STERLING BY MUSIC MAN John Petrucci JP70NB Signature Stealth Black

The Essentials to Know About the Sterling John Petrucci JP70NB Signature Stealth Black Guitar

• Iconic JP design inspired by the signature model developed with John Petrucci at Ernie Ball Music Man


• 7 strings and 24 frets to extend the range and facilitate modern and technical playing


• Modern fully floating tremolo bridge for expressive vibratos and dive effects


• Locking tuners and JP Shield inlay at the 1st fret for an immediate signature look

A JP Designed for the Petrucci Universe, in Sterling Version

The JP70NB follows the lineage of "JP" guitars popularized by John Petrucci: modern ergonomics, a recognizable aesthetic, and performance-oriented features. This Sterling version retains the strong markers of the original design (including the "JP Shield" inlay and the "shred machine" spirit), while offering a Stealth Black finish with a sleek and aggressive look.

For Which Guitarists and Styles?

With its 7 strings, 24 frets, and floating tremolo, the JP70NB clearly targets guitarists oriented towards modern playing: progressive metal, djent, technical rock, fusion, or shred. It is particularly suitable for intermediate to advanced levels seeking precision, good access to high notes, and a guitar capable of handling lower tunings. The locking tuners provide a real advantage for quick string changes and tuning stability during dynamic playing.

The Sound

The combination of a nyatoh body and maple neck tends to offer a balanced tone, with present lows, solid mids, and a sharper attack thanks to the maple. The rosewood fingerboard generally contributes to a rounder feel under the fingers, adding slight warmth in the upper spectrum, useful for keeping highs controlled on a 7-string. The fully floating tremolo adds an expressive dimension to playing (vibrato, pitch effects), ideal for fluid leads and more atmospheric ambiances.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To get the most out of this 7-string, a 7-string set of strings (gauge adapted to your tuning) and a stock of plectrums suited to your attack are simple and relevant choices for technical playing and precise rhythms.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	HH	Nbrs of frets	24
Category	Double cut	Scalloped	Double
Format	Stratocaster	Body	Nyatoh
Left handed	No	Electronics	Active
Strings	Steel	Electroacoustic	No
Nbr of strings	7	Color	Black
Top	Nyatoh	Finishing	Satin
Neck	Maple	Hardware	Black
Fingerboard	Rosewood

Number of frets	24	Pickups	not specified
Nut width	not specified (mm / inches)	Selector	not specified
Scale length	not specified (inches / mm)	Controls	not specified
Radius	not specified (mm / inches)	Number of strings	7
Tuners	locking	Signature marker	"JP Shield" logo inlay on the 1st fret
Bridge	modern fully floating tremolo	Finish	Stealth Black