The Jackson® JS Series JS22 Surfcaster™ combines a distinctive offset design with the powerful performance and playability that Jackson is renowned for. Built for aspiring rock and metal players, this affordable electric guitar delivers aggressive tone, comfortable handling, and eye-catching style in one impressive package.
Its lightweight poplar body and bolt-on maple neck create a solid and responsive foundation, while the bound amaranth fingerboard features a fast-playing 12"–16" compound radius. This versatile design makes chord work comfortable in the lower register while allowing effortless bends and fluid lead playing higher up the neck. With 22 jumbo frets, players have plenty of room to explore riffs, solos, and everything in between.
Equipped with a pair of high-output Jackson® humbucking pickups, the JS22 Surfcaster™ delivers the thick, punchy tones needed for modern rock and metal. From crunchy rhythm parts to soaring lead lines, these pickups provide the power and clarity required to cut through any mix.
A straightforward control layout featuring a master volume and tone control keeps operation simple, allowing players to focus on their performance. The dependable Jackson® hardtail bridge enhances sustain, tuning stability, and overall reliability, making this guitar an excellent choice for practice, recording, and live performance.
Offering classic Jackson attitude with a unique retro-inspired silhouette, the JS Series JS22 Surfcaster™ is the ideal gateway into the world of high-performance electric guitars.
Key Features
- Offset poplar body design
- Bolt-on maple neck construction
- Bound amaranth fingerboard
- 12"–16" compound radius fingerboard
- 22 jumbo frets
- High-output Jackson® humbucking pickups
- Master volume and tone controls
- Jackson® hardtail bridge
- Black hardware throughout
Poplar Body
Poplar is a softer wood that offers a meaty, resonant tone with a distinguished upper midrange tone quite similar to alder.
Jackson HT6 String-Through-Body Hardtail Bridge
The six-saddle hardtail bridge provides rock-solid tuning stability along with pinpoint intonation accuracy. The improved vibration transfer from a hardtail bridge also provides increased sustain and richer tone.
General
JS
Right-Hand
Purple Metallic
China
Neck
Jackson® 3x3 (3 Over/3 Under)
Maple
Natural Satin
Bolt-On with Graphite Reinforcement and Scarf Joint
12" to 16" Compound Radius (304.8 mm to 406.4 mm)
Amaranth
White Dot
White
22
Dual-Action with Wheel
Black Plastic
1.6875"
Black Plastic
Jumbo
25.5" (648 mm)
Body
Poplar
Gloss
Surfcaster™
Poplar
Hardware
Jackson® Hardtail
Black
Dome-Style
Black
Black
Jackson® Sealed Die-Cast
Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)
Electronics
Jackson® High-Output Humbucking
Jackson® High-Output Humbucking
HH
Volume, Tone
3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Picku
