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Description

The Ibanez Steve Vai JEM Signature Guitar is a true masterpiece for any guitarist looking to channel the virtuosity of Steve Vai himself. Renowned for its distinctive design and exceptional playability, the JEM series has been a staple among rock and metal guitarists since its inception. Crafted with precision, this guitar combines aesthetic appeal with functional superiority, making it a standout choice for both collectors and performers.

The monkey grip handle, a signature feature unique to the JEM series, not only adds a touch of Vai's flamboyant style but also enhances portability and handling during performances. Equipped with a HSH pickup configuration, the JEM Signature Guitar delivers a versatile tonal palette, capable of producing everything from searing leads to chunky rhythms. The Edge tremolo system ensures smooth and stable pitch modulation, allowing guitarists to express their creativity without compromising tuning stability.

The guitar's maple neck provides a smooth and fast playing surface, while the rosewood fretboard offers comfortable playability with meticulously crafted inlays. Whether you're shredding solos or laying down complex chord progressions, the Ibanez Steve Vai JEM Signature Guitar is engineered to elevate your musical expression to new heights.

Key Features:

  • HSH pickup configuration for versatile sound
  • Edge tremolo system for precise pitch modulation
  • Maple neck with rosewood fretboard
  • Exclusive monkey grip handle design
  • Custom Vai inlays for added aesthetic appeal
  • Solid body construction for enhanced sustain and resonance

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Ibanez Steve Vai JEM Signature Guitar.

Mods and upgrades

  • Owners often swap the stock pickups for Seymour Duncan Alpha/Omega pickups to achieve a more versatile tone.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Active pickups can be unpredictable during recording, with inconsistent output levels noted by several users.

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Comparisons

  • The Ibanez JEM JR is frequently compared to the PRS Zach Myers for its playability, though users note the JEM JR offers a unique aesthetic appeal.

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Use cases and applications

  • The Ibanez JEM is praised for its suitability in heavy genres despite Steve Vai's style, with users enjoying it for chugging riffs and metal solos.

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User experience

  • Multiple owners find the reverse headstock design appealing and the minimal branding makes the guitar more universally appealing.

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Ibanez Custom ("Red Lace") Serial #: F616858 This guitar, "Red Lace", is a custom guitar built by Ibanez to specs provided by Steve's 1993-1996 guitar tech Roger Bell. The body is mahogany with a maple top, with humbucking pickups in the bridge and neck positions and a single-coil pickup in the middle (Red Lace's pickups are DiMarzio Evolutions). The neck you see here is actually from a Jem 7WH, fitted to Red Lace when the guitar's original neck had to be replaced. Steve has used this guitar as a spare onstage, and Mike Keneally used it every night on the G3 and Fire Garden tours. Red Lace was auctioned for charity in 2001.

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