what is the deal with the Jackson active preamps of the past?

[RJF]

I've noticed guys mention various onboard active preamps with the Jackson pickups on different USA guitars from the 80's/90's.

What were the different preamps available back then and what were the details on them?

[steviekool]

I dont know too much about them, as I just got my '90 Soloist, but I can tell you its a active mid boost that works great with distortion, "especially the humbucker", when playing heavier type music. It gives the overall tone a nice rounder, thicker tone. For cleans, not so much. Its a little muddy with it on for cleans. As far as how many different types where made, and what models they were, ect, Im really not sure.

[jacksonaxes]

JE-1000 JE-1200 JE-1500, i'll let someone else tell you what each does.

[dg]

The catalogs have the best info. Here's a page for the JE-1200:

http://audiozone.dk/cm/displayimage.php?pid=446&fullsize=1

JE-1000 & JE-1500:

http://audiozone.dk/cm/displayimage.php?pid=444&fullsize=1

[VitaminG]

they weren't just available in US guitars either. Some of the imports had them too