The iconic Rhoads is “returning home to California” as Jackson announces its addition to its American Series
Jackson’s iconic Rhoads blueprint – first conceived by both Ozzy Osbourne guitarist and legend Randy Rhoads and Jackson founder Grover Jackson – is “returning home to California”, as it makes its entry into the brand’s American Series lineup.
Two new models – the American Series Rhoads RR24 and RR24 HT – are built in Jackson’s Corona, California factory, which also produces Jackson’s most high-end instruments.
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Delivering “uncompromising quality and performance”, the American Series Rhoads features USA-made Seymour Duncan JB and ‘59 humbuckers for a “tight yet expressive” tone, a reverse six-in-line headstock, resonant alder body with “weapon-like” contours, and a 12”-16” compound radius ebony fingerboard with 24 jumbo stainless steel frets.
Specs are, for the most part, identical on each model, except – for the keen-eyed amongst you paying attention to naming conventions, the RR24 HT sports a Hipshot hardtail bridge “for rock-solid tuning stability”, while the RR24 is equipped with a recessed 1500 Series Floyd Rose double-locking tremolo system – perfect for those huge divebombs.
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The addition of the RR24 and RR24 HT expands Jackson’s American Series beyond its existing Soloist and Virtuoso models.
“The American Series Rhoads was created to bring the legendary shape that metal guitarists have coveted for decades to a new generation,” says Jon Romanowski, VP of Product, Jackson.
“Built in the US, this premium guitar is engineered for players who demand uncompromising metal tone and performance.”
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The brand adds: “Rhoads’ pursuit of precise, architectural solos helped define the template for metal guitar playing that continues to influence generations of players. Embodying the authentic Rhoads DNA, this American-made guitar is engineered for shredding perfection.”
Granted the honour of being the first guitarists to take the new American Series Rhoads for a spin are metal virtuosos and Jackson artists Brandon Ellis and Jeff Loomis, formerly of the Black Dahlia Murder and Arch Enemy, respectively. Watch them tear it up in the video below:
“This axe embodies everything the Jackson name has always stood for to me,” says Brandon Ellis. “It’s built for metal and speed, and comes 100% tour-worthy right off of the shelf, with bulletproof American construction, high quality specs and hardware and contemporary upgrades.
“The easily accessible spokewheel adjusted truss rod, push-in style tremolo bar, stainless steel Floyd Rose upgrades, glow in the dark side dots and locking tuners are all huge quality of life improvements for performing musicians like myself.”
“The American Series Rhoads is an amazing metal masterpiece!” adds Jeff Loomis. “Aggressive looks with killer playability all over the neck, this guitar really stands out. Partnering with Jackson again to showcase this guitar with Brandon Ellis was a total blast and unforgettable experience.”
The RR24 is available in Satin Black, Matte Army Drab and Snow White, while the RR24 HT comes in Satin Black and Snow White.
The RR24 and RR24 HT are priced at £2,249 and £2,199, respectively.
For more info, head to Jackson.
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