

The designation was changed to the USA Select Series in the late 1990s, shortly before the SL1 designation was added. The SLS1 Soloist features H-S-S pickups, ebony boards, and sharkfin inlay. To find out when a neckthrough serial was manufactured, look for the first number. Because it lacked a rhythm (neck) pickup and a twang (bridge), playing solo was preferable. Jackson created a one-of-a-kind work of art (bolt on and neckthrough) with the Soloist. Imports are frequently distinguished from their American counterparts due to the fact that the Jackson address is not listed on the neck plate. In Japan, necks are typically made of plastic with a 6-digit serial number, similar to those in the United States.

There are also a few professional models that are not labeled ‘Professional.’ You can look up the serial number of the USA Jacksons and Charvels by clicking here. There are a few USA models that are not labeled ‘Made in USA,’ but I have no idea why. When it comes to neckthrough, a Charvel is made in Japan. The Jackson that says “Professional” on the head is made in Japan. Finally, if you still can’t figure it out, you can always contact Jackson customer service and they should be able to help you out. The serial number should be able to tell you what model the guitar is.

If there is no label, or you can’t find it, you can try looking up the serial number on the Jackson website. This label should have the model number printed on it. The first way is to look for a label on the inside of the guitar’s body. There are a few ways that you can find the model of your Jackson 7 string guitar.
