The champagne finish will certainly draw some eyes, and this one seemed to have more of a sparkle than the previous version I saw. No scratches, dents, or any sign of defect on the lovely nitrocellulose finish. Upper fret access isn’t an issue, it’s just not as easy as on the Juno. Though I’m sure the different, less-exaggerated lower horn cut contributed to that. Perhaps it was just the way the larger body sits. Personally, this guitar didn’t feel quite as fast up and down the neck as their Juno model, though I’m not sure there is any spec’d difference. The C-shaped neck is welcoming and the 25″ scale length sits comfortably between Fender and Gibson, much like a PRS. The locking tuners have been consistently great across all three Harmony guitars that I have reviewed here. I found the fret work, action, and tuning stability all well above average on this Jupiter. Chords ring out clear and there is a decent amount of sustain, though not nearly as much as your typical archtop-LP style guitar. When played clean, the Jupiter easily jumps between U2-like arpeggios and Beatles-style jangle. Layers of fuzz only make the Jupiter more fun, and this is a guitar I’d love to take on stage if I was a player who relied on fuzzed out tones often. Harmony’s Jupiter has that distinct garage rock sound, and could easily find its way into the hands of the next alt-rock guitar hero. The Jupiter pushed my Vox AC15 into a nice crunch, though nothing as crazy as a PAF-style humbucker would. I love the gold foil humbuckers, they’re clear, snappy, and sound great with overdrive. The good news? Harmony’s Jupiter sounds killer, just like the Rebel. I’m sure the most fine tuned ear could argue that the single cut away shape makes a difference. To be honest, the Jupiter has the same electronics as the Harmony Rebel and basically sounds the same. More locking tuners, dot inlays, and plenty of vintage vibes round out the premium features on this USA-made LP. Basically, it looks like a Tele bridge cut in half, giving it both a familiar and unique look. The Jupiter also features their half-bridge system, with adjustable saddles. The cupcake knobs, one for volume and one for tone, contrast the dark body finish nicely. Those same gold foil humbuckers are also loaded onto this equally simple electric guitar. A Mahogany neck and Ebony fretboard holds 22 medium-jumbo frets, a 25″ scale length, and C-shaped profile, just like their Rebel guitar. Like their other models, the Jupiter features a Mahogany body with a Nitro finish. This flat top, Les Paul shaped guitar has recently been re-popularized by Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys. Cost: $1299.00, learn more here or find your own on !Ĭheck out my UG “shot” where I share some sounds and thoughts on the Jupiter!Īnother huge thanks to Ben and Bandlab Technologies, their support by loaning these guitars for review is what keeps this site going!Īnother popular model from Harmony Guitars, the Jupiter is slightly reminiscent of their vintage Stratotone guitar.
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