Ibanez Signature Steve Vai JEMJRL Left-Handed Electric Guitar White B-
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- SKU
- JEMJRLWH-B6331
- Color
- White
Description
Sound & Tone
The ceramic Quantum humbuckers at neck and bridge give this JEM a tight, high-output voice with cutting attack and sustain that holds up under gain, while the passive alnico single-coil in the middle position offers a softer, more articulate cleaner tone for chordal and in-between sounds. A meranti body, bolt-on maple neck and jatoba fretboard with jumbo frets support clear note separation and quick lead phrasing across the 25.5" scale and 24 frets, and the double locking tremolo keeps pitch stable through heavy vibrato and dive-bomb work. It's aimed squarely at left-handed players working in modern rock, metal and progressive styles, where fast legato lines, wide-interval leads and expressive whammy technique are central.
Ibanez Signature Steve Vai JEMJRL Left-Handed Electric Guitar White B-Stock
The JEMJRL delivers the iconic ergonomics and performance specifications of Steve Vai's signature instrument in a left-handed configuration, built for studio and stage recording work. The Wizard III Maple neck provides a fast, articulate feel across its 25.5" scale, while the distinctive monkey grip and lion's claw rout define the JEM's unmistakable upper-body design. This white B-stock unit ships factory-tuned and ready to track.
Playability & Neck Design
The Wizard III Maple neck paired with a Jatoba fretboard and jumbo frets creates a smooth, responsive platform for clean tracking across the neck and rapid position shifts in the studio. Neck dimensions are precisely voiced: 43mm nut width, 58mm width at the 24th fret, 19mm thickness at the first fret tapering to 21mm at the 12th, and a 400mm radius that balances comfort with control across the 24-fret span for recording precision.
Electronics & Hardware
Three Quantum pickups—dual ceramic humbuckers at neck and bridge flanking a passive alnico single-coil in the middle—deliver the tonal versatility essential to capturing everything from fat rhythm tones to articulate lead passes. The double locking tremolo bridge with cosmo black hardware ensures tuning stability through multiple takes and whammy passages, while 10.5mm string spacing provides precise pickup alignment and clean articulation in the mix.
Key Features
- Meranti body construction
- Wizard III Maple neck, bolt-on
- Jatoba fretboard with Tree of Life inlay
- 24 jumbo frets
- Quantum (H) neck pickup, Passive/Ceramic
- Quantum (S) middle pickup, Passive/Alnico
- Quantum (H) bridge pickup, Passive/Ceramic
- Double locking tremolo bridge
- Cosmo black hardware
- Signature monkey grip and lion's claw rout
- 648mm/25.5" scale length
- 10.5mm string spacing
The JEMJRL combines Steve Vai's signature playability refinements with a left-handed configuration, offering a serious recording platform for engineers and producers who need ergonomic precision and versatile tonal range across sessions.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections: a lot of dimples all over the front and back of the body. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this premium signature instrument at a significant B-Stock discount while maintaining full manufacturer warranty coverage.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Left handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Explorer |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Pickups | HSH |
| Bridge | Tremolo |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Left handed |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Country
- – Blues
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean, and will the cosmetic issues affect my playing?
B-Stock means this guitar is fully functional and carries full manufacturer warranty, but has minor cosmetic imperfections—in this case, dimples across the front and back of the body. These marks are purely superficial and have zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity.
Is this guitar suitable for beginners or intermediate players?
The JEMJRL is voiced for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its fast Wizard III Maple neck, aggressive pickup voicing, and premium feature set are optimized for progressive rock, hard rock, and metal—genres that demand technical precision and versatile high-output tones.
What pickups are in this guitar, and what tonal range do they cover?
The JEMJRL features three Quantum pickups: dual ceramic humbuckers at neck and bridge flanking a passive alnico single-coil in the middle. This combination delivers articulate cleans, versatile mid-range character, and high-output bridge tones suitable for everything from clean lead work to aggressive distortion-driven rhythms.
How does the double-locking tremolo perform during aggressive use?
The double-locking tremolo bridge with cosmo black hardware is engineered for tuning stability during aggressive whammy work. Combined with the tight locking nut and 25.5" scale length, it maintains pitch accuracy even through demanding performance or recording sessions.
What are the neck dimensions, and who benefits from this design?
The Wizard III Maple neck measures 43mm at the nut, 58mm at the 24th fret, with a 19mm thickness at the first fret tapering to 21mm at the 12th, and a 400mm radius. This balanced profile suits rapid position shifts and lead work across the 24-fret span, especially for players accustomed to modern shred-oriented designs.
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