Marty Friedman’s Virtuoso-Worthy Axe
Whether it’s with thrash legends Megadeth, with the speed metal shred tour de force Cacophony, or within his solo compositions, Marty Friedman’s blazing-fast, exotic-sounding fretwork is instantly recognizable. The Jackson Pro Series Signature Marty Friedman MF-1 is a solidbody electric guitar that’s more than worthy of its namesake. With its attention-grabbing, shattered-mirror top, this axe’s single-cut mahogany body resonates beautifully, while EMG MF Signature pickups churn out classic passive humbucker tones with a modern kick. A slick ebony-capped mahogany neck ensures fast playability, while through-body construction yields out-of-this-world sustain. The Signature Marty Friedman MF-1 features top-flight hardware, including a TOM-style adjustable bridge and rock-solid locking tuners.
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EMG MF Signature humbuckers elicit evil thrills
Marty Friedman’s virtuoso-level playing demands virtuoso-worthy tone. That’s why the Pro Series Signature Marty Friedman MF-1 comes armed with twin EMG MF Signature pickups. These passive humbuckers have Alnico V magnets, along with custom windings and bobbins, to deliver enough punch and power to take you to the saturation point — and beyond. “When I heard this pickup, I knew it was ‘the one’ because it made me want to keep playing and never stop,” says Marty. “This is my sound — I’m glad EMG took the time to get it right.” And now, thanks to the EMG-equipped Signature Marty Friedman MF-1, this sound can be yours too.
Fast-playing ebony fingerboard with jumbo frets
The Jackson Pro Series Signature Marty Friedman MF-1’s mahogany neck feels furiously fast. This solidbody electric guitar’s slick-playing 12-inch-radius ebony fingerboard includes 22 jumbo nickel frets with traditional-looking pearloid block inlays. It also boasts a 24.75-inch scale, which facilitates effortless bends and a rich, warm tone. Whether you’re churning out cacophonous arpeggiated chords or ripping through exotic scales, this take-no-prisoners axe is a smooth-playing shred machine.
Through-body mahogany neck delivers epic sustain
From headstock to strap button, the Pro Series Signature Marty Friedman MF-1 is set up for monumental sustain. First, there’s its through-body mahogany neck, which keeps your strings humming intensely with every note. What’s more, a TOM-style adjustable bridge and anchored tailpiece provide excellent vibration transfer between the guitar’s strings and its body. The guitarists here at Sweetwater appreciate how the Signature Marty Friedman MF-1 enables your notes to last for what seems like forever.
Jackson Pro Series Signature Marty Friedman MF-1 Features:
- Solidbody electric guitar loaded with Marty Friedman–preferred features
- Resonant single-cut mahogany body with attention-grabbing shattered mirror top
- EMG MF Signature pickups churn out classic passive humbucker tones with a modern kick
- Comfortable mahogany neck with fast-playing ebony fingerboard
- Through-body construction yields out-of-this-world sustain
- TOM-style adjustable bridge and anchored tailpiece provide excellent vibration transfer
- Rock-solid sealed die-cast locking tuners
- Traditional pearloid block fingerboard inlays and aggressive-looking black hardware
