Ibanez Genesis Collection RG565R - Desert Sun Yellow

Ibanez RG565R – Genesis Collection Electric Guitar (Desert Sun Yellow)

The Altitude Summary

The Ibanez RG565R from the Genesis Collection revives a cult classic from the golden era of shred. Made in Japan with precision craftsmanship and finished in bold Desert Sun Yellow, this high-performance reissue captures the original 1980s vibe while delivering modern-day playability. Equipped with a lightning-fast Super Wizard neck, high-output HSH pickup configuration, and Ibanez’s legendary Edge tremolo system, the RG565R is built for players who demand speed, tone, and attitude. Limited to 1000 units per color - these limited edition RG reissues belong in any Ibanez collection.

Key Features

Super Wizard 5-Piece Maple/Walnut Neck
Sleek and ultra-thin for fast fretwork, this neck design offers superb stability and effortless playability across all 24 frets.

Rosewood Fingerboard with Jumbo Frets
Smooth and responsive, the rosewood board delivers warm tone and great note separation, while jumbo frets enhance lead phrasing and bending control.

Basswood Body
Lightweight and resonant, basswood offers a punchy midrange and focused clarity that’s ideal for heavy riffs and fluid leads.

Infinity R (Neck) & V8 (Bridge) Pickups – HSH Configuration
The versatile HSH setup features the Infinity R humbucker in the neck for warm, defined lows and the V8 humbucker in the bridge for tight, articulate gain tones. The single-coil in the middle adds sparkle and tonal diversity.

Edge Double-Locking Tremolo System
A cornerstone of Ibanez performance guitars, the Edge tremolo ensures exceptional tuning stability and expressive pitch modulation—from subtle warbles to extreme dive-bombs.

Gotoh® Machine Heads
Premium tuning machines offer precision, durability, and a smooth tuning experience, perfect for both live and studio performance.

Technical Specifications

• Neck: Super Wizard 5pc Maple/Walnut

• Fretboard: Rosewood with Jumbo Frets

• Body: Basswood

• Bridge: Edge Double-Locking Tremolo

• Pickups: Infinity R (Neck), V8 (Bridge), Single-Coil (Middle)

• Tuners: Gotoh®

• Finish: Desert Sun Yellow

• Made in Japan

Why Choose the RG565R?

This modern reissue of the original RG565 combines classic 1987 design with cutting-edge hardware and tone. Its fast neck, dynamic pickup configuration, and bold colorway make it a top choice for shredders, prog players, and anyone looking to capture that era-defining Ibanez sound.

A True Shred Icon, Reimagined

With vintage aesthetics and modern performance, the RG565R Genesis Collection guitar is more than a reissue—it’s a celebration of Ibanez innovation that continues to inspire the next generation of high-performance players.