Great guitar. Very sexy. I started with the JTV-59 and wanted to get a Variax that was better suited for shredding. I quickly realized, I don't do much shredding anymore. In itself it is a great guitar, but also has all the Vairax electronics. I'm just not playing it much at all. I paid to have it professionally setup. Looks great, plays great, I just don't use it. No scratches, ding, still has the plastic on the covers.
The Line 6 James Tyler Variax JTV-89F is a 24-fret "shred-ready" digital modeling guitar designed with a solid mahogany body, "Fast n' Flat" maple neck, and a Graph Tech Floyd Rose licensed double-locking tremolo system. It models 29+ electric/acoustic instruments and multiple tunings, with high-output Alnico humbuckers.
Key Features:
* Variax Modeling: Instantly change instruments and tunings (e.g., drop B flat) via onboard knobs.
* Tremolo: Features a Graph Tech Floyd Rose for tuning stability during heavy whammy bar use.
* Hardware & Design: 24-fret Macassar ebony fingerboard and custom-designed high-gain pickups.
* Software Compatibility: Compatible with Variax Workbench HD for in-depth customization.
* Functionality: Can operate as a traditional electric guitar, or with Variax technology powered by a 12-hour lithium-ion battery.
* The JTV-89F is considered by users to be an excellent tool for studio and live performance versatility, especially when paired with POD HD or Helix processors.