Bensalem, PA – New for 2023, Ibanez unveils four special, limited-edition signature models at NAMM 2023.
PIA77BON
The new PIA77BON is a limited-edition Steve Vai signature model from Ibanez, commemorating 35 years of partnership between Steve Vai and Ibanez. The PIA77BON features a striking hydro-dipped multicolor swirl finish, which is the product of a newly developed process not ever used before on an Ibanez production model. Steve personally selected the palette of colors and swirl patterns featured in this new finish. His choices were inspired by his swirled Ibanez JEM and UV models of the past, while also wanting to create something both fresh and new. Steve has dubbed this new finish “Brilliance of Now (BON)”. The PIA77BON is the first PIA model to feature a swirled finish, making this anniversary model an extra special addition Steve’s line of Ibanez signature models.
Features
- 5pc Maple/Walnut neck
- Rosewood fretboard
- Alder Body
- Jumbo Stainless Steel frets with Prestige fret edge treatment
- DiMarzio® UtoPIA™ pickups
- Gotoh® machine heads
- Lo-Pro Edge tremolo
- High-pass filter on volume control (push/pull)
- Luminlay side dots
- Hardshell case included
- Petal Grip
- Magnetic Tremolo Cavity Plate
- Scalloped Fingerboard on 21-24 Frets
- Ultralite Tremolo Arm™ included
- Special Plate inside hardshell case"
LIST PRICE: $11,333.32
ESTIMATED STREET PRICE: $8499.99
JS3CR
2023 marks the 35th anniversary of the Ibanez JS line, the iconic signature guitar series of world-renowned multi-platinum recording artist and guitarist Joe Satriani. To commemorate this very special anniversary, Joe and Ibanez have collaborated once again to release the new Ibanez JS3CR. The JS3CR takes inspiration from the entire legacy of the JS line, and its specs illustrate Joe’s desire to create a new model that both nods to the past while also embracing new innovations. It features the classic 22-fret JS neck of the original JS models, along with return of the two full-sized humbucker pickup configuration. The Ibanez JS3CR also features the return of a basswood body in the chrome-finished JS lineup. The DiMarzio Satchur8 bridge and PAF Pro neck pickup combination was carefully chosen by Joe in order to offer the best tonal combination with the JS3CR’s basswood body. The combination of specs and aesthetics help the JS3CR become the modern day successor to one of Joe’s most beloved and recognized guitars, his JS “Chrome Boy”.
Features
- Maple neck
- Rosewood fretboard
- Basswood Body
- Medium frets with Prestige fret edge treatment
- DiMarzio® PAF Pro® / DiMarzio® Satchur8™ pickups
- Gotoh® machine heads
- Edge tremolo
- High-Pass filter on volume control
- Coil-tap switch on tone control (push/pull)
- Hardshell case included
- Ultralite Tremolo Arm™ included
- Chrome Finish"
LIST PRICE: $7199.99
ESTIMATED STREET PRICE: $5399.99
JS1BKP
Over the last few years, Ibanez signature artist Joe Satriani has become very inspired and intrigued by the history and visual aesthetic of what is commonly known in the west as the “Paisley” pattern. Working from this inspiration, Joe created a design for a Paisley JS, featuring original hand-drawn paisley pattern elements while experimenting with the scale and size of the elements themselves. This combination creates something that looks both original, yet still familiar. Joe commissioned the Ibanez Los Angeles Custom Shop to create the guitar, who were able to make Joe’s design into a reality. Since then, the custom JS Paisley has recently become a staple of Joe’s touring guitar lineup, and Joe has used it live all around the world. Working together with Joe, Ibanez has been able to turn Joe’s custom one-off guitar into a limited-edition production model, the Ibanez JS1BKP. Joe is particularly pleased by how this new guitar has turned out, and both he and Ibanez are extremely excited to be able to offer this new model to the public.
Features
- 3pc Maple Bubinga neck
- Rosewood fretboard
- Alder Body
- Medium frets with Prestige fret edge treatment
- SUSTAINIAC® Driver / DiMarzio® Satchur8™ pickups
- Gotoh® machine heads
- Edge tremolo
- 3-way mini switch for Sustainiac mode select
- High-pass filter on volume control (push/pull)
- Sustainiac switch on tone control (push/pull)
- Hardshell case included
- Ultralite Tremolo Arm™ included"
LIST PRICE: $4666.65
ESTIMATED STREET PRICE: $3499.99
PS3CM
To celebrate the 45th anniversary of the Ibanez PS10, the original signature model for the celebrated front man of the legendary rock band KISS and Ibanez Signature Artist Paul Stanley, Ibanez and Paul have teamed up once again for the release of a special limited-edition anniversary model, the PS3CM. Using pieces of black mirror acrylic, Ibanez have painstakingly recreated the look of Paul’s classic “cracked mirror” PS, but with an added visual twist. The black acrylic pieces of shattered mirror help give this model the appearance of a “cracked” PS10. Each piece of black mirror acrylic has been cut to be an exact match to its corresponding piece on Paul’s original Cracked Mirror PS, and affixed to the guitar at the very same angle. Both Paul and Ibanez are very proud to offer the new limited-edition Ibanez PS3CM as the latest addition to the storied lineage of the Ibanez PS.
Features
- 3pc Maple neck
- Ebony fretboard
- Medium frets with Prestige fret edge treatment
- Maple top / African Mahogany body
- Seymour Duncan® '59 model™ / Custom 5™ pickups
- Gotoh® machine heads
- Gotoh® GE103B-T bridge
- Gotoh® GE101Z-T tailpiece
- Hardshell case included
- The ”Cracked Mirror”"
LIST PRICE: $9333.32
ESTIMATED STREET PRICE: $6999.99
Also new for 2023, Ibanez unveils three new additions to their signature guitar lineup at the 2023 NAMM show.
LB1-WH
Soon after the very successful release of her first Ibanez signature model, the LB1VL, Ibanez signature artist Lari Basilio felt that another finish for this great guitar would help to heighten its appeal even further. Although she felt it was best that the specs of the LB1 remained unchanged, she wanted add the classic white finish as an option. With that, the Ibanez LB1 is now available in both the original Violet and a new White finishes.
Features
- Oval C S-TECH WOOD Roasted Birdseye Maple fretboard & neck
- Jumbo Stainless Steel frets with Prestige fret edge treatment
- Ash body
- Seymour Duncan® Lari Basilio S-S-H pickups
- Gotoh® Magnum Lock w/H.A.P. machine heads
- Gotoh® T1702B tremolo
- dyna-MIX9 switching system with Alter Switch
- Luminlay side dots
- Compound Radius Fretboard (9” to 12”)
- Hardshell case included
- Finish: White
LIST PRICE: $3599.99
ESTIMATED STREET PRICE: $2699.99
MMN1
As his musical activities have diversified, Martin Miller began to see the need for a true single coil neck pickup sound in his stable of instruments. This also happened to coincide with the release of the AZ-N series. After requesting one to test out, Martin really liked the features such as the Seymour Duncan Fortuna pickups, non-recessed bridge, and compound radius fretboard. Martin was so impressed in fact, that he decided to make the AZ-N the foundation for his latest signature design, the MMN1. In keeping with his previous guitars, this one is finished in transparent aqua blue, preserving the signature Martin Miller look.
Features
- Oval C S-TECH WOOD Roasted Maple neck
- Rosewood fretboard
- Jumbo Stainless Steel frets with Prestige fret edge treatment
- Flamed Maple (4mm) top / African Mahogany body
- Seymour Duncan® Fortuna™ S-S-H pickups
- Gotoh® MG-T locking machine heads
- Gotoh® T1702B tremolo
- dyna-MIX9 switching system with Alter Switch
- Luminlay side dots
- Non-recessed bridge cavity
- 5 tremolo springs
- Compound Radius Fretboard (9” to 12”)
- Super All Access Neck Joint
- Ergonomic rear body contour
- Hard shell case included
LIST PRICE: $3466.65
ESTIMATED STREET PRICE: $2599.99
ICHI00
Internet guitar Phenom Ichika and Ibanez released his first signature model last year, and the Q-based ICHI10 has gone on to become one of the more popular Ibanez signature models. The concept for his latest signature was to develop an instrument based on one of Ichika’s favorite guitars, one that he has also been closely associated with, the Ibanez Talman. The new instrument is based on the TM1730, but with a few modern updates including a roasted maple neck and original ICHI-S single coil pickups. Another factor that was extremely important to Ichika was the instrument’s price point. He was adamant in wanting to make it accessible for his fans, so he worked closely with Ibanez to make the guitar as affordable as possible.
Features
- Wizard C Roasted Maple neck
- Rosewood fretboard
- Medium frets
- Nyatoh body
- ICHI-S pickups
- Gotoh® MG-T locking machine heads
- T106 tremolo
- Luminescent side dots
LIST PRICE: $933.32
ESTIMATED STREET PRICE: $699.99
