New York guitarist John Petrucci has been playing guitar since he was 12 and is, of course, the driving force behind the critically acclaimed ‘Dream Theater’ band. John’s highly developed technique demands a guitar that is up for endless touring and the wide array of tones that are demanded from this eclectic group.
The Music Man Petrucci model was designed by the engineers at Ernie Ball in conjunction with John himself and includes a proprietary trem bridge with steel saddles, custom designed DiMarzio pickups, custom neck profile, locking tuners, 5-bolt never-shift neck joint; and unique arm channel contour to help anchor your picking arm!!! The instrument that I’m reviewing today also features the cool Mystic Dream “flip-flop” finish that changes from deep emerald to a rich deep purple depending on the light refraction!
Specifications
Ernie Ball Music Man Guitars : John Petrucci
* 1 11/16″ compensated graphite nut
* radiused rosewood fingerboard
* precision locking tuners
* custom Petrucci fingerboard inlays
* 25 1/2″ scale length
* 24 highly polished jumbo frets
* gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend neck finish
* 5 bolt no-shift neck-to-body joint
* shielded body cavity
* 3-way toggle pickup selector, with custom center position
configuration 3-way toggle piezo/magnetic selector
(when applicable)
* 1 DiMarzio Liquifire – neck pickup
* 1 DiMarzio Crunch Lab – bridge pickup
* active piezo bridge pickup system
* custom contoured basswood body
* Mystic Dream flip-flop finish with matching headstock
* hardshell case
