Ibanez JS1CR Chrome Boy Joe Satriani

Joe Satriani

A true master. Joe Satriani is hailed as one of the most influential and respected rock guitarists of all time. His distinct instrumental rock sound has inspired audiences all over the world, touring with legendary names such as Mick Jagger and Deep Purple. His mass impact on the rock scene doesn’t end there, either. In his early career, Satriani worked as a teacher for guitar icons including Steve Vai, Kirk Hammett, and David Bryson – demonstrating the huge affect he’s had on music as we know it.

With 15 Grammy nominations to his name, over 10 million albums sold, and a tone recognised worldwide; Joe Satriani stands as the biggest-selling instrumental rock guitarist in history. His long-standing collaboration with Ibanez has made models such as the Chrome Boy obtainable to players globally. Gifting unparalleled tone, and a striking design – the JS1CR rewards players with the power to inspire. Achieve the impossible.

Unprecedented tone

A sound that bears no boundaries. The Chrome Boy is home to the most audacious tonal palette to date.

Dive into a world of limitless expression, thanks to the addition of an active Sustainiac Driver in the neck position of the guitar. This enables you to perform endless amounts of sustain for those scorching solos, along with the option to choose between 3 Sustainiac modes – Normal, Mix, and Harmonic. This custom feature can be activated by simply pulling the tone pot upwards, where the Sustainiac feature will become instantly present within your tone. For that classic ‘Satch’ tone, the neck pickup is wired to the Stealth Pro preamp, which is specifically tailor-made for Satriani himself.

Equipped with a bespoke DiMarzio Satchur8 humbucker at the bridge position, your sound will dominate the stage with sheer power. The JS1CR was born to emit absolute clarity in every note. Perfect for producing shredding solos with superb definition. Dial in the tone you desire using the 3-way pickup selector, and push sonic versatility to its limits. For a truly enhanced performance, the Chrome Boy contains a high-pass filter on the volume pot to maintain high frequencies even at low volumes. It’s these selection of world-class electronics that give Satriani his renowned tonal presence. The same exceptional sound can now be yours…

Immersive playing experience

Simply effortless. The Chrome Boy is built to cater for rapid performance. The expertly-crafted 3-piece maple/bubinga neck, combined with the meticulous Prestige fret edge treatment provide an astonishingly sleek playing experience. Watch your hands fly up and down the rosewood fretboard with unmatched precision. This is a guitar that was made for supreme playability.

The benefits don’t stop there, either. A double-cutaway design gifts players access to the highest frets with complete freedom. This allows you to perform the most jaw-dropping guitar solos with breathtaking accuracy across all 6 strings, encouraging perfection in every slide, bend, and hammer-on you play. Immerse yourself in a playing experience like no other…

Exclusive chrome finish

Boast a stage presence like no other. The JS1CR unveils a totally unique finish that truly sparks individuality into your performance. The iconic Chrome Boy has stunned audiences for decades, due to its extravagant design that Satriani flaunted for much of the 90’s. Its remarkably reflective aesthetic radiates sheer class on stage, and makes for a positively unforgettable performance. Now, after working collaboratively with Satriani himself, Ibanez have developed an astonishing, quality guitar finish that is worthy of the Chrome Boy name. All eyes on you.

Supreme tuning stability

No limits. Ibanez’s signature Edge bridge has been a favourite amongst players since its introduction in 1986. And it’s clear to see why.

When it comes to soloing, tuning stability is absolutely vital. The Edge’s double-locking tremolo design waves goodbye to such problems. Perform the most extreme sonic acrobatics with complete confidence in your instrument, as the locking system effortlessly returns your guitar to perfect tuning. Dive bomb and whammy to your heart’s content. The Chrome Boy entails the boldest, most fearless playing experience to date.

Includes secure hardshell case

Peace of mind. The Chrome Boy comes with a hardshell case included at no extra cost, keeping your instrument free from any scratches or scrapes that may occur in transit. Ideal for musicians that gig frequently, you can count on your guitar being in pristine condition for your upcoming performance.