New Korn signature 7 string for 2014?
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Obsidian Soul
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I hope they offer a 27" 7 string,but is there really a big difference between the RGD's 26.5 scale?
Ironside
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Can you answer ONE question for me? Is the currently-japan-only RG2727fz 7-string going to be available in North America? (or something similar?)
Just wink twice for yes.
I hope they offer a 27" 7 string,but is there really a big difference between the RGD's 26.5 scale?
Honestly there is next to no difference. Maybe a difference of 1 pounds of extra tension, the equivalent of going from a .058 gauge string to a .059. Very subtle. 26.5" is just fine for a 7-string or downtuned 6. I have a 27" scale Ibanez RG1077XL. Its nice too but it doesnt really feel much different than my RGD.
That's great news about the new Ibanez models, now I'm really looking forward to seeing them. Maybe they'll even release a six string with a neck profile that I like (the wizard is waaaaay too thin and flat for my tastes)
And my take on the Prestige speculation: The reasonably priced Prestiges might sound like an oxymoron, but for what I've heard that 1000$/ (most likely) is around the average price point of FGN (Fujigens own brand) basic models. And that's including the set neck models with neck binding etc. So, Ibanez ordering a boatload of guitars (most of which are bolt on, "no frills" models) might help to press the price down. Which is awesome for us GAS consumers.
And my take on the Prestige speculation: The reasonably priced Prestiges might sound like an oxymoron, but for what I've heard that 1000$/ (most likely) is around the average price point of FGN (Fujigens own brand) basic models. And that's including the set neck models with neck binding etc. So, Ibanez ordering a boatload of guitars (most of which are bolt on, "no frills" models) might help to press the price down. Which is awesome for us GAS consumers.
Churchie777
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The day Ibanez make a Dino sig is the day i go back to em! 
Tesla
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The day Ibanez make a Dino sig is the day i go back to em!
I honestly think the reason they haven't already is down to how different all his custom shop guitars are from each other. They probably can't decide on a solid look that he will agree on without changing his mind.
If they were to do it though...I'd imagine it'd be matte black, blackouts and a reversed headstock, which would be deliciously metal haha.
Churchie777
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I have more of a feeling that Dino doesn't want one in a selfish kinda way but thats just my 
lol
but if they where to do one just do the single H reverse head 7 string and simple solid colour like his Digimortal grey one or the red one he had, as for these Korn sigs i wish they where just a revamped K7
lolbut if they where to do one just do the single H reverse head 7 string and simple solid colour like his Digimortal grey one or the red one he had, as for these Korn sigs i wish they where just a revamped K7
Tesla
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Yeah I can fully understand about Dino being selfish haha, so you're probably right.
...I also meant to say single humbucker, D'oh!
The Digimortal one was probably my favourite one. Classiest inlay!
...I also meant to say single humbucker, D'oh!
The Digimortal one was probably my favourite one. Classiest inlay!
Well, since he didn´t comment I´ll just speculate:
The return of the RGA121 would make perfectly sense as a 1000$ entry level Prestige. Probably with some more conservative colors or even actual natual finishes to keep the price down. Trem and fixed Version, DiM, SD or EMG Pickups and everybody would be a happy camper.
I´d actually like to see some sort of set neck construction, giving it its own niche in the lineup and putting it against all the Schecters and ESPs out there, even PRS with some nice tops (RGA321).
The return of the RGA121 would make perfectly sense as a 1000$ entry level Prestige. Probably with some more conservative colors or even actual natual finishes to keep the price down. Trem and fixed Version, DiM, SD or EMG Pickups and everybody would be a happy camper.
I´d actually like to see some sort of set neck construction, giving it its own niche in the lineup and putting it against all the Schecters and ESPs out there, even PRS with some nice tops (RGA321).
MF_Kitten
Set up us the bomb
Oh yeah man, I'm not being sour about it, I'm just teasing everyone about the fact that I'll be there seeing it in person
Grand Moff Tim
Some call me... Tim
Would it be leaking too much to say whether or not there will be a Premium 8 that isn't a siggie? You don't need to give any specs or anything, I just really want them to release a standard 8 in the Premium range.
MrHelloGuitar
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Not relevant to the Korn signatures, but here are some new geets from Ibby that may yield some interest in the future.
That orange!!!
Noisy Humbucker
Only obsesses over guitars when not playing them.
Not that there's a single thing wrong with the Gibraltar (now that they've dropped the shoulders), but I hope this doesn't spell the end of the tight-end bridge.
EDIT: Anybody else note the apparent lack of winding on that Prestige headstock? Could it be...locking tuners!?
EDIT: Anybody else note the apparent lack of winding on that Prestige headstock? Could it be...locking tuners!?
Pretty much no one bought RGAs, which is why theyve been discontinued over the years. The RG and RGD is more popular and thus why you'll see plenty of new ones of those this year. If theres a model you like that is discontinued, and not replaced with a similar one, thats the reason. The buying public prefers the RG and RGD.
Bigredjm15
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That's too bad really about the RGA, it's definetly a nice looking and playing guitar but yeah I gravitate towards the RG and RGD body style mostly
Just a heads up for people: 2 of those guitars this fellow posted are not part of the 2014 lineup. Not in North America anyways. Just dont want people to get their hopes up due to random leaked photos. However there are a billion new 7s and 8s (and more) coming out with lots of new interesting finishes. People should be happy.
jwade
Doooooooooom
NOPE
