Ibanez RG550 DY Desert Sun Yellow Electric Guitar – Made in Japan

The Ibanez RG550 DY in striking Desert Sun Yellow is a true icon reborn. Originally debuting in 1987, the RG series marked a milestone in rock guitar history with its sharp styling, ultra-fast neck, and high-performance hardware. Today, the RG550 returns as part of the Ibanez Genesis Collection, delivering classic ‘80s vibe with precise Japanese craftsmanship.

Built for serious players, the RG550 combines legendary tone, lightning-fast playability, and rock-solid tuning stability. From aggressive rhythm work to extreme tremolo acrobatics, this guitar is designed to perform without compromise.

Super Wizard 5-Piece Neck

One of the defining features of the original RG, the Super Wizard 5pc Maple/Walnut neck is ultra-thin and incredibly fast. With a thickness of just 17mm at the 1st fret, it provides effortless speed and comfort while maintaining exceptional stability thanks to its five-piece construction. The maple fretboard with jumbo frets enhances clarity, snap, and smooth bending.

Classic Basswood Body & Edge Tremolo

The basswood body offers balanced tonal response with strong mids and smooth highs, making it ideal for high-gain tones. The legendary Edge tremolo bridge allows for extreme dive bombs and expressive vibrato while reliably returning to perfect pitch. A locking nut and Gotoh® machine heads further enhance tuning stability.

V7 / S1 / V8 Pickup Configuration

Equipped with original-spec V7 (neck), S1 (middle), and V8 (bridge) pickups, the RG550 delivers a wide tonal range—from articulate cleans to tight, aggressive high-gain tones. The 5-way pickup switch provides versatile combinations for rhythm, lead, and everything in between.

Ibanez RG550 DY Specifications

• Body: Basswood
• Neck: Super Wizard 5pc Maple/Walnut
• Fretboard: Maple with Black Dot Inlay
• Frets: 24 Jumbo
• Scale Length: 648mm / 25.5"
• Bridge: Edge Tremolo
• String Spacing: 10.8mm
• Neck Pickup: V7 (H) Passive/Ceramic
• Middle Pickup: S1 (S) Passive/Alnico
• Bridge Pickup: V8 (H) Passive/Alnico
• Controls: 5-Way Pickup Selector
• Factory Tuning: 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E
• Strings: D'Addario® EXL120 (.009–.042)
• Nut: Locking Nut
• Hardware Color: Black
• Neck Width: 43mm at Nut / 58mm at 24F
• Neck Thickness: 17mm at 1F / 19mm at 12F
• Fingerboard Radius: 430mmR
• Country of Origin: Made in Japan

Genesis Collection Legacy

The RG550 DY captures the spirit of late-’80s shred while delivering modern precision and reliability. With its ultra-fast neck, legendary Edge tremolo, and versatile pickup configuration, this Made-in-Japan RG continues to lead the rock guitar scene.