Fender and Jackson Launch Special Instruments for Iron Maiden’s 50th Anniversary
To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the legendary band Iron Maiden, Fender and Jackson have announced a new line of signature instruments. These guitars and basses reflect the iconic sound and aesthetic associated with the band. The instruments are designed to honor the most emblematic members of the group while celebrating five decades of riffs, solos, and performances that have influenced generations.
Dave Murray Stratocaster 50th Anniversary
The production version of the Dave Murray Stratocaster 50th Anniversary retains the key elements associated with the guitarist while offering a more accessible option. This model comes equipped with three Seymour Duncan pickups (Hot Rails and JB Jr.), ensuring a robust drive and the quick response characteristic of Murray’s playing style. The Floyd Rose R2 double-locking bridge enhances stability for extreme whammy bar use, maintaining tuning even under intense play.
Featuring an alder body, a black finish, and a rosewood fingerboard, this guitar combines classic aesthetics with modern practicality. It is designed for players of metal, hard rock, and technically demanding styles—while ensuring comfort and versatility.
Janick Gers Stratocaster 50th Anniversary
The Janick Gers Stratocaster 50th Anniversary captures the intensity and irreverence of the guitarist, who is known for his explosive movements on stage. The instrument features a vintage scale radius of 7.25 inches, traditional high vintage frets, and Seymour Duncan JB Jr. pickups in both the bridge and neck positions, ensuring an aggressive attack and pronounced midrange frequencies.
The vintage-style tremolo bridge provides a traditional feel, while the black finish and commemorative neck plate enhance the 50th-anniversary aesthetic. This guitar is the most “old school” model in the collection—ideal for those seeking quick response, sensitive dynamics, and classic British rock crunch.
Adrian Smith Jackson American Series Signature SC1
As anticipated, Adrian Smith’s model is the most modern and versatile in the collection. The Jackson American Series Signature SC1 50th Anniversary features an alder body, a reinforced maple neck, and a compound radius fretboard ranging from 12 inches to 16 inches, allowing for articulated riffs and high-speed solos.
The bridge pickup is a DiMarzio Super Distortion, noted for its punch and sustain, while the neck and middle pickups are Fender Noiseless Sumerian Cobalt, broadening the range of clean and crunchy tones. The double-locking Floyd Rose bridge completes the package, preparing the guitar for any stage demands. It is the definitive choice for those seeking sound breadth, modernity, and precision.
Steve Harris Precision Bass 50th Anniversary
Steve Harris’s signature bass celebrates the aesthetic and firm attack that have defined Iron Maiden’s rhythmic identity. This model features a maple body and neck, a Satin Black finish, and a specially adjusted split-coil P Bass pickup that delivers strong mids and controlled lows.
Equipped with a vintage-style Precision bridge and Rotosound Signature flat-wound strings, this instrument produces Harris’s unmistakable, percussive metallic tone. The signature on the headstock and the commemorative plate enhance the historical significance of the model. It is a robust, straightforward bass designed for musicians who value presence, attack, and stability—a true tribute to the heart of Iron Maiden.
The guitars are priced at US$ 1,799.99, excluding any taxes and fees. The bass is available for US$ 1,699.99, also excluding taxes and fees.
Faithful Inspiration to the Legacy—And Real Functionality
According to the product director at FMIC, the instruments are not merely stage replicas or collector’s items. The intention is for each model to deliver “the tone, feel, and power behind the multi-guitar attack of Iron Maiden”—meaning that they should sound and play like professional instruments, ready for studio and live performances.
The collaboration with the band’s historic guitarists and bassist ensured that every detail—from pickups to finish and ergonomics—reflects the style and performance requirements of these musicians.
