Sterling John Petrucci JP70 7-String, Trans Purple Burst

Full Description

The JP Range From Sterling By Music Man

John Petrucci's collaboration with Music Man has led to some of the highest performing instruments available for the gigging guitarist. The JP range from Sterling aims to reproduce the playability and versatility of these guitars at a more affordable price point. The JP70 is based on the Music Man John Petrucci Signature Series JP7.

Classic Wood Combinations Built For Versatile Tone

The JP70 utilises the well-rounded tone of basswood and is presented here in a sleek transparent Purple Burst finish, which allows the character of the basswood to show through. The guitar is also available in Trans Green Burst, and Pearl Red Burst. With the modern contoured body including a scooped forearm cut, the guitar is comfortable to hold and allows you to get on with the business of playing. The neck is constructed from the classic combination of maple with a rosewood fingerboard, and gives a sleek feeling back for the left hand.

Easy Access Fingerboard

With 24 medium jumbo frets and a flat 16" radius, this guitar provides an easy playing experience across the whole fingerboard. The 5-bolt neck attachment assists in reaching the top frets of the guitar, and the 25-1/2" scale length with the supplied .010-.056 gauge strings allows for easy string bends and an authoritative tone.

Electronics Designed For Simplicity And Versatility

The JP70 features Sterling by Music Man designed humbucking pickups and a 3-way switching system. This deceptively simple combination ensures that, just like John Petrucci himself, you will be able to achieve a wide variety of tones whether that be distorted riffing, liquid smooth soloing, or crystal clean picking.

Hardware Made For Reliable Performance

The J70 features a Sterling by Music Man designed "Modern Tremolo" and is built to provide smooth operation and an excellent ability to return to pitch after use. The guitar is also provided with locking machine heads for quick string changes and reliable tuning. These features will ensure accurate intonation and, alongside an easily adjusted truss rod, guarantee that the guitar will stand up to the rigours of gigging and rehearsing.

John Petrucci

As long time guitarist for the band Dream Theater, alongside many other side-projects, John Petrucci is well regarded as one of Progressive Rock Music's living legends. He blends a virtuoso technique with complex and well thought out musical compositions to make a truly individual name for himself. He demands the very best of his instruments to last through repeated world tours and recording sessions. His signature Sterling guitars are a reflection of his attention to detail and the high demands he places on his instruments, both in terms of reliability and versatility.

Features

• 7-string John Petrucci signature guitar in burst finish
• Fast playing neck with 16" radius & 24 frets
• Basswood body for versatile tones
• Sterling humbuckers with a wide tonal range
• Classic neck wood combination of rosewood on maple

Specifications

Body

• Series: JP
• Body Basswood
• Body Shape: Modern contoured double cutaway
• Body Finish: Gloss
• Body Colour: Transparent purple burst

Neck

• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Shape: Slim 60mm
• Neck Attachment: 5 bolt, easy access joint
• Neck Adjustment: Single action truss rod, body end wheel
• Scale Length: 25-1/2"
• Fingerboard Radius: 16"
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Number of Frets: 24
• Nut Width: 50mm

Hardware & Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: Sterling humbucker
• Neck Pickup: Sterling humbucker
• Controls: Vol / Tone
• Pickup Switching: 3-way pickup selector
• Hardware: Black
• Bridge: Modern tremolo - floating
• Tuning Machines: Locking
• Strings: 7-string: .010 - .056