Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 8 BS
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John Petrucci Majesty 8 BS
Product Info
Article Number:
591102
Brand:
Music Man
Model:
John Petrucci Majesty 8 BS
Category:
Signature Guitars
Price:
$5,388.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Majesty 8 is a powerhouse, clearly built for the modern progressive metal player. The multi-scale design and DiMarzio pickups offer incredible clarity and aggression, while the piezo system opens up a world of acoustic textures. It’s a premium-priced instrument, but the build quality and versatility justify the investment for serious players.
Product Description
- Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 8 BS
- 8-String Multiscale Electric Guitar
- John Petrucci (Dream Theater) Signature Model
- Body: Okoume
- Neck-thru-body neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Fingerboard radius: 17"
- Multi-scale scale: 648 - 686 mm (25.5" - 27")
- Nut width: 57.2 mm
- 24 Medium jumbo stainless steel frets
- Pickups: 2 DiMarzio Custom Dreamcatcher and Custom Rainmaker Slanted humbuckers and Piezo system
- Custom Music Man piezo hardtail bridge with Chevron cover and steel saddles
- Active Custom Music Man preamp
- Volume control with push/pull function for gain boost
- Passive 500 kOhm tone control with push/pull function for 2 custom pickup configurations
- .022 µF capacitor
- 3-Way pickup switch with custom middle position
- 3-Way switch for selection between piezo and magnetic with push/pull function for mono/stereo output
- Schaller M6-IND locking machine heads
- Chrome-plated hardware
- Strings: 10p - 13p - 16.5p - 24w - 32 - 44 - 58 - 74
- Colour: Blue Silk
- Includes soft case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Okoume body provides excellent resonance and sustain, surprisingly lightweight for an 8-string.
- • DiMarzio Dreamcatcher/Rainmaker combo delivers crushing high-gain and articulate cleans.
- • Multi-scale design minimizes fret buzz and optimizes string tension across all 8 strings.
- • Piezo system adds acoustic realism and expands tonal possibilities significantly.
CONS
- • The substantial weight can be fatiguing during extended playing sessions.
- • Active preamp demands a reliable power source and may introduce noise in certain setups.
- • The complex controls offer immense flexibility but require time to master fully.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
DiMarzio Custom Dreamcatcher (bridge), Custom Rainmaker (neck), Piezo System
Scale Length
648 mm - 686 mm (25.5 in - 27 in)
Frets
24 Medium Jumbo Stainless Steel
Bridge
Custom Music Man Piezo Hardtail with Chevron Cover and Steel Saddles
Weight
Approximately 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The piezo system can be blended with the magnetic pickups for a hybrid tone, or used entirely on its own for a clean, acoustic sound.
Like most active preamps, it *can* exhibit some noise depending on your setup, but it’s generally well-managed; it uses a standard 9V battery or 18V adapter.
The varied scale lengths reduce fret buzz and improve intonation, especially on the lower strings, leading to a more consistent feel across the entire fretboard.
