Ibanez Jem Junior Steve Vai Left Handed Electric Guitar in White

The Ibanez Jem Junior is an electric guitar that brings Steve Vai's iconic JEM design to a more accessible level while retaining its distinctive character. This left-handed model in white features the legendary Monkey Grip handle cutout in the body, one of the most recognisable elements of the JEM series. It is designed to offer the feel and aesthetic of the original instruments that have been prominent in rock and metal for decades, making a piece of guitar history available to a wider range of players. The guitar is built with a Meranti body and features a fast, flat Wizard III maple neck, which is known for its playability and strength. The fretboard is made from Jatoba, a hardwood that provides a rich mid-range and crisp highs, complemented by 24 jumbo frets and the intricate Tree of Life inlay pattern. Its electronics comprise a versatile H-S-H configuration with Quantum pickups: a ceramic humbucker at the neck, an Alnico single-coil in the middle, and a ceramic humbucker at the bridge, all controlled via a 5-way selector, volume, and tone knobs. Hardware includes a double-locking bridge and locking nut for stable tuning. This model is ideally suited for intermediate players or fans of Steve Vai's style looking for a left-handed instrument with professional features. Its design facilitates high-speed playing and technical riffing, making it a practical choice for rock, metal, and fusion genres. The combination of its distinctive looks, comfortable neck profile, and reliable hardware ensures it can handle both practice sessions and live performances effectively.