New Jackson - First V, Love it but what IS it?

[dvscool]

So I just picked up this used Jackson for a CRAZY low price....like...crazy low...like...THE find...I think....I have always played Ibanez....but I really like this guitar....I can seriously shred on this thing...

I’m wondering if someone can tell me what model it is or anything else about it? Someone put EMG’s in it which I actually really like. I’m not sure if that would kill the value and I don’t really care. I love the guitar will never sell it. The serial has a 7 digits. From what I can tell from info on this site it was made in Japan in 98. Which I assume is a good thing..

What is this thing what was it worth brand new? I could provide the serial but a little hesitant posting it. I can answer any questions. I’m sure I’m missing something....and better pics please just ask...

ANY info would be awesome. Thank you so much....
If I knew the model only... I would be so grateful ...

[bondofhatred]

If i'm not mistaken,it is RR3.

[dvscool]

Cool, so I figured it was RR but what does the 3 represent? Third version? or revision? or number 3 out of 3 different RR models?

From what I could see when I first googled it theres many different RR models? Is the high-end, low-end, med-end? I'm thinking middle tear?

I paid 120CDN for this guitar. with EMG's.

[Nimitz]

GTWGITS

[dvscool]

I'll post more/better pics....

[MetalHeadMat]

RR3 is the bolt on Japanese Jackson Rhoads. $120 is a steal, but with EMG's that's a full out robbery.

The chrome hardware ones are older, I think early 2000's?

[CowboyFromHell]

Great axe at an awesome price. I'm with Mat about the EMG's. Just be sure to keep a cloth handy to polish the prints off of that nice, shiny chrome plate.

[dvscool]

Here's a few more pics....thanks for all feedback so far....I new this was a good deal at the time...hell, even if it was a piece of crap
it would look sweet hanging on my wall.....

[CowboyFromHell]

I'd say you definitely bent the guy over that sold it you, lol. I have one in transparent blue with flamed top, black hardware. Only change I'm considering is a reverse headstock neck, but I'm on the fence about that. Let me know what you think of the pickups after you've had it a while to let the new wear off.

[bondofhatred]

The chrome hardware ones are older, I think early 2000's?

I think you're correct.I've seen one like this before with all chrome hardware,they stated it was made in early 2000's.Btw,it was a killer guitar!

[dvscool]

I think you're correct.I've seen one like this before with all chrome hardware,they stated it was made in early 2000's.Btw,it was a killer guitar!

All I have is the serial as I said 7 digits, starting with 98XXXXX...according to the info I see here...it was made MIJ in 98....but i have no idea if thats right.....

This is cool to get such great feedback I gota say dudes.....I love this axe....and the price I paid seems to make it extra sweet to play

[Scooter]

Next time you change the strings take the neck off and look in the pocket. There is a stamp with the model and date of mfg. Nice score BTW.

[dvscool]

SWEET....I thought of that but wasn't sure if Jackson labeled their axes like that....I just restrung it but, should be due in a few weeks....good call Scooter!

[dvscool]

I'd say you definitely bent the guy over that sold it you, lol. I have one in transparent blue with flamed top, black hardware. Only change I'm considering is a reverse headstock neck, but I'm on the fence about that. Let me know what you think of the pickups after you've had it a while to let the new wear off.

Sure, I'll let you know....its been years since I have played with EMG's.....

[RacerX]

All I have is the serial as I said 7 digits, starting with 98XXXXX...according to the info I see here...it was made MIJ in 98....but i have no idea if thats right.....

Not true. I like to see at least the first 3 #s, but 98xxxxxx is fairly recent, I'll say 2006 or newer. Made in the Japan factory.

GTWGITS = Get The Whole Guitar In The Shot, eh