Ibanez PM3C BKL Pat Metheny - the essence of jazz in one guitar

The Ibanez PM3C BKL Pat Metheny pays tribute to the unique style and tone of jazz legend Pat Metheny. This hollow body guitar combines classic elegance with modern construction quality, delivering a warm, round sound that lets every note breathe. Designed in collaboration with Metheny himself, this instrument is perfect for guitarists who strive for expression, dynamics, and ultimate playing comfort.

Authentic jazz sound with character

At the heart of the Ibanez PM3C BKL is a single PM Special Single-Coil pickup in the neck position — carefully tuned to capture the pure, organic tone of Metheny's signature sound.

The guitar responds instantly to every nuance in your touch, producing a rich, warm tone that is ideal for jazz, fusion, and mellow clean sounds. Combined with the standard D'Addario ECG24 flatwound strings, it creates a silky smooth sound with minimal noise.

High-quality construction and refined finish

The spruce/maple body gives the PM3C its lively resonance and light projection. The set-in neck construction (nyatoh/maple) provides extra sustain, while the ebony fingerboard with 22 medium frets offers a luxurious, responsive playing feel.

With a slightly shorter scale length of 24.75" (628 mm), this Ibanez plays smoothly and comfortably, even for complex chord shapes and fast lines.

The Black Low Gloss (BKL) finish exudes pure class—subtle, stylish, and timeless. The gold-plated hardware, Gibraltar Performer bridge, and carefully placed inlays contribute to the premium character of this signature model.

Signature design, unmatched expression

Every Ibanez PM3C is a testament to Japanese craftsmanship and musical heritage. The guitar is built for guitarists who appreciate detail — from the perfectly polished frets to the precise intonation.

Whether you're playing solo, in a jazz trio, or recording in the studio, this guitar delivers a natural, acoustic warmth that stays true to Metheny's iconic sound.

Specifications of the Ibanez PM3C;

• Model: Ibanez PM3C BKL Pat Metheny Signature

• Body: Spruce top, Maple back & sides

• Neck: Nyatoh/Maple, set-in construction

• Fingerboard: Ebony, 22 medium frets

• Scale length: 628 mm (24.72”)

• Pickup: 1x PM Special Single Coil (neck position)

• Bridge: Gibraltar Performer

• Finish: Black Low Gloss (BKL)

• Hardware: Gold-plated

• Strings: D’Addario ECG24 Flatwound (12–52)

• Includes: Hardshell case