Description
Experience the pinnacle of guitar innovation with the Ibanez PIA3761, a masterful collaboration between Steve Vai and Ibanez. Thirty-three years after the iconic JEM, the PIA represents a new era of precision, playability and artistic flair. Known as “Paradise in Art,” this instrument blends technical excellence with striking aesthetics to elevate your performance to extraordinary heights.
Main Features
- 5-piece Maple/Walnut neck for superior strength, tonal clarity and fast, responsive playability
- Rosewood fretboard featuring the exquisite PIA Blossom inlay ensures balanced tone with rich mids and smooth articulation
- Jumbo stainless steel frets with Prestige Fret Edge treatment for long-lasting durability and silky fretwork
- Alder body providing bright, balanced tone with exceptional sustain and resonance
- Custom DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ pickups designed with Steve Vai: smooth highs, scooped mids and punchy lows, complemented by intricate visual details
- Gotoh® machine heads deliver precise tuning stability
- Edge tremolo bridge for flawless tuning accuracy and effortless pitch modulation
- Push/pull volume control with high-pass filter retains treble clarity at lower volume settings
- Luminlay side dots glow subtly in low light conditions for clear fretboard navigation on dark stages
- Includes premium Ibanez hard shell case for secure, professional-grade protection
Special Features
- Petal Grip handle, an ergonomic redesign of the classic Monkey Grip, symbolising unity and artistic harmony
- Magnetic tremolo cavity plate allows quick string changes and tremolo system access without screws
- Scalloped fingerboard on frets 21-24 enhances control for expressive bends and tapping techniques
- Ultralite Tremolo Arm™ crafted from carbon graphite offers ultra-responsive pitch control with reduced weight and string interference
Specifications
- Neck: PIA 5pc Maple/Walnut
- Body: Alder
- Fretboard: Rosewood with PIA Blossom inlay
- Frets: 24 Jumbo Stainless Steel with Prestige fret edge treatment
- Scale Length: 648mm (25.5")
- Nut Width: 43mm
- Fretboard Radius: 430mm
- Neck Thickness: 18mm at 1st fret; 20mm at 12th fret
- Neck Pickup: DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ (H), Passive/Ceramic
- Middle Pickup: DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ (S), Passive/Alnico
- Bridge Pickup: DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ (H), Passive/Ceramic
- Bridge: Edge tremolo
- String Spacing: 10.8mm
- Hardware Colour: Gold
- Factory Tuning: E A D G B e
- Strings: D'Addario® EXL120 (.009 - .042 gauge)
- Nut: Locking nut included
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What makes the Ibanez PIA3761 different from the original JEM?
The PIA3761 is described by Steve Vai as the next evolution of the JEM, featuring updated neck construction, custom DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ pickups, a scalloped fingerboard section, and innovative design elements like the Petal Grip and magnetic tremolo cavity plate, enhancing both playability and aesthetic appeal.
➤ How does the high-pass filter on the volume control benefit my playing?
The push/pull high-pass filter maintains treble clarity when rolling back the volume knob, ensuring your tone stays bright and defined even at lower volume levels.
➤ Is the Ibanez PIA3761 suitable for stage performances in low light?
Yes, the fretboard features Luminlay side dots which glow in the dark, making it easier to navigate the fretboard during dimly lit performances.
➤ What kind of tremolo arm does this guitar use?
The PIA3761 uses the Ultralite Tremolo Arm™, made from carbon graphite for lightweight, highly responsive tremolo action with minimal string interference.
➤ Does the guitar come with a case?
Yes, it includes a professional-grade Ibanez hard shell case to protect your instrument during transport and storage.
Delivery
This item is normally sent to Mainland UK addresses by DPD who generally provide a one-hour window of delivery on the morning of delivery by email or text message.
FREE delivery within mainland UK
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £35 (calculated at checkout).
Order this item before 2pm we will despatch it on the same day
Warranty Information
Ibanez Warranty Information: 1 year
Please note this information is provided for guidance only as manufacturer warranties may be updated from time to time. For full please visit the manufacturer's website here.
3 years warranty for VIP members
