The Evolution of the Ibanez JEM

December1986

Steve Vai & Ibanez collaborate

June 1987

Steve Vai signature JEM777 launched: Loch Ness Green, Desert Sun Yellow & Shocking Pink finishes

1988

JEM777 (Desert Sun Yellow, Black) & JEM77FP (Floral Pattern) versions with rosewood/vine inlay ’boards

1990

U77 Universe: 7-string Vai signature

1996

JEM10TH (10th anniversary): bound ebony/vine ’board, Black finish, engraved metal pickguard

1998

JEM90HAM (Hoshino 90th anniversary): ebony ’board, textured blue finish, mirrored scratchplate

2000

JEM2KDNA: rosewood/vine ’board, swirl finish made with Vai’s blood

2003

JEM-JR aka JEM333: rosewood/ dot ’board; budget model

2007

JEM20TH (20th anniversary): transparent acrylic body, LED lights, rosewood/vine ’board

2017

JEM777 (30th anniversary): reissue of original ’87 model