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Jackson unveils a mind-boggling array of new Pro Series, X Series and affordable JS Series guitars for 2021

By Richard Bienstock

The company rolls out camo-finished Soloist and Rhoads models, next-level Pro Dinky DK Modern guitars, majestic King V seven-strings and much more

Jackson adds high-spec new bass models to its Pro Series and X Series for 2021

By Sam Roche

The Pro Series Spectra Bass and X Series Concert Bass CBXNT DX IV boast a plethora of fine appointments

Jackson Guitars has unveiled its 2021 MJ Series

Jackson unleashes metal mayhem with new made-in-Japan MJ Series Rhoads, Dinky and Soloist models

By Richard Bienstock

Fresh 2021 offerings boast DiMarzio and Duncan pickups, sculpted shredder’s neck heels, sleek finishes and more

Purple Mirror Marty Friedman and surprisingly traditional Misha Mansoor models headline Jackson’s 2021 signature series

By Richard Bienstock

Also on tap are collaborations with Black Dahlia Murder’s Brandon Ellis and Gojira’s Christian Andreu

The history of Jackson Guitars

By Jonathan Horsley

As Jackson celebrates its 40th anniversary, we chart its history from custom repair shop to number one supplier of rock and metal guitars

Save $150 on a Jackson X Series Soloist SL5X FSR in this face-melting deal over at Guitar Center

By Sam Roche

Get this certified shred machine for only $549.99 in this epic Prime Day offering

Get this hot-rodded Bubblegum Pink Jackson Soloist shred machine for just $479 in this insane Guitar Center deal

By Sam Roche

The Gold Award-winning X Series SL4X electric guitar is also available in Daphne Blue for $499

The best electric guitars under $1,000 2021: 9 top options for beginners and experts

By Guitar World Staff

From updated classics to modern single- and double-cut options, here's our pick of electric guitars that deliver for less than a grand

The best electric guitars under $2,000: top spec guitars for intermediate and pro players

The best electric guitars under $2,000: high-end guitars for intermediate and pro players

By Guitar World Staff, Chris Corfield

Discover superior tone and playability with our round-up of sub-$2k axes – from Strats to seven-strings

Jackson CBXM X-Series Signature David Ellefson Concert IV and V review

By Joe Daly

David Ellefson's new signature Jackson basses are mega-cool, mega-understated and not just for metal

Jackson summer 2020 electric guitar and bass line-up

Jackson unveils Crossroads-inspired San Dimas plus its first 27-fret and Evertune models as part of huge summer line-up

By Richard Bienstock

Summer line-up also includes fresh Adrian Smith and Dave Ellefson signature designs

Best electric guitars under $500: 10 epic electrics for smaller budgets

By Chris Gill, Amit Sharma, Guitar World Staff

These budget electric guitars offer fantastic tone and great playability, all within a more wallet-friendly price range

Jackson Adrian Smith SDXM and Pro Series Soloist SL2P MAH review

By Chris Gill

Two nicely priced electrics that cover all the bases

Megadeth's Dave Ellefson: "With bass design, sometimes the best way forward is to go back in time"

By Bass Player Staff

The thrash-metal bassist is not one to sit still between the band's touring cycles. Here he talks solo ventures, spoken word and collaborating with Jackson

Brandon Ellis of The Black Dahlia Murder

This Black Dahlia Murder guitar playthrough showcases the very best of modern extreme metal

By Sam Roche

Guitarist Brandon Ellis shreds his way through the band's latest single, Verminous

Jackson Spectra Series JS3 bass review

By Joe Daly

This slinky Jackson bass steps away from the brand’s heavy metal heritage

Rig tour: Volbeat on the gear that fuels the Danish-American rock ’n’ roll machine

By Jonathan Horsley

Michael Poulsen and Rob Caggiano showcase their impressive array of signature guitars and boutique amps

Jackson Custom Shop celebrates its 40th anniversary with some truly over-the-top creations

By Richard Bienstock

Twenty-seven-fret Vs, limited edition artist models, multi-scale basses and an outrageous Jackson/Charvel double neck that has to be seen to be believed

NAMM 2020 video: Volbeat's Rob Caggiano gives us the lowdown on his Jackson signature model, the Shadowcaster

By Sam Roche

The new guitar features DiMarzio pickups, Luminlay fret markers and a 1/8" quilted maple top

Musician’s Friend unleash the prog this Black Friday with a cool $350 off Misha Mansoor's signature Jackson guitar

By Sam Roche

A heavily discounted signature model from the Periphery axeman