Origins of Speed | Jackson American Series Soloist | Jackson Guitars

[@Savatanica]

For me the logo on a reverse headstock is the best thing in the history of guitars.Haunting

[@ドリフト180X]

I like the way those new soloists look. Especially the blue one. That thing is cool.

[@AndiKravljaca]

Alyssa Day is absolutely on point with that playing. So clean and interesting! Love the resurgence of the US line. Why no binding!!

[@kevliao]

Yes she is, she is my guitar teacher.

[@ScatteredDimension]

Was wondering the same thing about binding. No binding makes it look cheapish and quite weird actually...

[@AndiKravljaca]

@@ScatteredDimension My guess is that it's the Fender production line in Corona and binding is very unusual for that assembly line - but of course this is a neck-through which is even more unusual so I don't really know.

[@majesticpbjcat7707]

I think it looks cooler without binding. When I see binding these days, it makes me think of those gaudier looking Schecter guitars.

[@miguelsmusicstuff]

The whole no binding thing is fine by me especially because they have luminlay side dots but I wish they had misha play more his playing is awesome

[@SilverKnife0311]

I love where the Truss-rod adjustment is now! Not happy about the price or the fact there is no HH option.

[@richardflora7940]

I have played them since 1987 best guitars ever made.

[@andymartinhimself]

Jackson Guitars… giving guitar enthusiasts lustful thoughts since 1981

[@jamesmurphy981]

I have a Rhodes V, a Jackson Dinky w a reverse headstock and a Jackson Eleffson Signature Jazz Bass Guitar I love em all

[@guilhermebarcellos1126]

I love Jackson guitars!!! This Soloist series are beautiful!!! #JacksonIsJackson

[@phillippitts6294]

More hh ht models please! Every Jackson I’ve owned , played and sounded amazing

[@jgmopar]

I have a Jackson MIJ Soloist from 1991. I am curious to see how it stands up to the new American Series. I think out of the 6 Jacksons I have that MIJ soloist still reigns as champ.

[@jacksonrich6398]

Love Jacksons!

[@frank74zakk]

I just purchase an American Series soloist Blue, fantastic to play, I can’t live without it anymore

[@ChrisTarpleyAsylumOfCerberus]

Man, Misha gloating is a thing to see and appreciate hahaha. Love that guy.

[@ilovesguitarmucho]

Several items: 1. Super stoked for this, they all look great! 2. Misha's humor always makes me chuckle. 3. LOVE seeing the legendary Mike Shannon on here. 4. Here's to hoping to finally getting my hands on a USA RR. Possible American Series..? Anxiously waiting to see what the future holds. 5. Love that you guys had Alyssa shredding to close out the video. Major brownie points for showcasing some "new" blood in the metal game and she's a great player musician. P.S. For those not aware/reading this comment, Alyssa released her debut single today. You can check out the video for "Dread & Dream" here on KZbin and listen to the track on Spotify. Also, she has her debut EP titled "Ruinous" coming out.

[@Wildchildinc]

The RR24 is my main axe for a decade now and wouldn't take anything else! *PLEASE BRING BACK SINGLE PICKUP RR24 MODELS!

[@popescusergiu469]

In Laiho we trust

[@matthewparent4231]

This is great news!!! I can't wait to see what all they will do with this line of guitars. I really hope we see some 7 & 8 string models. I own 4 Jackson's and they are by far my favorite brand!!! They are built for speed, the feel and sound is like nothing else. I've owned many guitars over 25 years of playing and I've played most brands out there but this company is truly something special. Great job Jackson!!!

[@berthazlewood]

As a 30 year Jackson player, all I can say is WOW! Amazing how Jackson continues to push the boundaries of shred. No other company even comes close.

[@adamcogan211]

HOLY SHIT ALYSSA IS INSANE! Hadn’t heard of her before but my god can she play!!!! Some of those voicing and licks were out of this world!!! Checking her stuff out now! Edit: I WAS SUBSCRIBED TO HER CHANNEL ALL ALONG! She clearly impressed me before but since she posts so little on her channel I forgot about her! Never happening again!!

[@skourthsgiaoyrths9610]

omg another superstrat i c cant believe it ive always waited for this

[@sargetparrot]

the more i see of this guitar the more i want one.

[@mwbrada]

I'm in the market for a new workhorse and this thing just barged its way to the front of the line lol...

[@jeffarab4947]

U should they are so fun to play especially dinkys or a rr

[@1HYB]

Jackson and quality don't exactly go hand in hand these days if we are really being honest. Imports have tons of QC problems, and a majority of customers are buying imports because of the prices. I have limited experience with US models but I hope they're great. I'd love to get my hands on this model to try, but it's too pricey for me. I'm in the market for a guitar that's $1000-$1500 and here's what I'm looking for in order of importance: 1. non-glossy neck (classic Jackson headstock*) 2. stainless steel frets 3. locking tuners 4. hipshot or floyd are acceptable 5. HH combo with Fishman or SD pickups 6. a fucking case 7. ebony fretboard 8. clean body paint with no topwoods (could be S, V, or X shaped) With this list, which I'd bet is common, Jackson just fall behind Ibanez, LTD, and Schecter at this point; Charvel and Jackson are sort of twins. I know my price criteria is throwing me right into Indonesian made guitars, and I'm not trying to trash Jackson but many of us who want Jacksons are looking elsewhere. If things don't change, fucking Kramer will be stealing customers in a few years. I'm only saying this because I love Jackson.

[@Masterfighterx]

I agree, Jackson (among others still) should up their game and join in on the current times without coming up with stupid prices. I would loooove it if they took a Vintage White RR (either their current Indonesian model, or a future one looking like the 3rd prototype, but also Indonesian, or maybe, depending on price, Korean) added SS frets to it and MoP inlays, that would be killer.

[@iLLuzion1st]

Look at an RG550 i fuckn love mine

[@nalvarado2001]

I think you pretty much nailed it man. I have a hard time with Jackson, because I’ve played a lot of different models and I kind of thought “meh” Yet for some odd reason my cheap 98 JS model from Japan is the only one that makes me even consider Jackson. Hope they nail it with this one.

[@tippss3332]

Not true. I've bought 5 pro series soloist , Loomis Kelly and dinky in the last 3-4years and are top notch with no issues what so ever!!! I own 12 Jacksons. 7 are japanese made from the 90's. The rest are indo made with no issues. Will always be a loyal Jackson player!!!

[@Masterfighterx]

@@tippss3332 True, since people has experienced it. It's like saying Gibson is perfect because *you* haven't had one with point issues or tooling marks 😂

[@Xaion6]

My Blue Bengal was my foot in the door, and I'll never need anything outside of my Jackson/EVH/Charvel family, EVER.

[@calvinelamparo3936]

Can we get a 2 hour documentary on Jackson guitars?

[@chrisk3754]

I just got a Jackson-I wanted one for awhile. I do like metal guitars and I already do want to get a higher model. Pretty cool designs.

[@LeoM-zt3pl]

So I tested out one of the new SL3 guitars last night. The fret work and setup out of the box was incredible, fast as f@ck neck is an understatement. It felt quality. I dont care for the HSS setup, would prefer HH with pickup rings not exposed cavities, looks very cheap. The reverse inlays are really cool and actual pearl. Wish the headstock logo was also pearl not silk screened. 1500 series trem felt better than expected. Still think Fender/Jackson is shortchanging consumers with a fairly bare bones soloist for a pretty hefty price tag. If they knocked $500+ USD off the msrp it would seem more reasonable.

[@Studio_Earth]

incredible that they're not ridiculous amounts of money. P.s. Alyssa's riffs are brutal. Makes gidar sound anggy.

[@iLLuzion1st]

They are ridiculously priced! So many missing features too!

[@benjimusicandgamimg9773]

@@iLLuzion1st welcome to inflation. The affordability era of guitars is over.

[@NitroModelsAndComics]

My Model 6 is now 35 years old and it plays like it did day one. I bought it second hand and it has been my second guitar for decades and who knows how many gigs. It has been in the trunk in freezing conditions multiple nights. It has been used as a crow bar once. While my main will always be my 84 Explorer, my Model 6, my WRXMG Warrior and my now gone Koa Dinky ( miss that one, it was a 96 I believe) have all been savage tonally and have been there through it all. I may get one of the new ones. Do I need another guitar? Damn Straight I do!

[@kakigoreng83]

I only got dinky js11 and js12,but these guitars are hard to put down when you start playing.hope i can afford USA made ones soon.

[@AlanElias350]

4:50 QC issue at the nut? Did not paint near the nut.

[@Murphy_R9]

Nice catch!!! Yeah that is either missing paint or maybe part of a brass shim sticking out? either way it is not acceptable for over 2K!

[@AlanElias350]

@@Murphy_R9 my 4k custom shop had all kinds of qc issues. Im pissed.

[@Murphy_R9]

@@AlanElias350 Yeah very understandable! I would be pissed too! i have seen a few report problems and it is really sad because at one time When Grover was still the owner there was no such thing as a "bad Jackson or Charvel" When i played/owned them back in 1982-88 every single guitar was amazing. Regardless there is no excuse for any 3K-4K CS guitar to have a single issue!

[@kevinac4397]

Mine had some high frets and needed shims at the nut. They crank them out a little too fast.

[@waberoid]

Eeeeey that's my cousin Adam at 6:19! Hell yeah!

[@jacksonguitarsusa]

🤘🙌😎

[@liveseytowers]

I've seen Jackson all over social media this last few weeks. I've always loved the brand but I've shifted to Gibson/Fender again. Maybe I'll go back to my roots and buy a Jackson next :)

[@BrianOboylemusic]

Love this stuff

[@jakeshuster6783]

It looks just like the older japan sl3s. pretty badass.

[@magnumopus511]

Very cool looking guitars!..would like to have one, How much is the price of this amazing badass? (SRP range) thanks!

[@Nick-Cain]

love to see a blood red version

[@oh033]

No binding thank god. I want one with 2 hums and pickup rings!

[@portuguesebeer5069]

Cheers from Portugal 🤘🍺🇵🇹

[@mikegallagher2732]

Alyssa can fucking SHRED ....WOW... SHE IS BADASS.

[@aandc2005]

Jackson is the greatest guitar company on earth!!!!! Mike Shannon is a guitar maker God!!!!👍🎶🎸🍔🍟🍺🇺🇸 Btw please bring back the DK2FF that's the one with the flame inlays! maybe as a limited edition

[@seansloan6578]

GP from our 80's-you said it. Jax is the bet axe - luv my girl.

[@RabihSaadguitars]

I love Jackson....I own a USA customshop sl2 and a Japanese dk2... This line is competing directly with the MJ line that have a better bridge (Gotoh 1996) vs the korean floyd 1500.... But i guess its a good thing for players that cant afford a USA customshop Jackson to say hey i have a USA Jackson now.....It the only purpose that i can find for this line...

[@rainxsupreme]

It’d be cool to see a fixed bridge option at this price point too. Hopefully that’s something we’ll see in the future

[@TYLERtheMAGGOT1]

@@NicoDa1 agreed. A reverse headstock tilted a bit back like the mick thomson model stays in tune well though. I know it's similar to like a Floyd but it acts more like a fixed bridge. Wish more guitars can use that fixed Floyd rose Bridge. To me I love the feel of a Floyd but I hate tuning them.

[@Unchainedmaple888]

@@NicoDa1 There are plenty of Jackson guitars with the 6 inline headstock and a hardtail

[@hhgreg2969]

@@Unchainedmaple888 pretty sure this headstock is different than the ones they use on hardtail, he mentioned in the video this is the "OG" headstock they made specifically.

[@palix5925]

I have the riviera blue on the way right now. I really wished you guys included Stainless Steel frets and an original floyd, but if I love the guitar, I can always swap the bridge out...(also, if this does well, do an RR24 american series.)

[@williampeckham9838]

I had one and I sold it too upgrade my bass. Massive regret. Never went out of tune. I went to guitarguitar to but a gibson sg, left with a jackson dinky dk2m. Sounded better, felt better and half the price

[@hhgreg2969]

6:30 that's a boldface lie, jim lill demonstrated bolt ons sustain just as much if not more than neck thru

[@philipbeasley72]

I want one! Just need money to obtain it.

[@richardflora7940]

I forgot to mention it also needs to have made in USA on the headstock like all the ones I have that's important now why was that left off when people come over to my house and they look at my guitars and they see that made USA on there they know one thing it's the right thing and a choice of colors besides four or choose a graphic designed.

[@sherrieheim8568]

My son is Adam Ehrig 💙 Mom loves you 🤟

[@franciscoangel]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@VapnFagan]

I can promise you this isnt a USA Made Jackson. The head stock says Corona, California, Doesnt say Made In, Price is cheaper and i know they left out a few specs from the higher priced line but something just feels funny. I am almost certain this entire guitar was not built from the ground up in USA.

[@_Suzuka_Joe]

they don't say "made in usa" and it makes you wonder if they're cutting the blanks in Mexico and doing final fit and assembly in the usa. a custom shop model will still say made in usa but these don't.

[@adamehrig8167]

I can assure you they are currently made from the ground up in USA. I worked on this project. I developed the process.

[@adamehrig8167]

@GuitarPlayerFromThe80s It was a big project for us when I was there and I'm happy to see it finally released. I'm happy and proud to have been a part of Jackson. I'm glad to answer questions. I can't reveal too much though ;) I'm also in the video...Yes! Everything except the parts, but that is normal for Jackson. Just trying to help clarify if people are confused!

[@VapnFagan]

@@adamehrig8167 Wow that is pretty impressive for the price. I am just curious what corners were cut to lower the price so drastically on these when compared to the USA line. Also, Do you know why is doesnt have Made in the USA on the headstock?

[@Unchainedmaple888]

@@adamehrig8167 I think that since these guitars already have Gotoh locking tuners, you guys should equip these with Gotoh locking tremolos as well like the Made In Japan line. The Gotoh locking tremolo is so much higher quality than the Korean Floyd 1000 series and they should be pretty affordable too especially at high volume.

[@maxdible]

That trem for that price point???

[@thehun66]

Do we lefty’s get to have with stainless steel frets please!!!

[@jean-marcbaldassarre9152]

On standard Fender USA strats like the Ultra it s written " Corona, California" and not "Made in USA" , same..

[@BA99253]

So are these the new USA select series replacement? Where is the MOP logo and made in USA on headstock??

[@LemonheadFr]

I think what was once the usa series is now available only through custom select... Well, I guess I'm gonna keep my early 90's USAs.

[@BA99253]

@@LemonheadFr oh man I would too those are the great ones👍

[@Murphy_R9]

All Jackson did was cheapen a Icon! The Original Soloist's were such amazing guitars. These are stripped down versions. No binding, Inverse shark fins(i hate that look!) no Made in USA on headstock, Logo is no longer MOP. and the QC will not be all that great and proof is @4:50 !!! Missing paint at the headstock? or is that part of a Brass shim for the locking nut? either way it is totally unacceptable to me!

[@tguers]

Anyone, what is OG that Louis Salgado is referring to?

[@guitarswh]

That neck construction…👍

[@maxammo6282]

Thanks for telling us what the frets are made out of 🤔 At right around two grand this better have stainless steel on it.

[@maxammo6282]

Yeah I'm glorified gig bag no stainless steel frets and they still want two g's I'll pass plus it has HSS come on Jackson get with the program. Looks like I'll be getting me a Harley Benton or schectner. The schectner has stainless steel and a sustainiac pickup for way cheaper than the Jackson. Jackson is at the point where you're paying for the name just like Marshall.

[@alexcorona]

You want your frets to be softer than the strings, that's why most high end guitars don't use stainless steel frets. Even though they look amazing.

[@maxammo6282]

@@alexcorona that's exactly why high-end guitars don't put stainless steel on their frets is because they're harder to work with they're tougher on the tools it takes longer to do the fret job because the material is harder than the normal nickel brass fretwire. You should really do a little research before you embarrass the shit out of yourself like you just did. Harder Fret are desired so your frets don't wear out and you have to get them leveled crowned and polished. You're obviously a noob and have no clue I suggest you get a clue.

[@Murphy_R9]

@GuitarPlayerFromThe80s I agree. i am also disappointed they inverted the shark fins. Love the thumbwheel truss rod so that is a improvement but cannot understand why the lack of Made in USA on the headstock, lack of binding, The inverse inlays(it looks wrong like the builder was drunk!) and SS frets. they also are keeping the price down with the crappy softshell case.

[@maxammo6282]

@@Murphy_R9 and not to mention it's a Floyd Rose 1500. You go on their website and they got other soloist on there for cheaper and with a real German made Floyd Rose. I don't know what the hell they're thinking at fender / Jackson. But I will definitely not be buying one of these at this price point. There are way more options out there with better hardware and a cheaper price. I'm really disappointed in Jackson.

[@extrememike]

Are these crafted in the USA? don’t tell me because is an American series. There is a reason it doesn’t say “made in the USA “ in the headstock like the others. Why?

[@LeoM-zt3pl]

I agree, that wording reads to me that there are a lot of imported parts and its put together in Corona, California. Which doesn't really jive for me with the price point 🤔

[@AleArzMusic]

03:35 go fast

[@Murphy_R9]

Love Jackson and the Soloist is my top choice of model but i am not a fan of the Inverse inlays? Why Jackson? I liked them the original way.Don't fix what is not broke. The lack of binding is a matter of opinion. The Soloist looked more royal with it but the neck will feel faster without the binding. The price on these is good but they definitely cut corners compared to a OG soloist. Logo is no longer MOP, no binding, soft shell case.

[@davidrobles7902]

That’s why it’s $1000 less than a standard American soloist.

[@joachimlindback]

No Jackson or EMG pickups?

[@TYLERtheMAGGOT1]

Wish they can do one for the rhoads and king V. Not enough love for the guys who prefer Vs

[@mwbrada]

Just be patient. If you watch the interview with Jon Romanowski from FMIC/Jackson it clearly sounds like they have new models already waiting in the wings. I'm sure they have some tasty surprises in store for devoted Jackson fans. 😉

[@TYLERtheMAGGOT1]

@@mwbrada I saw a new MIJ jackson rhoads on the website today. I'm debating about canceling my preoder for the American SL3 to get that. It looks beautiful

[@mwbrada]

@@TYLERtheMAGGOT1 hey, whatever floats your boat brougham. I honestly do not know much about any of Jackson's lines. I've been firmly entrenched in Camp ESP since George Lynch. 😂But this USA made Jackson definitely caught my attention.

[@mwbrada]

@@TYLERtheMAGGOT1 things like lack of stainless-steel frets and bindings aren't deal breakers or even issues for me at all. And the quibbling over the Floyd Rose seems exactly that- quibbling. I'll take the warmer sound of nickel over SS every day and bindings are *meh* to me. My guess is this will be a homerun for FMIC/Jackson and different models + more options are on the way. I don't own a V, yet lol... someday.

[@TYLERtheMAGGOT1]

@@mwbrada agreed. Also some artists like Jeff Loomis prefer a Floyd rose 1500 series over the original Floyd rose. I think this is going to be a solid guitar. I think they're aiming towards the ESP route with this series and future series

[@dudenotperfect8]

They better make some king v, rhoads, and hh soloist models for the American series. With a og Floyd tho.

[@michaelmishou388]

What’s the song at the end?

[@progpogs]

Please make a hipshot or gotoh fixed bridge one and PLEASE MAKE A 7 STRING!

[@robvandermolen6767]

In 1992 I contacted Jackson I want them to build a guitar for me, never heard back from them. So I pi..ed and sh.t on them, phoned a luthier who built me the guitar I wanted, and a few more afterwards. I totally ignore corporations since then

[@xF1revolution]

Blind fret slots it sounds like? That is a neat addition

[@Feverdream7777]

my Indonesian Dinky has the problem he was describing where the putty falls out of the very small slots after the wood dries out... it is not a nice feeling under the fingers

[@spoonerluv]

My concern with this is when the fretboard shrinks due to a change in humidity, it may cause the frets to pop out if they aren't glued well. Trading one problem for another (maybe).

[@Feverdream7777]

@@spoonerluv nope. Been using bound fretboards with the same process my whole life here in Tucson Arizona. One problem is not worse than the other and both take some minor skill to fix.

[@jesterraj]

Plz don't stop the white neck binding even in lower end guitars....I have a dxmg....love it it's not a soloist plays like a dream ...Caribbean player here

[@josephdelcorsano9209]

I hope they come out with one with 2 humbuckers!

[@jayvoorhees2931]

Want want 🤘

[@Ramo_Baramia]

I hope they Do nice Vs with some sick finishes....

[@กองพันที่1ล้านสี่]

My old guitar It was all ruined and became my grandfather's emerald. In my country, I have to work hard all year to buy a guitar. I don't have enough money to buy a guitar. I love Jackson. I beg your pardon, can I give you a Jackson King V. guitar that doesn't work or has a defect, that is old, or that you can leave me one? I will continue to make albums. I would like to express my deepest gratitude. If you hurt me, I apologize to you. May God protect you, Amen🙏🏼💐

[@2974dc]

I think the greatest question here is how much are these things going for?

[@CagedPaps]

$2,500 / £2,200.

[@andrewsmall4865]

I don't understand why they are putting a single coil in the neck. At least put a Hot Rails in there. That single coil is going to be unusable with high gain.

[@AlanElias350]

What makes a Jackson is QC issues. My custom shop blew ass on quality of craftsmanship.

[@iLLuzion1st]

Nooooo really? That sucks. Can you get a refund

[@30_second_guitar]

Guitar look amazing but Scott tone was so harsh and bad. I Feel like hearing some vst without cab sim

[@LeoM-zt3pl]

His tone is always awful imo , like a teenager who got his first distortion pedal

[@Kylora2112]

Any plans on making a quality lefty model that isn't entry level crap or the blandest Super Strat ever? LTD offers more lefty James Hetfield models than you offer lefty models *period*.

[@karl07777]

bridge frets and notorious jackson qc and this should be 1999 bucks

[@mrjoe9308]

So the "one piece jackson neck thru" are not real neck thru ... they are "set thru" ...

[@HECTORRODRIGUEZ-py6gt]

You mean Randy Rhoads Concorde headstock?That's the OG headstock

[@michaelmetal71]

any chance in hell we can get at least one lefty version in black

[@anthonystark69]

2500$ Floyd rose 1500. no hard case no stainless steel frets. no thanks.

[@brettwaine5432]

Wow Alyssa!! So hot n so fukn awesome shredding... Anyone else think the distortion from the EVH when Scott was playing sounded like shit?

[@gettestudios]

add a color from your history DMR....Dark Metallic Red...

[@marshallgibson89]

Why isn't a original Floyd Rose used in a 3000$ guitar?

[@a-nus]

this and no HH option is frankly ludicrous, how do you put a FR1000 in a MIA guitar it could've at least been a gotoh floyd

[@NO-TALK-GuitarPlugin]

No stainless steel frets? Really?!

[@anthonypetovello]

thought - active pickups stock on a guitar like this. eh eh? take my money.

[@cosmicsea89]

Literally every guitar has side dot inlays

[@erikkorhonen]

"its a body shape lots have copied" lol its copy of another design but ok there

[@zipchtkdn7804]

Bull crap Scotty Ian. Jackson gives you that stuff or gifts you. What's wrong with $30,000 worth of custom shop guitars I know you didn't pay for

[@holysmoke8439]

No 24 frets was a childish sales gimmick then as is now

[@AdrianNWB]

How is it childish? People who want 24 frets actually use all of them.

[@holysmoke8439]

@@AdrianNWB ok it's n adult gmick

[@AdrianNWB]

Okay, then how is it a “gimmick?” The guitar is mostly marketed towards players who typically use the entire fretboard. Even the guitarists who aren’t known for lead playing in this video (Scott Ian,Misha Mansoor) don’t seem to have a problem with the number of frets.

[@Ro-Bucks]

Seems like the only good reviews are coming from JAckson... I mean Fender

[@8Junio76]

I just can afford the made in indonesia Jackson

[@Am_I_really_not_really_I_AM]

They look like toys and they're way overpriced. If I felt like dropping that kind of money I would get one of the MiJ models.

[@fenson6738]

Floyd Rose 1500 on a 2500$ guitar !?! Shame on you stingy bunch !

[@Suzumebachigr]

You cannot even send the existing orders, STOP making new things.....

[@kevinac4397]

How lazy is Jackson with fret wire, hilarious

[@hhgreg2969]

"it's a shape a lot of companies have copied" that's rich considering you copped it from Fender anyways lmao

[@albertmarkethinkpr1325]

Not everyone wants a Floyd....

[@AdrianNWB]

This is a shred/metal guitar. Caveman riffers have other options out there.

[@albertmarkethinkpr1325]

@@AdrianNWB ESP got plenty good ones.

[@DoppiaVoce]

The sound I hear from this video is very bad imho