(SOLD) Ibanez JTK1 Jet King Black Red Sunburst 2003
Ibanez JTK1 Jet King, red burst, made in Indonesia 2003. The Jet King line was a tribute to Ibanez' early guitars; those sweet pawnshop finds with weird body shapes and a heap of charm. This was the first version of the model, so it's got the cute little horns and aluminium guard and the 60s-style switches to split the pickups. The tone is a lot of fun: the humbuckers are perfect for angry riffs and stanky rhythm parts, or with the splits engaged, you get a bright and jangly jag-style jangle. Being an Ibanez, it's got a very sturdy and fast playing neck; it's a nice little pragmatic punk machine. The burst finish looks very tasty, it hits the manga-esque angles just right. These were only made for a couple of years, so if you've had room for one in your heart, take this one home now as they're not getting any more common.
Model: Ibanez JTK1 Jet King
Made: Indonesia, 2003
Serial: I030915757
Finish: Black Red Sunburst
Body: basswood
Neck: Neck: 1-piece maple, rosewood board, 24.75" scale, 12" radius
Weight: 3.280kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Ibanez Super 58 humbucker x2
Accessories: none
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. Headstock has some minor scuffs on the end. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor dimples on the back only. The back has some light scuffs around the outside edges and surface scratches near the neck bolts and ferrules. The sides have dimples on both horns and some scuffs in the elbow area and near the jack. The front has dimples around the tailpiece and elbow area as well as some play wear on the guard and horns.
Overall: very good condition (7.5/10)
Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. Wearing fresh 11/49 Moonshiners strings.
Fret life: 8/10, minor wear only