Dude thanks so much! That means a lot coming from you my dude. Would love to collab someday. I know we had plans but you know…life lol

@@nikaxeguitar for sure. Are you free next week?

​@@nikaxeguitar my ibanez btb bass cost me 2350 dollar when it was new soo yeah that was more expensive than the prestige back then before the dollar dropped

I had the opposite. My prestige had a huge neck joint Gap while my premium did not ! Lol

Plus the hard case versus the premium bag

Hey Jacey. Thanks for stopping by! I agree with you. I’m really interested in the Ibanez Genesis Rg565 (I think that’s the model #). That seems like a screaming deal!

There are differences though. The Genesis for example do not receive the fret end dressing treatment because they are maple. No maple Prestiges received this treatment either. Only non maple Prestige guitars receive and its done by a machine, not by hand. Ironically, the Genesis DX which has non maple fretboard does receive this treatment which is why is a bit more expensive than Genesis maple. I think the Prestiges come with titanium trussrod, may be wrong. They come with nicer colors, nicer maple woods, etc. They come with the case and Dimarzio pups. I personally dont like the look of any of the Prestige. Boring colors. The Jem 30th Anniversary is the only maple that receives fret end treatment by machine. Only the Jem premium and J custom receive manual fret end treatment. Jem Premiums do because labor is cheaper in Indonesia. J customs are the best Ibanez produces from Japan. Though a Genesis is good, unless you do your own fret end dressing and replace pickups which I did both on mine, wont be like a Prestige. Once you do that is basically like RG655 Prestige that was discontinued before. The heart of RG550 lived through these models throughout the years before it was reissued. RG550 is true to the original, as such it was not added to the Prestige line. The RG565 came out last year which I bought too for $850 new, but its been discontinued already lol they kept the rg550 genesis but who knows how long is possible this is the last year for it. Its always out of stock everywhere. I think theyll come out with a different line similar to Genesis that will be around $1000

@@naegleriafowleri2230 Some valid points for sure. To my fortune, I picked up my Genesis as a second owner. The original owner had the fretboard gone over by a luthier( fret dress, level check, high polish etc.) He also had the pickups swapped out for DiMarzios. It also came in a form fit Ibanez hardshell case along with all the factory docs and accessories. The price I got it for barely reflected any of the additional service or parts that it came with. Couldn't pass it up. It's mint and some of the shortcomings you mentioned have already been dealt with. Thanks for sharing the info, appreciate it)

@@nikaxeguitar No doubt! Yeah the 565s are sick for sure. Hard to come by from my bit of research though. Thanks for the content. Keep the vids coming)

Josh. This is awesome insight. Thanks for the comment. I love a good HSS with EMG’s. Very unique and cool looking!

That's exactly what has happened. I got the Prestige before that. COVID crisis probably has to do with it.

Back in the day you could get a prestige for $1200 with everything included

@@naegleriafowleri2230 i paid 1500 AUD for my prestige. Its nearly 3000 aud now. 5 years with 100% inflation is bizarre!

Hey man! Thanks! Spread the word my man. I appreciate the support!

Dude this is awesome!! I’d love to see it. What color?

I had a js2000. Was stolen somewhere somehow. The edge lo pro is what I liked the most about it. Those bridges really do just work better a step above literally anything else including hipshots kiesel trems original floyd rose and certainly better than any licensed floyds. The edge lo pro is what has kept me playi g ibanez forever. Even though I wish ibanez would make a shorter scale like a 24.75 like kiesel and gibson makes. Which makes shredding easier in a lot of ways. Enjoy your js. I miss mine so very very much.

Hey mike! I’ve heard these are great!

Well what's the update I'm confused between rg 1221pb and genesis .. I play heavy , little funk and looking for warm tones .. which one would suggest

Absolutely dude!

This is awesome insight Brandon. Thanks so much. Yeah the Genesis is hard to beat dude

Absolutely!! Anytime

I agree with this 💯. That 5320 sounds awesome Saad.

my premium came with a case, but it's pretty rare. where i bought mine from, they had it in a case.

I just tested a RG 652 Prestige and a RGT1220 and the RGT sounded way better in my ears and the fret board was like build for my hands. But I’m now not sure which one to grab since they have the same price and one is prestige and the other not hmmm

Hey Darren. That’s amazing! I’d love to see it

Trevor, I’m going to say no. But that’s just an assumption, I’ll have to look into it.

@@nikaxeguitar Thanks because i did try some old Premium models recently and i felt the necks as compared to the Prestige were thicker in comparison.I have no idea about the new line of guitars from the Premium model series as shown in this video.

Ibanez RG5320C Prestige has stainless steel frets.

@basandi4017 according to ibanez they are not

You're rgt1120pb make it in yet? I'm thinking about one but it's looking like it won't ship until August.

Dude awesome!!! Thanks for stopping by!

@@nikaxeguitar thank you for posting!! Premium guitars are the best imho bc of the price/quality

Ricky, thanks for stopping by! Yeah I agree. I feel like its a hidden gem…at least for the price.

buying that 550 Gen was my second best decision in my life after marrying my wife ( she don't see this, lol)

Tried out an Indonesian made RGD because i got it for basically half the price, send it back because i wasn't happy. Then got the RG550, probably the most bang for your buck you will get on the guitar market right now. I'm never buying a guitar out of these poor countries aigan.

I’m glad!! Thanks for stopping by!

You will need a better guitar in the future. As a gio will really only get you so far before you realize how hard it is to play in comparison to japanese prestige models. I wouldnt be able to do jack on a gio tbh. I suggest to you firstly an S prestige as it is very light and easy to handle,use,play. Just set up the action low like 1.5mm from the frets. Secondly id suggest a prestige JS. Joe satrianis prestige it is what I learned on mostly. Some pros and cons and its a lot more $ but you cant go wrong with a prestige JS made in japan. Lastly id suggest really any of the prestige RG with an edge Lo pro. If you go to ibanez website check out any of these models are sick af a little heavier and bulky and not my favorite body but the necks should all be very stable and buttery smooth and quick. Rg5320. Rg652a. I prefer ebony fretboard as i just play faster and cleaner on ebony. Its super hard and flat makes it nice to slam those hammerons and pulloffs with ease. But the white fretboards(maple) may be the superior for a sicker sounding vibrato and easier bends with more control as its for sure the more slippery and slick fretboard. So thats why for me i cant play as accurate and fast on it but i do like the huge pinch harmonic vrbratos that come out of it. Also sounds a bit more punchy or crispy imo. Rosewood is kinda meh middle of the road imo but it does both bending/control/vibrato and speed playing fairly well but not as fast/accurate as ebony and not as good bends vibrato as maple. Avoid those fishman fluence pickups at all cost unless all you want to do is rhythem djent as they are not as forgiving as many pickups youd want for lead playing. I always suggest people trying to learn guitar, to do it on a prestige or a superior neck. People who try to learn on shitter guitars, develope very rigid and stiff shitty playing because the quality and ease of playing ability just isnt there. You can watch professionals and even monsters like yngwie and marshal harrison absolutely suck on a cheaply built lower quality guitars. This information you will never find on forums or youtube comments or videos but it is accurate intel I have figured out on my own. A lot of misinfo to be aware of in the guitar community. Gl.

@@monitorlizard9971 I think that's some really good advice because as much as I like the gio being cheap and better than a lot of other entry guitars, I've seen just how crazy better quality a prestige is and saving for a better guitar is a better idea, and that's just what I'm doing.

Good insight. Thanks Muhammad

@@nikaxeguitar ur welcome

Hey Shane. Thanks for stopping by. Thanks for sharing. Looks like you have a few awesome axe’s in your arsenal!

Hey Rent. I didn’t know that about the neck profiles. That’s good to know. I totally agree with you on the genesis. I love mine. The Edge is truly something special. I like it a little bit more than some of the Floyd’s I have. Thanks for stopping in my dude!

They are named the same nitro wizard 3 5 idk all the necks but I have a hard time believing that a neck with the same,name,just like a pick up with the same name,blah blah cut frim,a,cnc machine is,going,to,produce a different neck profile

@@JethroBoDean They are not the same necks. Wizard III (Premium) is a different neck profile than Super Wizard (Prestige). They often even have a different fretboard radius: Wizard III: *400mmR* Super Wizard: *430mmR* The Super Wizard neck is thinner compared to the Wizard III. Super Wizard thickness at the 12th fret: *19mm* Wizard 3 thickness at the 12th fret: *21mm*

@@lokarrsboots9337 yes those are different necks,with different names thats not what I said I said the same,neck with the same,name,is,not,going,to,differ being cut,from,a cnc machine and not,all,prestige necks,are as you stated I dont think,there are any prestige with wizard 3 necks but there are with nitro and what is it 5 anyway there are a few necks some,prestige and premiums share

@@lokarrsboots9337 I won't argue with you that the prestige line is a better instrument all around but a premium is going to be on the high end of as good of a guitar you need to use in any setting anything more is just a if you got it and you want it get it the apointments in the premium modles are all there and very high quality

People can't understand until they feel a Team J Craft in person. It's a different level. I hope you're enjoying your day, Friend. Wealth and Happiness to you and yours.

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@@nikaxeguitar This Premium is Awesome. Yes is better than the Genesis. It is a Ibanez RG6PKAG.

Thanks for this insight César. That makes a lot of sense.

Oh but it is my friend. It is. Unless you own a Prestige, you may never understand. I saved up for one and I assure you. It's the kind of instrument that is crafted with the utmost care and a lifetime joy to own and play.

It’s not just about the specs or the finish. The craftsmanship and qc on my prestige is unreal, the neck feels perfect in my hands and my fingers just glide up and down it effortlessly. It’s difficult to describe but it just feels damn near flawless and didn’t even require a setup, it was ready to go out of the box.

I apologize. I think I was trying to convey that a feature is that SOME prestige’s come with the fishmans. Good catch!

@@nikaxeguitar no problem dude, I'm just bumbling, you're doing the hard work here :D

Busted. You got me 😂

But I appreciate the comparison. It’s actually a compliment

Good content i just notice you two have simular voices.

This is a great point Satish. It’s a slipper slope when companies do this.

@@nikaxeguitar Yes exactly! Companies like Schecter have my respect as all their products are imports and their USA custom shop is affordable and isn't left to be desired. They don't discriminate in what they build like Ibanez and Esp. Love your page. Im a subscriber.

lol

Oh wow I didn’t know that. Thanks dude

Premium models also come with Edge terms, same as Prestige. I don't have any experience with Iron Label or Axion series. But have not have any tuning issues with Premium or Prestiges.

@@saadshah7857 depends on the edge trem lol

So much bullshit happening with Dean lol

@@nikaxeguitar I’m going to pick one up this weekend just to have one on deck.

@@Hiro.the.God. Not a bad Idea. Might increase in value aver the next couple of years. You never know.

Thanks for the Jeff! Appreciate it.

That I didn’t know!! Awesome insight my man

Both have stainless steel

I agree with the japan made ones. Thanks John!

Attention to detail is higher in Japan and this is well known everywhere it also carries a “prestige” factor to get something made in Japan, USA, etc which is why many prefer that.

@@naegleriafowleri2230 Yeah I understand that. However a computer cutting machine has an even higher level of detail no matter where the human was born. Its all I was saying. At the end of assembly and inspection of the parts is where people who get a living wage make a difference, but I'm not sure how much of a difference that makes when a robot cut out the laser precision to begin with. Everything is subjective at the end.

@@robashley2860 prestige’s aren’t just run through a cnc though, there’s a lot more work by hand done to them, especially the necks. Also the quality of wood and other materials are hand selected and held to a higher standard as well. Premiums are mostly good but I’ve personally seen a few that had issues with tuning stability/finish issues that slipped by QC whereas I’ve never seen/heard of a prestige having any issues like that.

@@johnroy7781 while I agree with some of what you say they do hand pick the woods that get used but also agree with the other guy it is cut from a laser precision cnc machine which will not differ from,country to country and there is a bit more hand work well finish work done in jaoan on the other hand the Indonesian workers are quite skilled and at times get just as good as Japan

I like the insight my friend. Thanks for stopping by.