Jet Guitars JS-400 BK G in Black and Gold
The "Tuxedo" Shredder
At Town Center Music, we believe that an instrument should be as visually inspiring as it is tonally versatile. The Jet Guitars JS-400 BK G is the embodiment of that belief. Known colloquially as the "Tuxedo" model due to its high-gloss black finish and opulent gold hardware, this guitar stands out in a sea of standard S-style instruments. However, the JS-400 BK G is far more than just a showpiece. It is a precision-engineered HSS (Humbucker-Single-Single) machine designed for the modern guitarist who demands stability, speed, and a wide palette of professional tones.
Whether you are a student in Suwanee looking for an inspiring first guitar or a seasoned professional needing a reliable, high-performance workhorse, the JS-400 BK G delivers boutique specifications that once seemed impossible at this price point.
HSS Versatility: The Sonic Swiss Army Knife
The heart of the JS-400 BK G’s appeal is its HSS pickup configuration. While traditional single-coil bridge pickups have their place, they can often lack the "muscle" required for contemporary rock and lead playing. Jet has addressed this by equipping the JS-400 with a custom-voiced ceramic bridge humbucker. Finished with a gold cover to match the hardware, this humbucker provides a thick, punchy midrange and aggressive output that thrives under high-gain settings.
When you need classic chime, the two ceramic single-coil pickups in the neck and middle positions provide the crystalline clarity and percussive "quack" that defined the golden age of electric guitar. With the 5-way selector switch, you can travel from liquid-smooth blues leads to funky out-of-phase textures and finally to a roaring rock crunch with a single click. It is, quite literally, the only guitar you’ll need for a three-set gig.
Modern Engineering: The Polymer Fiber Nut Update
Reliability is a core pillar of the Jet Guitars philosophy. For the 2025 and 2026 model years, Jet has implemented a high-performance polymer fiber nut as a standard spec. At Town Center Music, we recognize this as a game-changer for tuning stability. Unlike traditional plastic nuts, which can cause strings to "catch" and slip out of tune, this specialized polymer is self-lubricating and incredibly dense.
This allows the strings to glide effortlessly through the slots, which is especially critical when using the vintage-style synchronized tremolo. Whether you are adding a subtle shimmer to a chord or performing expressive pitch bends, the polymer fiber nut ensures your guitar returns to pitch with surgical precision. It’s a professional-grade detail that ensures you spend more time playing and less time reaching for your tuner.
Exotic Comfort: Roasted Canadian Maple Neck
The standout feature that has put Jet Guitars on the map is the Roasted Canadian Maple neck. Roasting, or torrefaction, is a thermal treatment process that removes moisture and organic impurities from the wood. This results in a neck that is significantly more stable and resistant to the humidity fluctuations common in the North Georgia area. For our local Suwanee customers, this means a neck that stays "true" through the changing seasons.
The roasting process also gives the maple a gorgeous, dark caramel hue and a silky, satin feel that eliminates the "sticky" sensation found on gloss-finished necks. Carved into a comfortable Modern "C" profile with a 9.5-inch radius, the neck feels fast, ergonomic, and remarkably high-end. Paired with 22 meticulously finished frets, the JS-400 BK G offers a playing experience that rivals instruments three times its price.
Premium Build and Elegant Design
The JS-400 BK G is built on a solid basswood body, a tonewood prized for its lightweight comfort and balanced frequency response. The deep belly and forearm contours allow the guitar to sit naturally against the body, making it an excellent choice for long rehearsals or high-energy performances. The gloss black finish provides a deep, mirror-like backdrop that makes the gold hardware—from the bridge to the tuning machines—truly pop under stage lights.
The gold high-ratio tuners are smooth and precise, while the gold-covered humbucker adds a touch of class usually reserved for vintage "Custom" models. Every detail of the JS-400 BK G is designed to make the player feel like they are holding something special.
Why Buy Your Jet JS-400 from Town Center Music?
As an authorized Jet dealer, Town Center Music is dedicated to providing more than just a box. We are your local gear partners. Every Jet JS-400 BK G in our inventory is stored in a climate-controlled showroom and undergoes a multi-point inspection & setup (a $75 value, FEE!) by our expert staff. We ensure the polymer nut is cut perfectly, the electronics are quiet, and the gold hardware is flawless before it ever reaches your hands.
Are you ready to make a statement? Experience the "Tuxedo" elegance and HSS power of the Jet JS-400 BK G. Visit our Suwanee, GA showroom or order online today from Town Center Music!
