Ibanez JBBM40 JB Brubaker Signature Pearl White

Ibanez JBBM40 – Modern Metal Precision with Lancaster Roots

The Ibanez JBBM40 is the signature model of JB Brubaker, the lead guitarist for the Grammy-nominated metalcore powerhouse August Burns Red. While this guitar is engineered for international stages, its heart remains in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, where Brubaker and his bandmates first honed their technical craft. This instrument is a reflection of that "Lancaster-bred" work ethic—unassuming, incredibly durable, and built to perform under high-intensity pressure.

High-Stability Construction

Designed for the rigors of heavy touring, the JBBM40 features a 3-piece Maple/Bubinga neck. The addition of Bubinga provides the structural integrity needed to withstand the humidity shifts of life on the road, while the fast Wizard III profile allows for the intricate, melodic lead work Brubaker is known for. The Meranti body offers a resonant, balanced foundation that ensures every note in a dense metal mix remains distinct.

Crushing EMG® Power

To achieve the signature August Burns Red sound, the JBBM40 is equipped with a classic EMG® active pickup pairing. The EMG® 81 bridge pickup provides the razor-sharp high-end and detailed sustain required for complex riffs, while the EMG® 85 neck pickup delivers a muscular, clear tone for fluid leads and atmospheric clean passages. This no-nonsense electronic setup is purely focused on clarity and high-output impact.

Just like the local scene that birthed it, the JBBM40 is built to last. The Gibraltar Standard II bridge is a low-profile hardtail designed for maximum string vibration transfer and comfort during aggressive palm muting. Paired with Gotoh® MG-T locking machine heads, this guitar offers rock-solid tuning stability and rapid string changes, ensuring you stay in tune from the first note of the set to the last.

Key Specifications:

• Signature Artist: JB Brubaker (August Burns Red)
• Body: Meranti
• Neck: 3pc Maple/Bubinga (Wizard III profile)
• Fretboard: Jatoba with White Dot Inlay
• Frets: 24 Jumbo
• Bridge: Gibraltar Standard II (Fixed)
• Pickups: EMG® 85 (Neck) & EMG® 81 (Bridge) Active/Alnico/Ceramic
• Tuners: Gotoh® MG-T Locking Machine Heads
• Finish: Green Dot (GDT)

Ibanez JBBM40 JB Brubaker Signature

The Ibanez JBBM40 is more than a signature guitar; it’s a professional-grade tool that brings the precision and grit of the Lancaster metal scene to your hands.