Recommend me a used Prestige

[NorCal_Val]

IF you can find one, the K7 had a bit chunkier neck than my other Ibanez 7s.(Universe, RG1527, RG752m)

 

[Xiphos804]

Try the Ibanez AZ24027. Absolute unit of a guitar.

 

[Metal Mortician]

Honestly, the S Series have always had more of a rounded C shape to the back of the necks compared to the flat D/U shapes of the RGs.

Hard to recommend anything without a test drive because, for me, the neck shape and fretboard width/radius have always sold me on a guitar. Find the measurements of what you do like, the you can extrapolate from dimensions given on wikis and manufacture sites.

You may have to venture beyond Ibanez to find that. Thankfully, almost every manufacturer makes a 7 that may be worth trying. The next go-to brands tend to be ESP/LTD and Schecter. From that, maybe more botique.

It’s a 50/50 flip if you buy new with a return policy, or used and maintain resale value without depreciation.

 

[sirbuh]

IF you can find one, the K7 had a bit chunkier neck than my other Ibanez 7s.(Universe, RG1527, RG752m)

almost made looking at the k7 inlay bearable

 

[Grindspine]

Yes, I would recommend a used Prestige!

The RGD2127z is hard to beat; they pop up used fairly often. The 26.5" neck is nearing baritone length, but still comfortable for most players who are used to a 25.5". The Edge Zero II trem is comfortable, has adjustable arm tension, a built-in intonation tool, and a thumbwheel on the back for spring tension/balance. The bevels are nice looking and comfortable. The only warning is that a lot of people lose the top of the collet knob because they don't understand the way the volume knob is assembled.

 

[SamSam]

I do enjoy my RGD2127 very much, it has the Edge Zero (not the 2 fyi).

The neck isn't as thin as the 00s models but it's still shreddy.

 

[Stiman]

Is that the guy in Ottawa selling an RG752 for $5k because it's the "rare Axe Palace edition"? Good news! He's put some of them on sale!

I about had a heart attack reading this because I have an RG752 for sale in Ottawa lol.

Butt yeah, I know the guy you're talking about. I can't imagine makes any sales with his sky high prices. This market is slow already...

 

[odibrom]

I about had a heart attack reading this because I have an RG752 for sale in Ottawa lol.

Butt yeah, I know the guy you're talking about. I can't imagine makes any sales with his sky high prices. This market is slow already...

It's one more situation of a fellow who has to put his guitars for sale because of his ladyboss, but doesn't want to sell them...

... but the craziest high priced guitar is an Ibanez GIO going for 9K in ebay... just saw that recently...

 

[M3CHK1LLA]

 

[Crungy]

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[Grindspine]

I do enjoy my RGD2127 very much, it has the Edge Zero (not the 2 fyi).

The neck isn't as thin as the 00s models but it's still shreddy.

Right you are! Yeah, the RGD2127 has the Edge Zero. The Zero II was the cheaper one without the built-in intonation tool.

 

[Jon Pearson]

I think the old RG7620/7420 all maple necks are thicker than later RGs, by a couple millimeters. Mine feels thicker than my 7421 with the walnut strip, or my 2027XL.

 

[Crungy]

I think the old RG7620/7420 all maple necks are thicker than later RGs, by a couple millimeters. Mine feels thicker than my 7421 with the walnut strip, or my 2027XL.

I would agree with that, same with the mid to late 2000's 7321's I've had. It's not a gigantic difference but it's noticeable.

The newer/later 7421's I've played feel even thicker to me, not a bad thing at all.

The only thicker neck I didn't care for was the RGD7421. I think it was more of the profile than the thickness, like it was too D shaped or something for my tastes.

 

[nightsprinter]

I think it was more of the profile than the thickness, like it was too D shaped or something for my tastes.

"double thick neck" is the descriptor you're looking for

 

[M3CHK1LLA]

"double thick neck" is the descriptor you're looking for

 

[S4M4R1N]

Pretty much any J.Custom RG7, if you're not too picky as far as color and top quality you can find "used Prestige-esque" deals.

There's the AX7521, but on top of being on the rarer side you'll also have to sift through literally 68,975,889,658 AX7221 ads to find one.

That's a pretty cool recommendation. AX has a very distinct alt-00's vibe to it. However, need to keep in mind that it's 22 fret, 24,75" scale and has a bit of neck dive - if that's of any concern.

Well, this has got to be the most SSO-compatible thread I've ever made.

The thing is this; I used to have an Ibanez 1527. Loved the feel of it but my thumb always got sore behind the neck. It was too slim. Same happened with an RGD-2127.
Would there be an Ibanez 7-string you would recommend with a different, a bit fatter neck profile?

I really wanted to love both of those Ibanezes I owned, but the neck shape just wasn't for me.

Thanks for all advice and input!

That said, I cannot recommend enough Vola OZ7 guitars. Have thicker neck and way better build quality. Ask Catpick Studios guy for reference in Finland.

Another thing that comes to mind, if you're absolutely chasing "Prestige" stamp, is AZ7 Prestige guitars. These got thicker C necks.

 

[Jon Pearson]

That's a pretty cool recommendation. AX has a very distinct alt-00's vibe to it. However, need to keep in mind that it's 22 fret, 24,75" scale and has a bit of neck dive - if that's of any concern.


That said, I cannot recommend enough Vola OZ7 guitars. Have thicker neck and way better build quality. Ask Catpick Studios guy for reference in Finland.

Another thing that comes to mind, if you're absolutely chasing "Prestige" stamp, is AZ7 Prestige guitars. These got thicker C necks.

Vola is a good call. If the RG/RGD shape is super important, the OZ does feel quite a bit different to me (not in a bad way, just different), but it's a similar concept with a chunky neck. Love mine OZ, it's my all-rounder guitar.