Jackson X Series Kelly KEX electric guitar, Lime Green Metallic, Laurel fingerboard

Jackson Kelly KEX for Metal and Rock Players

The X Series Kelly KEX is a solidbody electric guitar built with a poplar body and a neck-through construction that has been a Jackson signature since 1980. Its offset angular shape and speed-oriented neck profile suit players who want aggressive styling and fast playability. Two Jackson high-output humbucking pickups deliver the full, rich tone and heavy overdrive suited to metal and rock genres.

Upgrade from Standard Tremolo and Bolt-On Necks

The Floyd Rose locking tremolo replaces a conventional vibrato system, giving tuning stability during heavy dive-bombs and whammy-bar work. Graphite reinforcement rods alongside the truss rod add neck rigidity that a standard bolt-on design without reinforcement cannot match. The jump is worth it when you need reliable tuning under extreme tremolo use and a neck that resists warp over time.

Poplar Body and Laurel Fingerboard Headroom

The poplar body and laurel fingerboard combination handles high-gain rhythms and sustained leads comfortably, keeping the sound tight and articulate. Output drops off when cleaner, vintage-style tones or extended low tunings beyond the guitar's standard range are required. The lime green metallic finish adds visual impact without affecting the tonal envelope.