Jackson Guitars, an esteemed name in the music industry, is teaming up with Blizzard Entertainment to commemorate the launch of Diablo IV. The culmination of this novel collaboration is the unveiling of the Limited Edition Jackson Diablo IV Kelly guitar, a masterpiece crafted under the guidance of Pasquale Campolattano, Jackson’s Principal Master Builder. The limited-edition model has been meticulously designed to capture the hearts of both action role-playing game enthusiasts and music aficionados.
A Perfect Union: Jackson and Diablo IV
This collaboration represents a beautiful blend of two worlds—music and gaming. The proposition for the project was an exciting opportunity for Jackson, enabling them to work closely with the creative minds behind Diablo, a widely admired game series.
Pasquale Campolattano, Principal Master Builder at Jackson, shed light on their creative process: “Our goal was to create a design that resonated with fans and the game creators themselves. We immersed ourselves in the game’s lore and breathtaking artwork. The dark, bold design exudes pure metal and pays homage to the game’s essence. The ‘IV’ and ‘Rune’ symbols as fretboard inlays add an extra touch of menace, culminating in a commanding guitar suitable for any stage.”
Visualizing Diablo through the Jackson Diablo IV Kelly
Joseph Piepiora, Associate Game Director of Diablo IV, describes the Jackson Diablo IV Kelly as a guitar that embodies Diablo. It is thick, heavy, and explicitly designed to bring darkness to life and symbolize the beauty in destruction. John Mueller, Art Director for Diablo IV, further lauds the design, highlighting the symbolic portrayal of Lilith on the guitar, coupled with the use of red splashes and runic symbols as an exceptional representation of the Diablo IV universe.
Design and Inspiration: Behind the Jackson Diablo IV Kelly
Campolattano drew inspiration from his favorite in-game characters and the rich history and lore of Diablo. The Jackson Diablo IV Kelly is a unique fusion of Diablo’s symbols and the musical excellence that Jackson guitars represent.
Key Design Features
The guitar boasts a series of notable features including a hand-painted “Lilithgram” Demon Blood Drip finish, custom “IV” and “Rune” fingerboard inlays, and other distinct elements. These features include:
- Genuine Mahogany body
- Quartersawn Maple neck through design
- Hand shaped custom heel contour
- Ebony fingerboard with “IV” and “Rune” custom inlays
- Stainless Steel Frets
- Hand painted “Lilithgram” Demon Blood Drip finish
- Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side markers
- Dual Active EMG Humbucker Pickups
- G&G Custom Diablo Case included
The Jackson Diablo IV Kelly: Availability
This limited edition guitar will be available in select quantities across the US, EMEA, and APAC regions. Prospective buyers are advised to contact their Jackson Custom Shop Dealer for purchases.
In conclusion, the Jackson Diablo IV Kelly is a perfect melding of Diablo’s iconic imagery and Jackson’s signature style, making it a unique offering for fans of both the game and the music world.
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows
