From the vibrant music scene of Los Angeles to stages across the globe, Nita Strauss has carved her path as one of today's most celebrated guitarists. Raised in a musical household, her journey with the guitar began early and led her through years of establishing herself in LA's rock circuit before joining Alice Cooper's band in 2014. Her virtuosic playing and commanding stage presence have made her a household name amongst guitar enthusiasts worldwide.
Drawing inspiration from legends like Steve Vai and Shawn Lane, Strauss has remained loyal to Ibanez guitars throughout her career. This dedication has now culminated in the realisation of a major milestone - her very own signature model. The JIVA10 represents the fulfilment of one of her biggest dreams, bringing together her personal specifications with Ibanez's renowned craftsmanship.
Built on the foundation of the S series, the JIVA10 incorporates Strauss's distinctive requirements including her signature DiMarzio pickups and the unique "Beaten Path" fingerboard inlay. The guitar's striking appearance features what Nita personally dubbed "Deep Space Blonde" - a grey burst finish over a natural Quilted Maple top. The name JIVA itself holds special significance, translating to "soul" in Asian religions and reflecting the deep personal connection this instrument represents for the artist.
- Neck type Nita 3pc Maple/Purpleheart neck
- Body Quilted Maple top/Mahogany body
- Fretboard Ebony fretboard w/ ”Beaten Path” Special inlay
- Fret Jumbo frets - Bridge Edge-Zero II tremolo bridge
- Neck pickup DiMarzio® Pandemonium (H) neck pickup
- Middle pickup DiMarzio® True Velvet™ (S) middle pickup
- Bridge pickup DiMarzio® Pandemonium (H) bridge pickup
- Hardware colour Cosmo black



