Aria PE-F80 Series Electric Guitar in Black Top with Natural Back

The Aria Pro II PE-F80 is a refined, budget-conscious tribute to the legendary PE-R80 model first introduced in 1980. It inherits key design elements such as a strong carved top, recessed controls, cloud-shaped fingerboard inlays, and a contoured flat back that reduces overall weight without compromising tone or playability.

This model also features Aria's signature heel-less cutaway neck joint, offering seamless access to upper frets—ideal for expressive soloing and advanced technical playing. Its sleek, vintage-inspired design blends heritage with practical performance.

Aria Pro II began in 1975, launching the original PE-1500 model in 1976. Since then, the PE series has been embraced by professional musicians across genres, including Neal Schon (Journey), Gerry Cott (Boomtown Rats), and Andy Summers (The Police), all drawn to Aria’s unique build quality and tone.

Aria Guitars has remained a pillar of Japanese guitar craftsmanship for over 60 years. Each instrument reflects the company’s dedication to excellence, combining traditional techniques with modern innovation to meet the evolving demands of serious musicians.

The PE-F80 continues this legacy by delivering premium style and sound at an accessible price point—perfect for players who value tone, heritage, and comfort.

Specifications

SKU: ARPEF80BKTP
Brand: Aria
Type: Solid Body Electric Guitar
Series: Aria PE-Series
Finish: Black Gloss Top with Natural Gloss Back

Body: Okoume with Carved Top
Neck: Mahogany, Set-Neck with Heel-less Cutaway
Fretboard: Rosewood
Frets: 22
Fretboard Radius: 305R (12")
Scale Length: 628mm (24.75")
Nut Width: 43mm

Hardware: Gold
Tailpiece: Aria Original SPT Bridge with QH Tailpiece

Pickups:

• Neck: CPH-1G "Classic Power II" (Alnico-5)

• Bridge: CPH-1G "Classic Power II" (Alnico-5)

Controls:

• 2 x Volume

• 2 x Tone

• 3-way Pickup Selector Switch

• 2 x Dual Sound Switches (for coil splitting)