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.
****Product Features****
- 5pc Maple/Walnut neck The 5pc Maple/Walnut neck provides tonal clarity and superior attack.
- Rosewood fretboard Rosewood 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 mids and a more pronounced low-end. DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ pickups incorporate beautiful aesthetics and design elements meant to complement the cosmetic features of the guitar.
- Gotoh® machine heads Gotoh® machine heads provide super precision, smooth feel, and minimal back lush.
- Edge tremolo The masterpiece Edge bridge offers exceptional tuning stability, precise intonation adjustment, and playing comfort.
- Hardshell case included Ibanez Hardshell case gives you extreme protects for your be-loved instrument.
****Special Features****
- Petal Grip Exclusively designed for the PIA, the new Petal Grip offers a balanced, contemporary design aesthetic. It’s also meant to symbolize unity, companionship, and interpersonal bonds.
- Magnetic Tremolo Cavity Plate The tremolo cavity plate is held in place magnetically, allowing for quick removal and reinstallation when changing strings or adjusting the tremolo system.
- PIA Blossom inlay The newly designed PIA Blossom inlay is gorgeous, prominent, and elegantly imparts Steve Vai’s trademark style and artistic vision.
- Scalloped Fingerboard on 21-24 Frets
- Ultralite Tremolo Arm™ included The Ultralite Tremolo Arm™ achieved a significant reduction in weight by utilizing Carbon Graphite for the grip, resulting in less interaction with strings and more sensitive control of the tremolo arm movement.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsC_fjsJl_A&list=PL-7gERT47GRfb1HWhMdiHflTuWA0PFV1f&index=7 Specifications: 5pc Maple/Walnut neck The 5pc Maple/Walnut neck provides tonal clarity and superior attack.
- Rosewood fretboard Rosewood 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 mids and a more pronounced low-end. DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ pickups incorporate beautiful aesthetics and design elements meant to complement the cosmetic features of the guitar.
- Gotoh® machine heads Gotoh® machine heads provide super precision, smooth feel, and minimal back lush.
- Edge tremolo The masterpiece Edge bridge offers exceptional tuning stability, precise intonation adjustment, and playing comfort.
- Hardshell case included Ibanez Hardshell case gives you extreme protects for your be-loved instrument.
****Special Features****
- Petal Grip Exclusively designed for the PIA, the new Petal Grip offers a balanced, contemporary design aesthetic. It’s also meant to symbolize unity, companionship, and interpersonal bonds.
- Magnetic Tremolo Cavity Plate The tremolo cavity plate is held in place magnetically, allowing for quick removal and reinstallation when changing strings or adjusting the tremolo system.
- PIA Blossom inlay The newly designed PIA Blossom inlay is gorgeous, prominent, and elegantly imparts Steve Vai’s trademark style and artistic vision.
- Scalloped Fingerboard on 21-24 Frets
- Ultralite Tremolo Arm™ included The Ultralite Tremolo Arm™ achieved a significant reduction in weight by utilizing Carbon Graphite for the grip, resulting in less interaction with strings and more sensitive control of the tremolo arm movement.
- 5pc Maple/Walnut neck
- Rosewood fretboard
- Jumbo Stainless Steel frets with Prestige fret edge treatment
- Alder body
- DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ pickups
- Gotoh® machine heads
- Edge tremolo
- Luminlay side dots
- Hardshell case included
- Petal Grip
- Magnetic Tremolo Cavity Plate
- PIA Blossom inlay
- Scalloped Fingerboard on 21-24 Frets
- Ultralite Tremolo Arm™ included
5pc Maple/Walnut neck Rosewood fretboard Jumbo Stainless Steel frets with Prestige fret edge treatment Alder body DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ pickups Gotoh® machine heads Edge tremolo Luminlay side dots Hardshell case included Petal Grip Magnetic Tremolo Cavity Plate PIA Blossom inlay Scalloped Fingerboard on 21-24 Frets Ultralite Tremolo Arm™ included 6 Neck Type : PIA Neck Joint : Bolt-on Neck Material : 5pc Maple/Walnut Neck finish : Satin Polyurethane Neck thickness (1st fret, mm) : 18 Neck thickness (12th fret, mm) : 20 Scale (inch) : 25,5 Scale (mm) : 648 Nut width (mm) : 43 End width (mm) : 58 Number of fret : 24 Fretboard : Rosewood Fretboard Radius (mm) : 430 Fret Type : Jumbo Stainless Steel Fret edge treatment : Prestige fret edge treatment Inlay : PIA Blossom Body Material : Alder Body finish : Gloss Polyurethane Total length (mm) : 984 Body thickness (mm) : 44 Body length (mm) : 452 Body Width (mm) : 311 Bridge : Edge String spacing (mm) : 10,8 Active or Passive : Passive Nut : Locking Machine Head : Gotoh® machine heads Hardware color : Gold Neck Pickup : DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ (H) Middle Pickup : DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ (S) Bridge Pickup : DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ (H) Controls, Pickup selector : 1 Volume, 1 Tone, 5-way lever switch Other Swtichs : High-pass filter on volume control (push/pull) Side Dot Inlay : Luminlay side dots String Gauges (from top to bottom) : .009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042 Special Strings : D'Addario® EXL120 Tuning (from top to bottom) : 1E,2B,3G,4D,5A,6E Included case or bag : Hardshell case included Recommended Bag : IGB724-BK Other item(s) included : Tremolo arm, Ultralite Tremolo Arm™, Multi tool, Hex wrench Net Weight (gr) : 3300 Reg./Spot : Reg. Net Weight (gr) : 0
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