Detail 01
Signature model
Built to one player's spec. The neck profile, pickup placement and voicing follow Scofield's preferences, not a general-purpose average.
Product detailSKU #1275776902078
IbanezJSM100VT John Scofield Signature Electric Guitar Vintage Sunburst
moderncomfortabledynamicjazzbluessmooth jazz
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
John Scofield signature hollow-style Ibanez at pro pricing. For working jazz and fusion players who already know what they want in an archtop.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Jazz gigs where a warm, rounded amplified tone is the point
- Fusion players who push a hollow body into overdrive
- Studio work needing an archtop voice on demand
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners — the price and the voicing are both specialized
- High-gain playing, where a hollow body will feed back
- Players wanting a bright, cutting modern rock tone
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Vintage Sunburst finish
Dark edges fading to amber center. Hides minor handling marks better than a solid or natural finish.
Detail 03
$3,500 tier
Higher-grade woods, finish work and hardware. Also means resale and insurance are worth thinking about.
Detail 04
6-string, right-handed
Standard layout. No left-handed variant of this signature configuration.
Detail 05
Pro-level build
Fretwork and setup arrive close to playable. Expect fine adjustment, not correction.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm case inclusion before ordering — an instrument at this price needs hard protection.
- 02Play one first if you can. Signature neck profiles suit some hands and not others.
- 03Hollow and semi-hollow bodies react to room volume. Test at gig levels.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this worth it over a cheaper archtop?
If you gig jazz or fusion regularly, yes — the build and voicing are specific. For occasional playing, cheaper archtops cover the ground.
02Will it feed back at loud volume?
Any hollow-style body will at high gain and high volume. Position yourself off-axis from the amp and keep gain moderate.
03Do I need to be an advanced player?
No rule against buying it early, but the money buys refinements a beginner can't hear or use yet.
04Does it come set up from the factory?
Close, but shipping and climate change move things. Have a tech check relief and intonation when it arrives.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Burst or Fade
- Color Finish
- Vintage Sunburst
