Legendary metal guitarist Phil Demmel, known for his groundbreaking work with Machine Head, Vio-Lence, and Metal Allegiance, brings his signature style to the Pro Series Signature KV King V Polka Dot – a metal masterpiece engineered for explosive playing.
This limited-edition axe features a mahogany body and a three-piece through-body maple neck with graphite reinforcement, delivering the rock-solid stability needed for aggressive riffing and dive-bomb abuse. The bound ebony fingerboard boasts a 12”-16” compound radius, 24 jumbo frets, and classic pearloid sharkfin inlays, giving players the speed and precision demanded by modern thrash and shred.
At the heart of Demmel’s tone are active EMG 81 and 60 humbuckers, offering an aggressive attack with searing highs and harmonic clarity – the same sonic arsenal that has fueled countless modern metal anthems. Control is straightforward but versatile, with dual volume knobs and a three-way toggle to command every tonal shift.
Professional-grade hardware rounds out the build, including a Floyd Rose 1000 Series double-locking tremolo for pitch-perfect dives, Jackson dual-locking strap buttons for secure stage performance, and the unmistakable pointed 6-in-line headstock.
Visually, this King V makes a statement before you even strike a note: Demmel’s signature black-and-white polka dot finish, paired with sleek black hardware, ensures it’s as fearsome on stage as it is in sound. From technical thrash riffs to face-melting solos, the Jackson Pro Series Limited Edition Signature Phil Demmel KV King V is built to deliver the tone, playability, and attitude that modern metal demands.
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