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Description
Crafted with precision and a nod to innovation, the Jackson Soloist Custom from 1987 is a distinguished piece in the realm of USA-made electric guitars. This solid body electric guitar is a testament to Jackson's legacy of combining high-quality craftsmanship with modern design. Featuring a unique reverse headstock, this guitar not only makes a visual statement but also enhances string tension for those who demand superior playability and tone.
The Soloist Custom is celebrated for its neck-through-body construction, offering unparalleled sustain and stability. Guitarists will appreciate the compound-radius fingerboard, which provides comfort and speed whether you're riffing on the lower frets or soloing high up the neck. Equipped with Seymour Duncan pickups, this guitar delivers a versatile sound that can transition seamlessly from smooth cleans to aggressive overdrives, making it suitable for a wide range of genres.
The meticulous attention to detail in the build, combined with the innovative design elements, makes the 1987 Jackson Soloist Custom a coveted piece for both collectors and active musicians. This instrument is not just about performance; it’s about making a statement on stage and in the studio.
Key Features:
- Made in the USA, ensuring top-tier craftsmanship
- Reverse headstock for enhanced string tension
- Neck-through-body construction for superior sustain
- Seymour Duncan pickups for versatile sound options
- Compound-radius fingerboard for comfort and speed
- Solid body design ideal for various music styles
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Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Jackson Soloist Custom, USA made, Reverse head 1987.
Features and functionality
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The Kahler Pro tremolo allows for sharp pull-ups and easy adjustments with an Allen wrench, outperforming most Floyd Rose systems in range.
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Setup and maintenance
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A restored 1987 Soloist had its fretboard planed, frets replaced with stainless steel, and a Floyd nut installed for improved playability.
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Mods and upgrades
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An NOS 1985 Kahler 2300 in black was installed on a Soloist to achieve a more era-correct appearance and performance.
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User experience
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The guitar, despite its worn appearance, plays exceptionally well due to comprehensive repairs including a Kerry King signature Kahler replacement.
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Remarks: The bridge pickup is a Duncan and the tremolo is a JT-590 Schaller Floyd. Apart from that, everything else is stock. It was born with a flat mount Kahler tremolo, which was later pulled due to sustain issues. The holes from the Kahler are still visible just rear of the JT-590. Doug used this guitar in the Hurricane video "Next To You" from 1990. The guitar still has the Kahler tremolo in the video. See still shot from the video. Notice the tape covering the bottom of both pickups.
Doug Aldrich: — "Yea that first had a Kahler trem but the sustain was kinda sacrificed so I asked Grover if we could switch. Yes, I put tape cause the high E string would get caught under both bobbins. Tape fixed that." (Forum thread). Doug taped his pickups this way on many of his Jackson's.
Doug Aldrich: — "This was the second Jackson I ever got back in '87 (was this the first?). It was the guitar I used during my Lion days in '88 before I came to Japan. I also used it in Bad Moon Rising, Hurricane and House of Lords. Actually, this has a broken headstock. During the Philadelphia show, my family came to see the show. I was supposed to throw the guitar towards my guitar tech for him to catch, but it slipped and ended up crashing down by my amp. My guitar tech ran to it immediately to check it out. (laughter) However, Jackson fixed it up, and it's as good as new now." (YG 1994 interview).
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