Hi I'm from portugal. What is the best model, that allow low action, specialy to play metal that cost between 500-600 $€? thank you beste regards
Hi I'm from portugal. What is the best model, that allow low action, specialy to play metal that cost between 500-600 $€? thank you beste regards
Low action can be achieved with just about any Ibanez model, so that wouldn't be my first priority when shopping.
Ibanez offers a huge range of guitar styles, so it's hard to make a recommendation without knowing a bit more about what you're looking for. Since you mention metal, I'm guessing you're thinking of an RG, but there are other styles that can be used for that genre.
Are you looking for something with a tremolo (whammy bar)? Or a hard tail? What sort of pickup configuration do you want? Heck, I don't even know if you're looking for a guitar or a bass.
Your best bet is probably to head to a music store and try as many different guitars as possible to get a feel for which is most comfortable. But if you can narrow down your criteria a bit more I can recommend some models you might want to consider.
Hi, thank you very much... and sorry very very much for the lack of elements.
I tend to minimum writing, because my dificulty in english.
It is a guitar, 6 string, right hand
I read RG is "the model" for metal, but I am not attached to any model, I asked an opinion from this community, and want to "hear" with open mind.
I do not know very much about guitars, it is a new world to me.
So, tremolo is not a "must have" for now, but if guitar have one, maybe in the future I can learn to use it...
Pickup.... weeeeellll, .... I don't know that one... sorry. Ignorance... I can not tell what I will like or want... I really need advising, guidance... something that take me from the dark in terms of technical things of the guitars.
In this range of € are all made in indonesia, right?
I do not know about this models, but for you to know about the prices in portugal, here are 2 models
https://musicfactory.pt/catalogo/guitarras/guitarras-electricas/199856.aspx
https://musicfactory.pt/catalogo/guitarras/guitarras-electricas/200306.aspx
Thank you very much
I think you're on the right track with your suggestions.
As far as a tremolo goes, if you're really new to guitar I would advise avoiding it unless it's something you really think you want or need. A tremolo adds a decent amount of complexity to tuning and restringing, and that's not something you need if you're learning to play. The time that would be wasted messing with the tremolo would be put to use better perfecting your technique. For example, if you find you want to play a song that's written for a non-standard tuning (e.g. Drop D), you might spend 10–15 minutes (or more) retuning a tremolo-equipped guitar vs. under a minute without a trem. So I'd stick to hard-tail models for a first electric guitar.
On the pickups, RGs come in two basic flavors HSH (two humbucking pickups with a single-coil pickup betweeen) or HH (just two humbuckers). Each of these pickups and combinations of them offers a slightly different flavor to your sound. The HSH format gives you the widest possible range, but some players find they don't use the extra options and that the middle pickup gets in the way of their picking. In the interest of simplicity, maybe leaning toward an HH configuration is the way to go. Anyway, almost all of the guitars that meet the other criteria you're looking for have this setup.
You're right that nearly all Ibanez guitars priced under 1000€ are going to be made in Indonesia or China. The higher-end guitars are made in Japan. All of the guitars they put their name on are solid, but the Japanese ones get higher end woods and parts and a bit of extra care in workmanship.
Of the two guitars you linked, the RGRT621DPB would be a good choice. The SA560MB is also a fine guitar, but it has a tremolo. The upshot is that the standard tremolos on the SA series are a bit simpler than the double-locking tremolos you'll find on most RG models, so this would be a good compromise if a tremolo was something you really wanted.
I would generally advise to try to find a used guitar for a first electric guitar, because new guitars lose value as soon as you take them out of the store. Also, you might be able to find a higher-end (maybe even made in Japan) used guitar for the same price. One used model you might look for is the RG521. However, I took a quick look at Reverb and didn't see any great values among used hard-tail guitars shipping to your country, so perhaps new is the way to go.
Some new models you might consider beyond your suggestions:
Several of these come in under your budget and the last one is a bit of a stretch. Bear in mind that in addition to a guitar you'll also need an amp and some other accessories (tuner, etc.) You won't notice a big difference in quality among any of these, so it's just a matter of which you like best in terms of look and feel. The RGA bodies have arched tops, but are otherwise similar to RGs. The two models with a T in their name have neck-through-body construction where the neck runs the length of the guitar, The others have bolt-on necks. The RGEW model has a roasted maple neck that will be a bit more stable than a standard neck.
Of the guitars I listed, I would probably lean toward the RGAT62 as the best value, but that's also partly because I just like the look of that one.
If you can, I would strongly encourage you to visit a store that has as many of these guitars as possible and spend some time holding and playing each. That's really the best way to decide which one is best for you. I'd also encourage you to look at other brands to compare and contrast. Maybe you'll find something from another brand that will spark your passion.
I hope all of this isn't overwhelming. Take your time and have fun deciding. It's an important choice because if you have a guitar that really fits you and that you love you're going to be more likely to pick it up and play it more and your skills will improve that much faster.
Hi
thank you for all your patiente and help, really...
Welll is my first, for me, but I start lessons about 2 months.
Have a borrowed js11 dinky. The high action is killing me, my thumb and wrist. At this moment I just don't pratice power chords.
No one can put this with a low action (or medium action, about this subject I already know a little, unfortunatly) have 3,5 mm, lower have more buzz than 1000 bees.
Too much budget device for a luthier. Some who knows smethings about this, tried to setup, and nothing, that is why I have it :|
Now you know why my focus was on low action.
I have all the rest equipment, even a little daughter to damage the guitar.
So, now to the point, I want to thank you again, ank ask if I can ask a few more questions... if you see as abuse, I thank you anyway.
You put the link as 621 but goes to 62... I found 621... think you really wanto to put the 621
So, do you think RG421-MOL for 333€ it a nice deal?
what is the big diferences between the 421's?
And the 42fm (it is beautiful) vs the 421's?
If I can choose one of this ones cheaper... It wold be 200 or 300 € better, and a lot easier to my wife let another one so beautiful, sleep at our house.
From js11 dinky is really a great jump?
Thank you and sorry for the abuse.
If I remember, can I ask something more?
I got the name wrong, but the link goes to the right model (RGAT62). I've fixed it in my previous post.
All of these guitars will be in a similar range in terms of quality of construction (and ability to set up with low action). They won't be a huge jump from a Jackson Dinky, but they'll all be an improvement (and a big improvement over a Dinky with 3.5mm action). The primary thing that differentiates any of the the guitars in this price range is just the looks (fretboard inlays, fancy woods, etc.), so if you can get on with the cheaper ones, that's the way I would go.
The big differences between the RGA42FM and the RG421 are that the RGA has an arched top (some find it more comfortable to play) and a flamed maple top (which is just for looks). Other than that, the hardware and electronics are the same.
Once you build your skills, you may want to upgrade the guitar (for example, you might decide you're ready to try one with a tremolo), so sticking with the cheaper model now would be smart. If you choose one in the 300-400€ range, you should be able to sell it for 200€ in a year or whenever you decide you want something different.
Feel free to ask any other questions. You're not abusing me.
Hi
Sorry for the delay
I just forgot to thank you.... keep looking because my hand is not very well.
Thank you
What do you think?