Jackson JS32 King V AH Gloss Black
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JS32 King V AH Gloss Black
Product Info
Article Number:
456262
Brand:
Jackson
Model:
JS32 King V AH Gloss Black
Category:
Heavy Guitars
Price:
$394.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This JS32 King V is a screaming deal for players wanting that aggressive metal aesthetic and powerful pickups. It's a solid, well-built instrument perfect for beginners or budget-conscious players diving into heavier styles – just be prepared to potentially upgrade the pickups down the line for more tonal flexibility.
Product Description
- Jackson JS32 King V AH Gloss Black
- Electric Guitar
- Poplar body
- One-piece bolt-on maple neck with graphite reinforcement and scarf joint
- Nut width: 42.8mm
- Amaranth fretboard
- Scale: 648mm
- 24 Jumbo frets
- White Pearloid Sharkfin Inlays
- 2 x Jackson High Output humbucker
- Jackson licensed Double Locking Floyd Rose tremolo
- Jackson Sealed die-cast machine heads
- Black hardware
- Finish: Gloss Black
PROS
- • Aggressive King V design delivers serious visual impact and stage presence
- • Graphite reinforcement minimizes neck warp, a surprisingly welcome feature at this price
- • High-output humbuckers provide plenty of gain for metal and hard rock
- • Floyd Rose tremolo allows for wide vibrato and dive bombs with good tuning stability
CONS
- • Poplar body can feel a little less resonant than mahogany or alder
- • Stock Jackson pickups, while powerful, lack nuanced clarity for cleaner tones
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while stable, doesn’t offer the same warmth as a set-neck
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Poplar
Neck Material
One-piece Maple with Graphite Reinforcement
Fingerboard
Amaranth
Pickups
2 x Jackson High Output Humbuckers
Scale Length
648mm (25.5 in)
Frets
24 Jumbo
Bridge
Jackson Licensed Double Locking Floyd Rose Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It significantly reduces neck warping and keeps the neck straight over time, contributing to consistent action and easier playability – it’s a nice surprise in this price range.
It's a licensed version, so it's not as refined as a full Floyd Rose, but with a little care and understanding of the setup, it's manageable and provides good tremolo functionality.
Yes, amaranth is generally smoother and harder than rosewood, offering a faster feel, though some players might miss the warmer, more traditional feel of rosewood.
