Jackson JS Series Exclusive Surfcaster? JS22 HT - Purple Metallic

The Jackson® JS Series JS22 Surfcaster⢠combines a distinctive offset design with the powerful performance and playability that Jackson is renowned for. Built for aspiring rock and metal players, this affordable electric guitar delivers aggressive tone, comfortable handling, and eye-catching style in one impressive package.

Its lightweight poplar body and bolt-on maple neck create a solid and responsive foundation, while the bound amaranth fingerboard features a fast-playing 12"â16" compound radius. This versatile design makes chord work comfortable in the lower register while allowing effortless bends and fluid lead playing higher up the neck. With 22 jumbo frets, players have plenty of room to explore riffs, solos, and everything in between.

Equipped with a pair of high-output Jackson® humbucking pickups, the JS22 Surfcaster⢠delivers the thick, punchy tones needed for modern rock and metal. From crunchy rhythm parts to soaring lead lines, these pickups provide the power and clarity required to cut through any mix.

A straightforward control layout featuring a master volume and tone control keeps operation simple, allowing players to focus on their performance. The dependable Jackson® hardtail bridge enhances sustain, tuning stability, and overall reliability, making this guitar an excellent choice for practice, recording, and live performance.

Offering classic Jackson attitude with a unique retro-inspired silhouette, the JS Series JS22 Surfcaster⢠is the ideal gateway into the world of high-performance electric guitars.

Key Features

• Offset poplar body design
• Bolt-on maple neck construction
• Bound amaranth fingerboard
• 12"â16" compound radius fingerboard
• 22 jumbo frets
• High-output Jackson® humbucking pickups
• Master volume and tone controls
• Jackson® hardtail bridge
• Black hardware throughout

Poplar Body

Poplar is a softer wood that offers a meaty, resonant tone with a distinguished upper midrange tone quite similar to alder.

Jackson HT6 String-Through-Body Hardtail Bridge

The six-saddle hardtail bridge provides rock-solid tuning stability along with pinpoint intonation accuracy. The improved vibration transfer from a hardtail bridge also provides increased sustain and richer tone.

General

Series

JS

Orientation

Right-Hand

Colour

Purple Metallic

Country Of Origin

China

Neck

Headstock

Jackson® 3x3 (3 Over/3 Under)

Neck Material

Maple

Neck Finish

Natural Satin

Neck Construction

Bolt-On with Graphite Reinforcement and Scarf Joint

Fingerboard Radius

12" to 16" Compound Radius (304.8 mm to 406.4 mm)

Fingerboard Material

Amaranth

Position Inlays

White Dot

Side Dots

White

Number of Frets

22

Truss Rod

Dual-Action with Wheel

String Nut

Black Plastic

Nut Width

1.6875"

Nut Material

Black Plastic

Fret Size

Jumbo

Scale Length

25.5" (648 mm)

Body

Body

Poplar

Body Finish

Gloss

Body Shape

Surfcasterâ¢

Body Material

Poplar

Hardware

Bridge

Jackson® Hardtail

Pickup Covers

Black

Control Knobs

Dome-Style

Switch Tip

Black

Hardware Finish

Black

Tuning Machines

Jackson® Sealed Die-Cast

Strings

Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)

Electronics

Bridge Pickup

Jackson® High-Output Humbucking

Neck Pickup

Jackson® High-Output Humbucking

Pickup Configuration

HH

Controls

Volume, Tone

Switching

3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Picku