Good points of the KE2 (deciding on a gtr.)

[NextInLine]

I know, that's intentional. I want the actual _users_ of the guitar to tell me what's great about it.

I have a Ke-2 and anything that makes a USA Jackson great is great about the Ke-2 too The neck, feel, construction etc etc. plus the shape is the coolest ever imo

[levantin]

Jemsite's main arguments:
-5 piece neck is more stable than the quartersawn necks (not sure)
-Edge Pro stays in tune better than OFR
-Much better fretwork
-smooth neck finish on the jem definitely beats the finished jackson necks (I can agree)

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what do ya'll have to say about that? true or false?

Answering respectively;

- Never had any problems with the stability of either neck. However, the Kelly resonates soooooooo much better. The Jem feels inanimate in my hands.
- Sorry Ibanez enthusiasts but IMHO the edge pro is not a good bridge. On all the Ibanez's I've played/owned, I've never liked it. If you're looking for a floyded guitar get a Floyded guitar. (I like hardtails, what do I know )
- Jackson USA fretwork is top quality. No problems here!
- That is a matter of choice. I prefer painted necks, both for the feel and because I think they look better.

It's a matter of taste, preferences and style. Get the axe that suits your need better. They are both top quality in materials and workmanship, have no fear.

Happy hunting!

[emperor_black]

Kelly user has laid down all the best differences.
Adding one more, a very important one...
Basswood / Alder

IMO basswood is crap! I owned a basswood Ibanez earlier and something was missing about the tone. Then got into mahogany guitars, still something's missing. Alder nails the "metal" cutting-thru the mix tone.

KE-2 is my choice. The vine inlays look cheap and the fretwork is no where close to the US made guitars. Also, the looks!

But before you ask this question KE-2 or JEM, have you considered the fact that if you want a new Jackson AND if the one you like is not in stock with the dealers, then one last difference

12 months or more wait time / almost immediately available

[secks]

they're completely different guitars, hard to substitute each other if you know what you need.

imho, if you fancy both, buy the one you like the most and then buy the other one as well whenever possible

[The Mitch]

And don't forget the price/value-thing...
USA Jackson = worth every cent.
JEM=way too overpriced > See the low-end specs.
IMO a JEM should not cost more than $US 500. (200 the guitar + 200 the PUs + 100 profit margin)

[Carbophos]

To me those are really incomparable axes, because they have very different , feel, tone and overall idea behind them. And depending on taste and priorities both have pros and cons.

And I must make one important notice: White JEM7V has an ALDER body.

[Megadeth79]

To me those are really incomparable axes, because they have very different , feel, tone and overall idea behind them. And depending on taste and priorities both have pros and cons.

And I must make one important notice: White JEM7V has an ALDER body.

+1. totally agree.

[shreddermon]

Kellys are just cool. A souped-up Explorer. I'm sure the Jem's a cool guitar, too, but for me this would be a no-brainer. But, yeah, if possible you should try them both out and decide for yourself. Getting advice from others is helpful, but your's is the only opinion that really matters.

[kelly user]

Game, set, match....

you play tennis........ :ROTF:

[Thwap]

you play tennis........ :ROTF:

And you knew what it meant...

So you either play...or watch it.:ROTF:

[Mario8672]

Thanks for all of the responses so far! I told jemsite your main arguments, and
they say that "the holes drilled on the neck don't affect the stability too much because the neck is already very stable (5 piece). Fret access is much better on the JEM because of the all access neck joint. And the fact that the controls are front-loaded doesn't mean that it has less wood, the routing is the same size as rear-loaded guitars."
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Yep, the JEM7V is alder

[kelly user]

And you knew what it meant...

So you either play...or watch it.:ROTF:

i am an avid player of tennis. only non ghey sport out there. the rest involve male on male touching, which i'm not in to.

[kelly user]

Thanks for all of the responses so far! I told jemsite your main arguments, and
they say that "the holes drilled on the neck don't affect the stability too much because the neck is already very stable (5 piece). Fret access is much better on the JEM because of the all access neck joint. And the fact that the controls are front-loaded doesn't mean that it has less wood, the routing is the same size as rear-loaded guitars."
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Yep, the JEM7V is alder

hmmmm......... one, the hole do affect stability, it creates a weak point. it is an area prone to breakage. Tell that to slash........ ehhhh....... ....they can't be serious. . meh, your cashola..........

[Axewielder]

What say the jemsiters regarding said "gheyness" concerns raised by kellyuser?

[Mario8672]

What say the jemsiters regarding said "gheyness" concerns raised by kellyuser?

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