fast.
Tone
Bright and snappy? Dark and smooth? Were the pickups hot, mellow, thick, thin?
Love the pickups. Great metal guitar.
Finish
How did the stain or paint job look?
Beautiful finish.
Action
How was the action out of the box?
Perfect.
Subject
Great for my first Guitar
By: Tuff B. from Myrtle Beach, SC, tuffbailey@gmail.com
Submitted: 2/15/2012
Quality
Would you consider this product to be made well? How dependable?
the guitar was put together very well. No blemishes and everything seems very sturdy.
Reliability
How has it stood up over time?
I have only had it a moth but it still looks and sounds like the first day.
Overall
Your general opinion of this product.
I did not know what to expect when I ordered the Guitar but when it came in the mail. It looks great, feels great and sounds great. I would not trade that for anything.
Playability and Feel
How does it feel, Heavy, Fast, Chunky? How was the neck? Are the controls easy to get to while playing?
Tone
Bright and snappy? Dark and smooth? Were the pickups hot, mellow, thick, thin?
Finish
How did the stain or paint job look?
So gloss black i can shave in the finish.
Action
How was the action out of the box?
It was almost perfectly in tune when i opened the box so it made it very easy for me to plug in and jam first thing.
Subject
Impressive...
By: T.L. from Colorado -- USA
Submitted: 1/23/2012
Finish
How did the stain or paint job look?
The finish is nothing extraordinary, but it's a clean appearance, and since it's either urethane or polyester, it's going to be very durable.
Action
How was the action out of the box?
The action was nice & low right out of the box.
Quality
Would you consider this product to be made well? How dependable?
I consider the quality to be very good -- especially considering the price. The neck joint is nice & tight, the finish is decent, the playability is good, and the USA-made pickups are very good.
Reliability
How has it stood up over time?
Can't give an accurate answer since I have it for only 3 weeks. It appears to be solidly constructed and I have every reason to believe that it will hold up very well. I have another Ibanez that I bought new 20 years ago, and it's still going strong.
Overall
Your general opinion of this product.
This was a heck of a deal. This guitar is made in Indonesia, and I bought it for use as a good "work horse", not expecting anything great, but something usable. I was pleased to discover that it was exactly what I needed.
Playability and Feel
How does it feel, Heavy, Fast, Chunky? How was the neck? Are the controls easy to get to while playing?
This guitar is quite light-weight. The neck is very comfortable -- not too thick or too thin. I also like the satin finish on the back. The controls are simple (1-Volume, 1-Tone, 1 3-way switch) and easy to reach.
Tone
Bright and snappy? Dark and smooth? Were the pickups hot, mellow, thick, thin?
I would consider the tone to be "balanced". Not overly bright, and not muddy. The neck pickup sounds ordinary, but the bridge pickup absolutely screams, and WITHOUT any squealing! I like the passive EMG pickups, as I hate having batteries in my guitars.
Subject
Nice , especially for price !
By: strato131 from Maryland , Usa
Submitted: 1/7/2012
Quality
Would you consider this product to be made well? How dependable?
Couple small things but nothing major and worth sending back . One screw out of back plate ( had plenty extras )and a goofy spinning knob . No biggie .
Reliability
How has it stood up over time?
It will last !
Overall
Your general opinion of this product.
My first indonesian Ibanez that I had to get on a New day deal for less than 2 bills . Not Japan quality as there was a screw missing on back plate and one knob is kinda goofy . I can deal with it though .
Playability and Feel
How does it feel, Heavy, Fast, Chunky? How was the neck? Are the controls easy to get to while playing?
it playes like a ibanez but with the mahogany body and string threw and emgs , takes to a whole new level . Simple but effective!
Tone
Bright and snappy? Dark and smooth? Were the pickups hot, mellow, thick, thin?
Dark and smooth but with nice clear Pick-ups .
Finish
How did the stain or paint job look?
I like the white , I didnt have a white guitar and the price was right . Its very elegant and metal at the same time . I like the high quality hardware and metal Pick-up rings .
Action
How was the action out of the box?
A touch high for my overall set up but very playable . I havent even touched it yet and Im jamming away !
Subject
EXCELLENT LIGHT WEIGHT GUITAR
By: THE HAWK from FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA
Submitted: 12/14/2011
How was the action out of the box?
THE ACTION IS GREAT RIGHT OUT OF THE BOX
Quality
Would you consider this product to be made well? How dependable?
VERY WELL MADE AND THE BLACK PAINT JOB IS TOP OF THE LINE.
Reliability
How has it stood up over time?
I PURCHASED IT RECENTLY BUT IT LOOKS LIKE IT WILL HOLD UP FINE. THIS IS MY SECOND IBANEZ AND THE ACTION IS FASTER THAN MY GIBSON OR FENDERS WHICH HAVE A FATTER NECK.
Overall
Your general opinion of this product.
THIS GUITAR CAME SET UP PERFECTLY RIGHT OUT OF THE BOX. ACTION IS GREAT UP AND DOWN THE BOARD.
Playability and Feel
How does it feel, Heavy, Fast, Chunky? How was the neck? Are the controls easy to get to while playing?
THE NECK, LIKE MANY IBANEZ GUITARS IS FAST AND SMOOTH.
Tone
Bright and snappy? Dark and smooth? Were the pickups hot, mellow, thick, thin?
THE EMG'S ARE BRIGHT AND CRISP.
Finish
How did the stain or paint job look?
THE PAINT JOB IS CLEAR AND SMOOTH. IT LOOKS GREAT IN BLACK.
Subject
ONE SHARP AXE !!!!!!!!!!!!!
By: Robbie Height from Castalia ,NC,USA, heightrobbie77@hotmail.com
Submitted: 11/24/2011
Quality
Would you consider this product to be made well? How dependable?
very well made
Reliability
How has it stood up over time?
has the well known Ibanez reliability
Overall
Your general opinion of this product.
This axe can not be beat !!!
Playability and Feel
How does it feel, Heavy, Fast, Chunky? How was the neck? Are the controls easy to get to while playing?
nice weight, not too heavy and not too light, simple but effective controls,
Tone
Bright and snappy? Dark and smooth? Were the pickups hot, mellow, thick, thin?
killer tone , absolutely perfect for all genres of metal !!
Finish
How did the stain or paint job look?
very sweet finish
Action
How was the action out of the box?
one of the smoothest and fastest actions I have ever played !!!
Subject
excellent price
By: Witter from Elko, NV USA
Submitted: 9/18/2011
Quality
Would you consider this product to be made well? How dependable?
Well made but kinda rushed. My 3rd fret was not seated well and the string would get stuck in there is you bend it.
Reliability
How has it stood up over time?
still new to it.
Overall
Your general opinion of this product.
Playability and Feel
How does it feel, Heavy, Fast, Chunky? How was the neck? Are the controls easy to get to while playing?
Tone
Bright and snappy? Dark and smooth? Were the pickups hot, mellow, thick, thin?
Finish
How did the stain or paint job look?
great
Action
How was the action out of the box?
perfect
Subject
good deal for the money
By: jamsco419@msn.com from Kansas,Ohio
Submitted: 2/11/2011
Quality
Would you consider this product to be made well? How dependable?
very well for the money
Reliability
How has it stood up over time?
i just bought this guitar but have bought ibanez before and have been real happy
Overall
Your general opinion of this product.
for the price this guitar is a real deal
Playability and Feel
How does it feel, Heavy, Fast, Chunky? How was the neck? Are the controls easy to get to while playing?
very good on all counts
Tone
Bright and snappy? Dark and smooth? Were the pickups hot, mellow, thick, thin?
deep and mellow the pick ups were real nice
Finish
How did the stain or paint job look?
very nice
Action
How was the action out of the box?
just what i expected it would be
Subject
Great Ax for the price
By: Scott from San Rafael, Ca, US
Submitted: 12/5/2010
Quality
Would you consider this product to be made well? How dependable?
Very well made guitar for the price.
Reliability
How has it stood up over time?
New, so far so good.
Overall
Your general opinion of this product.
Very great playing, and sounding guitar for the price. I have had many guitars and a comperable guitar would be twice the price.
Playability and Feel
How does it feel, Heavy, Fast, Chunky? How was the neck? Are the controls easy to get to while playing?
The neck feels great like most Ibanez guitars. he body is well balance and the cut outs are very well positioned. The AANJ is also a plus. This guitar is very nice to play, and I could play it for hours.
Tone
Bright and snappy? Dark and smooth? Were the pickups hot, mellow, thick, thin?
Very crisp, fairly think, and very bright and clear.
Finish
How did the stain or paint job look?
Finish was very good, no blemishes.
Action
How was the action out of the box?
The setup out of the box was quite good.