STERLING BY MUSIC MAN MAJ170 Chalk Grey

The essentials to know about the Sterling by Music Man MAJ170 Chalk Grey guitar

• Modern and ultra-playable 7-string: Super-Strat format, 24 frets, and optimized access to the high notes for technical playing.


• Immediate versatility thanks to the 2 ceramic humbuckers and the 3-position selector switch (tight rhythms, singing leads, rounder tones).


• Built-in active boost: push/push volume with +12 dB to stand out in solos without adjusting the amp.


• Stability and precision: Modern Tremolo vibrato and locking tuners to maintain tuning even under heavy playing.

A Majesty designed with John Petrucci: the "progressive" DNA at Sterling by Music Man

The MAJ170 is part of the line of instruments developed in collaboration with John Petrucci, with a resolutely innovative approach: modern ergonomics, high-level finish, and performance-oriented electronics. Within the Sterling by Music Man range, the Majesty stands out with its futuristic look, practical stage solutions (boost, simple and effective selector), and a design made for playing fast, long, and clean.

For which guitarists and styles?

This 7-string electric guitar is primarily aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists who want to explore low tunings and extended ranges while maintaining a "shred"-style feel. It excels in modern metal, progressive, djent, and technical rock, but remains relevant whenever a large gain reserve, tight palm-mutes, and solos that cut through the mix thanks to the boost are needed.

The sound

The two ceramic humbuckers deliver a sharp attack, strong definition, and excellent sustain under heavy saturation: ideal for precise riffs and complex chords on 7 strings. The active electronics combined with the push/push volume +12 dB boost provide a real "kick" to switch from a rhythm sound to a more present lead without additional pedals. The nyatoh body and neck contribute to a balanced response, with solid lows and consistent mids, while the rosewood fingerboard helps maintain a smoother feel in the highs.

Technical specifications

Category	Asymmetric	Types of frets	Medium Jumbo
Format	Super S type	Bridge / tailpiece	Modern Tremolo
Nbr of strings	7	Nbre of pickups	2
Neck	Nyatoh	Neck Pickup	Ceramic Humbucker
Radius	400 mm	Bridge pickup	Ceramic Humbucker
Nut Width	49.5 mm	Electronics	Active
Fingerboard	Rosewood	Selector	3-position
Marker	JP Custom Shields	Settings	1 x Push / Push Volume Boost + 1 x Tone
Nbrs of frets	24	Color	Grey
Scale (mm)	648 mm	Colours	Chalk
Tuning pegs	Lockings	Finishing	Gloss varnish
Original Strings	Ernie Ball 2621 Regular Slinky	Hardware	Black
Body	Nyatoh

Finish	Glossy lacquer	Hardware color	Black
Color shade	Grey	Bridge/tailpiece	Modern Tremolo
Neck attachment	Set neck	Tuners	Locking
Number of frets	24	Number of strings	7
Fret type	Medium Jumbo	Number of pickups	2
Scale length	648 mm / 25.5"	Selector switch	3-position
Inlays	JP Custom Shields	Controls	1 x Push/Push Volume Boost + 1 x Tone