Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 8 DR SPK
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John Petrucci Majesty 8 DR SPK
Product Info
Article Number:
544930
Brand:
Music Man
Model:
John Petrucci Majesty 8 DR SPK
Category:
Signature Guitars
Price:
$5,388.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Majesty 8 is a beast of a guitar – seriously powerful and capable. John Petrucci clearly designed this for shredders and progressive metal players who need a wide range of tones and impeccable playability. The multiscale design and active preamp really elevate the experience, but it's an investment.
Product Description
- Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 8 DR SPK
- 8-String Multiscale Electric Guitar
- John Petrucci Signature Model
- Okoume body
- Mahogany neck (neck-thru)
- Ebony fretboard
- 24 Stainless steel medium jumbo frets
- Scale: 25.5" (648 mm)- 27" (686 mm)
- 17" Radius
- 57.2 mm Nut width
- Schaller M6-IND locking machine heads
- DiMarzio Custom Dreamcatcher and Custom Rainmaker Slanted humbucker pickups
- Custom Music Man Piezo hardtail bridge with chevron cover and steel saddles
- Custom Music Man active preamp
- Push/pull volume for gain boost
- 500k ohm push/pull passive tone for 2 custom pickup configurations - . 022µF tone capacitor
- Switch: 3-Way pickup switch with custom centre position
- 3-Way switch for selection between piezo and magnetic
- Push/pull mono/stereo output
- Black hardware
- Finish: Sanguine Red
- Soft case included
- String gauges: 10p-13p-16.5p-24w-32-44-58-74
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Okoume/Mahogany combo delivers warmth and sustain beautifully.
- • Dreamcatcher/Rainmaker pairing offers incredible tonal versatility.
- • Multiscale design optimizes string tension across 8 strings.
- • Piezo bridge adds acoustic realism and expanded sonic options.
CONS
- • The sheer weight will be a factor for extended playing sessions.
- • High-end price point makes it inaccessible for many players.
- • Active preamp demands reliable power and can be complex to dial in.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume with Mahogany Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
DiMarzio Custom Dreamcatcher (neck) & Rainmaker (bridge)
Scale Length
25.5" (648 mm) - 27" (686 mm) (Multiscale)
Frets
24 Stainless Steel Medium Jumbo
Bridge
Custom Music Man Piezo Hardtail with Chevron Cover
Weight
9.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The piezo adds a natural acoustic quality, blending well with the magnetic pickups for hybrid tones or offering a clean, unplugged sound.
While it offers a lot of control, the preamp is fairly straightforward once you understand the basic functions; a little experimentation goes a long way.
It optimizes string tension, making lower strings easier to fret and improving overall feel, which can be a noticeable upgrade even for beginners.
