Ibanez PIA3761C BLP Steve Vai Signature Model Electric Guitar w/Case - Blue Powder

Thirty three years after the release of one of the most legendary and iconic signature guitars of all time, the Ibanez JEM, Steve Vai and Ibanez have once again collaborated on something completely new, in what Steve has described as ”the next evolution of the JEM”. After an exciting process of research and development, Steve and Ibanez were able to create something that exceeded all expectations, something that Steve has deemed “Paradise in Art”. Ibanez is proud to offer the Ibanez PIA, as the next of evolution of our amazing partnership with Steve Vai.

Features:

-5pc Maple/Walnut neck
The 5pc Maple/Walnut neck provides tonal clarity and superior attack.

-Rosewood fretboard
Rosewood fretboard provides a well-balanced solid tone with a focused mid range.

-Jumbo Stainless Steel frets with Prestige fret edge treatment
Stainless steel frets boast excellent corrosion resistance. The wide and tall fret-type offers a quick response, good articulation when playing chords and clear tone when playing single notes.The Prestige Fret Edge Treatment guarantees effortlessly fast playing.

-Alder body
The Alder body delivers a well-balanced bright tone, enriched resonance and sustain.

-DiMarzio® UtoPIA™pickups
Based on Steve's tonal preferences, DiMarzio® UtoPIA™pickups are voiced for smoother highs, scooped midsand a more pronounced low-end. DiMarzio® UtoPIA™pickups incorporate beautiful aesthetics and design elements meant to complement the cosmetic features of the guitar.

Specs

neck type PIA5pc Maple/Walnut neck
top/back/body Alder body
fretboard Rosewood fretboardPIA Blossom inlay
fret Jumbo Stainless Steel fretsPrestige fret edge treatment
number of frets 24
bridge Edge tremolo bridge
string space 10.8mm
neck pickup DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ (H) neck pickupPassive/Ceramic
middle pickup DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ (S) middle pickupPassive/Alnico
bridge pickup DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ (H) bridge pickupPassive/Ceramic
factory tuning 1E,2B,3G,4D,5A,6E
strings D'Addario® EXL120
string gauge .009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042
nut Locking nut
hardware color Chrome

• 5pc Maple/Walnut neck offers tonal clarity
• Rosewood fretboard delivers focused mid range tone
• Jumbo Stainless Steel frets for superior articulation
• Alder body ensures bright tone and sustain
• DiMarzio UtoPIA pickups enhance lows and highs
• Edge tremolo bridge for advanced playability
• Blue Powder finish with PIA Blossom inlay design