Ibanez RGT42FX Review

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RGT42FXDR

Deep Red

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Overall Rating 2.13

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Features 2.57

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Quality 1.29

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Reliability / Value 2.6

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  • Number of Frets: 24  
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  • Bridge: Fixed  
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  • Hardware: Chrome  
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  • Fret Size: Jumbo  
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  • Number of Pickups: 2  
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  • Pickup Switch Type: 3-Position Blade  
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A bit more features for the price asked is what most musicians would like to see from Ibanez's RGT42FX. Whether it's the quality of craftsmanship, or the price, musicians don't seem to like what Ibanez offered with RGT42FX.

Some say that the average is golden, and maybe that is true for Ibanez's RGT42FX as well. There are musicians who would like to see more features on RGT42FX, but Ibanez felt that RGT42FX provides enough features for a given price and the market that Ibanez aims for. Perhaps there are better equipped guitars then this one, but RGT42FX will deliver what it's built for.

Though it could be better, action of Ibanez's RGT42FX is not that bad at all. It may go out of tune when mistreated, but it's easily tuned back in no time. You won't be let down while playing RGT42FX's neck. Guitar does feel a bit cheaper, but it will last you a long time, if you handle it with care that each instrument should be getting anyhow.

Some might say that Ibanez didn't go all the way in providing a reliable and durable instrument, but RGT42FX isn't that bad. It will serve you well most of times, though you should be wary and have backups in situations where you feel RGT42FX might let you down, such as gigs and studio sessions.