# Joan Jett's signature guitar is back

> The Epiphone Olympic Special returns for the first time since 2022, celebrating four decades of rock and roll.
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- Summary: The Epiphone Olympic Special returns for the first time since 2022, celebrating four decades of rock and roll. Joan Jett's affordable signature guitar is…
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- Source: Guitar World — https://guitarworld.com/gear/electric-guitars/joan-jett-signature-epiphone-is-back-for-the-first-time-since-2022
- Published: 2026-09-18T13:57:53+00:00
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## Joan Jett's guitar returns
The Epiphone Olympic Special signature model is back for the first time since 2022, marking the 45th anniversaries of her albums Bad Reputation and I Love Rock N Roll.
## Built for rock and roll
The 2026 edition features a lightweight mahogany body, rosewood fretboard with 22 medium-jumbo frets, and a single PowerHammer ProBucker pickup for a no-frills, punk-ready sound.
## Simple controls, big attitude
The guitar strips away complexity with a single volume knob, a speed knob with rubber grip, and an on-off toggle switch for kill-switch capability.
## Jett's vision for guitarists
Jett wants everyone to feel fearless picking up a guitar. She believes anyone can play rock and roll authentically by owning who they are.

> I want girls and guys everywhere to be fearless about picking up a guitar. Anyone can play rock 'n' roll.
## Available now at $599
The Joan Jett signature Epiphone Olympic Special is priced at $599 and available in Vintage Sunburst finish.
## Key takeaway

Joan Jett's affordable signature guitar is designed to inspire anyone to pick up a guitar and play rock and roll fearlessly.