Fender Musical Instruments Corporation brands Jackson and Gretsch are launching new limited edition instruments this week. The Jackson Pro Plus Series Limited Edition Signature Misha Mansoor Juggernaut ET8 marks Jackson’s first eight-string guitar with an EverTune Bridge. One of the most requested features from Misha Mansoor’s fanbase, the ET8 is the next evolution of his iconic Juggernaut series. It delivers unparalleled tuning stability across his expansive tonal range.
Key features of the Jackson model include Jackson Uncovered MM1 pickups, 24 jumbo stainless steel frets and a Nardo Gray finish. The instrument addresses specific player demands for stability in extended-range instruments.
Gretsch is introducing the Jim Dandy Parlor LTD. The model is inspired by the historic Rex line of instruments offered by mail-order catalog in the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s. The Jim Dandy models embody the charm and spirit of those early Gretsch flat-top guitars. They feature superior playability and best-in-class tone.
Key features of the Gretsch model include a sapele body with X-bracing, 12th fret, 24-inch-scale nato set neck and walnut fingerboard with pearloid dot inlays. Avintage white model is highlighted in product demonstrations. Both launches represent new additions to the companies’ product lines. The Jackson model addresses specific player demands for stability in extended-range instruments. The Gretsch model revives a vintage aesthetic from the mid-20th century mail-order era.
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