Description
The Ibanez JBBM40-PW is the razor-sharp signature model of August Burns Red guitarist JB Brubaker, purpose-built for modern metal performance. With a rock-solid 3-piece Maple/Bubinga neck, an Ebony fretboard and an Okoume body loaded with EMG 85/81 active humbuckers, this sleek Powder White riff machine delivers tight, articulate tones and effortless playability on stage and in the studio. Every element of the JBBM40-PW is geared towards precision, stability and comfort. The long 648 mm scale, jumbo frets and low-profile Gibraltar Standard III bridge give you the control and feel you need for fast alternate picking, complex chords and expressive bends, while Gotoh MG-T locking machine heads keep your tuning locked in through aggressive playing and big string bends. Finished in a crisp gloss Powder White with black hardware and JB’s own inlay design, it looks as focused and modern as it sounds. Whether you are chugging tight low-end rhythms, cutting through a dense mix with searing leads or switching to glassy cleans, the EMG-loaded JBBM40-PW responds with clarity and punch. The combination of Okoume body and Ebony fretboard keeps notes snappy and defined, making it ideal for high-gain tones where every nuance needs to be heard. If you want a no-nonsense, stage-ready metal guitar refined by a touring pro, this signature model is built to deliver night after night. Designed for Modern Metal Performance The JBBM40-PW is tailored to JB Brubaker’s demanding live and studio needs, with a fast neck, high-output electronics and hardware chosen for reliability under pressure. From tight breakdowns to intricate melodic passages, it is engineered to stay responsive and controlled at high gain. Stable 3-piece Maple/Bubinga Neck The 3-piece Maple/Bubinga neck construction offers excellent strength and resistance to warping, helping the guitar stay consistent across different climates and long tours. This stability translates into reliable tuning, solid intonation and a confident feel under the fretting hand. Ebony Fretboard with Jumbo Frets An Ebony fretboard gives a smooth, fast feel with a bright, immediate attack that suits articulate riffing and fluid lead work. Jumbo frets make bending and vibrato easier, allowing you to dig in without fighting the instrument and keeping complex passages clean and accurate. EMG 85 / EMG 81 Active Pickups The EMG 85 in the neck and EMG 81 in the bridge provide the classic active metal pairing, delivering tight low end, cutting mids and focused highs. They excel at high-gain tones with minimal noise, ensuring palm-muted riffs stay punchy and leads cut through even the densest mixes. Gibraltar Standard III Bridge and Gotoh MG-T Locking Tuners The Gibraltar Standard III bridge offers a low, comfortable profile with excellent string-to-body contact for strong sustain and clear note definition. Paired with Gotoh MG-T locking machine heads, string changes are quick and tuning stability is enhanced, ideal for heavy playing and frequent gigging. Key Features JB Brubaker Signature Metal Machine – Designed in collaboration with August Burns Red’s JB Brubaker, this guitar is optimised for tight, technical metal playing, giving you a focused, professional tool that mirrors the demands of modern heavy music. 3-piece Maple/Bubinga Neck with Ebony Fretboard – The multi-piece neck construction and dense Ebony board provide a stable, fast-playing platform with a bright, articulate response, ideal for rapid-fire riffs and precise lead lines. EMG 85 Neck and EMG 81 Bridge Active Humbuckers – This proven active pickup set delivers high output, clarity and definition, ensuring crushing rhythm tones and singing leads remain tight and controlled, even under extreme levels of gain. Gibraltar Standard III Bridge and Gotoh MG-T Locking Machine Heads – A solid, comfortable fixed bridge and reliable locking tuners work together to maximise sustain, improve tuning stability and make string changes quick and hassle-free. Spec…
