Music Man Petrucci JP15 7 Amber Waves FT
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Music Man
Petrucci JP15 7 Amber Waves FT
Product Info
Article Number:
618372
Brand:
Music Man
Model:
Petrucci JP15 7 Amber Waves FT
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$5,058.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This JP15 7 is a serious instrument built for the modern virtuoso. The roasted maple neck feels fantastic, and the Illuminator pickups combined with the piezo system offer a huge range of sounds, from searing metal leads to surprisingly nuanced acoustic tones. It's a top-tier guitar for players demanding high performance and a unique sonic palette.
Product Description
- Music Man Petrucci JP15 7 Amber Waves FT
- 7-String Electric Guitar
- John Petrucci (Dream Theater) signature model
- Body: Okoume
- Top: Flamed maple
- Neck: Roasted flamed maple
- Fingerboard: Roasted flamed maple
- Fingerboard inlays: Custom JP15
- Scale: 649 mm
- 24 medium jumbo frets
- Pickup: 2 DiMarzio Illuminator Humbucker and Piezosystem
- Active Music Man preamp
- 2 volume control (Push/Push for gain boost)
- 1 tone control (Push/Push for passive sound)
- 2 x 3-way switch for piezo/humbucker (1 = piezo active
- 2 = humbucker + piezo active
- 3 = humbucker only)
- Music Man piezo floating tremolo
- Schaller machine heads
- Black hardware
- Standard strings: 10p - 13p - 17p - 26 - 36 - 46 - 56
- Colour: Amber Waves
- Includes Mono Cases gig bag
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Okoume body provides a resonant, balanced tonal foundation.
- • Roasted maple neck and fretboard offer exceptional stability and playability.
- • DiMarzio Illuminators deliver high-output, articulate modern metal tones.
- • Music Man piezo system adds surprising acoustic versatility and cleans.
CONS
- • The extended scale length demands a comfortable reach and adjusted technique.
- • The complex controls can be overwhelming for less experienced players.
- • Premium-priced, placing it beyond the reach of many aspiring musicians.
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Key Features
Body Material
Okoume with flamed maple top
Neck Material
Roasted flamed maple
Fingerboard
Roasted flamed maple
Pickups
DiMarzio Illuminator humbuckers and Music Man piezo system
Scale Length
649 mm
Frets
24 medium jumbo
Bridge
Music Man piezo floating tremolo
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The piezo system blends with the humbuckers, adding a natural acoustic dimension; it’s excellent for clean passages or layering a subtle warmth and shimmer.
The longer scale length does require some adjustment, especially for those with smaller hands; it’s best suited for players with experience and a willingness to adapt.
The craftsmanship is exceptional, with meticulous attention to detail and a flawless finish; you can feel the quality in every aspect of the instrument’s construction.
