SevenStringJones
Oh Billy
I've had this guitar for a week or two now, just formulate something more than a first impression and I've got to say, Jackson knocked it out of the park.
Playabilty: This guitar is a step above my Ibanez Prestige RG1527Z and that's saying something because I really enjoy the Ibby. Action is low and the 27" scale is perfect for tuning down a whole step and retaining the clarity and punch I want. My only gripe in this area would be the use of non-stainless frets. You would think that on a USA Jackson at these prices there would be some stainless frets.
Fit & Finish: The satin poly finish on this axe is fantastic, great choice by Jackson. There are no bumps or bubbles in the actual finish. There are a few carving marks in the alder but they cannot be felt nor are they obnoxious. The only factory flaw I found was where the beautiful ebony fingerboard meets the insanely gorgeous flamed maple top. There was a bit of glue, I assume from gluing the fingerboard on, left unwiped or sanded. Not a huge deal and in Jacksons defense, it is the exact same color as the maple top. I took a close up picture of the area.
Hardware: Jackson used their own proprietary bridge and tuners on these. The tuners do just fine holding the guitar in tune. The bridge is seemingly styled after a Hipshot and feels good to me. Not a Hipshot, but not a polished turd either.
Electronics: The Dimarzio D'Activators complement this guitar very well, I have no issue with them, but I will be trying a set of the Blackwater Guitars Neodymium pickups as soon as I wire them in. I would have already swapped them but I can't get the control cover off. Jackson seems to have pressed the damn thing in with an interference fit. I've never tried the Neodymiums so I figured I'd give them a try. Pots and output jack are average but the three way toggle in this guitar is a step above.
Construction: The construction of this guitar is superb, no seams or gaps are visible and every part of this guitar just oozes quality. The control cavity cover is even made of a painted metal. The heel, or lack there of, is excellent. Upper fret access FTW!
Overall
If you're looking for a high quality, gorgeous, baritone seven string axe get one of these. Seriously, do yourself a favor and get one.
On an unrelated note, my RG1527Z is for sale if anyone is interested.
If you haven't already guessed it I bought this used from another forum member which is why I didn't take into account the ding on the headstock.
And here's what you really came here for-the pron!
Here is the picture of the excess glue
Playabilty: This guitar is a step above my Ibanez Prestige RG1527Z and that's saying something because I really enjoy the Ibby. Action is low and the 27" scale is perfect for tuning down a whole step and retaining the clarity and punch I want. My only gripe in this area would be the use of non-stainless frets. You would think that on a USA Jackson at these prices there would be some stainless frets.
Fit & Finish: The satin poly finish on this axe is fantastic, great choice by Jackson. There are no bumps or bubbles in the actual finish. There are a few carving marks in the alder but they cannot be felt nor are they obnoxious. The only factory flaw I found was where the beautiful ebony fingerboard meets the insanely gorgeous flamed maple top. There was a bit of glue, I assume from gluing the fingerboard on, left unwiped or sanded. Not a huge deal and in Jacksons defense, it is the exact same color as the maple top. I took a close up picture of the area.
Hardware: Jackson used their own proprietary bridge and tuners on these. The tuners do just fine holding the guitar in tune. The bridge is seemingly styled after a Hipshot and feels good to me. Not a Hipshot, but not a polished turd either.
Electronics: The Dimarzio D'Activators complement this guitar very well, I have no issue with them, but I will be trying a set of the Blackwater Guitars Neodymium pickups as soon as I wire them in. I would have already swapped them but I can't get the control cover off. Jackson seems to have pressed the damn thing in with an interference fit. I've never tried the Neodymiums so I figured I'd give them a try. Pots and output jack are average but the three way toggle in this guitar is a step above.
Construction: The construction of this guitar is superb, no seams or gaps are visible and every part of this guitar just oozes quality. The control cavity cover is even made of a painted metal. The heel, or lack there of, is excellent. Upper fret access FTW!
Overall
If you're looking for a high quality, gorgeous, baritone seven string axe get one of these. Seriously, do yourself a favor and get one.
On an unrelated note, my RG1527Z is for sale if anyone is interested.
If you haven't already guessed it I bought this used from another forum member which is why I didn't take into account the ding on the headstock.
And here's what you really came here for-the pron!
Here is the picture of the excess glue
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