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Ibanez JEM77P Steve Vai Guitar Blue Floral Pattern B-Stock vs Ibanez JIVA10 Nita Strauss Guitar Deep Space Blonde B-Stock
The JEM77P is Steve Vai's signature model optimized for expressive, versatile rock and progressive playing, while the JIVA10 is Nita Strauss's design tailored for aggressive metal and hard rock with a tighter, more direct control layout. Choose the JEM77P for speed with tonal nuance and dynamic expression; pick the JIVA10 for maximum aggression and simplicity in modern heavy music.
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Ibanez JEM77P Steve Vai Guitar Blue Floral Pattern B-Stock
Ibanez JIVA10 Nita Strauss Guitar Deep Space Blonde B-Stock
Specs side by side
| Ibanez JEM77P Steve Vai Guitar Blue Floral Pattern B-Stock | Ibanez JIVA10 Nita Strauss Guitar Deep Space Blonde B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,359.99 | $1,399.00 |
| Brand | Ibanez | Ibanez |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Maple | Ebony |
| Neck | Unknown / Other | Unknown / Other |
| Pickup Configuration | HSH | — |
| Bridge | Tremolo | Tremolo |
| Year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose Ibanez JEM77P Steve Vai Guitar Blue Floral Pattern B-Stock
- ✓ 5-position pickup switching with independent volume and tone controls for greater tonal flexibility
- ✓ Monkey Grip handle and thin flat neck profile enhance comfort during extended performance
- ✓ Gravity Storm humbuckers plus Evolution middle single-coil deliver Vai's signature articulate, expressive midrange
- ✓ Established signature model with proven track record in rock and progressive genres
Why choose Ibanez JIVA10 Nita Strauss Guitar Deep Space Blonde B-Stock
- ✓ Sub-8 lb weight and balanced ergonomics reduce fatigue during aggressive playing
- ✓ Simplified Master Volume and Master Tone signal path provides direct, responsive tone
- ✓ HSH with True Velvet middle single-coil excels at tight lows and shimmering cleans ideal for metal
- ✓ Ebony fingerboard and 15.7" neck radius with luminescent side dots designed for speed and precision in darkness
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is lighter and better for long gigs?
The JIVA10 weighs sub-8 lb with balanced ergonomics specifically designed to reduce fatigue, making it the lighter choice for extended stage work. The JEM77P emphasizes comfort through its Monkey Grip and flat neck profile but is not described with a specific weight target.
How do the control layouts differ?
The JEM77P offers a 5-way pickup switch with independent volume and tone controls, giving you per-pickup tonal shaping. The JIVA10 strips this down to Master Volume and Master Tone only, keeping the signal path simpler and more direct for faster response.
Which pickup configuration suits metal better?
The JIVA10's HSH configuration with tight-low-end DiMarzio custom humbuckers and True Velvet middle is explicitly voiced for metal's aggressive attack. The JEM77P's Gravity Storm humbuckers with Evolution middle lean toward clarity and expression rather than raw aggression.
Are there neck or scale differences?
The JIVA10 features a 25.5" scale length with 15.7" neck radius optimized for speed and precision, while the JEM77P uses a 5-piece Wizard Premium neck without specified scale or radius. Both have 24 jumbo frets, but the JIVA10's specs are more explicitly designed for rapid technique.