The Ibanez GRG220PA-RLB (Royal Purple Burst) is part of the entry-level GIO RG Series by Ibanez. It offers the fast RG playing feel and modern looks at an affordable price point.

Key Features

• Body: Okoume body with Poplar Burl Art Grain top
• Neck: Maple GRG neck
• Fingerboard: Bound Purpleheart fingerboard with Sharktooth inlays
• Frets: 24 Jumbo frets
• Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
• Pickups: 2 × Ibanez Classic Elite humbuckers (HH configuration)
• Switching: 5-way pickup selector
• Bridge: Ibanez T106 tremolo bridge
• Controls: Master Volume & Master Tone
• Hardware: Gold hardware
• Finish: Royal Purple Burst (RLB)

Sound & Performance

• Suitable for rock, hard rock, metal, blues, and modern styles.
• Dual humbuckers provide a fat, powerful tone with good output.
• Slim GRG neck and 24 frets make it comfortable for fast solos and shredding.

Pros

✅ Attractive premium-looking purple burl finish
✅ Comfortable fast neck
✅ 24 frets for extended lead playing
✅ Versatile 5-way switching
✅ Good value for beginners and intermediate players

Cons

❌ Tremolo bridge may require more setup and tuning maintenance than a hardtail bridge
❌ Stock pickups are decent but some players eventually upgrade them for better clarity and gain