Today, Jackson introduces a legendary shape to its prestigious American Series lineup: The American Series Rhoads RR24 and RR24 HT. Born from a 1980 collaboration between metal icon, Randy Rhoads, and founder, Grover Jackson, this distinctive angular shaped design was built for the ultimate shredding performance. Featuring USA-made Seymour Duncan® JB and ‘59 humbuckers pickups, a reverse 6 in-line headstock and the signature offset Rhoads alder body, the American Series Rhoads delivers the bold, brutal tone that metal enthusiasts demand.
Meticulously crafted in Jackson’s Corona, California factory, the American Series Rhoads is built to devastating perfection through premium materials and components including alder bodies with three-piece neck through construction and 12-16" compound radius ebony fingerboard with jumbo stainless steel frets. This launch expands the American Series beyond its current Soloist™ and Virtuoso™ models, reinforcing Jackson's commitment to supporting heavy music artists with uncompromising quality instruments. Rhoads' pursuit of precise, architectural solos helped define the template for metal guitar playing that continues to influence generations of players. Embodying the authentic Rhoads DNA, this American-made guitar is engineered for shredding perfection.
“The American Series Rhoads was created to bring the legendary shape that metal guitarists have coveted for decades to a new generation,” said Jon Romanowski, VP of Product, Jackson. “Built in the U.S., this premium guitar is engineered for players who demand uncompromising metal tone and performance.”
The American Series Rhoads is available in two models: the RR24 and RR24 HT, with the bridge being the main difference between them. The RR24 HT features a Hipshot hardtail bridge made for rock-solid tuning stability and ease of use for string changes or for drop tunings on the fly. This guitar is available in Satin Black and Snow White. The RR24 takes a different approach with its recessed 1500 Series Floyd Rose® double-locking tremolo system for dive bombs, squeals and flutters while staying in tune through brutal playing. This tremolo-equipped model is available in Satin Black, Matte Army Drab and Snow White.
To introduce the legendary American Rhoads series, Jackson has partnered with metal virtuosos and signature artists, Brandon Ellis and Jeff Loomis. Both Ellis and Loomis continue to leave an indelible mark on the metal genre through their revolutionary playing styles and technical mastery. The Rhoads shape continues to empower guitarists to push the boundaries of heavy music, delivering crushing tone and uncompromising performance. This collaboration reinforces Jackson's commitment to supporting the artists who define modern metal while honoring the legacy of one of guitar's most influential innovators.
“This axe embodies everything the Jackson name has always stood for to me,” said Brandon Ellis. “It's built for metal and speed, and comes 100% tour-worthy right off of the shelf, with bulletproof American construction, high quality specs and hardware and contemporary upgrades. The easily accessible spokewheel adjusted truss rod, push-in style tremolo bar, stainless steel Floyd Rose upgrades, glow in the dark side dots and locking tuners are all huge quality of life improvements for performing musicians like myself. I have the matte finished olive drab version which both feels amazing in my hands and looks killer on anybody who wields this classic, sharp-angled, metal beast of a guitar!”
“The American Series Rhoads is an amazing metal masterpiece!” said Jeff Loomis. “Aggressive looks with killer playability all over the neck, this guitar really stands out. Partnering with Jackson again to showcase this guitar with Brandon Ellis was a total blast and unforgettable experience.”
Watch these legends unleash their metal prowess: Presenting the American Series Rhoads Feat. Jeff Loomis & Brandon Ellis | Jackson Guitars. High-resolution product and lifestyle images of the American Series Rhoads RR24 can be found HERE. Full product descriptions and specifications of the American Series Rhoads RR24 can be found HERE.
The RR24’s offset Rhoads alder body turns heads with its sleek, weapon-like contours while providing resonant, lively tone. Its neck-through-body three-piece maple neck with graphite reinforcement delivers supreme stability and sustain. 24 Jumbo stainless-steel frets top the 12”-16” compound radius ebony fingerboard allowing effortless bending across the entire fretboard. For tone that’s tight yet expressive, we’ve equipped the RR24 with Seymour Duncan® JB and ‘59 humbuckers. These USA-made pickups roar with thick distortion when you dig in, cleaning up nicely for singing leads. The recessed 1500 Series Floyd Rose® double-locking tremolo system lets you execute dive bombs, squeals and flutters while staying in tune through heavy abuse.
The RR24’s offset Rhoads alder body turns heads with its sleek, weapon-like contours while providing resonant, lively tone. Its neck-through-body three-piece maple neck with graphite reinforcement delivers supreme stability and sustain. 24 Jumbo stainless-steel frets top the 12”-16” compound radius ebony fingerboard allowing effortless bending across the entire fretboard. For tone that’s tight yet expressive, we’ve equipped the RR24 HT with Seymour Duncan® JB and ‘59 humbuckers. These USA-made pickups roar with thick distortion when you dig in, cleaning up nicely for singing leads. The Hipshot® hardtail bridge makes for rock-solid tuning stability, and ease of use for string changes or for drop tunings “on the fly”.
Source Audio, a leader in next-generation guitar and bass effects pedals, proudly introduces the Encounter Ambient Delay+Reverb, a fully loaded, dual-engine effects pedal designed to unlock immersive, atmospheric soundscapes. Building upon the legacy of Source Audio’s award-winning Collider Delay+Reverb, the Encounter features dual signal processing, allowing users to combine any two of the pedal’s six delay and six reverb effects. Where the Collider focused on classic delay and reverb effects, Encounter ventures into uncharted tonal territory, delivering new, otherworldly effects for guitar, bass, synth, and adventurous sound designers of all kinds.
“You asked, so we delivered!” says Roger Smith, President of Source Audio. “Ever since the release of the Collider Delay+Reverb, players have asked us to push further — into more adventurous, exploratory delay and reverb textures. Encounter answers that call. It opens up an expansive new universe of sonic possibility, combining reimagined classics with brand-new algorithms that explore both the familiar and the beautifully unknown.”
At the heart of the Encounter are six delay and six reverb engines that can be used individually or combined in pairs — this includes dual delay and dual reverb setups. Users can route dual effect combinations in series, parallel, or split stereo, with independent footswitch control for each engine, effectively offering the power of two pedals in one easy-to-navigate enclosure. Stereo ins and outs, full MIDI implementation, 8 onboard preset slots (128 presets with MIDI), external expression control, and seamless integration with Source Audio’s free Neuro 3 editing software for iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows further elevate the pedal’s flexibility and creative potential.
The Encounter’s effects collection features brand-new engines such as Hypersphere, a gravity-defying ambient reverb inspired by infinite spatial reflections, Kaleidoscope, a cascading, harp-like delay effect, and Shimmers, a rich, dual-pitched shimmer reverb designed for lush harmonic layering.
Modernized favorites from Source Audio’s acclaimed Ventris Dual Reverb and Nemesis Delay ADT also make a return — Reverse, Lo-Fi, Trem Verb, and Swell reverbs, along with Helix, Drum Echo, Noise Tape (based on the Roland Space Echo) and Resonant delays — all reimagined with expanded parameter control.
In addition, musicians can preview and explore the sounds and editing capabilities of the Encounter before purchasing the pedal, using the Neuro 3’s new SoundCheck™ feature. Neuro 3 is Source Audio's entirely free effects editing, preset sharing, and organizing software. SoundCheck features prerecorded, unaffected guitar, bass, keyboard, and drum loops that can be played through bit-perfect replications of Source Audio One Series pedals. Users can audition presets or use the effect editor and hear changes in real-time, using only a smartphone or computer.
Adding to the company’s lineup of premium US-made pickups, Brickhouse Toneworks has introduced the Mason Deluxe P.A.F. pickup. Available individually or in matched sets, the Mason Deluxe delivers the classic, exquisitely balanced tone of a vintage 1960s P.A.F. humbucker with added bite. They are a direct drop-in replacement for standard sized humbuckers.
Sporting AlNiCo 4 magnets for enhanced attack and articulation, the Mason Deluxe P.A.F. has the clarity of a lower wind with the power of a fuller wind. Pickup master David Shepherd designed the pickup with two slightly different wire thicknesses on each coil, along with carefully calibrated asymmetrical coils, to bring out the maximum frequencies and dynamic range possible.
Expanding on the legacy of Brickhouse Toneworks’ highly regarded 1960 P.A.F. and Semi 60 P.A.F. humbuckers, the Mason Deluxe P.A.F.'s deliver a unique tonal profile characterized by a chimey, bell-like clarity and exceptional articulation. The sound is both smooth and responsive, with a dynamic range that allows for a sweet, rolled-off tone as well as a powerful, aggressive distortion. A defining feature is the rich, harmonic overtones that bloom and sustain, providing a heightened sense of depth and dimensionality. The pickups also exhibit a slight microphonic effect, which enhances pick attack definition. This results in a complex, yet clear sound—fat and woody in the neck position, and sparkling with pronounced punch and tonal definition in the bridge.
The result: an extraordinarily responsive P.A.F. humbucker with a transparent and open sound, allowing the guitar and player's natural tone to be the star of the show.
Key Features of the Mason Deluxe:
AlNiCo 4 Roughcast Long Bar Magnets, Unpotted Coils
Vintage Correct Long Leg Frames and Butyrate Plastic Bobbins
Vintage Correct Alloys, Coil Wire and Braided Single Conductor Leads
Vintage Correct Hand Ground, Hand Buffed P.A.F. Covers
DC Resistance - Bridge: 8.1k (Average)
DC Resistance - Neck: 7k (Average)
Made in the USA with premium quality materials
The Brickhouse Toneworks Mason Deluxe P.A.F. street price starts at $195 each and starts at $390 per set. Visit www.brickhousetone.com or contact info@brickhousetone.com for more information and order yours directly.
EBS is proud to unveil the newly enhanced NeoLine 112 Mk2 bass cabinet, now shipping with key upgrades that bring even more power, low-end, and reliability to the stage.
The first significant change: the cabinet is now 4 inches deeper, offering a noticeable improvement in low-end response, projection, and overall tonal richness. This enhancement ensures that today's bassists get the punch and presence they need from a compact cabinet, whether they're in the studio, on tour, or pushing the limits live.
Second, EBS has swapped out the previous flip handles in favor of a single heavy-duty deep-dish handle. This small but significant upgrade helps eliminate the risk of rattling noise, making the cab perform securely even at high volumes, while also improving durability and ease of transport.
Third, the high-performance tweeter is now isolated and sealed from the rest of the cabinet, which also helps to reduce the risk of noise due to the sound pressure within the cabinet.Despite the deeper cabinet, and due to the Neodymium speakers and choice of wood, it remains a lightweight cabinet, weighing in at 14.35 kg (31.6 lb).
Already a favorite for its lightweight construction and road-ready build, the updated NeoLine 112 (Mk2) now delivers even greater performance with no compromises. It's a compact speaker for serious players. Despite the improvements, the price remains intact.
Today, Fender is expanding its acclaimed Vintera® II series with a Limited Edition Road Worn® lineup, era-correct classics from the ‘50s and ‘60s pair vintage-inspired designs and modern upgrades with the lived-in look of a well-loved instrument. Each model features a new subtle aging process—light checking, gentle wear patterns, and a semi-gloss finish—delivering unmistakable vintage feel and unmatched sound of a classic Fender®.
Limited Edition Vintera® II Road Worn® ‘60s Stratocaster®
Featuring a variety of vintage colors finished in Road Worn® aged nitrocellulose lacquer, the Vintera® II Road Worn® ‘60s Stratocaster® recreates the look and feel of a well-played classic. The limited Road Worn models are enhanced with a new subtle aging process combining light checking, gentle wear patterns and a semi-gloss finish, while maintaining the authentic broken-in feel players love about vintage Fenders. The ‘60s “C”-shape maple neck with 7.25” radius rosewood fingerboard and vintage-tall frets provides supreme comfort and outstanding feel. Under the hood, you’ll find a trio of vintage-style ‘60s pickups that deliver all the warm, sparkling tones that made Fender® famous. Other features include a synchronized tremolo with bent steel saddles for expressive vibrato and vintage-style tuning machines for enhanced tuning stability. Options include Rosewood Fingerboard in Sonic Blue and Maple Fingerboard in Black.
Featuring a variety of vintage colors finished in Road Worn® aged nitrocellulose lacquer, the Vintera® II Road Worn® ‘60s Telecaster® recreates the look and feel of a well-played classic. The limited Road Worn models are enhanced with a new subtle aging process combining light checking, gentle wear patterns and a semi-gloss finish, while maintaining the authentic broken-in feel players love about vintage Fenders. The ‘60s “C”-shape maple neck with 7.25” radius rosewood fingerboard and vintage-tall frets provides supreme comfort and outstanding feel. Under the hood, you’ll find a pair of vintage-style ‘60s pickups that deliver all the crystal-clear chime and raw, steely twang that made Fender® famous. Other features include a vintage-style 3-saddle bridge with slotted steel saddles and vintage-style tuning machines for enhanced tuning stability. Options include Rosewood Fingerboard in Burgundy Mist Metallic and Maple Fingerboard in Blonde.
Featuring a variety of vintage colors finished in Road Worn® aged nitrocellulose lacquer, the Vintera® II Road Worn® ‘50s Jazzmaster® recreates the look and feel of a well-played classic. The limited Road Worn models are enhanced with a new subtle aging process combining light checking, gentle wear patterns and a semi-gloss finish, while maintaining the authentic broken-in feel players love about vintage Fenders. The ‘50s “C”-shape maple neck with 7.25” radius rosewood fingerboard and vintage-tall frets provides supreme comfort and outstanding feel. Under the hood, you’ll find a pair of vintage-style ‘50s single-coil pickups that deliver all the sweet and sparkling, warm and woody tone that made Fender® famous. Other features include a vintage-style floating tremolo for expressive vibrato and vintage-style tuning machines for enhanced tuning stability. Options include Rosewood Fingerboard in 3-Color Sunburst and Rosewood Fingerboard in Fiesta Red.
Limited Edition Vintera® II Road Worn® ‘60s Precision Bass®
Featuring a variety of vintage colors finished in Road Worn® aged nitrocellulose lacquer, the Vintera® II Road Worn® ‘60s Precision Bass® recreates the look and feel of a well-played classic. The limited Road Worn models are enhanced with a new subtle aging process combining light checking, gentle wear patterns and a semi-gloss finish, while maintaining the authentic broken-in feel players love about vintage Fenders. The ‘60s “C”-shape maple neck with 7.25” radius rosewood fingerboard and vintage-tall frets provides supreme comfort and outstanding feel. Under the hood, you’ll find a vintage-style ‘60s split-coil Precision pickup that delivers all the warm, dynamic and powerful tone that made Fender® famous. The vintage-style 4-saddle bridge and vintage-style tuning machines provide classic looks with enhanced intonation and tuning stability to complete the package. Options include Rosewood Fingerboard in Fiesta Red and Charcoal Frost Metallic.
