The Jackson American Series Virtuoso is a poignant testament to a legacy birthed in Southern California in 1980. Acclaimed for pioneering innovations tailored for the nuanced requirements of hard rock and metal aficionados, Jackson Guitars seamlessly marries craftsmanship with functionality. This masterpiece, a crown jewel from their prestigious American Series, embodies the brand’s relentless dedication to precision, top-tier performance, and a design ethos that remains peerless.
At the heart of this instrument lies its robust alder body. The unique contoured “hand-shake” heel, a design often mistaken for its simplicity, stands out as an ergonomic wonder, ensuring players relish unparalleled comfort during extended playing sessions. Coating this structural marvel is a captivating Specific Ocean finish, bringing a touch of the vast and mysterious depths of the sea to every performance.
Radiating durability and resilience, the neck is meticulously carved from a fusion of 5-piece maple and caramelized maple. Enhanced by graphite-reinforcement rods, it guarantees unwavering stability, right up to its 24th fret. Complementing this is the 12-16” streaked ebony fingerboard, calibrated for versatility—equally adept at powerful chord progressions near the nut as it is with complex scale runs on the higher registers.
The guitar’s electronic prowess is undeniably formidable. Armed with a Seymour Duncan JB TB-4 at the bridge and a Seymour Duncan ’59 SH-1N at the neck, it’s primed to traverse a tonal range from the deepest, most resonant lows to the crispest highs. The Specific Ocean hue isn’t just a visual delight; it’s a narrative, weaving tales of Jackson’s illustrious past while hinting at its promising future.
Completing this musical tour de force are elite additions like the Floyd Rose 1500 Series tremolo system and the Gotoh MG-T locking tuners, further cementing its stature as a paradigm of modern musical excellence.
- Fresh Specific Ocean Finish
- Sturdy Alder Body with “Hand-Shake” Heel
- 5-Piece Maple and Caramelized Maple Neck
- 12-16” Streaked Ebony Fingerboard
- Graphite-Reinforced Neck Stability
- Seymour Duncan JB TB-4 and ’59 SH-1N Pick-ups
- Floyd Rose 1500 Series Tremolo System
- Gotoh MG-T Locking Tuners