Hailing from upstate New York, guitarist Jake Bowen has been an integral cog in the Grammy-nominated progressive metal machine known as Periphery. Their 2010 self-titled debut solidified their place in the metal world and helped popularize an exciting new generation of music known as "djent". In between touring and writing for Periphery, Jake also composes and releases electronic music under his own name and collaborates with his bandmate Misha Mansoor on a project called Four Seconds Ago. His solo debut release, "Isometric", was released in 2015. Features 5pc Maple/Walnut neck The 5pc Maple/Walnut neck provides tonal clarity and superior attack. Ebony fretboard Ebony produces tight lows and mid range with a strong attack in the high end and features a quick response and rich sustain. 27 frets This guitar features 27 frets which are designed for lead players and shredders who make their home in the higher octaves. Basswood body The Basswood body delivers a natural and flat tone. Gotoh MG-T locking machine heads The Gotoh MG-T locking machine heads achieve incredible tuning stability, cutting down string-changing time. Gibraltar Elite Bridge The Gibraltar Elite bridge is constructed with machined brass and features more mass, which supports better transfer of string vibration and better resonance.