Ernie Ball Music Man BFR JP15 Baritone - Cherry Creamsicle #38 of 100
Serial: D01395
Weight: 7 lbs 11 oz
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The Ernie Ball Music Man BFR JP15 Baritone in Cherry Creamsicle is a striking blend of modern artistry, extended-range performance, and precision engineering, created in collaboration with John Petrucci for players who demand exceptional clarity, power, and versatility. Built on the Baritone JP15 platform with a 27.5-inch scale length, this instrument is designed to handle lower tunings with authority while maintaining remarkable string tension, articulation, and definition. Weighing 7 pounds 13 ounces, it offers a solid yet balanced feel that supports both aggressive playing and refined expressive work.
At the core of its voice is an alder body topped with a beautifully figured quilt maple cap, finished in a high gloss polyester Cherry Creamsicle finish that gives the instrument its unmistakable visual identity. The combination of alder and maple delivers a tonal foundation that is both tight and responsive, offering focused low-end punch, articulate mids, and a crisp, detailed top end. This makes the guitar equally capable of delivering saturated high-gain tones and clean, ambient textures with exceptional separation and control.
The roasted figured maple neck is a centerpiece of both stability and feel, reinforced by Music Man’s five-bolt sculpted neck joint for enhanced resonance and rock-solid connection to the body. Finished in smooth satin, it provides a fast, natural playing surface that encourages effortless movement across all 24 stainless steel frets. The roasted maple fingerboard, accented with cream binding and simple dot inlays, adds warmth to the instrument’s aesthetic while maintaining a sleek, modern appearance. With a 17-inch radius and wide nut and fret spacing, the neck is engineered for technical precision, bending stability, and fluid lead work.
Electronics and hardware are designed for maximum flexibility and performance. A DiMarzio Crunch Lab bridge pickup paired with a LiquiFire neck pickup delivers a wide tonal spectrum, from tight, aggressive rhythm tones to smooth, singing leads. The custom Music Man floating tremolo system with piezo saddles expands the instrument’s sonic palette even further, blending acoustic-like textures with electric power when needed. Push-push controls for gain boost and passive tone shaping, along with a multi-function switching system, allow for deep tonal customization in any performance or studio environment.
Schaller M6-IND locking tuners ensure rock-solid tuning stability, even under heavy tremolo use, while the 5-bolt neck attachment enhances sustain and structural integrity. The stainless steel frets provide exceptional durability and a smooth playing experience that resists wear over time, making this instrument a long-term professional tool built for demanding players.
Strung with a heavier gauge set optimized for baritone tuning, the JP15 Baritone delivers tight low-end response and extended harmonic range without sacrificing clarity. Every component works together to create an instrument that feels immediate, precise, and highly responsive across all registers.
The Ernie Ball Music Man BFR JP15 Baritone Cherry Creamsicle stands as a premium expression of modern guitar design, combining bold aesthetics, advanced electronics, and elite craftsmanship into a single powerful instrument built for today’s most demanding musical environments.
Other specifications include:
For more information about the Ernie Ball Music Man instrument, please contact us.
The Ernie Ball Music Man BFR JP15 Baritone in Cherry Creamsicle is a striking blend of modern artistry, extended-range performance, and precision engineering, created in collaboration with John Petrucci for players who demand exceptional clarity, power, and versatility. Built on the Baritone JP15 platform with a 27.5-inch scale length, this instrument is designed to handle lower tunings with authority while maintaining remarkable string tension, articulation, and definition. Weighing 7 pounds 13 ounces, it offers a solid yet balanced feel that supports both aggressive playing and refined expressive work.
At the core of its voice is an alder body topped with a beautifully figured quilt maple cap, finished in a high gloss polyester Cherry Creamsicle finish that gives the instrument its unmistakable visual identity. The combination of alder and maple delivers a tonal foundation that is both tight and responsive, offering focused low-end punch, articulate mids, and a crisp, detailed top end. This makes the guitar equally capable of delivering saturated high-gain tones and clean, ambient textures with exceptional separation and control.
The roasted figured maple neck is a centerpiece of both stability and feel, reinforced by Music Man’s five-bolt sculpted neck joint for enhanced resonance and rock-solid connection to the body. Finished in smooth satin, it provides a fast, natural playing surface that encourages effortless movement across all 24 stainless steel frets. The roasted maple fingerboard, accented with cream binding and simple dot inlays, adds warmth to the instrument’s aesthetic while maintaining a sleek, modern appearance. With a 17-inch radius and wide nut and fret spacing, the neck is engineered for technical precision, bending stability, and fluid lead work.
Electronics and hardware are designed for maximum flexibility and performance. A DiMarzio Crunch Lab bridge pickup paired with a LiquiFire neck pickup delivers a wide tonal spectrum, from tight, aggressive rhythm tones to smooth, singing leads. The custom Music Man floating tremolo system with piezo saddles expands the instrument’s sonic palette even further, blending acoustic-like textures with electric power when needed. Push-push controls for gain boost and passive tone shaping, along with a multi-function switching system, allow for deep tonal customization in any performance or studio environment.
Schaller M6-IND locking tuners ensure rock-solid tuning stability, even under heavy tremolo use, while the 5-bolt neck attachment enhances sustain and structural integrity. The stainless steel frets provide exceptional durability and a smooth playing experience that resists wear over time, making this instrument a long-term professional tool built for demanding players.
Strung with a heavier gauge set optimized for baritone tuning, the JP15 Baritone delivers tight low-end response and extended harmonic range without sacrificing clarity. Every component works together to create an instrument that feels immediate, precise, and highly responsive across all registers.
The Ernie Ball Music Man BFR JP15 Baritone Cherry Creamsicle stands as a premium expression of modern guitar design, combining bold aesthetics, advanced electronics, and elite craftsmanship into a single powerful instrument built for today’s most demanding musical environments.
Other specifications include:
For more information about the Ernie Ball Music Man instrument, please contact us.
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Serial: D01395
Weight: 7 lbs 11 oz
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