John Petrucci Demos Signature Ernie Ball Music Man JP13 Guitar — Video

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In this brand-new video below, Dream Theater guitarist John Petrucci walks you through the features of his Signature Ernie Ball Music Man JP13 guitar.

Intrigued? Watch the video and visit music-man.com.

Still intrigued? Watch Petrucci's demo of the Ernie Ball Music Man JPBFR6 John Petrucci Ball Family Reserve guitar.

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