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GALLERY: Inside the Jackson Custom Shop

A peek inside the Jackson and Charvel factory in Corona, California.

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Jackson and Charvel Bodies
"Guitar bodies sit in various states of finish, waiting to become Jackson or Charvel beauties. "

Want more Jackson? Check out our gallery of Randy Rhoads' original Concordes and our in-depth feature with Mike Shannon.

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