[Please see our extensive listing of used Jackson guitars following this brief history of the brand.]
Jackson Guitars, founded by Grover Jackson in 1980, is a renowned brand of electric guitars.
After having obtained control of Charvel's Guitar Repair, and subsequently control of the brand, Jackson began producing electric guitars under the Jackson brand name, after being approached by the great metal/rock guitarist, Randy Rhoads. The first guitar to go into production was known as the Concorde, which was basically a Flying V. Set apart by it's notable pointed headstock (see photo) was it's inception, Jackson guitars were extremely popular in the 1980s Heavy Metal heyday, and continue to have a good following today.
Some popular early Jackson models were the Soloist, Kelly, and King V, all of which remain icons of the Jackson brand.
In the 1990s, with musical trends changing, Jackson, along with most manufacturers, began producing cheap Asian-made versions of theor most popular models in an effort to attractive more low-end buyers.
In 2002, Jackson/Charvel was bought bby Fender Musical Instrument Corporation, and was moved to it's factory in Corona, California.
From the beginning, Jackson guitars have been known for their slender and elegant designs. They have aggressive motifs that have always been very popular with metal and rock musicians.
Jackson guitars currently in production:
- Randy Rhoads V
- Soloist
- Dinky
- Kelly
- King V
- Phil Collen PC1 Signature Dinky
- Warrior
- Mark Morton Dominion
- Adrian Smith San Dimas
Along with Randy Rhoads from Ozzy Osbourne and Quiet Riot fame, just a few of the other well know players of Jackson guitars are - Kirk Hammett of Metallica, Wes Borland of Limp Bizkit, Chris Holmes of W.A.S.P., Robbin Crosby of Ratt, Marty Friedman (formerly) of Megadeth, Phil Collen of Def Leppard, Chris Broderick of Megadeth, Dave Murray of Iron Maiden, Sammy Hagar, Richie Sambora of Bon Jovi, and Mark St. John of KISS. There are, of course many other well known players that choose to jam on Jackson guitars.
Our Listing of used Jackson guitars:
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 80s Vintage Usa Jackson Soloist CustomBlood Red Neck Thru San Dimas +Ohsc $1,495.00 Time Remaining: 28d 7h 21m Buy It Now for only: $1,495.00 |
 JACKSON USA SOLOIST SL1 $1,125.00 Time Remaining: 36m Buy It Now for only: $1,250.00 Bid now |
 Jackson King V Custom 2005 Premium Condition One Owner $1,100.00 Time Remaining: 41m Buy It Now for only: $1,250.00 Bid now |
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 JACKSON CUSTOM SOLOIST FIRE RED SERPENT INLAY HOT ROD RED $3,199.99 Time Remaining: 21d 12h 46m Buy It Now for only: $3,199.99 |
 Jackson DKMG Guitar D203 $222.50 (27 Bids) Time Remaining: 12h 47m |
 2006 Jackson KV2T Custom Shop Spalted Maple Anarchy Inlays Mint $2,899.99 Time Remaining: 2d 12h 56m Buy It Now for only: $2,899.99 |
 EXC 1988 JACKSON CHARVEL MODEL 6 NECK THRU RED ACTIVE EMG 81 HUMBUCKER SHARKFINS $795.00 Time Remaining: 13h |
 Jackson Flying V Nice Color REDUCED Price Check it Out $199.95 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 13h 13m |
 New Jackson RR24XT Rhoads Black w Kawasaki Green Bevels w Gigbag $549.99 Time Remaining: 14d 16h 40m Buy It Now for only: $549.99 |
 JACKSON ELECTRIC GUITAR $349.00 Time Remaining: 14h 43m Buy It Now for only: $489.00 Bid now |
