This year, Jackson has updated all of the major ranges of the catalog. Affordable X and the exclusive USA Signature series have received the bulk of updates.
Jackson`s booth was one of the busiest places at this year`s NAMM show, with over 25 models being introduced. From the beginner JS line and all the way to the USA Signature, all of the rages were updated. Moreover, a brand new body shape was introduced – Monarkh. There`s something for every metal player out there. JS caters to beginners and players who seek a good practice instrument. Its updates were: Monarkh JS22, Kelly JS32 and Kelly JS32T. X series is in the lower intermediate-intermediate zone. This year, it received following updates: Monarkh SCX, Monarkh SCX7, Soloist SL3X, Soloist SLXTQ, Soloist SLATXMG3-6, Soloist SLATTXMG3-6, Soloist SLATTXMGQ3-6, Rhoads RRXT LH, Christian Andreu RRXT, David Ellefson Signature CBX IV, David Ellefson Signature CBX V, Concert Bass CBXNT IV and Concert Bass CBXNT V. Pro series is the gateway series towards the luxurious USA series models. Its roster was reinforced with: Monarkh SC, Soloist SL2Q MAH, Soloist SL2M and Soloist SL2. The ultimate tier in Jackson catalog is acclaimed USA Signature series. It was updated with following models: Christian Andreu USA Signature Rhoads, Chris Broderick USA Signature Soloist HT6, Chris Broderick USA Signature Soloist HT7, David Ellefson USA Signature CB IV and David Ellefson USA Signature CB V.
JS Series Monarkh SC JS22 is a low-cost guitar with high quality level. It is the opening model of the newly established Monarkh range. Solid poplar body, bolt-on neck, 22-fret rosewood fingerboard, Jackson electronics and Jackson hardware form this affordable six-stringer. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Monarkh SC JS22 detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
JS Series Kelly JS32 is being refreshed for the new season. The new incarnation of this budget-friendly metal axe rocks a classic Kelly body, bolt-on neck with 24-fret fingerboard, licensed Floyd Rose bridge, passive Jackson electronics and Jackson hardware. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Kelly JS32 detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
JS Series Kelly JS32T is a hardtail version of the Kelly JS32, string-thru tune-o-matic bridge replaces the locking tremolo. Other than that, these two are one and the same guitar. Classic Kelly body, bolted neck, 24-fret fingerboard and Jackson electronics & hardware are all there. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Kelly JS32T detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
X Series Monarkh SCX is one of the most interesting Monarkh models introduced this year. It rocks a mahogany body, set mahogany neck, 22-fret rosewood fingerboard and Jackson electronics & hardware. It comes in Black and Silver. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Monarkh SCX detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
X Series Monarkh SCX7 comes in with a 25-1/2” scale (6-string version has a 24-3/4” scale), mahogany body, mahogany neck, pointy headstock with 3+3 tuners, 22-fret fingerboard and passive Jackson pickups. Also, the black-clad hardware is Jackson-branded. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Monarkh SCX7 detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
X Series Soloist SL3X proves the timelessness of a Soloist/Superstrat concept with three pickups in H/S/S arrangement (single-coils are actually Hot Rails humbuckers). Flamboyant 80`s-reminiscent color schemes, Floyd Rose bridge, 24-fret fingerboard and super-fast neck are also there. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Soloist SL3X detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
X Series Soloist SLXTQ brings a fixed bridge, quilt maple top and dual humbucker pickups combo. Add Sharkfin-inlaid fingerboard (24 frets), lightning-fast neck with through-body construction, black-clad Jackson hardware and you`ve got yourself a proper shred machine. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Soloist SLXTQ detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
X Series Soloist SLATXMG3-6 is one of the most serious competitors in under-$1,000 class with its Floyd rose bridge, magnificent EMG pickups (81 in the bridge and 85 in the neck), 24-fret fingerboard with Piranha inlays and Jackson hardware. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Soloist SLATXMG3-6 detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
X Series Soloist SLATTXMG3-6`s additional T in the name stands for a tune-o-matic bridge which replaces the ubiquitous Floyd Rose tremolo. Other than that, this is the same guitar as the previous SLATXMG3-6. EMG`s cannons and 24-fret fingerboard promise endless fun. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Soloist SLATTXMG3-6 detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
X Series Soloist SLATTXMGQ3-6 is one of many X series Soloist models introduced for 2016. It combines tested and proven components, such as: EMG`s 81/85 pickups set, 24-fret fingerboard, Speed neck, string-through tune-o-matic bridge and Jackson tuners. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Soloist SLATTXMGQ3-6 detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
X Series Rhoads RRXT LH is a left-handed Rhoads with beveled body, series-standard Duncan designed pickups, through-body neck construction, Jackson tuners and a string-through tune-o-matic bridge. Traditionally, the fingerboard features 22 frets. Satin Black is the only available color option. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the RRXT LH detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
X Series Christian Andreu Rhoads RRXT is one of two Christian`s signature models introduced this year. Basically, this is a standard RRXT, but with a few changes. Custom graphic replaces the neck pickup and the body`s made of nato instead of basswood. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list,Christian Andreu Rhoads RRXT check the detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
X Series David Ellefson Concert Bass CBX IV comes around as an affordable version of David`s USA Signature four-stringer. It rocks a solid and beveled body, full 34” scale, Jackson`s s High Output humbuckers, 21-fret fingerboard and Jackson tuners. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the David Ellefson CBX IV detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
X Series David Ellefson Concert Bass CBX V is there for all the Megadeth fans and other metal bass players who want a reasonably priced instrument with killer features. Key appointments include a solid and double-cut body, 34” scale, Jackson pickups, Jackson hardware and 21-fret fingerboard. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the David Ellefson CBX V detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
X Series Concert Bass CBXNT IV is the absolute champion in the bang for the buck category, where it easily blows the competition out of the water. Solid and double-cut Concert Bass body, slim maple neck, 21-fret fingerboard, Jackson pickups and Jackson hardware make up this four-string beast. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the CBXNT IV detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
X Series Concert Bass CBXNT V is there for all the players who need that low B (or A) string. It brings the same specs and features list as the CBXNT IV, meaning it has neck-through-body construction, slim neck, Jackson electronics, Jackson hardware and 21-fret fingerboard. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the CBXNT V detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
Pro Series Monarkh SC is the top of the initial Monarkh line. It stretches through JS, X and Pro ranges and this SC is the best Monarkh money can currently get. Premium features include quilt maple top, Seymour Duncan`s Blackout pickups, 22-fret fingerboard and Jackson hardware. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Monarkh SC detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
Pro Series Soloist SL2QM defines what the expression “Classic Soloist” means. main features include Original Floyd Rose bridge, dual Seymour Duncan humbuckers, 24-fret fingerboard with triangular Piranha inlays, 25-1/2” scale and Jackson tuners. SL2QM also rocks a quilt maple top. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Soloist SL2QM detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
Pro Series Soloist SL2M is the same as the previous one, but without a quilt maple top. Also, it features a maple fingerboard for all of the Superstrat/Soloist traditionalists out there. Seymour Duncan passive electronics, Jackson tuners, Original Floyd Rose bridge and neck-through-body construction guarantee an unrepeatable experience. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Soloist SL2M detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
Pro Series Soloist SL2 ditches the quilt maple top in favor of the traditional flat-top appearance. Also, it replaces the maple fingerboard found on SL2M with a rosewood fingerboard. Seymour Duncan humbuckers, Original Floyd Rose bridge and 24-fret fingerboard with Piranha inlays are bound to rock your socks off. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Soloist SL2 detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
USA Signature Christian Andreu Rhoads is a true beast. Lone Charvel humbucker in the bridge position, string-through tune-o-matic bridge, a minimalist 22-fret fingerboard and Jackson tuners are there with one purpose and one purpose only – to hammer the nastiest riffs known to mankind, day in and day out. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Christian Andreu Rhoads detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
USA Signature Chris Broderick Soloist HT6 is one of two updates of Chris`s signature line. HT6 is a modern/classic killing machine. Slightly modified Soloist body, hardtail bridge with independent saddles, custom-designed DiMarzio pickups, 24-fret fingerboard and Planet Waves tuners complete this speed demon. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Chris Broderick Soloist HT6 detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
USA Signature Chris Broderick Soloist HT7 keeps the HT6`s specs list intact, except for the addition of the low B string. Custom wound DiMarzio pickups, unmarked 24-fret fingerboard, through-body neck with custom contour and Jackson hardware complete this seven-stringer. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the Chris Broderick Soloist HT7 detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
USA Signature David Ellefson Concert Bass CB IV is a sleek, elegant bass with a slim neck, 21-fret fingerboard, active EMG humbuckers (with a 3-band EQ, also active), Hi Mass Jackson bridge and mighty Hipshot tuners. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the David Ellefson CB IV detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
USA Signature David Ellefson Concert Bass CB V reprises a vast majority of features seen on the CB IV model, offering additional low B string. EMG electronics, Hi Mass bridge, 21-fret fingerboard with Sharkfin inlays and Hipshot tuners complete this bad boy. For a more comprehensive review and a full specs list, check the David Ellefson CB V detail page on our site or Jackson Guitars official web page.
