Jackson - Soloist SLX DX X Series Gold Bullion
Distinctive and affordable, Jackson's X Series Soloist models are built for speed and comfort! The X Series Soloist™ SLX DX is a venerable double cutaway workhorse that offers many fine features desired by today's shredders.
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X Series manufacturing keeps costs accessible while maintaining Jackson's speed-focused design language; double-cutaway geometry maximizes upper-fret playability; tuned for aggressive playing styles without sacrificing structural integrity at this price point.
Entry-level Jackson quality demands modest setup attention upon arrival. Standard strap locks recommended for active playing. Pairs well with mid-gain to high-gain amplification to unlock its tonal character. Straightforward electronics minimize troubleshooting.
A genuinely capable instrument that prioritizes ergonomics and playability over luxury appointments. At under $1000, the Soloist SLX DX delivers Jackson's speed-guitarist pedigree without the premium price tag. Honest tool, not a compromise.
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X Series Soloist™ SLX DX
Distinctive and affordable, Jackson's X Series Soloist models are built for speed and comfort! The X Series Soloist™ SLX DX is a venerable double cutaway workhorse that offers many fine features desired by today's shredders.
The SLX DX features a poplar body, through-body maple neck with graphite reinforcement and tilt-back scarf joint headstock. Hosting 24 jumbo frets, its 12"-16" fully bound compound radius laurel fingerboard curves more dramatically at the nut for easy chording and flattens out as it approaches the neck joint for low-action bends without fretting out.
Jackson® high-output humbucking pickups power this metal beast with an expansive voice loaded with crunchy, full-bodied tone ideal for brazen lead work or punchy rhythms runs. Tone is fully customizable with three-way blade switching and single volume and tone controls, while a Floyd Rose® Special double-locking tremolo bridge system provides superior string stability, improved sustain and dynamic tremolo action.
Highlights
THROUGH-BODY MAPLE NECK CONSTRUCTION WITH GRAPHITE REINFORCEMENT
Neck-through-body construction has been a Jackson hallmark since 1980, allowing for greater playability comfort and enhanced sustain. Neck-through is a method of guitar construction which involves extending the piece of wood used for the neck through the entire length of the body. Graphite-reinforcement rods flanking the truss rod provide even more neck stability to help the instrument withstand the rigors of the road.
DUNCAN DESIGNED™ HB-103B/HB-103N HUMBUCKING PICKUPS
Patterned after the Seymour Duncan Distortion set and built for aggressive playing styles, these affordable and high-quality pickups feature ceramic magnets and hot-coil windings to deliver a high-output tone with lots of crunch and harmonics while maintaining clarity.
Features
- 25.5" scale length
- Poplar body
- Through-body maple neck with graphite reinforcement and scarf joint
- 12"-16" compound radius bound laurel fingerboard with 24 jumbo frets and pearloid sharkfin inlays
- Jackson® bridge and neck humbucking pickups
- Three-posiiton pickup blade switch, single volume control and single tone control
- Floyd Rose® Special double-locking tremolo bridge system
- Jackson sealed die-cast tuners
Accessories |
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| Case/Gig Bag | Optional Jackson® Soloist™/Dinky® SKB® Hardshell (p/n 299-6100-506); Optional Soloist™/Dinky® Gig Bag (p/n 299-1512-106) |
| Saddle Height Wrench | Yes |
| Truss Rod Wrench | Yes |
Body |
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| Body | Poplar |
| Body Finish | Gloss |
| Body Material | Poplar |
| Body Shape | Soloist™ |
Electronics |
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| Bridge Pickup | Duncan Designed™ HB-103B |
| Controls | Volume, Tone |
| Neck Pickup | Duncan Designed™ HB-103N |
| Pickup Configuration | HH |
| Switching | 3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge and Middle, Position 2. Bridge, Middle and Neck, Position 3. Neck |
General |
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| Color | Gold Bullion |
| Orientation | Right-Hand |
| Product Name | X Series Soloist™ SLX DX, Laurel Fingerboard, Gold Bullion |
| Series | X |
Hardware |
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| Bridge | Floyd Rose® Special Double-Locking Tremolo (Recessed) |
| Control Knobs | Dome-Style |
| Hardware Finish | Gold |
| Neck Plate | None |
| Pickguard | None |
| Pickup Covers | Black |
| Strap Buttons | Standard |
| Strings | Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges) |
| Switch Tip | Black |
| Tremolo Arm | Floyd Rose® Special Locking |
| Tuning Machines | Jackson® Sealed Die-Cast |
Measurements |
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| Fret Size | Jumbo |
| Scale Length | 25.5" (648 mm) |
Neck |
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| Fingerboard Material | Laurel |
| Fingerboard Radius | 12"-16" Compound Radius (304.8 mm to 406.4 mm) |
| Headstock | Jackson® Pointed 6-In-Line |
| Headstock Binding | White |
| Neck Binding | White |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Through-Body with Graphite Reinforcement and Scarf Joint |
| Neck Finish | Gloss Color Matched |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Number of Frets | 24 |
| Nut Material | Floyd Rose® Special Locking |
| Nut Width | 1.6875" (42.86 mm) |
| Position Inlays | Pearloid Sharkfin |
| Side Dots | Black |
| String Nut | Floyd Rose® Special Locking |
| Truss Rod | Dual-Action Head Adjust |
| Truss Rod Nut | Truss Rod Adjustment at Nut |
Jackson is a renowned American guitar manufacturer with a legacy spanning decades in the electric guitar market. The brand built its reputation by designing instruments specifically engineered for speed, precision, and modern playing techniques, earning particular acclaim among rock, metal, and shred guitarists worldwide.
Jackson guitars are recognized for their distinctive angular body designs, high-performance hardware, and neck profiles optimized for fast playing. The company maintains a commitment to combining quality construction with accessibility across multiple price points, allowing players at different skill levels to access instruments bearing the Jackson name and design philosophy.
