Chris Broderick leaves Ibanez and goes to Jackson

[DarkkWarriorr]

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[church2224]

You seem to be a little bit more optimistic than I am, but I hope you're right though. I saw a number of metal bands/artists as of late switching from Jackson to Ibanez, and as we all know it's not because they build better guitars, and it's a little depressing IMO. Bringing a name like Broderick to the Jackson family is surly a great step, however, Jackson/Fender still need to make up for what they've lost over the years...

As for my previous argument, well, whether it's Fender or Jackson doing the promotions, they need to get their stuff together and promote some of their higher end models as much as they do with their lower-end budget models, and that what sells the brand's name, quality what counts here.
Ibanez for instant used Vai's, Satriani's, Gilbert's (and others) signature models to get their brand going and flooding the market, and not the $200-$300 plywood guitars they sell, sure most kids will pickup the cheap crap, but on the notion of having a great brand that their guitar heroes are playing.

And Jackson needs to do the same...

Well I do like Ibanez 2007 RG550rxx is a great guitar, plus I am ordering an S5470 prestige lol I know what you mean. Ibanez probably switched to Jackson because they offered more money. But do remember Chris switched from Ibanez to Jackson. Mainly artists switched to ESP, they seem to be a guitar GIANT when it comes to endorsers...

And for your previous argument, well said man. I mean all I was saying is they were trying to appeal to beginners with Jackson JS series in order to compete. But it is strange as to why at every Guitar Center, or store even, I go to ONLY stocks the JS series guitars. I remember back in 2007 and 2008 i could go to the Guitar Center right buy my school and they ALWAYS had at least one or two USA select Soloists in stock, as well as plenty of pro models. No thy do not even carry DK2s, just JS series models.

But I think it might be the economy, as Jackson is not the only brand doing it, other companies are doing the same, Even PRS. Unless it is a Gibson or Fender I rarely see a high end guitar from any brand in stock at any store. Last time I saw some high end Jacksons was a couple of USA Soloists, or any High end guitar besides Gibson or Fender for that matter in stock at a store was at a store called Music World in Colonial Heights, Virginia, just South of Richmond. It is depressing, to say the least...

You and I are both right in that Jackson needs to focus on Artists and artist signature models. Jackson only has a few signature models. The way I see it if Jackson is to get back on its feet in the long run they need to focus more on USA Select and Pro series Artist models, as well expand both lines as a whole. 7 strings, fixed bridge models, more body styles mas produced like the Death Kelly, Soloist Arch Tops, USA SLS, Extreme Rhodes, Double Rhodes, Kelly Stars, ect. They seem to be cutting back on a lot of models. My biggest fear is if they drop the USA select line all together, then I would lose faith in Jackson (Unless they move production to Japan, that would actually be a good move on their part, look at the Charvel Pro-Mods....)

[DarkkWarriorr]

Well I do like Ibanez 2007 RG550rxx is a great guitar, plus I am ordering an S5470 prestige lol I know what you mean. Ibanez probably switched to Jackson because they offered more money. But do remember Chris switched from Ibanez to Jackson. Mainly artists switched to ESP, they seem to be a guitar GIANT when it comes to endorsers...

And for your previous argument, well said man. I mean all I was saying is they were trying to appeal to beginners with Jackson JS series in order to compete. But it is strange as to why at every Guitar Center, or store even, I go to ONLY stocks the JS series guitars. I remember back in 2007 and 2008 i could go to the Guitar Center right buy my school and they ALWAYS had at least one or two USA select Soloists in stock, as well as plenty of pro models. No thy do not even carry DK2s, just JS series models.

But I think it might be the economy, as Jackson is not the only brand doing it, other companies are doing the same, Even PRS. Unless it is a Gibson or Fender I rarely see a high end guitar from any brand in stock at any store. Last time I saw some high end Jacksons was a couple of USA Soloists, or any High end guitar besides Gibson or Fender for that matter in stock at a store was at a store called Music World in Colonial Heights, Virginia, just South of Richmond. It is depressing, to say the least...

You and I are both right in that Jackson needs to focus on Artists and artist signature models. Jackson only has a few signature models. The way I see it if Jackson is to get back on its feet in the long run they need to focus more on USA Select and Pro series Artist models, as well expand both lines as a whole. 7 strings, fixed bridge models, more body styles mas produced like the Death Kelly, Soloist Arch Tops, USA SLS, Extreme Rhodes, Double Rhodes, Kelly Stars, ect. They seem to be cutting back on a lot of models. My biggest fear is if they drop the USA select line all together, then I would lose faith in Jackson (Unless they move production to Japan, that would actually be a good move on their part, look at the Charvel Pro-Mods....)

I couldn't agree with you more, well said.
... However, let's hope the USA select line survives and flourishes with more models and options than what's available now. Also it would be nice if Jackson one day opens up an online custom shop similar to Carvin's, where we can customize the orders based on the mix-and-match option, and leave the high-end orders for the Master Builders to take care of... If not, I'd still be happy with the USA select series so long as they include more body options and finishes and make them much easier to obtain.

BTW, I never hated Ibanez or ESP, some of them are nice guitars for sure and I'd like to own one or two down the line, however, when it comes to metal music, I think Jackson is the perfect fit for it, that's all.

[church2224]

I couldn't agree with you more, well said.
... However, let's hope the USA select line survives and flourishes with more models and options than what's available now. Also it would be nice if Jackson one day opens up an online custom shop similar to Carvin's, where we can customize the orders based on the mix-and-match option, and leave the high-end orders for the Master Builders to take care of... If not, I'd still be happy with the USA select series so long as they include more body options and finishes and make them much easier to obtain.

BTW, I never hated Ibanez or ESP, some of them are nice guitars for sure and I'd like to own one or two down the line, however, when it comes to metal music, I think Jackson is the perfect fit for it, that's all.

Agreed man, if they did what Carvin does that would be perfect. For now, if you want a USA select, ask these guys-

http://www.cmcguitars.com/Jackson-USA-Guitars-s/36.htm

They pretty much get A LOT of models in stock lol., if you look at the first two pages all the models say "Ships in 1-2 Days" lol. Seems like in order to find a good USA models you got to find dealers like this, as well as Matt's Music, Fuller's, Piney Hills, and the Music Zoo (NEVER trust Guitar center or Musician's FIEND)

I know what you mean man. Since I started playing my three favorite guitar brands have been ESP, Ibanez, and Jackson. i have since added Carvin and PRS to that list, but yeah. Jackson is THE all around metal guitar

[DarkkWarriorr]

Agreed man, if they did what Carvin does that would be perfect. For now, if you want a USA select, ask these guys-

http://www.cmcguitars.com/Jackson-USA-Guitars-s/36.htm

They pretty much get A LOT of models in stock lol., if you look at the first two pages all the models say "Ships in 1-2 Days" lol. Seems like in order to find a good USA models you got to find dealers like this, as well as Matt's Music, Fuller's, Piney Hills, and the Music Zoo (NEVER trust Guitar center or Musician's FIEND)

I know what you mean man. Since I started playing my three favorite guitar brands have been ESP, Ibanez, and Jackson. i have since added Carvin and PRS to that list, but yeah. Jackson is THE all around metal guitar

HAHA, that's funny you mentioned CMC, I actually got my awesome GMG WR1 from there last year, Steve rocks.

[Cliff]

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You're right - I was being a smart-ass. Sorry. No harm intended.

[church2224]

HAHA, that's funny you mentioned CMC, I actually got my awesome GMG WR1 from there last year, Steve rocks.

No kidding haha. I just talked to them the other day, very knowledgeable people and seem to be very proud of Jackson guitars. (if they Carried Ibanez and ESP I would no longer need any other dealer lol!). I hope to purchase an SL1 or SL2H from them by the end of the year. If not there is always next year...

[DarkkWarriorr]

You're right - I was being a smart-ass. Sorry. No harm intended.

None taken, it's all good bro, we're just having fun, aren't we ladies?

[eaeolian]

Good point. Jackson does take its time with their guitars lol. I know you an endorser and all, but my question is WHY do they take so long with these things....? I mean a lot of people like Jackson and want to see new and more models, why don't they just do it/

That's a good question, and you're certainly not the only one that's wondered.

[Animus]

aaaargh. These should have been out by now. I was really needing a mahogany guitar and these would fill the bill nicely. I really wish companies would only announce shit when they were ready to ship.

[church2224]

aaaargh. These should have been out by now. I was really needing a mahogany guitar and these would fill the bill nicely. I really wish companies would only announce shit when they were ready to ship.

The 7 strings are not out due to the development of the Floyd for it. The 6s I am not sure why. It seems that Fall might be the time we see them. Maybe summer Namm will have them.

[Animus]

The 7 strings are not out due to the development of the Floyd for it. The 6s I am not sure why. It seems that Fall might be the time we see them. Maybe summer Namm will have them.

yeah, I realized that. WHich goes back to my wish tthat "companies would only announce shit when they were ready to ship."
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[SLY]

Transwhite 7 strings:

[Hellbat]

The trans white is a little too subtle IMO. I find that I want to see the flame a little better.

[Animus]

Wonder if this means they are getting close to release.