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Ibanez
Description

When Steve Vai teamed up with Ibanez in 1987 to create the original JEM, it became an instant classic. Now, Ibanez brings you the JEMJR, infusing the legendary model with modern playability and tone at an affordable price. The JEMJR's meranti mahogany body provides full, balanced tone with singing sustain. A bolt on Wizard III maple neck offers a slim, fast profile for blistering leads and complex chords. The jatoba fingerboard features Vai's iconic "Tree of Life" inlay for a touch of mojo.

Quantum Power for Aggressive Playing

The JEMJR harnesses a trio of hard charging Ibanez Quantum pickups. A Quantum humbucker at the bridge delivers tight, high output tone for aggressive rhythm and leads. The single-coil Quantum in the middle adds quack and cut, while a neck humbucker provides warm, rounded tone for complex chords and solos. A 5-way switch lets you access a variety of tones from subtle to savage.

Double Locking Tremolo for Extreme Stability

The JEMJR features Ibanez's rock solid double locking tremolo bridge for extreme tuning stability under heavy whammy bar use. Once the strings are locked at the nut and bridge, you'll experience minimal detuning even with the most extreme tremolo techniques. Combined with the locking tuners, this system keeps the JEMJR in tune through the most punishing gig.

Ergonomic Handle and Claw for Comfort

Like the original JEM, the JEMJR features Vai's famous "monkey grip" handle, providing a comfortable way to maneuver the guitar. It also sports the JEM's distinctive "lion's claw" tremolo cavity, allowing easy access to the tremolo arm. These ergonomic touches make the JEMJR a pleasure to play during even the longest gigs.

Ibanez JEMJR Steve Vai Signature Electric Guitar Black
Ibanez JEMJR Steve Vai Signature Electric Guitar Black
Ibanez JEMJR Steve Vai Signature Electric Guitar Black
Features
  • Mahogany body
  • Maple neck in a Wizard III profile
  • Jatoba fingerboard with a Tree of Life inlay
  • Quantum humbuckers at the bridge and neck and Quantum single coil at the middle
Specs
Body
  • Body type: Double cutaway
  • Body wood: Mahogany
Neck
  • Neck shape: Wizard III
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 25.5"
Fingerboard
  • Material: Jatoba
  • Radius: 15.75"
  • Fret size: Jumbo
  • Number of frets: 24
  • Inlays: Tree of Life
Electronics
  • Configuration: HSH
  • Neck: Proprietary humbucker
  • Middle: Proprietary single coil
  • Bridge: Proprietary humbucker
  • Control layout: Master volume, Master tone
  • Pickup switch: 5-way
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Tremolo/Vibrato
  • Bridge design: Double-locking tremolo
  • Tuning machines:
  • Color: Black
Other
  • Number of strings: 6 string
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Orientation: Right-handed
Warranty
Warranty terms vary. Check with manufacturer for specific product warranty.

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  1. Jamming2
  2. Practicing2
  3. Recording1
  4. Rock Concerts1
  5. School Bands1
Cons
  1. Fret Buzz2
  2. Craftsmanship1
  3. Poor Pick Up1
  4. No play ready1
Describe Yourself
  1. Novice3
  2. Experienced1
  3. Professional Musician1
Pros
  1. Fun To Play4
  2. Good Feel4
  3. Good Pick Up3
  4. Good Tone3
  5. Solid Electronics3

Reviewed by 5 customers

  • Wouldn't have bought this guitar if I saw the conditions

    2

    submitted5 months ago

    byJose

    fromNy

    To start, this guitar was only good after I made adjustments on it, when it first came in the action was horrible, one of the strings was broken, and overall so many issues with this guitar to the point where I had to pay get it fixed , also there was so many scratches on it, I imagine I didn't get a new one , I got a used guitar also a lot of fret buzz when I got it.

  • I LOVE this guitar

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted9 months ago

    bycaleb

    fromSan Jose ca

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    this guitar is by far my favorite one, I love there attention to detail, I would defentily recommend this guitar

  • Sold a floor model with missing whammy bar.

    2

    submitted3 years ago

    byAlex

    fromLA, CA

    Bought the guitar new and received a ground model that was dirty, used, and missing the whammy bar. Even the GC employee that helped me out was extremally confused at the quality of the guitar. When you order a new guitar, you should get a new guitar.

  • This is my favorite guitar now

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byDavid

    fromaurora colorado

    At first i had a few issues with tuning but i ended up fixing it later this is by far one of the best guitars i own some other guy left a review saying that it lost points for requiring assembly but i dont know what he is talking about the only thing i had to attach was the whammy bar

  • Not play ready

    3

    Verified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byRicardo

    fromSATX

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This is the third guitar I have purchased from GC and yet again the qc process of sending new guitars out to paying customer fell short of good. This a new guitar so there's is no reason for the neck needing to be adjusted as much as it was and the strings so loose that the bridge was completely bottomed out. I'm Sorry but if it's too much to ensure a product is ready for use out the box by the consumer, perhaps it's time to stop promoting GC as a musicians go to source. Get with the program and deliver quality service and satisfaction. Reminds me of the days when GC employees would break out guitars and do nothing to them, just place in a stand on the floor

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  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byIcyyULittle

    fromJackson mi

    Does this require assembly?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    No assembly required

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byAidan

    fromWarwick, RI

    What is the finish on the neck

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Semi gloss

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byPatrick

    fromSt. Louis Mo

    Hello! What is the nut width?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    1.7" / 43.0mm

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byEdward

    fromColorado Springs, Colorado

    When will this guitar be released after the pre-order?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Please give us a call for product availability 855-770-3373

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byBryan

    fromSpringdale, Arkansas

    Can you order this in different colors? If so what colors are available?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Please contact a Sales Agent for Special Order Placement

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byJOHNNYFV

    fromTexas

    When is the black Jem jr in stock?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    We aren't able to discuss the availability of items via this means of communication. Give us a call at 866-498-7882 and we can get you an accurate idea of when this will be back in stock.