Jackson X Series Soloist SLX Electric Guitar

High-Performance Shredder at an Affordable Price

The Jackson X Series Soloist SLX is a versatile Superstrat electric guitar from Jackson’s X Series, built for speed, power, and tonal flexibility. Ideal for rock, metal, and shred players across Australia, it features a basswood body, bolt-on maple speed neck, and HSS pickup configuration for classic Strat chime with added grit. Available in finishes like Satin Black, Metallic Blue, and Snow White, it’s celebrated for its lightweight design, stable tremolo, and value, making it a go-to choice for beginners and pros alike.

High-Quality Performance

The Soloist SLX is engineered for aggressive, expressive playing:

• Body: Basswood with a contoured double-cutaway for ergonomic comfort and lightweight balance (approximately 7.5–8.5 lbs). Basswood delivers a resonant tone with punchy mids and clear highs, suitable for a wide range of genres from blues-rock to molten shred.
• Pickups: HSS configuration with Seymour Duncan® SSL-1R Custom Flat Strat® single-coils (neck and middle) for vintage-inspired chime and a JB™ TB-4 humbucker (bridge) for high-output aggression. The 5-way blade switch offers versatile tones, from glassy cleans to crunchy leads.
• Neck: Bolt-on maple speed neck with graphite reinforcement for stability, a 12″-16″ compound radius maple fingerboard, and 24 jumbo frets for effortless bends and fast solos.
• Bridge: Floyd Rose® Special Licensed Tremolo with locking nut for dive-bombs and reliable tuning stability, even under heavy use.
• Controls: Master volume with push/pull coil-split (for humbucker single-coil tones), master tone with no-load pot, and 5-way blade switch for intuitive tone shaping.

Reviews highlight its shred-ready performance, with Guitar World calling it “a high-performance speed demon that’s built for the road at a bargain price”. Users on zZounds note the “super hot pickups” for classic metal sounds, though some recommend a setup to optimize the Floyd Rose.

Durable and Stylish Design

• Finishes: Satin Black, Metallic Blue, Snow White, with a single-ply black or white pickguard and black hardware for a sleek, aggressive aesthetic.
• Weight: Approximately 7.5–8.5 lbs, ensuring comfort for extended sessions.
• Hardware: Black chrome, with locking tuners and a Graph Tech® TUSQ® XL nut for reduced friction and improved tuning.
• Build Quality: Bolt-on maple neck, maple fingerboard with white dot inlays, and a solid basswood body for stage-ready reliability.

Backed by a 2-year warranty, it’s built to withstand heavy playing. Prices range from $399–$499 USD (AUD 600–750), available at Audio Shop Australia and other retailers.

Key Performance Features

• Body: Basswood, contoured double-cutaway
• Neck: Maple bolt-on speed neck, graphite reinforcement
• Fingerboard: Maple, 12″-16″ compound radius, 24 jumbo frets
• Pickups: HSS (Seymour Duncan SSL-1R neck/middle, JB TB-4 bridge)
• Bridge: Floyd Rose Special Licensed Tremolo
• Tuners: Locking, black chrome
• Controls: Master volume (push/pull coil-split), no-load tone, 5-way switch
• Warranty: 2 years

Notes

• Setup Tip: Adjust Floyd Rose tension and truss rod for optimal action; professional setup recommended for beginners to ensure tuning stability. Use medium-gauge strings (e.g., 10–46) for balanced tension. Pair with Rode PodMic and RØDECaster Pro II for recording demos.
• Care Instructions: Store in a gig bag (~$50–$100 AUD) to protect the finish; clean with a soft cloth.
• Compatibility: Works with standard amps; pair with Fender Tone Master for cleans or Mesa/Boogie for high-gain. Test non-Jackson pickups for matching.
• Warranty: Register at jacksonguitars.com for support; verify purchase from authorized retailers like Audio Shop Australia.
• Community Feedback: Reddit users appreciate the “great range of tones from blues-rock to molten shred” and “nice finishes,” though some suggest reading up on floating trems for maintenance.

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