Ibanez RG5120M-PRT Prestige Reviews

Almost unbeatable!

This is my first prestige model, I purchased it 6 months ago. This guitar is of the highest quality, and the neck is incredibly smooth. I can't stop playing it. I own other lower-end Ibanez guitars, but the neck shape of this model and its playability are unbeatable. The Fishman Fluence Modern pickups are excellent, and I've grown accustomed to their powerful sound. When I switch to another guitar, I immediately notice the difference. Overall, after using it for the first 6 months, I am absolutely satisfied. My technique has improved, especially in fast alternate picking with frequent string changes. The playing experience has significantly improved.

Two minor observations:

1. The weight of the guitar is not excessive, but it might be a drawback for those seeking an extremely lightweight instrument.

2. The mother of pearl dot inlay can be challenging for someone who is not fully familiar with the fretboard like in my case. Sometimes it's difficult to orient myself, especially in the higher section of the fretboard between the 15th and 24th frets. Sometimes I simply land on wrong frets because I cannot actually see the dot's due to their color, in light conditions that make them indistinguishable from the maple fretboard.