Ibanez RG565R-LB
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Ibanez
RG565R-LB
Product Info
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This RG565R-LB is a serious shred machine built in Japan. The thin neck and high-output pickups are perfect for modern rock, metal, and progressive players who want speed and aggression. It’s a premium-priced instrument offering excellent value and a focused, high-performance experience.
Product Description
- Ibanez RG565R-LB
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Basswood
- 5-piece bolt-on neck: Maple / Walnut
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Neck profile: Super Wizard - thickness at 1st fret: 17 mm / 12th fret: 19 mm
- White sawtooth fingerboard inlays
- Fingerboard radius: 430 mm (16.93")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.51")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.69")
- Locking nut
- 24 jumbo frets
- Pickup: 1x V8 Humbucker (bridge) and 1x Infinity R Humbucker (neck)
- 1 volume and 1 tone control
- 5-way switch
- Edge Tremolo
- Gotoh machine heads
- Black hardware
- Strings: .009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042
- Colour: Laser Blue high-gloss
- Includes gig bag
- Made in Japan
PROS
- • Basswood body delivers a balanced, responsive tone with good sustain.
- • Super Wizard neck offers incredibly fast playability for shredding and technical playing.
- • V8 humbucker provides aggressive high-output, tight and focused distortion.
- • Japanese craftsmanship ensures excellent build quality and reliable hardware.
CONS
- • Basswood can lack some of the upper-midrange complexity of mahogany.
- • Super Wizard neck profile is very thin, may not suit players preferring a thicker feel.
- • Limited pickup versatility; primarily geared towards high-gain styles.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Basswood
Neck Material
Maple/Walnut 5-piece
Fingerboard
Rosewood with White Sawtooth Inlays
Pickups
V8 Humbucker (Bridge), Infinity R Humbucker (Neck)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.51")
Frets
24 Jumbo
Bridge
Edge Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 3.8 kg (8.37 lbs) - typical for a guitar with this hardware
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Edge provides a more stable tremolo experience with less tuning instability, especially when used aggressively. It's a significant upgrade for players who want tremolo functionality without constant retuning.
The fingerboard likely has a minimal factory finish, and most players find that a light oiling improves feel and prevents dryness. Regular maintenance is recommended to keep the Rosewood in optimal condition.
The V8 is significantly hotter and more aggressive than the Quantum or Hyperion, offering a tighter, more saturated distortion sound. It's designed for heavier styles where maximum output is desired.
