The Jackson Pro Plus Series Signature Misha Mansoor Juggernaut ET6 and HT6 represent a pinnacle achievement in modern metal guitar craftsmanship, delivering exceptional performance capabilities wrapped in an aesthetically striking package.
Available with Hard Tail or EverTune® F6 bridge.

Technical Specifications

• Body: Basswood with maple top
• Neck: Caramelized maple, bolt-on construction with graphite reinforcement
• Fingerboard: Caramelized maple with black dot inlays
• Scale Length: 25.5″ (648mm)
• Fingerboard Radius: 20″ compound radius (16″-20″)
• Frets: 24 jumbo frets
• Neck Profile: Custom Misha Mansoor ultra-thin profile
• Hardware: Black nickel
• Bridge: Hipshot 6-string fixed bridge
• EverTune® F6 bridge
• Pickups: Bare Knuckle Ragnarok humbuckers (Misha Mansoor signature)
• Controls: Volume, tone with push-pull coil split, 5-way blade switch
• Tuners: Gotoh MG-T locking machines
• Finish Options: Satin Primer Gray, Satin Blue Frost

Performance Features

The Juggernaut delivers exceptional playability through its meticulously designed neck profile – slightly thinner than typical Jackson necks with a silky-smooth caramelized maple finish. The compound radius fingerboard transitions seamlessly from 16″ near the nut to 20″ at the upper frets, providing comfortable chord work in lower positions and effortless lead playing higher up.

The caramelization process applied to both neck and fingerboard not only enhances stability but offers remarkable tonal benefits, adding warmth to the guitar’s fundamental character while maintaining exceptional note definition.

Tonal Versatility

The signature Bare Knuckle Ragnarok humbuckers represent perfect synergy between Misha Mansoor’s tonal vision and pickup engineering excellence. These pickups deliver crushing high-gain articulation with remarkable string separation, but show their versatility through the well-implemented coil-splitting function.

When activated via the push-pull tone pot, players access surprisingly musical single-coil tones that complement the 5-way switching system perfectly. The middle position delivers that elusive “glassy quack” that’s typically absent from metal-oriented instruments, making this guitar significantly more versatile than appearances might suggest.

Build Quality & Hardware

The Pro Plus Series maintains exceptional quality control standards, with immaculate fretwork, precise routing, and flawless finishes. The Hipshot fixed bridge provides rock-solid tuning stability with comfortable palm-muting ergonomics – a critical consideration for progressive metal applications.

The EverTune® F6 bridge is a revolutionary, patented, all-mechanical guitar bridge system designed for 6-string Stratocaster-style guitars. Its core function is to maintain constant tension on each individual string, ensuring your guitar stays in perfect tune indefinitely, regardless of playing intensity, temperature or humidity changes.  

Here’s a breakdown of its key features and benefits:

Unwavering Tuning Stability: Once set, the F6 bridge keeps your guitar in tune, eliminating the frustration of constant retuning during recording sessions, live performances, or even practice.

Perfect Intonation Across the Fretboard: By maintaining consistent string tension, the EverTune system ensures accurate intonation at every fret. This is particularly beneficial in the upper registers, where notes on conventional guitars can often sound sharp due to varying finger pressure.  

Consistent Tone: The constant tension also contributes to a more consistent and stable tone, which is invaluable for studio work where seamless overdubs are crucial.

Enhanced Playability: Players can focus solely on their performance without the distraction of tuning issues. The bridge still allows for expressive techniques like vibrato and string bending.  

Customizable String Bending: Each saddle on the F6 bridge can be individually adjusted to control the amount of pitch change when bending strings. This allows for a setup where some strings remain fixed in pitch even with aggressive playing, while others bend normally.

Road-Ready Reliability: The mechanical nature of the EverTune system, relying on physics and springs rather than electronics, makes it a dependable and maintenance-free solution for touring musicians who face constantly changing environments.  

Easy Setup (Once Understood): While the initial setup might seem different from a traditional bridge, it becomes straightforward with an understanding of the “zones” within the EverTune system. Adjustments for intonation and action are generally less frequent than with conventional bridges, especially when string gauges and tunings remain consistent.

Durable Construction: Built with high-quality materials, the EverTune F6 is designed for long-lasting performance and reliability.

In essence, the EverTune® F6 bridge offers guitarists unparalleled tuning stability and intonation accuracy, providing a significant advantage for both studio recording and live performance.   Sources and related content.

Gotoh locking tuners ensure precise tuning accuracy and quick string changes, while the graphite-reinforced neck construction delivers exceptional stability even under challenging environmental conditions.

Player Experience

What truly distinguishes the Juggernaut is how it disappears in your hands during performance. The ergonomic body contours, perfectly balanced weight distribution, and responsive feel create an instrument that becomes an extension of your musical expression rather than an obstacle to it.

The neck heel contouring provides unimpeded access to upper registers, and the overall setup accommodates everything from delicate clean passages to aggressive rhythmic playing without compromise.

Value?

While positioned in Jackson’s mid price tier, the Juggernaut delivers exceptional value through its professional-grade components, meticulous construction, and versatile sound palette. For musicians seeking a high-performance instrument capable of handling modern progressive metal without sacrificing tonal flexibility, this signature model represents a compelling investment.

When compared to similar boutique offerings, the Juggernauts hold theirs own in terms of playability and sonic capability while maintaining accessibility for serious players who demand professional-grade tools.