Fender Musical Instruments launched the Jackson American Series Soloist SL3 on September 7, 2022. It is the first guitar in a new line of USA-made Jacksons built at Fender’s factory in Corona, California.
Jackson was founded in California, and MusicRadar called the move a homecoming for the hard rock and metal brand.
The guitar
- Maple neck-through construction with Jackson’s Speed Neck profile and a compound-radius ebony fingerboard, 12 to 16 inches.
- 24 jumbo stainless steel frets, Luminlay side dots and pearl shark fin inlays.
- Seymour Duncan pickups in an S/S/H layout, a Floyd Rose 1500 locking tremolo and Gotoh locking tuners.
- Finishes: Riviera Blue, Platinum Pearl, Black Gloss and Slime Green Satin.
Jackson’s endorsing players for the launch include Alyssa Day of Mindscar and Lee Malia of Bring Me The Horizon.
FAQ
Where is the SL3 built?
At Fender’s factory in Corona, California.
Is it the first model in the line?
Yes, it starts Jackson’s new American Series.
What tremolo does it use?
A Floyd Rose 1500 locking tremolo.
Source & credit
Source: Fender Musical Instruments via PR Newswire, September 7, 2022: “Jackson Introduces the American Series Soloist SL3”.
Also: MusicRadar, September 7, 2022: “Fender launches USA-made Jacksons with the American Series Soloist SL3”.