Ibanez PIA3761C
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Ibanez
PIA3761C
Product Info
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This Ibanez PIA3761C is a seriously well-built instrument, clearly designed for players wanting that modern, high-flying shred vibe. The neck profile is comfortable and fast, and those UtoPIA pickups really nail Steve Vai’s sonic signature. It's a premium-priced guitar, but if you’re chasing that specific sound and feel, it’s a worthwhile investment.
Product Description
- Ibanez PIA3761C
- Electric Guitar
- Steve Vai PIA Signature model
- Body: Alder
- 5-Piece bolt-on neck: Maple/walnut
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- PIA Blossom fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: PIA - thickness at 1st fret: 18 mm / 12th fret: 20 mm
- Scale: 648 mm (25.51")
- Fretboard radius: 430 mm (16.93")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.69")
- Locking nut
- 24 Jumbo stainless steel frets
- Pickups: 2 DiMarzio UtoPIA humbuckers (bridge and neck) and 1 DiMarzio UtoPIA single coil (middle)
- Volume and tone controls
- 5-Way switch
- White pearloid pickguard
- Edge tremolo
- Gotoh tuners
- Chrome hardware
- Strings: D'Addarío EXL120 009 - .042
- Colour: Blue Powder
- Incl. case
- Made in Japan
PROS
- • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • DiMarzio UtoPIA pickups deliver Vai’s signature high-output, articulate sound.
- • Maple/walnut 5-piece neck offers exceptional stability and a smooth playing feel.
- • Edge tremolo system provides reliable tuning stability despite aggressive use.
CONS
- • The PIA Blossom inlays, while visually striking, might not appeal to all tastes.
- • The weight, typical of alder bodies, can be a factor for extended playing sessions.
- • The tonal versatility, while good, is inherently geared towards Vai's style.
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Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple/Walnut
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
DiMarzio UtoPIA (HSH)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.51 in)
Frets
24 Jumbo Stainless Steel
Bridge
Edge Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Edge is a more refined, locking tremolo offering better tuning stability and a smoother feel compared to many Floyd Rose designs, especially when diving.
The PIA neck profile is surprisingly accommodating; the 43mm nut width and gradual taper make it playable for a wide range of hand sizes, though it’s not as thin as some Ibanez models.
The powder coating is quite durable, offering good protection against scratches and chips compared to gloss finishes, but it’s still advisable to protect it with polish and care.
