Ibanez JS1GD

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Ibanez JS1GD

Ibanez

JS1GD

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Product Info

Article Number: 610247
Brand: Ibanez
Model: JS1GD
Price: $6,598.90

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This JS1GD is a meticulously crafted instrument built for players who demand extreme performance and Satriani’s signature tones. The combination of the alder body, bubinga-reinforced neck, and high-output pickups provides a powerful and articulate sound, while the Sustainiac adds a unique dimension for expressive playing. It's a premium-priced, focused tool for advanced players and dedicated Satriani fans.

Product Description

  • Ibanez JS1GD
  • Electric Guitar
  • Joe Satriani Signature Model
  • Body: Alder
  • Bbolt-on 3-piece neck: Maple / bubinga
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Mother of pearl fingerboard inlays
  • Neck profile: JS - neck thickness at 1st fret: 20 mm
  • at 12th fret: 22.3 mm
  • Fingerboard radius: 250 mm (9.84")
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
  • Nut width: 42.8 mm
  • 24 Medium frets with Prestige
  • Pickups: 1 Sustaniac Driver (neck) and 1 DiMarzio The Satchur8 Humbucker (bridge)
  • Volume control with push/pull function for Hi-Pass
  • Tone control with push/pull function for Sustainiac On/Off
  • 3-Way Sustainiac switch
  • Edge Tremolo including Ultralite tremolo arm
  • Strings: DAddario EXL110
  • Colour: Gold
  • Includes case
  • Made in Japan
PROS
  • • Alder body delivers a resonant, balanced tone suitable for a wide range of styles.
  • • Bubinga-reinforced maple neck provides exceptional stability and sustain.
  • • DiMarzio The Satchur8 humbucker delivers Satriani's signature high-output, articulate sound.
  • • Prestige fretwork ensures effortless playability and precise intonation across the entire fretboard.
CONS
  • • The gold finish, while visually striking, is prone to fingerprints and requires diligent care.
  • • The Sustainiac system adds significant weight, making it less comfortable for extended playing sessions.
  • • The highly specialized nature limits versatility for players seeking a more general-purpose instrument.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Maple / Bubinga
Fingerboard Rosewood with Mother of Pearl Inlays
Pickups DiMarzio The Satchur8 (bridge), Sustainiac Driver (neck)
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5")
Frets 24 Medium
Bridge Edge Tremolo with Ultralite Tremolo Arm
Weight 4.2 kg (approximately 9.3 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It uses a driver to vibrate the strings, creating sustain without external amplification; it takes practice to control effectively, but the results are rewarding.
The neck profile is carefully graded, maintaining a comfortable feel from the 1st to the 24th fret, though the thickness does increase slightly as specified.
The volume knob’s push/pull engages a hi-pass filter for tighter lows, while the tone knob controls Sustainiac on/off, offering tonal flexibility.

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