Ibanez RG Genesis Collection Electric Blue RG550EB

Iconic RG Heritage Reimagined

The Ibanez RG550EB Genesis Collection celebrates the origins of the RG series while delivering modern playability and precision. With more than three decades of metal performance shaping its evolution, the RG550EB is a high-performance instrument built for speed, accuracy, and tonal versatility. Whether you prefer a hardtail setup or the industry-leading Edge tremolo system, this guitar offers the classic RG experience with exceptional Japanese craftsmanship.

The Genesis Collection pays homage to Ibanez’s history, combining the iconic styling and design of the original RG with premium construction and heavy-hitting performance for today’s players.

Super Wizard Neck for Speed and Comfort

The Super Wizard 5-piece Maple/Walnut neck provides a fast, smooth playing surface perfect for lightning-quick runs, technical solos, and effortless fretboard navigation. Its satin polyurethane finish enhances glide and comfort across the neck, while the bolt-on construction ensures stability and reliability.

Paired with a Maple fretboard, the RG550EB delivers crisp, bright highs and strong upper mids. Jumbo frets enhance playability and make single-note lines smooth and precise, allowing for aggressive lead work without sacrificing comfort.

Basswood Body and Versatile Pickups

The Basswood body offers a balanced tonal foundation with natural resonance, warm mids, and responsive dynamics. Coupled with the V7 neck, S1 middle, and V8 bridge pickups, this guitar can produce a vast tonal palette, from crystal-clear cleans to high-gain searing riffs. The combination allows players to dial in precise sounds for studio recording, live performance, or shredding solos.

Edge Tremolo and Gotoh Machine Heads

Equipped with the Edge tremolo bridge, the RG550EB delivers excellent tuning stability, precise intonation adjustment, and smooth tremolo performance for dive bombs and expressive vibrato. Gotoh machine heads provide superior tuning accuracy and a premium feel, ensuring your instrument stays in tune under demanding conditions.

Whether you’re performing on stage or in the studio, the RG550EB offers legendary RG speed, classic styling, and all the tonal versatility players expect from a Genesis Collection instrument.

Key Features

• Super Wizard 5-piece Maple/Walnut neck for ultra-fast, smooth playability
• Maple fretboard for bright highs and focused upper mids
• Jumbo frets for effortless single-note and lead playing
• Basswood body for a balanced, natural tone
• V7 / S1 / V8 pickup configuration for wide tonal versatility
• Edge tremolo bridge with precise intonation and tuning stability
• Gotoh machine heads for smooth tuning and precision
• Electric Blue finish with gloss polyurethane for striking aesthetics

Specifications

• Country of Origin: Japan
• Number of Strings: 6
• Neck Type: Super Wizard
• Neck Joint: Bolt-on
• Neck Material: 5pc Maple/Walnut
• Neck Finish: Satin Polyurethane
• Scale Length: 24.5"
• Nut Width: 43 mm
• Fretboard: Maple
• Number of Frets: 24, Jumbo
• Fretboard Radius: 430 mm
• Body Material: Basswood
• Bridge: Edge Tremolo
• Nut Type: Locking
• Machine Heads: Gotoh
• Hardware Color: Black
• Pickups: V7 Neck (H), S1 Middle (S), V8 Bridge (H)
• Controls: 1 Volume, 1 Tone, 5-way lever switch
• String Gauges: .009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042
• Tuning: 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E
• Case: Not included