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Description

The Ernie Ball Music Man JP15-7 is not just an electric guitar; it's a masterful blend of innovative design and premium craftsmanship tailored for the discerning musician. Created for the legendary John Petrucci of Dream Theater, this 7-string beauty is a testament to what a high-performance guitar should be. Its African mahogany body is crowned with a striking spalted maple top, giving it a visually stunning presence that matches its sonic prowess. The roasted maple neck and fingerboard, finished with a unique gunstock oil and wax blend, promise lightning-fast playability, ideal for both intricate solos and rapid-fire riffs.

The heart of the JP15-7 lies in its electronics. It features DiMarzio Illuminator humbuckers that offer a wide spectrum of tones, from crystal-clear cleans to powerful, high-gain distortion. Adding to its versatility is the custom piezo-equipped vibrato bridge, allowing you to switch seamlessly between electric and acoustic tones. The Schaller M6-IND locking tuners ensure that your tuning is rock-solid, even through the most aggressive performances. With its exclusive design and limited production run, the JP15-7 is not just a guitar but a collector's piece that embodies the pinnacle of modern guitar craftsmanship.

Key Features:

  • Limited Edition run with only 71 guitars worldwide
  • African mahogany body with spalted maple top
  • Roasted maple neck and fingerboard, 17" radius
  • 24 medium jumbo stainless steel frets
  • DiMarzio Illuminator neck and bridge humbuckers
  • Custom Music Man active preamp with piezo capabilities
  • Custom John Petrucci floating vibrato bridge
  • Schaller M6-IND locking tuners
  • Includes numbered Certificate of Authenticity
Raul Torres

Raul Torres

Ernie Ball Music Man JP15-7 (Blood orange burst) unboxing

Video thumbnail for Ernie Ball Music Man JP15-7 (Blood orange burst) unboxing by Raul Torres

Ernie Ball Music Man JP15-7 (Blood orange burst) unboxing

Raul Torres

Raul Torres

Video thumbnail for Ernie Ball Music Man JP15 7-String Suplex Clean Sound Demo (No Effects) by Marco Tullius

Ernie Ball Music Man JP15 7-String Suplex Clean Sound Demo (No Effects)

Marco Tullius

Marco Tullius

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Ernie Ball Music Man JP15-7.

Setup and maintenance

  • The action is set at an extremely low 1mm, yet there is no fret buzz, showcasing excellent fretwork.

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  • The necks are highly sensitive to humidity changes, requiring frequent truss rod adjustments, which are fortunately easy to perform.

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Features and functionality

  • The neck is wider than the 6-string version, addressing the issue of feeling constrained on smaller necks.

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  • The floating tremolo is stable when set up but complicates switching tunings.

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  • The JP15 has a higher resale value compared to the Majesty, despite both being premium models.

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User experience

  • The guitar delivers chunky, tight rhythms and retains the signature John Petrucci sound on the neck pickup, with cool split tones.

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  • The Majesty's upper horn design is polarizing but offers exceptional upper fret access and comfort.

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Comparisons

  • Owners find the JP15-7 easier to play than other models like the Schecter Banshee Mach 7 and Ibanez Prestige RG752 due to its super thin neck and rolled fretboard edges.

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  • Owners suggest PRS guitars as a benchmark for QC, implying the Majesty does not match up at its price point.

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Build quality

  • Owners have noted QC issues like thick clear coats with orange peel and fretwork that needs re-crowning after leveling.

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lunatichardway49

Superb guitar!!

I was in shock because of the spalted maple. Absolutely gorgeous & sounds amazing!

Artist usage

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See how John Petrucci uses Ernie Ball Music Man JP15-7

John Petrucci

Guitarist, Composer

Dream Theater

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It's John's signature model from October 2019 Ball Family Reserve.

See how Aaron Marshall uses Ernie Ball Music Man JP15-7

Aaron Marshall

Guitarist

Intervals

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Aaron Marshall uses an Ernie Ball Music Man JP15 7-string with a purple finish for Interval's music video for "Epiphany". He also uses the guitar but with a different finish on his playthrough of "Alchemy".

Album Usage

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