Relive the Glory Days of Shred with Jackson’s Tribute to Its Iconic Past
The year was 1985. Hair was big, metal was bigger, and Jackson guitars were absolutely dominating the stages of the Sunset Strip. Fast-forward nearly four decades, and Jackson is taking us back to those legendary days with the Pro Origin 1985 Series, a collection that doesn’t just pay homage to the past, but resurrects the very DNA of what made Jackson the ultimate metal machine.
Back to the San Dimas Roots
For over 40 years, Jackson has been the weapon of choice for the world’s most legendary metal shredders and hard rockers. The Pro Origin 1985 Series brings us full circle, celebrating Jackson’s humble beginnings with guitars built with pride in Ensenada, Mexico the same place where Jackson’s legacy continues to grow.
At the heart of this series lies the iconic San Dimas style that defined a generation of boundary-pushing guitar gods. These aren’t just recreations; they’re resurrections of the very guitars that helped establish Jackson as an unstoppable force in the metal scene.
Authentic Tone, Authentic Heritage
What sets the Pro Origin 1985 Series apart is its commitment to authenticity. Featuring custom-voiced Jackson J90-C (bridge) and J50-N (neck) pickups developed using the original recipe from Jackson’s early days in Southern California, these guitars deliver the genuine tone that metalheads have craved for decades.
The resonant alder San Dimas body provides the perfect balance of warmth and punch, delivering exceptional sustain and clarity that cuts through even the densest mix. Each maple neck is artfully tinted to capture that coveted amber glow of perfectly aged wood, while the sleek, speed-optimized neck profile ensures your fingers fly across the fretboard with devastating velocity.
Built for Speed, Designed for Attitude
Every detail screams performance:
- 12″-16″ compound radius maple fingerboard with large black dot inlays for lightning-fast runs
- 22 jumbo frets for maximum expression
- Top-mounted Floyd Rose 1000 Series double locking tremolo for dive-bomb mastery
- Bolt-on maple neck with graphite reinforcement and tiltback 6-in-line black headstocks
- Classic Volume, Tone, and 3-way toggle configuration
- Gigbag included for protection on the road
Six Unique Configurations
The Pro Origin 1985 Series offers something for every shredder’s style:
Single Humbucker:
- Pro Origins 1985 San-Dimas™ SD1A H RW – BLACK: Rosewood fingerboard with focused single-humbucker aggression
- Pro Origins 1985 San Dimas SD1A – VANILLA SHAKE: Maple fingerboard sweetness with vintage cream aesthetics
Dual Humbucker:
- Pro Origins 1985 San-Dimas™ SD1 HH MPL – BLACK: Classic stealth in timeless black
- Pro Origins 1985 San-Dimas™ SD1 HH MPL – CAR: Eye-catching Candy Apple Red that demands attention
- Pro Origins 1985 San-Dimas™ SD1 HH MPL- SNOW WHITE: Pure, pristine power in stunning white
Limited Edition:
- Pro Origins 1985 Limited Edition San-Dimas™ SD1 MPL: The ultimate collector’s piece with split black and white finish.
The Future is Retro
The Pro Origin 1985 Series perfectly captures that retro-futuristic vibe that made the ’80s metal scene so legendary. With historically accurate Jackson pickup tones meticulously recreated from original specifications, these shred machines let you reconnect with the rich heritage of a true industry pioneer.
Whether you’re channeling the spirit of the great metal masters, or forging your own path in the modern metal landscape, the Pro Origin 1985 Series puts Jackson’s legacy of attitude and innovation right at your fingertips.
Play it loud, play it proud, and go back to the future, because some legends never go out of style, they just get better with age.