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Ibanez Nita Strauss Signature JIVAJR - Deep Sea Blonde

Solidbody Electric Guitar with Meranti Body, Maple Top, Maple Neck, Ebony Fingerboard, 2 Humbucking Pickups, 1 Single-coil Pickup, and Edge-Zero II Tremolo - Deep Sea Blonde
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A Lower-cost Version of Nita Strauss’s Signature Axe

A lower-cost version of Nita Strauss’s signature JIVA10, the Ibanez JIVAJR boasts the same basic design as its predecessor — it’s sleek, aggressive, and built for speed. A visually arresting quilted maple top rests upon a resonant meranti body, while an ebony-capped maple neck ensures effortless playability. For sonic tenacity, you get two Quantum humbuckers and one Quantum single-coil pickup complete with 5-way switching. Topped off with an Edge-Zero II tremolo and an eye-grabbing Beaten Path EKG-style fingerboard inlay, the JIVAJR Nita Strauss Signature will pummel every note you play into meek submission — it’s a serious sonic weapon.

Fast-playing Wizard III neck and ebony fingerboard

For many players, the Wizard neck profile has been what makes an Ibanez an Ibanez. And you'll find the third-generation Wizard III on the JIVAJR. Its incredibly thin contour is a favorite among fast, technical players, as it allows unfettered movement up and down the fretboard. Even if your runs begin in the open position and end at the highest frets, this neck won't get in your way, and higher fret access is enhanced by the contoured cutaway. Beyond that, the neck is capped with a luxurious ebony fingerboard, providing you with unbelievably smooth fretting.

Trio of Ibanez Quantum pickups covers an expansive sonic range

Ask any guitarist at Sweetwater to describe Ibanez's Quantum pickups in just a few words, and "articulate" and "hot" will probably be near the top of the list. You've got the tonal aggression you need for hard rock and lead lines, with a defined sound that helps individual notes ring through. Especially if you juggle rhythm and lead guitar roles, you should have the sonic flexibility you need with the Ibanez JIVAJR Nita Strauss Signature guitar.

Edge-Zero II tremolo delivers solid performance and stability

The Ibanez JIVAJR's Edge-Zero II tremolo gives you the fast response and snap you need to pull off sharp bends and vibrato. The extreme stability of this knife-edge-style trem's stud lock function is also one of the many reasons it's a favorite among many of today's top players. If you're looking for a guitar that can stand up to long, aggressive playing sessions without losing its tuning, you're going to love the JIVAJR.

Ibanez JIVAJR Nita Strauss Signature Features:

  • Lower-cost version of Nita Strauss’s signature JIVA10
  • Resonant meranti body topped with gorgeous quilted maple
  • Comfortable maple neck and smooth ebony fingerboard
  • 2 Quantum humbuckers and 1 Quantum single-coil give you a wide tonal range
  • Edge-Zero II tremolo for bending and diving while maintaining perfect intonation
  • Eye-grabbing Beaten Path EKG-style fingerboard inlay

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Tech Specs

  • General
  • Number of Strings 6
  • Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
  • Body
  • Body Type Solidbody
  • Body Shape Nita Strauss
  • Body Material Meranti
  • Top Material Quilted Maple
  • Body Finish Satin
  • Color Deep Sea Blonde
  • Neck
  • Neck Material Maple
  • Neck Shape Wizard III
  • Neck Joint Bolt-on
  • Radius 15.7"
  • Fingerboard Material Ebony
  • Fingerboard Inlay Beaten Path
  • Number of Frets 24, Jumbo
  • Scale Length 25.5"
  • Nut Width 1.692"
  • Nut Material Locking
  • Hardware
  • Bridge/Tailpiece Edge-Zero II Locking Tremolo
  • Tuners Closed Gear
  • Electronics
  • Neck Pickup Quantum Ceramic Humbucker
  • Middle Pickup Quantum Alnico Single-coil
  • Bridge Pickup Quantum Ceramic Humbucker
  • Controls 1 x master volume, 1 x master tone
  • Switching 5-way blade pickup switch
  • Miscellaneous
  • Strings D'Addario, .009-.042
  • Case/Gig Bag Sold Separately
  • Manufacturer Part Number: JIVAJRDSE

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Rated 5/5

Jr. Level Price, Performance Level Quality!!

Do not be fooled by the Jr name, This is no toy. With most of the same specs as the Jiva 10 this model is a shredder's Dream. The Deep sea blonde Color is a feast for the eyes with the Matching headstock to finish off the look. The Edge Zero II Tremolo stays in tune after the craziest dive-bombs and whammy bar tricks that you throw at it. The Beaten Path inlay almost steals the show with its unique pattern and EKG concept.
While the Jr. Model has the Ibanez Quantum pickups, they still can handle their own with crunchy, Brighter sounds from the bridge pickups, with warmer clean tones from the neck pickup. If that's still not enough for you, just drop in the Nita Strauss signature Pandemonium set and DiMarzio True Velvet single coil for the complete package.
With the Ibanez S Series body, The light-weight is perfect for long gigs without leaving you uncomfortable while playing.
I am totally Satisfied with my purchase. Just a heads up order yours quickly because the sell out very quickly after coming in stock!!!
Music background: Been Playing Guitar for over 8 years
Rated 5/5

Love it!

This is my 4th Ibanez guitar and has just moved up to my daily player. It's light, balanced and feels great. I love guitars with fancy/different fretboards and this one is pretty sweet.
Rated 5/5

Incredible, awesome guitar

Beautiful guitar, heartbeat inlay looks like pearl, really pops in person. The dots on the top glow in the dark and Ebony fretboard "WOW". Great tuners and tremolo, sliding cover over truss rod. Beautiful binding around the body, incredibly well balanced. Pickups sound great could play any type of music but it will scream and is incredibly fast too. Sum of it all this guitar is a functional work of art. Way to go Nita highly recommend.
Rated 5/5

Just, wow

This guitar immediately caught my eye on here and I had to have it. It arrived today, and it's perfect. I almost squealed like a 5-year-old on christmas morning. I love the single-coil split with the bridge humbucker and the heartbeat fretboard inlay is just super eye-catching. I can't put it down. This is definitely my favorite axe in my collection.
Rated 5/5

Kudos to Ibanez on this guitar

I just bought this a day ago and I absolutely love it. It plays great and sounds great. Would get another if this went missing. Love the single coil pickup. See no reason to change the pickups.
Music background: Playing for five years.
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