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Chris Rorland Finds Perfect Guitar
Sabaton guitarist Chris Rorland ends his search for the ideal guitar with Jackson's first signature model.
In brief
Sabaton guitarist Chris Rorland ends his search for the ideal guitar with Jackson's first signature model. Sabaton guitarist Chris Rorland chose Jackson's SL7 Soloist guitar after years of searching for a guitar that felt 100% right. Originally reported by Guitar World.
Chris Rorland's guitar search
Sabaton guitarist Chris Rorland has spent years searching for a guitar that felt 100% right.
“I never found a guitar that felt 110% right for me”
Jackson signature guitar
Jackson released Chris Rorland's first signature guitar model after four years on their artist roster.
Key features
The guitar includes seven strings, EMG 81-7H and 85-7H pickups, a Floyd Rose tremolo, and a 26.5-inch scale length.
Design improvements
The volume knob was moved closer to the neck for easier access and the toggle selector switch was positioned for mid-solo switching with the middle finger.
Rorland's requirements
Rorland wanted a guitar that is effortless to play, stays in tune, and is built for the stage with precise, aggressive, and reliable performance.
“It's precise, aggressive and reliable - a guitar that doesn't fight you”
Jackson's perspective
Jackson VP of Product Jon Romanowski said Chris Rorland's playing is precise, technical, and powerful, connecting with audiences immediately.
“Chris represents exactly the kind of player who makes sense for Jackson”
At a glance
Sabaton guitarist Chris Rorland chose Jackson's SL7 Soloist guitar after years of searching for a guitar that felt 100% right.
