Jackson JS22 HT Surfcaster - Metallic Red

The Jackson JS22 HT Surfcaster Metallic Red combines a classic-inspired offset silhouette with the aggressive character and playability typical of Jackson. Its alder body features a metallic red finish complemented by black hardware, creating a striking aesthetic that departs from traditional Jackson shapes while maintaining its rock and metal-oriented personality.

The bolt-on maple neck includes graphite reinforcement and a natural satin finish that facilitates fast movements. Its rosewood fingerboard with binding, a 12" to 16" compound radius, 22 jumbo frets, and a 25.5" scale length offer comfort for both chords and solo techniques. The two Jackson High-Output humbuckers deliver a powerful, defined sound, while the fixed Jackson Hardtail bridge provides tuning stability, sustain, and easy maintenance.

• Series: Jackson JS Series
• Guitar type: Solid body electric guitar
• Body style: Offset
• Body shape: Surfcaster
• Body: Alder
• Finish: Gloss
• Color: Metallic Red
• Neck construction: Bolt-on
• Neck: Maple with graphite reinforcement and scarf joint
• Neck finish: Natural satin
• Fingerboard: Rosewood with binding
• Fingerboard radius: 12" to 16" (304.8 to 406.4 mm) compound radius
• Scale length: 25.5" (648 mm)
• Number of frets: 22
• Fret size: Jumbo
• Inlays: White dots
• Nut material: Black plastic
• Nut width: 42.9 mm
• Neck profile: Double action with truss rod wheel
• Headstock: Jackson 3+3
• Neck pickup: Jackson High-Output Humbucking
• Bridge pickup: Jackson High-Output Humbucking
• Pickup configuration: HH
• Switch: 3-position
• Controls: Volume and tone
• Bridge: Jackson Hardtail
• Tuning machines: Jackson Die-Cast sealed
• Hardware finish: Black
• Factory strings: .009-.042

Our Opinion

This is a very appealing option for those seeking their first rock or metal-oriented guitar, but who prefer a different aesthetic from the usual Jackson Dinky, Rhoads, or King V shapes. The offset body is comfortable, and the satin neck combined with the compound radius allows players to move from simple chords and riffs to faster techniques.

The humbuckers provide the punch needed for powerful distortion, while the fixed bridge ensures tuning stability, easy string changes, and straightforward maintenance. It also works well as a workhorse guitar or for alternate tunings thanks to its simple and stable construction.