Ibanez PIA3761C BLP Blue Powder

Please note: This guitar comes with a hardshell case.

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.

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.

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.

High-pass filter on volume control (push/pull)
A high pass filter on the volume pot maintains highs at low volumes.

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.

SPECIFICATIONS

Neck Type: PIA / 5pc Maple/Walnut neck
Top/Back/Body: Alder body
Fretboard: Rosewood fretboard / PIA Blossom inlay
Fret: Jumbo Stainless Steel frets / Prestige fret edge treatment
Number of Frets: 24
Bridge: Edge bridge
String Space: 10.8mm
Neck Pickup: DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ (H) neck pickup (Passive/Ceramic)
Middle Pickup: DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ (S) middle pickup (Passive/Alnico
Bridge Pickup: DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ (H) bridge pickup (Passive/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
Neck Scale: 648mm/25.5"
Neck Width at NUT: 43mm
Neck Width at 24F: 58mm
Neck Thickness at 1F: 18mm
Neck Thickness at 12F: 20mm
Neck Radius: 430mmR