Jackson JS Series Surfcaster JS22 HT Electric Guitar (Multiple Colors Available)

Drawing inspiration from Jackson’s iconic shapes, the JS Series JS22 Surfcaster™ delivers outstanding value by blending vintage-inspired style with modern performance features, creating a true modern metal machine at an entry-level price.

Its sleek offset poplar body and bolt-on maple neck provide a solid and dependable foundation, while the bound amaranth fingerboard features a fast 12"–16" compound radius that allows comfortable chording in the lower registers and fret-out-free soloing higher up the neck. With 22 jumbo frets, the Surfcaster is built for smooth playability and confident performance across the entire fretboard.

Loaded with attitude, the JS22 Surfcaster comes equipped with high-output Jackson® humbucking pickups, delivering the thick, saturated distortion tones that have defined the Jackson sound for decades. A straightforward control layout of a single volume and single tone knob keeps things intuitive and performance-focused. The guitar is also fitted with Jackson’s hardtail bridge, ensuring reliable tuning stability and consistent setup.

For more than 40 years, Jackson has pushed the boundaries of metal guitar design while maintaining high quality at accessible prices. Continuing that legacy, the JS Series JS22 Surfcaster offers powerful tone, fast playability, and iconic Jackson attitude—making it an ideal entry point for aspiring shredders. Step into the fire and unleash your riffs with the JS22 Surfcaster™.

Specifications

General
Series: JS
Orientation: Right-Hand
Color: Gloss Black
Country Of Origin: CN

Neck
Headstock: Jackson® 3x3 (3 Over/3 Under)
Neck Material: Maple
Neck Finish: Natural Satin
Neck Construction: Bolt-On with Graphite Reinforcement and Scarf Joint
Fingerboard Radius: 12"–16" Compound Radius (304.8 mm to 406.4 mm)
Fingerboard Material: Amaranth
Position Inlays: White Dot
Side Dots: White
Number of Frets: 22
Truss Rod: Dual-Action with Wheel
String Nut: Black Plastic
Nut Width: 1.6875"
Fret Size: Jumbo
Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)

Body
Body: Poplar
Body Finish: Gloss
Body Shape: Surfcaster™

Hardware
Bridge: Jackson® Hardtail
Pickup Covers: Black
Control Knobs: Dome-Style
Switch Tip: Black
Hardware Finish: Black
Tuning Machines: Jackson® Sealed Die-Cast
Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.009–.042 Gauges)

Electronics
Bridge Pickup: Jackson® High-Output Humbucking
Neck Pickup: Jackson® High-Output Humbucking
Pickup Configuration: HH
Controls: Volume, Tone
Switching: 3-Position Blade
Position 1: Bridge Pickup
Position 2: Bridge and Neck Pickups
Position 3: Neck Pickup