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"Awsome! Glad I got the GAX!"
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Feature:The Ibanez GAX30 has features which are normally found on much higher priced guitars.
Quality:
The Ibanez GAX30 is a very well made guitar with a finish which is normally found on much higher priced guitars. The bridge is well made and easily adjusted. The fretboard is easily played all the way up past the octive fret. This is a high quality guitar for the price!
Value:
The Ibanez GAX30 is a guitar that even my dad wishes he had when he was a kid. The value is tremendous. There is much more guitar than is expected for the low low price!
Desirability:
The Ibanez GAX30 is well made and has an awsome appearance. It looks something like what a biker would want and it is easy to handle to.
Sound:
The Ibanez GAX30 is an awsome sounding guitar. It is great for any type of rock. The sustain is incredible and it is very easy to play.
Support:
We received the Ibanez GAX30 in just 2-days, and from Jersey to Hawaii that was great!
Overall:
The Ibanez GAX30 is an overall awsome guitar!
"Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap"
Feature:
No frills, simple electronics in the Gibson mould. The wood used is of a good quality, especially in the fretboard, and although the pickups might be a little underpowered, they do the job well. The one issue I have is with the tuners- they a little flimsy and aren't particularly stable, and chances are these'll be the first thing to go as the guitar gets on a bit. One tone pot and one volume controlling two humbuckers doesn't give a lot of options, but what's here does its job.
Quality:
Aside from the aforementioned tuners this guitar is pretty much unfaultable on quality. The finish is even and well-applied, the wiring is of a high standard and even the screws and fittings seem to be of a good quality. I've played three of these guitars, including my own, and the standard of all three has been identical. As regards quality control Ibanez have done brilliantly here. And it can take a bit of a kicking. At least mine has, with no problems other than a knob falling off, which seems to happen to all my instruments. It might be a bit naff, but I really like the truss rod cover on these guitars. It's screwed on to the top of the neck and has a little folding plate that provides both security and ease of access, and this level of attention to the little things is what makes this guitar stand out in its field.
Value:
Compared to the competition? No contest. If you have about £120 to spend on a guitar, you're doing yourself a great disservice if you don't give this a look. And if my experience of Ibanez's quality control is to be believed, any example you play should be damn near the same as the one you buy. Which you will.
Desirability:
Aside from the weird thing I have for the truss rod cover, I actually prefer the look of the thing to most other guitar shapes, certainly most of the budget ones, which tend to slightly mangled, sharper versions of the classics. The same charge could be levelled here, but I think the combination of SG and Les Paul traits have been melded well. The whole package strikes me as tasteful in a 'less is more' kind of way. And if you hear one of these played well, with a good setup, you'll want it even more.
Sound:
Extremely good pickups for the money. When played clean the the neck pickup on its own sound can be a little muddy, but there's an unexpectedly nice jangle from the bridge pickup, and it sings with a mix of both humbuckers. There's some nice bluesy honk possible if you raise the gain a bit, and when you pile it on you can get some convincing metal and heavy rock tones. Generally I use it with a lot of gain and pickups, can give you everything from an abrasive growl to singing leads. Basically anything an SG can do, this'll have an admirable crack at. Versatile, and belies its price.
Ease of Use:
This guitar works well. It's lightweight thanks to its basswood body, has a well-worked neck that fits the hand nicely It's very difficult to put down once you pick it up, and in terms of tone and playability it can easily sit with far more expensive guitars. The setup was near-perfect straight out of the box, the electronics and wiring showed good attention to detail, and after a minor setup it played at least as well as any budget guitar I've used. It might take a little work getting the tone you want from the spartan electronics, but you'll enjoy experimenting, and you'll love it when you've got it.
Support:
No issues so far, so I haven't had any experience with this.
Overall:
I'm a bass player primarily, and I've been playing my GAX30 in a couple of bands for the last two years. And the fact that I haven't broken it yet is testament in itself. I'm considering a replacement at the moment, but it looks like I'm going to need to spend a whole lot more than the £100 I paid for this to get anything comparable. This guitar knows what it is: a cheap, simple instrument for beginners and players who either want to add something different to their tonal palette without breaking the bank, or people who want a backup for something more expensive. If you're in any of these categories, this requires serious attention.
No frills, simple electronics in the Gibson mould. The wood used is of a good quality, especially in the fretboard, and although the pickups might be a little underpowered, they do the job well. The one issue I have is with the tuners- they a little flimsy and aren't particularly stable, and chances are these'll be the first thing to go as the guitar gets on a bit. One tone pot and one volume controlling two humbuckers doesn't give a lot of options, but what's here does its job.
Quality:
Aside from the aforementioned tuners this guitar is pretty much unfaultable on quality. The finish is even and well-applied, the wiring is of a high standard and even the screws and fittings seem to be of a good quality. I've played three of these guitars, including my own, and the standard of all three has been identical. As regards quality control Ibanez have done brilliantly here. And it can take a bit of a kicking. At least mine has, with no problems other than a knob falling off, which seems to happen to all my instruments. It might be a bit naff, but I really like the truss rod cover on these guitars. It's screwed on to the top of the neck and has a little folding plate that provides both security and ease of access, and this level of attention to the little things is what makes this guitar stand out in its field.
Value:
Compared to the competition? No contest. If you have about £120 to spend on a guitar, you're doing yourself a great disservice if you don't give this a look. And if my experience of Ibanez's quality control is to be believed, any example you play should be damn near the same as the one you buy. Which you will.
Desirability:
Aside from the weird thing I have for the truss rod cover, I actually prefer the look of the thing to most other guitar shapes, certainly most of the budget ones, which tend to slightly mangled, sharper versions of the classics. The same charge could be levelled here, but I think the combination of SG and Les Paul traits have been melded well. The whole package strikes me as tasteful in a 'less is more' kind of way. And if you hear one of these played well, with a good setup, you'll want it even more.
Sound:
Extremely good pickups for the money. When played clean the the neck pickup on its own sound can be a little muddy, but there's an unexpectedly nice jangle from the bridge pickup, and it sings with a mix of both humbuckers. There's some nice bluesy honk possible if you raise the gain a bit, and when you pile it on you can get some convincing metal and heavy rock tones. Generally I use it with a lot of gain and pickups, can give you everything from an abrasive growl to singing leads. Basically anything an SG can do, this'll have an admirable crack at. Versatile, and belies its price.
Ease of Use:
This guitar works well. It's lightweight thanks to its basswood body, has a well-worked neck that fits the hand nicely It's very difficult to put down once you pick it up, and in terms of tone and playability it can easily sit with far more expensive guitars. The setup was near-perfect straight out of the box, the electronics and wiring showed good attention to detail, and after a minor setup it played at least as well as any budget guitar I've used. It might take a little work getting the tone you want from the spartan electronics, but you'll enjoy experimenting, and you'll love it when you've got it.
Support:
No issues so far, so I haven't had any experience with this.
Overall:
I'm a bass player primarily, and I've been playing my GAX30 in a couple of bands for the last two years. And the fact that I haven't broken it yet is testament in itself. I'm considering a replacement at the moment, but it looks like I'm going to need to spend a whole lot more than the £100 I paid for this to get anything comparable. This guitar knows what it is: a cheap, simple instrument for beginners and players who either want to add something different to their tonal palette without breaking the bank, or people who want a backup for something more expensive. If you're in any of these categories, this requires serious attention.
"good for beginners"
Feature:
it has a tone switch a volume knob and a tone knob which is good for a beginner but once you get better your gonna need more
Quality:
they did the best they could for the money and that was pretty good
Value:
definately worth the money
Desirability:
its not the sexiest guitar ever but it sure sounds good and has a sexy sound
Sound:
This guitar sounds pretty good, the tone switch dosent make much difference. thats about all that i dont like. i can play pink floyd, ac/dc, and greenday songs pretty good and thats all i really play so i like it
Ease of Use:
its really simple and easy to use
Support:
never had a problem so i dont need it
Overall:
Its the first guitar i have ever had and its the one that i still use. i've had it for about a year and a half and now im planning to move on to a more expensive guitar. it treated me really good and still does. once i get the money i plan on going to a pawn shop and looking for a good deal on a les paul, but still shes a good guitar
it has a tone switch a volume knob and a tone knob which is good for a beginner but once you get better your gonna need more
Quality:
they did the best they could for the money and that was pretty good
Value:
definately worth the money
Desirability:
its not the sexiest guitar ever but it sure sounds good and has a sexy sound
Sound:
This guitar sounds pretty good, the tone switch dosent make much difference. thats about all that i dont like. i can play pink floyd, ac/dc, and greenday songs pretty good and thats all i really play so i like it
Ease of Use:
its really simple and easy to use
Support:
never had a problem so i dont need it
Overall:
Its the first guitar i have ever had and its the one that i still use. i've had it for about a year and a half and now im planning to move on to a more expensive guitar. it treated me really good and still does. once i get the money i plan on going to a pawn shop and looking for a good deal on a les paul, but still shes a good guitar
"A good start to your rock and roll fantasy."
Feature:
The only issue that struck me with this guitar is how horrible the tuners are. They'll lock in pretty good at first but now precise tuning is a nightmare they slip and slide all over the place making detuning for a more metal sound take an hour. Eventually i'll probbley have to toss new tuners in it.
Quality:
Mine has never been dropped or anything of the sort but it goes back and forth to guitar club at school every wednesday with reletive ease in a soft case, and i've not noticed any real issues with it, and when it's not out and about I keep it on a regular stand, and keep the pickups clean it sounds great. The only bad thing again is the tuner quality.
Value:
Well i must say for the price it was good, i've not played many low end guitars but this one has a few minor flaws that really shouldn't get in the way of your purchase, i've been happy with it for a year, it even convinced me to stop playing bass guitar.
Desirability:
It's got a pretty fat body on it compared to other guitars giving it a sexy tone. That's what set it apart from some other guitars i jammed on in the shop that were low end. I purchased the red one beacuse it has a really cool see through finish and thin paintcoat.
Sound:
My impression of the sound could be off because i transitioned from playing a fender bass guitar, and never had enough money to purchase a guitar amp, although many people at various shops have told me it's not a big deal. All and all, I think it has pretty good kick for a low end guitar.
Ease of Use:
Well it doesn't get much easier then this guitar, the tone and volume knobs in obvious locations, and the pickup switch is easy enough to use but doesn't do a whole lot tone wise unless you really crank it. I use a multi-effect with it to get different sounds, and i enjoy it overall play-wise, My only real issue is the cord plug-in area isn't very convenient if you sit while playing often compared to other guitars.
Support:
I've never contacted them in the past year or more that i've had the guitar so it's not been an issue.
Overall:
Well this guitar is my secondary guitar that i leave in Drop C or D whatever, because i came to purchase a vintage Kramer Voyager in a local pawnshop which needs some work but is superior to this guitar in my opinion.
The only issue that struck me with this guitar is how horrible the tuners are. They'll lock in pretty good at first but now precise tuning is a nightmare they slip and slide all over the place making detuning for a more metal sound take an hour. Eventually i'll probbley have to toss new tuners in it.
Quality:
Mine has never been dropped or anything of the sort but it goes back and forth to guitar club at school every wednesday with reletive ease in a soft case, and i've not noticed any real issues with it, and when it's not out and about I keep it on a regular stand, and keep the pickups clean it sounds great. The only bad thing again is the tuner quality.
Value:
Well i must say for the price it was good, i've not played many low end guitars but this one has a few minor flaws that really shouldn't get in the way of your purchase, i've been happy with it for a year, it even convinced me to stop playing bass guitar.
Desirability:
It's got a pretty fat body on it compared to other guitars giving it a sexy tone. That's what set it apart from some other guitars i jammed on in the shop that were low end. I purchased the red one beacuse it has a really cool see through finish and thin paintcoat.
Sound:
My impression of the sound could be off because i transitioned from playing a fender bass guitar, and never had enough money to purchase a guitar amp, although many people at various shops have told me it's not a big deal. All and all, I think it has pretty good kick for a low end guitar.
Ease of Use:
Well it doesn't get much easier then this guitar, the tone and volume knobs in obvious locations, and the pickup switch is easy enough to use but doesn't do a whole lot tone wise unless you really crank it. I use a multi-effect with it to get different sounds, and i enjoy it overall play-wise, My only real issue is the cord plug-in area isn't very convenient if you sit while playing often compared to other guitars.
Support:
I've never contacted them in the past year or more that i've had the guitar so it's not been an issue.
Overall:
Well this guitar is my secondary guitar that i leave in Drop C or D whatever, because i came to purchase a vintage Kramer Voyager in a local pawnshop which needs some work but is superior to this guitar in my opinion.
"Great Guitar for Any Beginner!"
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Feature:this guitar doesn't really have features except for the pitch and pick up selector (but those don't really count, do they?) but the material is so light weight, which makes it very comfortable to play sitting or standing.
Quality:
this product is made very well, didn't pay for any shipping (which was awsome) and there is nothing wrong with it. very sturdy, you could probably through it at the wall a few times and it would be fine (i'm not ganna try it though...) and agina, it's so light!
Value:
this was an awsome deal. every other guitar either was good and too much, or sucked ass and affordable (like all things in life) but this guitar was right in my price range, and still had enough to get an amp.
Desirability:
when i saw this guitar, i really really wanted it, when i got it, it was as awsome as it looked online (i think its cuz the online one is polished and stuff) but it still looks really cool. and when i pick it up i want to just play for hourse, but the thing is, i don't sound like Eddy Van Halen.....yet.
Sound:
this is my first guitar and i love the sound of it. it's great for classic rock/metal. if you have own other guitars then i dont think you should buy this cuz it was built (i believe) fro beginners.
Support:
wouldn't know, havn't had any problems with this guitar, so i've never had to call them.
Overall:
Now, this is a great guitar, and i would recomended to any beginner who is SERIOUS about learning and playing the guitar. cuz if you're not serious and your mommy bought it for you so you would shut the hell up, then go buy a yamaha at walmart. OK, when i know alot more on guitars and want that edge and better sound, ofcourse i am going to buy a different guitar, maybe a BC Rich, but those are ALOT of money. if some one stole this guitar, i would hunt them down, beat the crap out of them with my guitar and take their money, and get a better guitar :)
"great guitar"
Feature:
tone and volume knobs are good, not loose
Quality:
perfect, great finish, no scratches, knobs are on tight, tuners aren't bad, (i replaced stock strings so no opinion)
Value:
great guitar for the price
Desirability:
the sg-like body style is appealing with the extra wide body that in my opinion is better than the sg
Sound:
great tone, good sustain
Ease of Use:
slim neck makes it easy to go through chords
Support:
never used
Overall:
i'll probably use this guitar for a long time, seems like it'll hold for a while
tone and volume knobs are good, not loose
Quality:
perfect, great finish, no scratches, knobs are on tight, tuners aren't bad, (i replaced stock strings so no opinion)
Value:
great guitar for the price
Desirability:
the sg-like body style is appealing with the extra wide body that in my opinion is better than the sg
Sound:
great tone, good sustain
Ease of Use:
slim neck makes it easy to go through chords
Support:
never used
Overall:
i'll probably use this guitar for a long time, seems like it'll hold for a while
"Buy it you will have no regrets."
Feature:
They give a great product.
Quality:
I got this guitar in perfect condition and it plays just as well as the day i got it.
Value:
Ibanez gives you the best guitar for your money.
Desirability:
This guitar screams sex everyone thinks i paid major bucks for it. Because of the look and sound.
Sound:
This guitar sounds just like a really expensive guitar but thats what you get from Ibanez.
Support:
Ibanez is the greatest and they really live up to their reputation.
Overall:
I think this guitar will last forever because Ibanez makes the best guitars for a beginner or the very best.
They give a great product.
Quality:
I got this guitar in perfect condition and it plays just as well as the day i got it.
Value:
Ibanez gives you the best guitar for your money.
Desirability:
This guitar screams sex everyone thinks i paid major bucks for it. Because of the look and sound.
Sound:
This guitar sounds just like a really expensive guitar but thats what you get from Ibanez.
Support:
Ibanez is the greatest and they really live up to their reputation.
Overall:
I think this guitar will last forever because Ibanez makes the best guitars for a beginner or the very best.
"Great sound...little price"
Feature:
Has a nice set of pickups witha a switch but have bad tuners.
Quality:
it will need new tuners after about 3 months of continuous playing but its like a tank ive had one for about 3 years and still in great condition
Value:
One of the best values ive seen ever.
Desirability:
dosent have the best look but when your playing it dosent matter
Sound:
This guitar has an awesome sound for the price nice switch. This is a perfect guitar for begginers.
Ease of Use:
the ease of use is okay im not a big fan of the bulky style but thats me and the headstock gets in the way.
Support:
never had to
Overall:
you should be satisfied for at least a year or so if it was stolen id buy something new for begginers it meets your goals. i would have to buy a bc rich if this was stolen. i would have wanted to know the price i bought for $200!! i like the pickups the sound and i dont like the body id say if you have your first guitar already buy this youll love it
Has a nice set of pickups witha a switch but have bad tuners.
Quality:
it will need new tuners after about 3 months of continuous playing but its like a tank ive had one for about 3 years and still in great condition
Value:
One of the best values ive seen ever.
Desirability:
dosent have the best look but when your playing it dosent matter
Sound:
This guitar has an awesome sound for the price nice switch. This is a perfect guitar for begginers.
Ease of Use:
the ease of use is okay im not a big fan of the bulky style but thats me and the headstock gets in the way.
Support:
never had to
Overall:
you should be satisfied for at least a year or so if it was stolen id buy something new for begginers it meets your goals. i would have to buy a bc rich if this was stolen. i would have wanted to know the price i bought for $200!! i like the pickups the sound and i dont like the body id say if you have your first guitar already buy this youll love it
"Sex on a Mahogany Stick"
Feature:
Amp is ordinary in the starter package....needs a Wammy bar apart from that it's a pretty basic guitar.
Quality:
Whilst everything is supposedly chrome it does have a cheapish look to it on close inspection. Tuning keys are plastic and potentially a weak point. The bridge is a bit ordinary could be better qulaity. Overall quality is pretty good. The Red is best look. Wouldn't take it on the road.
Value:
Great Value...seems better than any other low end brands like Squier.
Desirability:
Sex on a Mahogany stick
Sound:
It sounds pretty good, I would suggest getting an amp that is better than the Ibanez 10 amp practice one that the package came with (tends to have a lot of hum and buzz). Get some good strings and it improves the whole thing up a notch. Not bad with jazz but far better with rock.
Support:
So far no dealing with either the reatiler or manufacturer.
Overall:
This guitar will certainly do me for a while at least until my ability improves or my bank account becomes fat.
Amp is ordinary in the starter package....needs a Wammy bar apart from that it's a pretty basic guitar.
Quality:
Whilst everything is supposedly chrome it does have a cheapish look to it on close inspection. Tuning keys are plastic and potentially a weak point. The bridge is a bit ordinary could be better qulaity. Overall quality is pretty good. The Red is best look. Wouldn't take it on the road.
Value:
Great Value...seems better than any other low end brands like Squier.
Desirability:
Sex on a Mahogany stick
Sound:
It sounds pretty good, I would suggest getting an amp that is better than the Ibanez 10 amp practice one that the package came with (tends to have a lot of hum and buzz). Get some good strings and it improves the whole thing up a notch. Not bad with jazz but far better with rock.
Support:
So far no dealing with either the reatiler or manufacturer.
Overall:
This guitar will certainly do me for a while at least until my ability improves or my bank account becomes fat.
"A cool gutair with good sound"
Feature:
huh?
Quality:
ya its made good, ya i would use it on the road
Value:
ya its worth it but i wouldnt buy it if its over $200.00 it was $159 but i had a store credit so i got it for $106.00
Desirability:
ya this gutair is pretty cool lookin
Sound:
this gutair is sweet and the sound comes out just the way i like it.
Support:
i just got this gutair yesterday and it my first one ever, so no i dont need repairs
Overall:
I might find a cooler one in like 5-7 months.
huh?
Quality:
ya its made good, ya i would use it on the road
Value:
ya its worth it but i wouldnt buy it if its over $200.00 it was $159 but i had a store credit so i got it for $106.00
Desirability:
ya this gutair is pretty cool lookin
Sound:
this gutair is sweet and the sound comes out just the way i like it.
Support:
i just got this gutair yesterday and it my first one ever, so no i dont need repairs
Overall:
I might find a cooler one in like 5-7 months.
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