Sterling by Music Man JP157DFM Purple Nebula

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Sterling by Music Man JP157DFM Purple Nebula

Sterling by Music Man

JP157DFM Purple Nebula

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 609693
Model: JP157DFM Purple Nebula
Price: $2,308.90

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This Sterling JP157DFM is a seriously capable 7-string – a great entry point to the John Petrucci world. The roasted maple neck and DiMarzio pickups offer a modern, aggressive tone perfect for progressive metal and technical playing. It's a fantastic option for players wanting high-performance features without the ultra-premium price tag.

Product Description

  • Sterling by Music Man JP157DFM Purple Nebula
  • 7-String Electric Guitar
  • John Petrucci (Dream Theater) Signature model
  • Body: Nyatoh
  • Top: Flamed maple
  • Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Fingerboard radius: 400 mm (15.75")
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.51")
  • 24 frets
  • Pickups: 1 DiMarzio Crunch Lab humbucker (bridge) and 1 DiMarzio LiquiFire (neck)
  • 1 x Control with push/push function for volume boost
  • 1 x Tone control
  • 3-Way toggle switch
  • Modern tremolo
  • Black hardware
  • Locking machine heads
  • Strings: Ernie Ball 2621 Regular Slinky 7 String
  • Colour: Purple Nebula
  • Includes gig bag
PROS
  • • Roasted maple neck offers exceptional stability and feel.
  • • DiMarzio pickups deliver aggressive crunch and soaring clarity.
  • • Nyatoh body provides a balanced tone with good sustain.
  • • Modern tremolo allows for expressive vibrato without tuning issues.
CONS
  • • Nyatoh body, while good, lacks the premium resonance of mahogany.
  • • Purple Nebula finish might be polarizing for some players.
  • • Bolt-on neck, while stable, lacks the inherent warmth of a set-neck.

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Key Features

Body Material Nyatoh
Neck Material Roasted Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups DiMarzio Crunch Lab (Bridge), DiMarzio LiquiFire (Neck)
Scale Length 648 mm (25.51")
Frets 24
Bridge Modern Tremolo
Weight 8.5 lbs (estimated)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a more modern design, generally easier to adjust and restring than a traditional Floyd Rose, offering a smoother feel.
Absolutely, the roasting process stabilizes the wood, reducing moisture-related warping and improving overall neck feel and longevity.
The Crunch Lab and LiquiFire combination are designed for it – they retain clarity and punch even with heavy distortion and lower tunings.

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