Ibanez RG vs RGA Body Shapes Discussion Comparison | Arched vs Flat Top Guitars
31This is a discussion about the Ibanez RG vs RGA body shapes. This is less a guitar review and more a review on the guitar bodies, the general available new models, and a discussion on the viability, playability, and enjoyment of these. While they both have an arched top and a few other similarities, these guitar series of models quickly diverge. Which one is right for you and is there even a significant difference?
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Ibanez RGA622XH review: https://youtu.be/_XDJ2RSu6Zc
The difference between carved and arched tops: https://youtu.be/UDTo4KRNAzw
J Custom RG8570Z review: https://youtu.be/xps4BsCw7Cw
RG5121 review: https://youtu.be/K27Dly6U_l4
RG5320 review: https://youtu.be/atYbceBBlE4
Both of these guitars have flat backs with belly carves, so the real differences are how the tops are shaped. The RG has a flat top with the typical forearm contour, whereas the RGA has an arched top.
Overview
00:00 Intro and not sponsored
00:32 RG body characteristics
00:53 RGA body characteristics
Differences
01:31 Many guitars have the RG’s body shape so it’s universal once you’re accustomed to it
02:33 Arch top doesn’t impede you
02:46 Which do I prefer?
03:40 The other one is still heavily used
04:02 Outro
04:23 Cat