Ibanez JEMJRSP-PK Steve Vai Jem Junior Pink

The Ibanez JEMJRSP-PK is part of the JEM Junior series, a more accessible version of Steve Vai’s legendary signature guitar. Despite its lower price point, this guitar retains many of the design features that have made the JEM a cult favorite — all wrapped in a loud and proud Hot Pink finish.

If you’re a player who likes to shred, stand out on stage, and have a ton of fun doing it, the JEMJRSP-PK might be your perfect match.

Design & Aesthetics

This guitar is impossible to miss — the shocking pink finish, Tree of Life inlay, and the signature "Monkey Grip" handle give it that unmistakable JEM vibe. While it may divide opinion visually, fans of Vai or flashy stage guitars will absolutely love the look.

The body is made from mahogany, which adds warmth and punch to the tone, and the neck is a Wizard III maple neck — thin, fast, and super easy to play. The fingerboard is jatoba, a smooth and durable alternative to rosewood.

Playability

The JEMJRSP shines when it comes to feel. With a 25.5” scale length and 24 jumbo frets, it’s built for fast playing, big bends, and precise soloing. The slim Wizard III neck is incredibly comfortable, especially for players with smaller hands or those who love quick runs and legato playing.

Upper fret access is excellent, thanks to the deep cutaways — which you’ll appreciate if you’re channeling your inner Vai.

Electronics & Sound

The guitar features an HSH pickup configuration with Quantum pickups (two humbuckers and one single coil in the middle). These provide a versatile range of tones:

• Neck humbucker: Fat and warm — great for leads.

• Middle single-coil: Bright and glassy — useful for cleans or funk.

• Bridge humbucker: Tight and articulate — perfect for distorted rhythms and solos.

The 5-way selector switch offers split-coil tones and good sonic versatility. The pickups are solid for the price, 

Hardware

This model comes with a double-locking tremolo system, allowing for deep dive-bombs and wild whammy tricks. Great for intermediate players learning to work with a floating bridge.

It also features cosmo black hardware, adding a nice visual contrast to the neon finish.

Pros:

• Iconic JEM looks at a fraction of the price

• Great playability, especially for fast leads and shredding

• HSH pickup configuration offers solid versatility

• Monkey Grip and Tree of Life inlay — classic Vai features

• Tremolo system supports expressive playing

Cons:

• The bright pink finish isn’t for everyone

• Not ideal for traditional or vintage-style players

The Ibanez JEMJRSP-PK is more than just a flashy guitar — it’s a fast, fun, and flexible instrument that’s ideal for players looking to dip into shred territory or channel Steve Vai’s iconic sound and style. Whether you’re a beginner looking for a show-stopping first guitar or a more advanced player in need of a flamboyant backup, this JEM Junior delivers.