Saw Jackson for sale but no model number

[creeduk]

The owner said he did not remember the model (seems odd) as the sticker has come off but posted a serial number: 98081413

I have heard the members here are good at tracking these things down so figured I would ask. I was kind of out looking for a steal/bargain for a Jackson/Charvel to keep my 650 company and so I could let the kids play that and not mine

[jacksonaxes]

Were going to need a description, pickup configuration, #of frets, etc.

[VitaminG]

if there was a sticker on the guitar, it would have been only to note where it was built. Because it had a sticker (and from the serial number), we can surmise that it was made in Asia. Beyond that, more information is required.

[Spivonious]

Some of the mid-90s imports have their serial # on a sticker (for example, my Kelly Std).

But yes, we'll need a description to help identify the model. The serial # doesn't mean much.

[creeduk]

The description was vague at best, bolt on neck and double humbuckers. I managed to get the picture.



Yeah I did not recall a model name on mine just a made in Sticker, but the Model Number was carved on my brain (plus warranty card helped)

p.s. What is the preferred method of posting images? A host like Photobucket the best way I see there are no attachments.

[Newc]

JS30? JS20? Which one has the v-trem?

Anyhoo, yeah, Made In India Dinky. Not a bad guitar for a beginner, but there's better available depending on the price.

[creeduk]

I think he was asking something like $250 more than I was originally looking at for the kids but I figured I may spend more for a half decent Jackson that way I may play it on occasion myself. Was curious more than anything to see if it was a gem or just another cheapo.

Looked up JS30 has a hard tail (through body) and JS20 seems to be 1 double 2 singles but very similar for sure.

p.s. Did a quick check and the case comes with so might be a deal any way?

[creeduk]

Ah I think you led me in the right direction, looks like it maybe a JS1?

[Newc]

If it comes with the hard shell case, I'd say it might be a good deal. Figure $100 for the case alone, and the guitar is then $150.

However, you probably couldn't sell the case for $100. $50-$75 at most depending on condition.

[creeduk]

True, a case is good I remember when I bought mine it did not come with a case (the previous year had at least from our shop) the genuine Charvel case was expensive so I went with a lite-flight I would keep the case. I am going on an exploration trip to our local guitar shop (real one not Guitar Center) and I will see what they have there first, then I may see this one at least the trip will give me chance to re-familiarize myself with the models I have not seriously looked at guitars to buy for over 10 years now.

India...wow I did not even realize they had them made out there, I have to assume lower quality? Is the bottom of the line still Korea and China with Japan preferred and USA if you win the lotto?

I apologize if I have got a little of track, maybe I need a new thread to ask but but just expanding on information that has come to light from this thread.

[fullmetalguitar]

That's the cheapest Jackson available I think. Check some of the online dealers or ebay. You may find a better price than $250.

[Spivonious]

India is pretty much bottom of the line now, probably tied with China. Then Korea (who are a lot better than people give them credit for), then Japan, then US.

Personally I'd stay away from the JS series. You should be able to find a used X-series for just a little bit more.

[creeduk]

I was sent a larger image

[Inazone]

My first Jackson was a JS1, bought back in around 1996-97 and probably made in Indonesia or Taiwan from what I can recall. I paid $220 w/o case brand new at Guitar Center. Although it wasn't amazing, the workmanship was good and it never gave me any trouble. I sold it after buying a nicer Japanese Dinky, but it created a good first impression about Jacksons for me.

[fullmetalguitar]

Is that supposed to be brand new? In the pic, the screws in the pickups rings look rusted. Maybe it's just the photo. Anyway, you can get these brand new for $199. And you can choose a different color if you don't want blue.