Description

The Ibanez JSM20-BKL is the latest evolution of John Scofield’s long-standing signature semi-hollow, refined for serious players who demand versatility, stability and a truly expressive voice. With its sleek Black Low Gloss finish, ebony fretboard and a pair of legendary Super 58 humbuckers, this is a professional workhorse that moves effortlessly from warm jazz cleans to gritty fusion and blues, all while retaining superb clarity and dynamic response. Built around a maple semi-hollow body and a 3-piece Nyatoh/Maple neck, the JSM20-BKL offers a balanced, resonant acoustic character with excellent note definition. The ebony fretboard and Artstar fret edge treatment give a fast, luxurious feel under the fingers, encouraging fluid lines and wide vibrato. Add in the Tri-sound switching and rock-solid Gibraltar Artist bridge, and you have a stage-ready instrument that stays in tune, intonates beautifully and gives you a huge palette of tones at the flick of a switch. Whether you are comping rich chords, playing lyrical melodies or pushing into overdriven territory, the JSM20-BKL responds with the nuance and control you would expect from a world-class signature guitar. Every detail, from the aged acrylic and abalone block inlays to the gold hardware, has been chosen to deliver both performance and understated elegance. Complete with an Ibanez hardshell case, this is a ready-to-tour semi-hollow that brings John Scofield’s trusted formula straight into your hands. Super 58 Humbuckers with Tri-Sound Switching The JSM20-BKL is equipped with Ibanez Super 58 humbuckers in both neck and bridge positions, renowned for their smooth, articulate voice and excellent dynamic range. The Tri-sound switching expands their capabilities even further, offering series, parallel and coil-split options so you can move from fat, singing jazz tones to brighter, more percussive textures without changing guitar. Premium Semi-Hollow Construction A maple semi-hollow body delivers the airy resonance and warmth that define this style of guitar, while still maintaining enough focus and feedback resistance for higher gain settings. The combination of a 3-piece Nyatoh/Maple neck and a bone nut adds stability, sustain and tuning reliability, making the JSM20-BKL ideal for demanding live and studio work. Ebony Fretboard with Artstar Fret Edge Treatment The ebony fretboard provides a smooth, fast playing surface with a bright, immediate attack that helps every note cut through the mix. Ibanez’s Artstar fret edge treatment ensures the frets feel exceptionally refined, with rounded edges that make position shifts and complex chord shapes feel effortless and comfortable over long sessions. Stage-Ready Hardware and Classic Aesthetic The Gibraltar Artist bridge and Quik Change III tailpiece offer precise intonation, solid tuning stability and quick string changes, ideal for gigging players. Gold hardware, aged acrylic and abalone block inlays and the understated Black Low Gloss finish give the JSM20-BKL a classy, road-ready look that suits any stage. Key Features John Scofield Signature Design – Developed in collaboration with jazz and fusion legend John Scofield, this guitar captures his preferred feel, balance and tonal versatility, giving you a proven professional platform for everything from straight-ahead jazz to modern fusion. Super 58 Humbuckers with Tri-Sound – The Super 58 pickups deliver warm, articulate tones with excellent clarity, while the Tri-sound switching lets you access series, parallel and single-coil style voices, dramatically expanding your tonal options without extra pedals. Ebony Fretboard and Artstar Fretwork – The ebony fretboard offers a slick, responsive feel and enhanced note definition, and the Artstar fret edge treatment ensures smooth, comfortable playability, reducing hand fatigue during long gigs or sessions. Gibraltar Artist Bridge with Quik Change III Tailpiece – This hardware combination provides rock-solid tuning…