Jet Guitars at Legends Music
Built with quality components at an accessible price, this Slovenian-designed brand has quickly earned a following in the guitar world.
About Jet Guitars
Jet set out to do one thing well: deliver professional-grade features at prices regular players can afford. Their models span everything from classic vintage-inspired designs to more modern configurations. You can explore the full brand range at the official Jet Guitars website.
Despite being relatively new to the market, Jet has already built a loyal following. Musicians appreciate that these guitars offer vintage to modern spec without the hefty price tag. These guitars hold their own whether you are noodling at home or gigging on the weekend.
We stock them at Legends Music because they offer real value. And because customers keep coming in and asking for them.
What Sets Jet Guitars Apart?
Jet Guitars have a few key features that make them worth considering, whether you are buying your first guitar or your tenth.
1. Value for Money
Price matters. Jet Guitars are built to deliver quality at an affordable price. Players regularly comment that they feel and sound like instruments costing two or three times as much.
Materials. Body construction starts with tonewoods that undergo a careful selection and drying process. This attention to detail ensures stability and tonal performance from day one.
Roasted maple necks. The roasting process stabilises the wood, improving tuning stability and resistance to humidity and temperature changes. It also gives that aged look without any tint or stain.
Hand-wound pickups. Hand winding increases clarity, improves treble response, and offers greater dynamic sensitivity compared to perfectly uniform machine-wound pickups.
Bone nuts. Bone is dense and naturally self-lubricating, which means strings move freely through the slots without binding. This improves tuning stability, especially when using a tremolo or bending notes hard. The density also transfers vibration more efficiently from the strings to the neck, adding resonance and sustain. Bone is hard and wears slowly, so it holds up over years of playing. It is the traditional choice for higher-end instruments.
Fretboard materials. Rosewood, ebony, or maple are used depending on the model. Each brings its own tone and look.
These are the kinds of features you expect to see on more expensive guitars.
2. Looks and Feel
Jet blends vintage-style looks with modern playability. Whether you lean towards single-cut or double-cut designs, there is something in the range.
The colours. Jet has a knack for getting vintage shades right. Take the JS-400 CRD Coral Red, for instance. Or the JT-350 in sunburst. These are finishes from the golden era, done properly and with respect to the originals.
Jet JS-400 CRD electric guitar at Legends Music Dubbo
Jet JT-350 Sunburst electric guitar at Legends Music Dubbo
Modern touches. Slimmer neck profiles, hardware that works, and good access to the upper frets. These guitars handle rock, blues, jazz, metal, whatever you throw at them.
Playability
The feedback we hear most often is how comfortable these guitars are to play. Many have "fast" necks, which just means they are thinner and easier to move around on.
Jet also pays attention to things like action and weight balance. Reliable and responsive hardware and quality tonewoods throughout. Balanced and comfortable, these guitars play well and sound great on stage.
Sound
For the money, Jet Guitars deliver a surprisingly wide tonal range. The pickups handle everything from clean, articulate notes to thick, driven rhythms. Blues, rock, metal, pop, whatever you play, these guitars cover the ground.
Jet Guitar Models at Legends Music
We carry a deep range of Jet's top-selling models. Here is what we have on the floor right now at 118 Macquarie Street, Dubbo.
JT-300 Series (T-Style)
The JT-300 is Jet's take on the classic T-style guitar. Single-coil pickups give you that Tele twang, which works for country, rock, and blues. Available with maple or rosewood fretboards depending on whether you want a brighter or warmer response.
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JT-300 Blonde with maple fretboard – $499 Jet JT-300 Blonde T-style guitar at Legends Music
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JT-350 Relic SB with thin nitro finish and light distressing – $999 Jet JT-350 Relic SB sunburst guitar at Legends Music- Pictured above
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JT-300 Shell Pink with rosewood fretboard and roasted maple neck – $499
JS-400 Series (S-Style)
The JS-400 is an S-style guitar with some modern updates. It has a humbucker in the bridge for thicker tones and single-coils in the middle and neck for cleaner sounds. Good range of tones from one guitar.
Features include a master volume and tone, two-point tremolo, and a contoured neck heel for easier access to the higher frets.
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JS-400 Coral Red – RRP $529 - Jet JS-400 Coral Red S-style guitar at Legends Music. Pictured above
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JS-400 Shell Pink – RRP $549 Jet JS-400 Shell Pink S-style guitar at Legends Music.
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JS40 Elite Metallic Blue with roasted maple neck – RRP $1499 Jet JS40 Elite Metallic Blue guitar at Legends Music
JL-500 Series (LP-Style)
For players who like single-cut designs, the JL-500 series gives you that LP-style look and feel. Dual humbuckers deliver warmth and sustain for solos and rhythm work.
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JL-500 Black/Gold – RRP $1199 Jet JL-500 Black Gold LP-style guitar at Old Bank Music
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JL-500 Vintage Yellow – RRP $1199 Jet JL-500 Vintage Yellow LP-style guitar at Old Bank Music
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JL-500 Gold Top – RRP $949 Jet JL-500 Gold Top LP-style guitar at Old Bank Music
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JL-500 Heritage Cherry – RRP $949 Jet JL-500 Heritage Cherry LP-style guitar at Old Bank Music
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JL-500 Lemon Burst – RRP $949 Jet JL-500 Lemon Burst LP-style guitar at Old Bank Music
All have mahogany bodies, set necks, and hand-wound pickups.
Why Jet Guitars Work for Beginners
New players often struggle to find something affordable that still plays well. Jet hits that mark. Comfortable necks, good action, no corners cut on materials.
If you are starting out, you want a guitar that works with you, not against you. These do that. They are also lightweight and ergonomic, which helps for younger players or anyone not used to holding a guitar for long periods.
![Young player with Jet guitar at Old Bank Music]
![Beginner guitar lesson at Old Bank Music Dubbo]
Who These Guitars Are For
Your first guitar. Something reliable that stays in tune and feels right in your hands.
A second guitar. Most people don't have a dedicated rehearsal space. Keep one at home and one where you practice. No more lugging gear around.
Rehearsal room guitar. Bands are rough on equipment. At this price, you do not need to stress about it.
Trying something new. Always played humbuckers? Grab a JT-300 and see what single-coils sound like. Never owned an LP-style? The JL-500 Heritage Cherry is an easy way in. From $499, it is a low-risk way to figure out what you actually like.
Weekend gigging. Reliable, sounds good, and if it gets knocked over at the pub, you are not staring down a four-figure repair bill.
Gift for a young player. Real wood, real pickups, real guitar. Not a cheap starter pack that will need upgrading in six months.
The Perfect Partner for Your Jet Guitar
MAMMOTH WOOLYG PREMIUM ELECTRIC GUITAR GIGBAG – $129
A quality guitar deserves a quality case. The Wooly G, from Mammoth Gear, is built to protect your Jet with a rugged 1680-denier nylon exterior that repels moisture and contaminants. Thick padding, heavy-duty zippers, and padded backpack straps keep your guitar safe from home to rehearsal to stage.
Available in-store now at 118 Macquarie Street, Dubbo.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I try Jet Guitars in Dubbo?
All Jet Guitars models are available to try in person at Old Bank Music, 118 Macquarie Street, Dubbo. We have the full range of T-style, S-style, and LP-style models on the floor, ready to play. Our team can help you find the right fit for your playing style and budget.
What is a roasted maple neck?
Roasted maple is maple that has been heat-treated to remove moisture and oils from the wood. This process stabilises the neck, making it more resistant to humidity and temperature changes. It improves tuning stability and gives the wood an aged look without any tint or stain. It is a feature typically found on much more expensive guitars.
Are Jet Guitars good for beginners?
Yes. Jet Guitars offer comfortable neck profiles, good action straight out of the box, and quality materials that stay in tune. Beginners get a real guitar with professional-grade features at an entry-level price, which means they don't have to fight the instrument to get a good sound. That makes a big difference when you are starting out.
Does Jet make higher-end models?
Yes. Alongside their excellent entry-level and mid-range guitars, Jet offers an Elite series with upgraded specifications. At Old Bank Music, we stock the JS40 Elite Metallic Blue (S-style) and the JT30 Elite Gold (featuring P90 pickups and a semi-hollow design). These models represent the top of Jet's range at $1499, featuring premium build quality and materials that compete with instruments at much higher price points.
What is the price range for Jet Guitars at Old Bank Music?
Jet Guitars at Old Bank Music range from $499 for models like the JT-300 Blonde up to $1499 for the JS40 Elite and JT30 Elite. The JL-500 series ranges from $949 to $1199 depending on the finish. We have options across the price spectrum, all offering strong value for money.
Do you have the Mammoth Wooly G guitar bags in stock?
Yes. The Mammoth Wooly G Premium Electric Guitar Gigbag is available in-store for $129. It is the perfect partner for your Jet Guitar, with rugged 1680-denier nylon exterior, thick padding, and padded backpack straps.
Old Bank Music, Dubbo
We are proud to carry Jet Guitars at our shop. Whether you are after your first guitar or adding another to the collection, these are worth a look.
Come in and try them at 118 Macquarie Street, Dubbo. Our team can answer questions and help you find what works for you. No pressure, just guitars.
Old Bank Music
118 Macquarie Street, Dubbo
Open Monday to Saturday