Epiphone - Joan Jett Olympic Special Vintage Sunburst
Joan Jett has always played by her own rules, and that certainly applies to her guitar of choice. As she continues to inspire new generations through her music, activism, and fearless presence, the Epiphone Joan Jett Olympic Special captures her raw, unapologetic energy in a stripped-down, stage-ready rock ’n’ roll machine.
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Single-cutaway slab body in vintage sunburst; ceramic pickups deliver punchy midrange and snap; lightweight mahogany construction enhances sustain and resonance; simplified electronics (volume and tone controls) eliminate unnecessary circuitry; stage-proven Epiphone build quality at mid-market pricing.
Stock pickups may benefit from upgrade for higher-gain applications; straightforward setup typical of single-cutaway design; compatible with standard guitar cables and pedalboards; minimal maintenance required; strap and gig bag recommended add-ons.
A legitimately capable rock machine that respects its player's time and budget. The stripped-down approach and proven Epiphone engineering make this a reliable choice for anyone serious about rock fundamentals without excess baggage.
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One pickup, one knob, one mission: pure rock
Joan Jett has always played by her own rules, and that certainly applies to her guitar of choice. As she continues to inspire new generations through her music, activism, and fearless presence, the Epiphone Joan Jett Olympic Special captures her raw, unapologetic energy in a stripped-down, stage-ready rock ’n’ roll machine. With its sleek finish, no-nonsense setup, and single roaring humbucker™ pickup, this guitar is all attitude and zero compromise. It’s built for players who want to plug in, turn up, and make a statement, just like Joan.
Based on Joan’s original Epiphone Olympic Special, the new Joan Jett Olympic Special features all of the essentials you need to rock, with nothing extra to get in your way, including a lightweight, asymmetrical double cutaway mahogany body with no extra weight to hold you back, a glued-in mahogany neck with an Olympic Special profile that is equipped with a rosewood fretboard with a 12” radius, 22 medium jumbo frets, and adorned with pearloid dot position marker inlays. The headstock features the historic Olympic Special shape. It is outfitted with die-cast tuners and a GraphTech® nut to ensure solid tuning and features a reproduction of Joan’s signature on the back of the headstock in gold. The Joan Jett Olympic Special has a single PowerHammer ProBucker™ pickup for raw, unfiltered tone. It is paired with a single volume control using a CTS® volume potentiometer. The volume control has a black Speed knob with a rubber grip for reliable performance, a sure grip, and precise control. An on/off toggle switch for kill-switch functionality completes the simple yet effective control layout.
The Joan Jett Olympic Special captures Joan’s signature style and is a focused instrument for players inspired by Joan’s fearless approach to sound and performance, crafted for Joan’s fans and fellow players alike. It comes packed in a custom premium gig bag and includes an artist sticker set. One pickup, one knob, one mission: pure rock. Get one today and make your own rules.
Highlights
- Mahogany asymmetrical Olympic Special double cutaway body
- Historic Olympic Special headstock profile with Joan Jett signature reproduction on the back
- Die cast tuners
- PowerHammer PRO humbucker pickup with double cream bobbins
- On/off toggle switch for kill switch functionality
- Includes custom premium gig bag and artist sticker set
Body Specs |
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| Body Finish | Vintage Gloss |
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Body Shape | Olympic |
| Body Styles | Solidbody |
Neck Specs |
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| Fingerboard Material | Rosewood |
| Fingerboard Radius | 12 in. | 304.8 mm |
| Fret Count | 22 |
| Frets | Medium Jumbo |
| Inlays | Dot |
| Joint | Glued-in, set neck |
| Neck Material | Mahogany |
| Nut Material | GraphTech |
| Profile | Olympic Special |
| Scale Length | 628.65mm / 24.75in |
Electronics Specs |
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| Bridge Pickup | PowerHammer Pro |
| Controls | 1 volume |
| Output Jack | 1/4" |
| Pickup Selector | On/off toggle |
Hardware Specs |
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| Bridge | MTB605 |
| Control Knobs | Black Speed with rubber grip |
| Finish | Nickel |
| Mounting Rings | Cream |
| Pickguard | Single-ply black |
| Pickup Covers | Double Classic White |
| Plastic Parts | Mixed |
| Strap Buttons | 2 |
| Switch Tip | Nickel |
| Truss Rod Cover | 2-ply black/white |
| Tuner Plating | Nickel |
| Tuning Machines | Die-cast |
Misc Specs |
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| Case | Gig bag |
| Model | EOOLJJVSNH |
| Headstock | Olympic Special |
| Strings Gauge | .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046 |
Epiphone has been a cornerstone of accessible guitar manufacturing since 1923, building instruments that deliver professional-quality tone and playability at competitive prices. The brand is particularly renowned for its solid construction, reliable hardware, and signature models developed in collaboration with legendary musicians.
As a Gibson subsidiary, Epiphone maintains rigorous quality standards while remaining committed to making quality guitars available to players at all levels. The company's artist signature series reflects decades of partnerships with influential musicians across rock, blues, and alternative genres.
