Essential Information About the Ibanez PIA3761C Guitar
- Steve Vai Signature built for the stage: ultra-fast 5-piece maple/walnut neck, 24 frets, and full access to the high notes.
- HSH DiMarzio UtoPIA Electronics tuned by Vai: softened trebles, present mids, firm lows, 5 positions + push/pull high-pass filter.
- Extreme Stability thanks to the Edge tremolo and locking nut, reliable tuning even under heavy use.
- Premium Finish and Ergonomics: ?Petal Grip,? Luminlay side dots, Jumbo stainless steel frets with ?Prestige? treated edges, magnetic cavity cover.
From the JEM to the PIA: The Legacy of an Icon Modernized
Born from the ongoing collaboration between Ibanez and Steve Vai, the PIA3761C continues the spirit of the legendary JEM by bringing a streamlined aesthetic and contemporary ergonomic solutions. The ?Petal Grip? replaces the famous handle, the ?PIA Blossom? inlays emphasize the artistic character, and the Japanese craftsmanship of the Prestige series aims for top-level precision.
For Whom and Which Styles?
Designed for intermediate to expert guitarists seeking speed, accuracy, and versatility. Ideal for shred, progressive rock, melodic metal, fusion, and any demanding solo playing. The slim neck facilitates modern techniques (legato, tapping, precise vibrato) while the HSH configuration covers everything from crystal-clear cleans to dense saturation.
Sound Characteristics
The alder body provides a natural balance with defined mids. The rosewood fingerboard enhances warmth and articulation, while the scalloped fingerboard from the 21st to the 24th fret frees up bends and control over high notes. The DiMarzio UtoPIA set (HSH) combines ceramic humbuckers (attack, sustain) and an alnico single coil (silky cleans). The 5-position selector offers very musical series/split coil combinations, and the push/pull high-pass filter on the volume knob preserves treble at low levels. The Edge tremolo and locking nut ensure precise pitch return and smooth vibrato.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
Comes with a hard case. To maintain the original response, choose 09-42 nickel strings (such as D?Addario EXL120, standard E tuning). For lightweight transport, the Ibanez IGB724-BK gig bag is specifically recommended by the brand. A capo for ~16.9" radius will suit barre chords, and a quality standard strap will complete stage ergonomics.
Technical Specifications
Body
- Body: Alder
- Handle: Integrated ?Petal Grip?
- Tremolo cavity cover: Magnetic attachment (quick removal)
- Hardware color: Chrome
Neck
- Type: PIA, 5-piece maple/walnut
- Fingerboard: Rosewood, ?PIA Blossom? inlays, Luminlay side dots
- Frets: 24 Jumbo stainless steel frets, ?Prestige? edge treatment
- Scalloped fingerboard: frets 21 to 24
- Scale length: 25.5" / 648 mm
- Nut width (headstock nut): 1.69" / 43 mm
- Width at 24th fret: 2.28" / 58 mm
- Thickness at 1st fret: 0.71" / 18 mm
- Thickness at 12th fret: 0.79" / 20 mm
- Fingerboard radius: 16.9" / 430 mm
Electronics
- Pickup configuration: HSH DiMarzio UtoPIA
- Neck: UtoPIA Humbucker (passive / ceramic)
- Middle: UtoPIA Single (passive / alnico)
- Bridge: UtoPIA Humbucker (passive / ceramic)
- Selector: 5 positions (split humbuckers combined with the single coil in various positions)
- Controls: 1 volume with push/pull high-pass filter, 1 tone
Miscellaneous
- Bridge: Edge tremolo (double locking)
- Nut: Locking nut
- Tuners: Gotoh
- String spacing at bridge: 0.43" / 10.8 mm
- Factory tuning: Standard E (E-B-G-D-A-E)
- Strings: 09-42 (D?Addario EXL120 type)
- Hard case included
- Recommended gig bag: IGB724-BK