Ibanez JGM5-BSN Jon Gomm

The Ibanez JGM5-BSN Jon Gomm Signature guitar is perfectly tailored to the demands of the famous fingerstyle virtuoso with its extraordinary features and comprehensive functionality. High-quality tonewoods with thermo treatment, a modified X-M bracing and last but not least the wafer-thin matt finish of the top create a unique sound that unfolds powerfully even with light strokes. Another highlight is the extensive Fishman pickup system, which transmits the acoustic sound unaltered to the amplifier. The guitar comes with a sturdy gig bag.

Construction and woods

In addition to the large jumbo body, a solid Sitka spruce top provides a powerful and defined sound. This is enriched by the laminated Pau Ferro body with warm and wide bass frequencies. This way, fine pickings as well as expressive strummings come perfectly into their own. Meanwhile, a generous cutaway allows excellent access to all 20 frets. The five-piece mahogany neck is equipped with a high-quality fingerboard made of Macassar ebony, which measures 45 mm at the nut and has enough space to master even complex fingering patterns with ease.

Hardware and Design

A compensated bridge inlay and a bone nut ensure clean intonation on the long 655 mm scale. The 6 steel strings can be easily tuned with the help of chrome-plated die-cast tuners and end in a top-loading bridge made of Macassar ebony. To separate the matt black top from the high gloss lacquered body, it is surrounded by a fine binding of Macassar ebony.

Electronics

The elaborate Fishman pickup can be adjusted via a control in the soundhole, which allows the two pickup points to be cross-faded. An extra switch on the magnetic soundhole pickup additionally boosts the bass frequencies if required. This guarantees a perfect performance à la Jon Gomm.