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Pre-owned Ibanez PIA – Steve Vai Signature
The Ibanez PIA is the next chapter in the legendary partnership between Steve Vai and Ibanez. Designed as an evolution of the iconic JEM, the PIA refines everything that made the original famous and introduces a more elegant, modern aesthetic. With its newly sculpted Petal Grip, stunning PIA Blossom inlay, reimagined Lion’s Claw tremolo cavity, and DiMarzio UtoPIA pickups, this guitar reflects Steve’s vision for an instrument that delivers exceptional performance and artistic beauty.
“Some guitars are built for performance, some for aesthetic. These instruments are the best of both worlds... and perhaps the universe.” – Steve Vai
Key Features
• PIA Blossom fingerboard inlay created for this signature model
• Luminlay side dots for visibility on dark stages
• Scalloped fingerboard on frets 21 to 24 for advanced control and expression
• Ultralite Tremolo Arm included
• Exclusive Petal Grip with a smooth, contemporary design
• Gotoh machine heads for rock-solid tuning
• Includes original hardshell case
Signature Design Elements
PIA Blossom Inlay
Elegant and expressive, the PIA Blossom inlay showcases Steve Vai’s artistic identity while giving the guitar a refined, premium look.
Petal Grip
A modern reinterpretation of the classic handle design. The Petal Grip offers improved balance, a sleek contour, and symbolizes unity and connection.
DiMarzio UtoPIA Pickups
These pickups reflect Vai’s latest tonal preferences. They deliver smooth highs, focused lows, and a sculpted midrange that responds beautifully to both clean passages and high-gain playing. Their custom aesthetic also complements the PIA’s overall design.
Edge Tremolo with Lion’s Claw Cavity
The Edge tremolo provides exceptional stability and expressive range, while the redesigned Lion’s Claw cavity allows deeper pitch movement with amazing sensitivity and control.
Magnetic Tremolo Cavity Plate
The rear plate is magnetically attached, making string changes and tremolo adjustments fast and effortless.
Specifications
• Neck Type: PIA 5pc Maple/Walnut
• Body: Alder
• Fretboard: Rosewood with PIA Blossom inlay
• Frets: Jumbo stainless steel with Prestige edge treatment
• Number of Frets: 24
• Bridge: Edge tremolo
• String Spacing: 10.8 mm
• Neck Pickup: DiMarzio UtoPIA (H) Passive Ceramic
• Middle Pickup: DiMarzio UtoPIA (S) Passive Alnico
• Bridge Pickup: DiMarzio UtoPIA (H) Passive Ceramic
• Factory Tuning: E Standard
• Strings: D'Addario EXL120 (.009 to .042)
• Nut: Locking
• Hardware Color: Gold
• Scale Length: 648 mm / 25.5 inch
