Ibanez JSM100-VT Vintage Sunburst Signature John Scofield
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A signature archtop with a "classic" sound, designed for stage and studio
The GB10 follows the tradition of semi-hollow/archtop electric guitars dedicated to warm and expressive tones. Its design emphasizes tonal balance and precision, with carefully crafted hardware and simple, effective electronics, ideal for achieving a warm jazz grain while maintaining clarity.
For which guitarist and styles?
The Ibanez GB10 primarily targets intermediate to expert guitarists seeking an expressive and tuning-stable instrument, particularly comfortable in jazz, blues, soul, soft funk, and "chord melody" accompaniment. Its compound radius and Jumbo frets also favor more modern phrasing, with a comfortable feel across the entire neck.
Sound characteristics
The choice of figured anigre for the top, back, and sides delivers a response centered on the midrange, with a softer high-end attack and a very musical chordal tone. The Super 58 pickups (humbuckers, passive, Alnico) provide a warm and "vintage" register, while remaining defined enough for chord extensions and right-hand dynamics. Regarding controls, the guitar offers full ergonomics with 2 volumes (neck and bridge), 2 tones (neck and bridge), and a 3-position selector (neck, both, bridge) for quickly switching from a round, mellow sound to a more biting tone.
Recommended compatible accessories
To stay as close as possible to the original balance, favor an electric string set with gauges .013/.016/.022/.032/.042/.052 (factory gauge). The hard case is included, convenient for transport and daily protection.
Technical specifications
| Category | Hollow body | Nbr of strings | 6 |
| Left handed | No | Color | Gradient |
| Strings | Steel | ||
| Type | archtop electric guitar | Inlays | acrylic and Abalone |
| Top | figured anigre | Frets | Jumbo, Prestige fret edge treatment |
| Back | figured anigre | Number of frets | 22 |
| Sides | figured anigre | Nut | half-bone / half-brass |
| Body dimensions | length 46.3 cm / 18.23" (463 mm); width 40 cm / 15.75" (400 mm); max depth 6.7 cm / 2.64" (67 mm) | Bridge | Gotoh 510BN |
| Neck type | JSM | String spacing | 10.4 mm / 0.41" |
| Neck wood | African mahogany | Tuners | Gotoh |
| Construction | set neck | Hardware color | gold |
| Scale length | 628 mm / 24.72" | Neck pickup | Super 58 (H) (passive/Alnico) |
| Nut width | 43.5 mm / 1.71" | Bridge pickup | Super 58 (H) (passive/Alnico) |
| Width at 22nd fret | 57 mm / 2.24" | Selector | 3 positions (neck / neck + bridge / bridge) |
| Thickness at 1st fret | 20.2 mm / 0.80" | Controls | 2 volumes (neck + bridge), 2 tones (neck + bridge) |
| Thickness at 12th fret | 23.3 mm / 0.92" | Factory tuning | 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E |
| Radius | 184 mm to 250 mm / 7.24" to 9.84" (compound) | String gauge | .013/.016/.022/.032/.042/.052 |
| Fingerboard | bound ebony | Hard case | included |
Questions frequently asked
What styles are suitable for the Ibanez JSM100-VT John Scofield?
This model is suitable for jazz, blues, soul, smooth funk, and chord melody playing. Its two passive Super 58 Alnico magnet humbuckers favor a warm tone with clarity adapted to enriched chords.
What sound do the Super 58 pickups provide?
The Super 58 pickups at the neck and bridge deliver a vintage, warm sound focused on the midrange. The 3-position selector allows using the neck pickup, both pickups, or the bridge pickup.
Is the neck comfortable for solos and chords?
The JSM neck is made of African mahogany with a compound radius from 184 to 250 mm and 22 jumbo frets with Prestige-treated edges. The nut width is 43.5 mm, and the scale length measures 628 mm. The bound ebony fingerboard supports precise playing across the entire neck.
What strings come installed on this archtop guitar?
The factory setup has .013/.016/.022/.032/.042/.052 strings, tuned to standard E: 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E.
Is a case included with the guitar?
A hard case is included for transport and protection. The gold hardware includes a Gotoh 510BN bridge and Gotoh tuners.
