Get ready to rock out with some of the hottest new guitars on the market! Fender Musical Instruments Corporation has just dropped some major news for guitar enthusiasts, with new models from three iconic brands: Jackson, Charvel, and Gretsch. These guitars are designed to cater to a wide range of players, from heavy metal heads to semi-hollow enthusiasts, and everything in between. But here's where it gets controversial... which one will be your new favorite? Let's dive in and explore the details of these new releases.
Jackson's Heavy Metal Machines
Jackson's Pro Plus Pure Metal series is a limited edition collection built for heavy music and relentless touring. The three models include the Soloist SL1A, Rhoads RR1A, and Kelly KE1A, all of which are available in satin black with a single Bare Knuckle Holy Diver humbucker, a Floyd Rose 1000 Series double-locking tremolo, and stainless steel frets. These guitars are designed for speed and built to withstand the demands of heavy touring, making them a must-have for any serious metalhead.
Charvel's Versatile Pro-Mod Plus Dinky Range
Charvel's Pro-Mod Plus Dinky range is a bit more versatile, with five new models spanning the DK24 platform in HH, HSS, and seven-string configurations. The pickup options are all Seymour Duncan, with the DK24 HH models pairing a Full Shred TB-10 at the bridge with an Alnico Pro II APH-1N at the neck. The DK24 HSS 2PT QM adds Custom Flat Strat SSL-6 single coils to the mix, while the limited edition DK24-7 HH 2PT EB brings the same HH configuration to a seven-string format. With a range of color options, including Raven Black, Celestial Silk, and Blue Curaçao, there's plenty of visual variety alongside the tonal versatility.
Gretsch's Warm and Resonant Semi-Hollows
Gretsch rounds out the announcement with four new Broadkaster LX models featuring figured center blocks, Pro Twin Six humbucking pickups, Adjusto-Matic bridges, and String-Thru Bigsby B7GP vibrato tailpieces. The standard Broadkaster LX Figured Center Block comes in Havana Burst and Bourbon Stain, while the more compact Broadkaster Jr. LX arrives in Caramel Dawn and Tropic Aura. These guitars are built for players who want the warmth and resonance of a semi-hollow with the added control and feedback resistance that a center block provides.
So, which one will be your new favorite? Visit jacksonguitars.com, charvelguitars.com, and gretschguitars.com for full specs and details. And don't forget to share your thoughts in the comments below! Do you have a favorite brand or model? What features are most important to you in a guitar? Let's get the discussion started!
