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supafly · 11-26-2003, 03:24 PM

I tried played playing an electric guitar at of friend of mine. This got me verry enthusiastic. I would like to get a electirc guitar mysels and this friend advised me to get the Ibanez - GRX 7-20. Did anyone of you play this guitar and is it good to start with?

ShadowWraith · 11-26-2003, 06:34 PM

Ibanez's are usually known for being metal guitars so if thats what you're into go for it. If not, u can get the les paul ripoff 2500 series from www.rondomusic.com. someone else on here bought one and liked it and it was only $300 so check that out, it should be good for most styles. Another good cheapy is the Godin SD which is ($350 CAD) which is more of a mellow rock/blues guitar.

supafly · 11-27-2003, 01:30 AM

I'am into metal so Ibanez is a good choise than. Thanks for the advice.

vonstalhein · 11-27-2003, 01:51 PM

Ibanez, whilst generally geared towards metul, are by no means lacking in versatility. I have an RG prestige (and although the RG stands for rock guitar) the generous guitar and H-S-H arrangment means its perfect for warm blues, twangy jazz, even deep bass classical arpeggio styles, with the wide fretboard. it's a joy to look at, to play, and the maple fretboard lends the instrument a unique aesthetic. Customary quality finish and smooth low action means it's perfect for shredding too, and the floyd-rose guarantees tuning stability and integrity.

supafly · 11-28-2003, 05:16 AM

I went to a guitar store yesterday and tried out some models. I think i fell in love with the Fender Bullet. Becouse it has a more versitile sound and a thinner fretboard wich is handy when you have small hands like me.

vonstalhein · 11-28-2003, 05:42 AM

Ibanez's all the waaay for me. All i can say is if Satch, Vai and Johnson use 'em then they're good enough for me.

ShadowWraith · 11-28-2003, 07:39 AM

Schecter makes very good versatile/metal guitars as well...

vonstalhein · 11-28-2003, 02:36 PM

I've never played on to be honest. What do you believe the best guitar should be though, in terms of criteria?

ShadowWraith · 11-28-2003, 03:39 PM

It really depends on how much you're willing to spend. If you're willing to shell out a bit more for something you're gonna keep around for awhile go for a schecter (www.schecterguitars.com). They're really good all around and look really nice. But if you just want something to play around with by all means get the fender or the Ibanez. I suggest you get a 6-string tho because 7-string is a bit tricky to start out with.

vonstalhein · 11-29-2003, 03:21 AM

I'm slightly dubious about your comment that ibanez's are just for playing around with, but one day i'll buy a schec' and make a fair comparison.
In answer to my own question, versatility, durability, integrity and quality. Thats pretty idealistic i know, and pretty obvious, but what do you look specifically for in your guitar? If i had to pick one, it'd be ease of shredding.

supafly · 11-29-2003, 08:38 AM

My budget for the guitar is about 200 euro. It's my first guitar so i won't get an expensive one right away. I first would like to expiriment with styles and technices.

ShadowWraith · 11-29-2003, 10:40 AM

vonstalhein, i didn't mean ibanez's in general, just the lower end models. But as you said, its all a matter of preference. I personally prefer the schecter because of its style and tone capabilities. I don't do that much shredding but a metalhead buddy of mine drools all over it whenever he comes over. As for criteria, mine are basically the same as yours, but i think the most important thing is tone because shredding sounds like ass on guitars with crappy tone.

vonstalhein · 11-30-2003, 09:15 AM

Hehe, i agree Wraith. I checked the schecter site, and they do look p r e t t y snazz! As for 200 euros, i don't know how much that is since i live in England (in terms of pounds) but a squire strat would probably fit your bracket Supafly, they're durable and a brilliant starter guitar. A yamaha would probably equally suit your low end tone experiment needs.

ShadowWraith · 12-01-2003, 09:21 AM

Those pictures got nothin on the real thing ;p I'm almost afraid to play my black cherry c-1 half the time in case i scratch it. Supafly: check out pawnshops and traders stores too, sometimes you can get an amazing deal

supafly · 12-03-2003, 04:01 AM

Well I finaly got one! It's a Squier (by Fender) Afinnity Fat Strat it's a limited edition with black metallic paint a glitters. I got it for 170 euro.
Thank you guys fot your advice.

Check out the pics:
http://www.xs4all.nl/~gschep/Im000444.jpg

http://www.xs4all.nl/~gschep/Im000449.jpg

vonstalhein · 12-03-2003, 06:19 AM

interesting pickup arrangement, should make for some phat rhythm. The squire should last you a loooong time. i've had mine for three years, but i lost the top e machine head and have just sent it off for fixing...

Other than that, it's been fantastic,hope yours is too, enjoy it.

11-26-2003, 03:24 PM	#1 (permalink)
supafly Psycho Location: Rotterdam	Ibanez - GRX 7-20 I tried played playing an electric guitar at of friend of mine. This got me verry enthusiastic. I would like to get a electirc guitar mysels and this friend advised me to get the Ibanez - GRX 7-20. Did anyone of you play this guitar and is it good to start with?

11-27-2003, 01:30 AM	#3 (permalink)
supafly Psycho Location: Rotterdam	I'am into metal so Ibanez is a good choise than. Thanks for the advice. __________________ Thumbs up

11-27-2003, 01:51 PM	#4 (permalink)
vonstalhein Insane Location: Where You Live.	Ibanez, whilst generally geared towards metul, are by no means lacking in versatility. I have an RG prestige (and although the RG stands for rock guitar) the generous guitar and H-S-H arrangment means its perfect for warm blues, twangy jazz, even deep bass classical arpeggio styles, with the wide fretboard. it's a joy to look at, to play, and the maple fretboard lends the instrument a unique aesthetic. Customary quality finish and smooth low action means it's perfect for shredding too, and the floyd-rose guarantees tuning stability and integrity. __________________ No Win No Fee

11-28-2003, 05:16 AM	#5 (permalink)
supafly Psycho Location: Rotterdam	I went to a guitar store yesterday and tried out some models. I think i fell in love with the Fender Bullet. Becouse it has a more versitile sound and a thinner fretboard wich is handy when you have small hands like me. __________________ Thumbs up

11-28-2003, 05:42 AM	#6 (permalink)
vonstalhein Insane Location: Where You Live.	Ibanez's all the waaay for me. All i can say is if Satch, Vai and Johnson use 'em then they're good enough for me. __________________ No Win No Fee

11-26-2003, 06:34 PM	#2 (permalink)
ShadowWraith Crazy	Ibanez's are usually known for being metal guitars so if thats what you're into go for it. If not, u can get the les paul ripoff 2500 series from www.rondomusic.com. someone else on here bought one and liked it and it was only $300 so check that out, it should be good for most styles. Another good cheapy is the Godin SD which is ($350 CAD) which is more of a mellow rock/blues guitar.

11-28-2003, 07:39 AM	#7 (permalink)
ShadowWraith Crazy	Schecter makes very good versatile/metal guitars as well...

11-28-2003, 02:36 PM	#8 (permalink)
vonstalhein Insane Location: Where You Live.	I've never played on to be honest. What do you believe the best guitar should be though, in terms of criteria? __________________ No Win No Fee

11-28-2003, 03:39 PM	#9 (permalink)
ShadowWraith Crazy	It really depends on how much you're willing to spend. If you're willing to shell out a bit more for something you're gonna keep around for awhile go for a schecter (www.schecterguitars.com). They're really good all around and look really nice. But if you just want something to play around with by all means get the fender or the Ibanez. I suggest you get a 6-string tho because 7-string is a bit tricky to start out with.

11-29-2003, 03:21 AM	#10 (permalink)
vonstalhein Insane Location: Where You Live.	I'm slightly dubious about your comment that ibanez's are just for playing around with, but one day i'll buy a schec' and make a fair comparison. In answer to my own question, versatility, durability, integrity and quality. Thats pretty idealistic i know, and pretty obvious, but what do you look specifically for in your guitar? If i had to pick one, it'd be ease of shredding. __________________ No Win No Fee

11-29-2003, 08:38 AM	#11 (permalink)
supafly Psycho Location: Rotterdam	My budget for the guitar is about 200 euro. It's my first guitar so i won't get an expensive one right away. I first would like to expiriment with styles and technices. __________________ Thumbs up

11-29-2003, 10:40 AM	#12 (permalink)
ShadowWraith Crazy	vonstalhein, i didn't mean ibanez's in general, just the lower end models. But as you said, its all a matter of preference. I personally prefer the schecter because of its style and tone capabilities. I don't do that much shredding but a metalhead buddy of mine drools all over it whenever he comes over. As for criteria, mine are basically the same as yours, but i think the most important thing is tone because shredding sounds like ass on guitars with crappy tone.

11-30-2003, 09:15 AM	#13 (permalink)
vonstalhein Insane Location: Where You Live.	Hehe, i agree Wraith. I checked the schecter site, and they do look p r e t t y snazz! As for 200 euros, i don't know how much that is since i live in England (in terms of pounds) but a squire strat would probably fit your bracket Supafly, they're durable and a brilliant starter guitar. A yamaha would probably equally suit your low end tone experiment needs. __________________ No Win No Fee

12-01-2003, 09:21 AM	#14 (permalink)
ShadowWraith Crazy	Those pictures got nothin on the real thing ;p I'm almost afraid to play my black cherry c-1 half the time in case i scratch it. Supafly: check out pawnshops and traders stores too, sometimes you can get an amazing deal

12-03-2003, 04:01 AM	#15 (permalink)
supafly Psycho Location: Rotterdam	Well I finaly got one! It's a Squier (by Fender) Afinnity Fat Strat it's a limited edition with black metallic paint a glitters. I got it for 170 euro. Thank you guys fot your advice. Check out the pics: http://www.xs4all.nl/~gschep/Im000444.jpg http://www.xs4all.nl/~gschep/Im000449.jpg __________________ Thumbs up

12-03-2003, 06:19 AM	#16 (permalink)
vonstalhein Insane Location: Where You Live.	interesting pickup arrangement, should make for some phat rhythm. The squire should last you a loooong time. i've had mine for three years, but i lost the top e machine head and have just sent it off for fixing... Other than that, it's been fantastic,hope yours is too, enjoy it. __________________ No Win No Fee