Jackson Guitars American Series Soloist Sl2 Dx Ht Ebo Satin Black

A Modern Soloist: Jackson's "High-Speed" DNA in American Series Form

With its Soloist format, Jackson stays true to the spirit of "superstrats" designed for fast and precise playing. This American Series Soloist SL2 DX HT emphasizes high-end craftsmanship and technical choices focused on efficiency: through-neck for sustain, ebony fingerboard for attack, locking hardware and hardtail bridge for impeccable tuning stability, all in a sleek and aggressive Satin Black finish.

For Whom and Which Styles?

This electric guitar is aimed at intermediate to expert guitarists seeking a fast, stable, and precise instrument for both pick and legato playing. Ideal for metal, hard rock, prog, and fusion, it remains very comfortable when switching from tight riffs to singing leads, thanks to its Seymour Duncan pickup duo and multiple combinations via the 5-position selector.

The Sound

The alder body provides an effective balance: present mids, clean lows, and clear highs, perfect for saturated tones that remain defined. The 3-piece maple through-neck (with graphite reinforcement) promotes generous sustain and a very direct response, while the ebony fingerboard enhances attack and precision, particularly appreciated for palm mutes and fast passages.

Regarding pickups, the Seymour Duncan JB TB-4 at the bridge delivers a punchy drive, easy harmonics, and excellent bite for riffs and solos. The Seymour Duncan '59 SH-1N at the neck offers a rounder, more musical texture for leads and cleans. The 5-position selector allows exploration of coil-split style combinations (positions 2 and 4) and bridge/neck blends (position 3), complemented by Volume and Tone controls for quick tonal shaping.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

The guitar comes strung with nickel plated steel .009-.042 strings (0.009"-0.042" / 0.23-1.07 mm): you can keep this gauge for a fast feel or switch to a heavier gauge if tuning lower and wanting more tension. The rigid Jackson Foam-Core Case is included for transport and protection.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	HH	Body	Alder
Category	ST	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Left handed	No	Electronics	Passive
Strings	Steel	Color	Black
Nbr of strings	6	Finishing	Satin
Fingerboard	Ebony	Hardware	Black
Nbrs of frets	24

Body shape	Soloist	Hardware finish	black
Wood	alder	Bridge	Hipshot 6 - Fixed .175 (0.175" / 4.45 mm)
Body finish	satin	Tuners	Gotoh MG-T locking
Construction	through-body neck	Control knobs	Dome-Style
Neck material	3-piece maple	Strap buttons	Dunlop dual-locking strap buttons
Reinforcement	graphite	Pickup configuration	HH
Neck finish	matching satin color	Bridge pickup	Seymour Duncan JB TB-4
Profile	Jackson Speed Neck	Neck pickup	Seymour Duncan '59 SH-1N
Headstock	Jackson Pointed 6-In-Line	Controls	Volume, Tone
Inlays	Inverted Mother of Pearl Sharkfin	𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿: 𝟱-𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝘀𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵
Side dots	Luminlay	▸ Position 1	bridge
Number of frets	24	▸ Position 2	outer coil of bridge and inner coil of neck
Fret size	jumbo stainless steel	▸ Position 3	bridge and neck
Nut	Graph Tech TUSQ XL	▸ Position 4	inner coil of bridge and outer coil of neck
Nut width	1.6875" / 42.86 mm	▸ Position 5	neck
Radius	compound 12" to 16" / 304.8 to 406.4 mm	Case / gig bag	Jackson Foam Core Case included (reference 2994742100)
Truss rod	dual-action with heel-mount adjustment wheel	Country of origin	United States