Hall of Fame: 2019 Line 6 JTV-69 James Tyler Variax Modelling Electric Guitar in Lake Placid Blue
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The Line 6 JTV-69 James Tyler Variax in Lake Placid Blue blends the feel of a premium Strat-style guitar with the flexibility of modern modelling technology. Its fast maple neck and 12-inch-radius rosewood fingerboard make it effortless to play, perfect for session players, cover artists, and gigging musicians who need a wide range of tones without switching guitars.
With 28 modelled instruments, alternate tunings on demand, and both magnetic and piezo pickups, it delivers everything from vintage single-coil sparkle to acoustic resonance or high-gain punch at the turn of a knob. Designed in collaboration with renowned luthier James Tyler, the JTV-69 represents a milestone in guitar innovation, used by genre-spanning players who value precision craftsmanship and unmatched versatility.
This Line 6 JTV-69 James Tyler Variax in Lake Placid Blue is a rare find. The finish and model combination were produced in limited numbers, making it highly sought after by collectors and players who appreciate its blend of boutique craftsmanship and advanced modelling technology.
Specifications:
| Year | 2019Â |
| Made in | Korea |
| Body Material | Solid alder with flame maple top |
| Scale Length | 25.5" |
| Finish | Lake Placid Blue |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Construction | Bolt-on neck |
| Fret Count | 22 |
| Radius | 12" |
| Nut | Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL (1-5/8″) |
| Pickups | HSS (Humbucker in bridge + single coils in neck & middle) custom wound to Tyler specs |
| Piezo System | L.R. Baggs Radiance Hex piezo in the bridge for acoustic modelling capability |
| Controls & Switching | Model selector knob (for instrument modelling), Alt Tune knob (alternate tunings), Volume & Tone controls |
| Pickup Selector | 5-way blade switch for selecting the magnetic pickup configurations |
| Tremolo/Bridge | James Tyler designed tremolo bridge / vintage style tremolo, custom setup for string path & stability |
| Tuners | Locking, sealed & staggered tuners with 16:1 ratio |
| Battery | Rechargeable lithium-ion battery (approx 12 hours play time), plus a wall charger that also allows operation without a battery |
| Modelling/Digital Tech | Full Variax modelling: 28 instrument models, 11 tunings, Virtual Capo, alt tunings, etc. Can be edited via Workbench & USB interface |
| Additional Features | Pickup bypass so that if the battery dies, the magnetic pickups can still output as a normal guitar |
| USB | USB port for connecting to Workbench software to customise models, tunings, etc. |
| Date Sold | 6/12/25 |
| Sold For | $2,000 AUD |