Ibanez JSM20-BKL
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Ibanez
JSM20-BKL
Product Info
Article Number:
429045
Brand:
Ibanez
Model:
JSM20-BKL
Category:
Semiacoustic Guitars
Price:
$1,222.10
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This JSM20-BKL is a fantastic semi-acoustic option for players seeking Scofield's signature tone. The maple body and ebony board combo delivers a bright, snappy response, while the Super 58 pickups handle everything from clean jazz to blistering rock. It’s a premium-priced instrument, but offers excellent value for the quality and versatility it provides.
Product Description
- Ibanez JSM20-BKL
- Electric Guitar
- John Scofield Signature model
- Body: Maple
- 3-Piece neck: Maple / Nyatoh (Palaquium spp.)
- Fretboard: Ebony (Diospyros ebenum)
- Nut width: 43 mm
- Scale: 628 mm
- 22 Medium frets with Artstar fret edge treatment
- Pickup: 2 Super 58 humbuckers
- ART-1 bridge
- Quik Change III tailpiece
- Gold-plated hardware
- Colour: Black
- Case included
PROS
- • Maple body delivers focused, articulate tone with excellent sustain
- • Ebony fretboard provides a slick, fast playing experience with clarity
- • Super 58 pickups offer a versatile range, from clean to overdriven grit
- • Quik Change III tailpiece allows for swift and easy string changes
CONS
- • Maple body can feel somewhat dense, potentially impacting long playing comfort
- • Nyatoh in the neck can sometimes exhibit a slight graininess under the finish
- • Scale length might feel a bit short for players used to longer scales
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Maple
Neck Material
Maple / Nyatoh
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Super 58 Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm (24.7 in)
Frets
22 Medium
Bridge
ART-1
Weight
4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s more focused than a full hollow, offering less boom and more direct acoustic projection – ideal for controlled stage volume.
They’re moderately high output, providing plenty of gain without being overly muddy, retaining clarity even with distortion.
The neck profile is a comfortable, modern C shape; while 43mm at the nut, it's generally accommodating, though players with very large hands might find it slightly snug.
