Ibanez PIA3761-XB Onyx Black Signature Steve Vai Pia

PIA: The Prestige Evolution of the JEM DNA

The PIA3761 follows in the line of Steve Vai's iconic models, with a more modern approach to aesthetics and comfort. The Petal Grip handle replaces the historic grip of previous signature models, while the PIA Blossom inlay provides a unique visual identity. The whole benefits from a Prestige level of craftsmanship focused on precision: a high-level guitar designed to meet the demands of virtuosic playing, both on stage and in the studio.

For Which Guitarist and Styles?

This electric guitar is primarily aimed at intermediate to expert guitarists seeking fast playability, a high-performance vibrato, and electronics capable of covering many styles. It excels in modern rock, shred, progressive metal, and fusion, while remaining convincing in crisp clean tones, ambient sounds, or pop, thanks to the 5-position selector combinations.

Sound

The DiMarzio UtoPIA HSH configuration is designed to switch from ultra-articulated playing to dense leads without losing definition. The humbuckers (ceramic) provide a sharp attack, sculpted mids, and generous sustain, while the central single coil (Alnico) adds snap and precision for rhythm parts and intermediate positions. The 5-position selector uses split and parallel wiring for more "glass-like" tones, and the push/pull volume activates a high-pass filter useful for retaining brightness when lowering output level. The alder body balances punch and clarity, and the Edge vibrato enhances the sense of dynamics and immediate response.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To stay as close as possible to the original setup, a set of nickel strings with gauge 9-42 (such as D'Addario EXL120) is ideal. A standard electric guitar strap will also suit, and an "electric format" stand will ensure stable storage both at home and backstage. The Ultralite Tremolo Arm and hard case are included.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	H	Body	Alder
Category	ST	Bridge / tailpiece	Floyd
Left handed	No	Electronics	Passive
Strings	Steel	Color	Black
Nbr of strings	6	Finishing	Glossy
Fingerboard	Rosewood	Hardware	Gold
Nbrs of frets	24

Bridge	Edge tremolo with " Lion's Claw " cavity	Tuners	Gotoh
Integrated handle	Petal Grip	String spacing at the bridge	0.43" / 10.8 mm
Tremolo cavity plate	magnetic attachment	Pickup configuration	HSH
Neck type	PIA 5-piece maple/walnut	Neck pickup	DiMarzio UtoPIA Humbucker (passive / ceramic)
Scale length	25.5" / 648 mm	Middle pickup	DiMarzio UtoPIA Single (passive / Alnico)
Key radius	~17" / 430 mm	Bridge pickup	DiMarzio UtoPIA Humbucker (passive / ceramic)
Width at the nut	1.69" / 43 mm	Controls	1 push/pull volume (high-pass filter), 1 tone, 5-way selector
Width at the 24th fret	2.28" / 58 mm	5-way switching	neck H ; neck (bridge side) + middle ; middle S ; middle + bridge (neck side) ; bridge H
Thickness at the 1st fret	0.71" / 18 mm	Factory tuning	E standard (E B G D A E)
Thickness at the 12th fret	0.79" / 20 mm	Factory strings	D'Addario EXL120 (.009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042 gauge)
Nut	locking	Tremolo arm	Ultralite Tremolo Arm included
Side dot inlays	Luminlay	Case	hardshell case included