Jackson American Series VTO HT SBK
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Jackson
American Series VTO HT SBK
Product Info
Article Number:
595673
Brand:
Jackson
Model:
American Series VTO HT SBK
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$2,033.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Jackson VTO HT is a serious instrument for players who want a modern feel with vintage vibe. The caramelized neck makes it incredibly playable, and the direct-mounted Duncan pickups deliver a powerful, aggressive tone perfect for rock, metal, and hard-hitting genres. It’s a high-quality, premium-priced guitar for the discerning player.
Product Description
- Jackson American Series VTO HT SBK
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Alder
- 5-Piece neck: Caramelised maple / maple / caramelised maple / maple / caramelised maple
- Fingerboard: Striped ebony
- Offset mother of pearl finegrboard inlays
- Compound fingerboard radius: 304.8 - 406.4 mm
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- Nut width: 42.86 mm (1.6875")
- Graph Tech TUSQ XL nut
- 24 Jumbo frets
- Pickups: 1 Seymour Duncan JB TB-4 Direct Mount (bridge) and 1 Seymour Duncan '59 SH-1N Direct Mount (neck) Humbucker
- Volume and tone controls
- 5-Way switch
- Hipshot 6 - Fixed .175 bridge
- Gotoh MG-T Locking machine heads
- Black hardware
- Strings: Nickel Plated Steel .009 - .042
- Colour: Matt Black
- Includes Jackson Foam Core case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Caramelized maple neck provides exceptional stability and smooth playability
- • Seymour Duncan JB/’59 combo delivers versatile, high-output tones
- • Direct-mount pickups maximize output and sustain, a noticeable upgrade
- • Hipshot fixed bridge offers rock-solid tuning stability and improved transfer
CONS
- • The caramelized maple neck, while excellent, adds to the guitar's overall weight
- • The aggressive styling might not appeal to players seeking a more traditional look
- • Limited pickup versatility for players needing super clean or jazzy tones
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
5-Piece Caramelised Maple / Maple
Fingerboard
Striped Ebony
Pickups
Seymour Duncan JB TB-4 / Seymour Duncan '59 SH-1N
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
24 Jumbo
Bridge
Hipshot 6 - Fixed
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.85 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Caramelization adds density and stiffness, resulting in a slightly more focused and articulate tone with a touch more sustain, but the difference is subtle.
Yes, direct mounting eliminates the air gap between the pickup and the string, increasing output and improving the guitar's overall responsiveness and sustain.
Striped ebony can be slightly more brittle than traditional ebony, so careful handling and proper string action are recommended to prevent any issues.
