Shred in ergonomic comfort and style with the Jackson X Series Soloist™ Archtop SLAT8 MS. A high-performance evolution of the electric guitar, this 8-string multi-scale model unlocks the possibilities of an instrument by accommodating two scale lengths on one fingerboard, thus improving overall playing comfort, tension and intonation.

The SLAT8 MS features an arched top basswood body with a through-body maple neck with scarf joint and graphite reinforcement for maximum neck stability, 12"-16" compound radius laurel fingerboard with 24 jumbo frets, single-ply bound neck and Jackson 4x4 AT1 headstock with Jackson die-cast tuners.

Chosen specifically for their complementary sound, a pair of modern EMG® 909 humbucking pickups drives this guitar's versatile sound, combining for highly balanced, flexible tone, with plenty of high output for pristine cleans and snarling distortion. Single volume and tone controls shape the pickups' output, which can be further refined with the three-way toggle switch for the precise voice required to bring your musical vision to life. To help improve intonation, the guitar has been equipped with Jackson designed individual bridge saddles, staggered to accommodate for the two scale lengths.

Available in Gloss Black with black hardware.

Specifications

Format

Body Material: Poplar
Body Finish: Gloss
Body Shape: Soloist™
Neck

Number of Strings: 8
Neck Material: Maple
Neck Construction: Neck-Through-Body with Graphite Reinforcement and Scarf Joint
Neck Binding: White
Neck Finish: Gloss / Painted
Scale Length: 26" - 28" Multi-Scale (660 mm - 711 mm)
Fingerboard Material: Laurel
Fingerboard Radius: 12"-16" Compound Radius (304.8 mm to 406.4 mm)
Number of Frets: 24
Fret Size: Jumbo
Nut Material: Black Plastic
Nut Width: 2.12" (53.85 mm)
Position Inlays: None
Truss Rod: Dual-Action
Truss Rod Nut: Truss Rod Adjustment at Nut
Electronics

Bridge Pickup: EMG® 909
Neck Pickup: EMG® 909
Controls: Volume, Tone
Switching: 3-Position Toggle: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup
Configuration: HH
Hardware

Bridge: Staggered Individual Saddles
Hardware Finish: Black
Tuning Machines: Jackson® Sealed Die-Cast
Control Knobs: Dome-Style
Switch Tip: Black
EMG® 909 Pickups

EMG 909 pickups provide rich vocal character, definition and responsive sound. Eliminating muddiness, these pickups enhance the articulation of every note, chord and harmonic.
Miscellaneous

Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.065 Gauges, 8-String)
Accessories

Case/Gig Bag: Optional SLAT 7/8 String Gig Bag (p/n 299-1513-106)