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Diminutive Electric Guitar for the Star in the Making





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When you play the Ibanez Paul Gilbert Signature PGMM11 for the first time, you'll marvel at its feather-like weight and well-balanced basswood body. This short-scale electric guitar's condensed fret spacing feels like it's tailor-made for younger players with small fingers. Plus, the softened string tension is forgiving on the fingers, making longer practice sessions more tolerable. That's not all! The PGMM11's Infinity R humbuckers are thick and punchy when you need them to be and clean up well when you dial back the volume. Similar to Paul's other Ibanez models, the PGMM11 features a hardtail bridge for excellent tuning stability. Complete with black hardware and his iconic painted F-holes, the Ibanez Paul Gilbert Signature PGMM11 packs plentiful value into a petite package.





Short-scale construction





Here at Sweetwater, we're huge fans of the PGMM11's short-scale construction, which is a fantastic option for players taking the first steps on their 6-string journey. Experienced guitarists will love the unique feel and playing experience that it adds to their collection of instruments. And if you're looking for a travel companion, the PGMM11 ticks all the boxes.





Infinity R pickups provide a wide range of tones





If tonal versatility is what you're after, the PGMM11 won't disappoint. It comes locked and loaded with a pair of Infinity R Humbucking pickups that are waiting to unleash a blaze of tonal glory. The neck humbucker's voice is warm and rich, which will serve you well when playing fast riffs and rhythm parts. The bridge humbucker is an excellent all-around bridge pickup. Crank the gain, and the PGMM11 transforms into a vibrant and expressive beast.





Paul Gilbert's defining look





The striking F-hole paint job on the PGMM11 short-scale electric guitar hearkens back to the shred-master's original Ibanez designs from the late 1980s. The graphic injects a tongue-in-cheek classiness to an otherwise aggressively constructed instrument. And judging by all the attention it gets in Sweetwater's Guitar Gallery, it's a look that has stood the test of time.





Ibanez Paul Gilbert Signature PGMM11 Solidbody Electric Guitar Features:


Short-scale electric guitar designed in collaboration with Paul Gilbert


Basswood body feels light and resonant


Infinity R humbucking pickups deliver quintessential rock and metal tones


22.2-inch scale length is ideal for smaller players and nailing unique tones


Adjustable hardtail bridge provides tuning stability and easy intonation adjustments


Iconic F-hole graphic looks great onstage


Also ideal for use when traveling light or busking