Jackson American Series Soloist SL2 DX Electric Guitar Lemon Ice
Same shredding DNA as the black Soloist, now in sunburst. American-made through-body construction, dual humbuckers, and a slim neck profile make this ideal for speed-focused metal and hard rock players.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Through-body maple neck ensures excellent sustain and fret access above the 17th fret
- +Hot dual humbuckers pack the aggression needed for modern metal
- +Quality fretwork and finish justify the high-end price
- +Striking lemon burst finish stands out on stage and in the studio
Cons
- −High price point ($2,570) limits accessibility for budget players
- −Sharp angular design sacrifices sitting comfort for visual aggression
- −Pickup voicing may be too hot for vintage-leaning tones
The Verdict
The Jackson Soloist SL2 DX in Lemon Burst is essentially identical to the black version — same American-made through-body construction, dual humbuckers, and slim neck profile tuned for speed-focused metal and hard rock playing. The primary difference is visual: the striking sunburst finish makes this a standout on stage.
The through-body maple neck is the foundation of the platform’s appeal: exceptional sustain, tuning stability, and upper-fret access beyond the 17th fret justify the premium pricing. Jackson’s American manufacturing ensures consistent fretwork and hardware quality. The dual humbuckers deliver aggressive, responsive high-gain tone without sacrificing articulation or note definition. Build quality throughout is professional-grade, and the Lemon Burst finish is genuinely striking.
The drawbacks are identical to the black version: the $2,570 price tag limits accessibility, the angular body design sacrifices sitting comfort for stage presence, and the hot humbucker voicing benefits from careful amp pairing to avoid shrillness in extreme gain settings. This is a specialized instrument for speed-oriented players who’ve identified the Soloist platform as their ideal tool and want the visual impact of the Lemon Burst finish. The Killer score reflects its technical prowess and professional construction, though it remains a specialized shredder’s tool rather than a universally adaptable platform.
