Ibanez PIA3761 Steve Vai Signature - Electric Guitar with Edge Tremolo - Onyx Black
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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
Product 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 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 superior precision, a smooth feel, and excellent tuning accuracy.
Edge tremolo
The masterpiece Edge bridge offers exceptional tuning stability, precise intonation adjustment, and playing comfort.
High-pass filter on volume control (push/pull)
A high pass filter on the volume pot maintains highs at low volumes.
Luminlay side dots
The Luminlay side dot position marks make it easy for players to see fretboard position marks when performing on dark stages.
Hardshell case included
Ibanez Hardshell case gives extreme protection for your beloved 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
For easier high note bending and tapping
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.
Specification List
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
High-pass filter on volume control (push/pull)
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
Specifications
| Body Type | Solid |
| Neck Type | PIA |
| Neck Joint | Bolt-on |
| Neck Material | 5pc Maple/Walnut |
| Neck Finish | Satin Polyurethane |
| Neck Thickness1st Fret Mm | 18 |
| Neck Thickness12th Fret Mm | 20 |
| Scale Inch | 25.5 |
| Nut Width Mm | 43 |
| 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 |
| Side Dot Inlay | Luminlay side dots |
| Body Material For Solid | Alder |
| Body Finish | Satin Polyurethane |
| Bridge | Edge |
| String Spacing Mm | 10.8 |
| 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 Switches | High-pass filter on volume control (push/pull) |
| String Gauges From Top To Bottom | .009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042 |
| Tuning From Top To Bottom | 1E,2B,3G,4D,5A,6E |
| Included Case Bag | Hardshell case included |
| Recommended Bag | IGB724-BK |
| Pack Length Inch | 43.31 |
| Pack Width Inch | 18.5 |
| Pack Height Inch | 5.91 |
| Pack Weight Lb | 22.49 |