How can I tell where my Jackson guitar was made?

Jackson JS, X and Pro Series guitars that were made from 2013 until present day feature a 10-digit alphanumeric serial number located on the back of the headstock or neckplate. The first two number digits in the serial number identify the year the guitar was created.

Where are Jackson soloists made?

Japan
The SLSMG’s carved body is made from mahogany. The string-thru design makes the SLSMG one of the few Soloists without a Floyd Rose tremolo. All SLSMGs are made in Japan.

Does Jackson make good guitars?

In my opinion, Jackson is one of the best guitar brands in the world when it comes to metal and hard rock. One of the reasons is because they build quality instruments for all levels of guitar player. There are several distinct series in Jackson’s lineup, each aimed at a specific level of player and budget.

Are Jackson guitars made in China?

So, where are Jackson guitars made? They make Jackson guitars in the USA, Japan, Mexico, Indonesia, and China.

What company owns Jackson guitars?

Fender
Jackson Guitars/Parent organizations

Are Jackson Guitars made in China?

When did fender buy Jackson?

2002
Charvel/Jackson was acquired by Fender in 2002, but it has lost little of its original ethos in the years that followed.

What Jackson guitars are made in Mexico?

Jackson and Charvel are both Mexican. For Jackson stuff, only the Pro series Dinkys are made in Mexico.

Who plays a Jackson guitar?

Artists who currently play Jackson guitars include Phil Collen of Def Leppard, Mark Morton of Lamb of God, Kirk Hammet of Metallica, and Derek Green and Anandas Kisser of Sepultura. Former players include Randy Rhoads, the late Robin Crosby of Ratt, and Vinnie Vincent of KISS.

Are Jackson Guitars made in Indonesia?

So, where are Jackson guitars made? They make Jackson guitars in the USA, Japan, Mexico, Indonesia, and China. Premium Jackson guitars are American-made and a product of their Corona, California factory. Japanese and Mexican-built Jacksons aren’t too far behind in terms of build quality.

Where is Jackson Pro Series made?

Jackson and Charvel are both Mexican. For Jackson stuff, only the Pro series Dinkys are made in Mexico. Everything else is Indonesian or Chinese depending on the line.

Where is the serial number on a Jackson guitar?

A Jackson guitar is dated by cross-referencing the serial number with the product dating reference chart. The serial number is generally found on the neck plate on bolt-on neck models and on the fingerboard of the last fret on neck-through-body model guitars,…

Who makes Jackson electric guitars?

Jackson Guitars. Jackson is a manufacturer of electric guitars and electric bass guitars that bears the name of its founder, Grover Jackson. Owned by the Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, Jackson has manufacturing facilities in USA, Mexico, Indonesia, and China.

What is a Jackson guitar?

Jackson Dinky. The Jackson Dinky is a Superstrat -style double-cutaway electric guitar built by Jackson Guitars. The “Dinky” is named for its slightly smaller than normal (7/8) body size. Usually fitted with a two humbucker pickup configuration, some models also include single-coil pickups and/or just one bridge humbucker.