Epiphone Joan Jett Olympic Special Electric Guitar - Vintage Sunburst

Joan Jett built her career by forging her own musical path, and the Epiphone Joan Jett Olympic Special electric guitar brings that same independence to a lean, stage-ready instrument with nothing unnecessary in the way. Inspired by her original Olympic Special, it pairs a lightweight asymmetrical double-cutaway mahogany body with a glued-in mahogany neck, 24.75" scale and rosewood fingerboard. A single bridge-position PowerHammer ProBucker pickup feeds one CTS master volume and an on/off toggle for instantaneous kill-switch effects, keeping attack, dynamics and decisive rhythmic cuts at the center of the playing experience. Finished in Vintage Sunburst with a Double Classic White pickup cover and Jett’s gold signature on the rear of the headstock, this is a focused rock guitar made for players who want to plug in, turn up and be heard on their own terms.

Compact Olympic Body and Set Neck Keep It Responsive

The Olympic’s lightweight asymmetrical double-cutaway body keeps the instrument close to the player and leaves the upper register open for lead work. Mahogany construction gives the body a solid foundation, while the glued-in mahogany neck uses an Olympic Special profile and 24.75" scale for a compact, familiar feel. The rosewood fingerboard carries 22 medium-jumbo frets, a 12" radius and pearloid dot inlays, creating a straightforward playing surface for power chords, driving rhythm parts and quick melodic movement.

PowerHammer ProBucker Keeps the Signal Path Direct

Mounted at the bridge, the single PowerHammer ProBucker pickup puts the emphasis on a strong, unfiltered electric-guitar voice without a second pickup or tone circuit adding complexity. A CTS master volume covers the full level range from cleaned-up response to full output, topped by a black Speed knob with a rubber grip for confident adjustment. The on/off toggle can mute the pickup instantly, opening the door to sharp rhythmic cuts and kill-switch effects while preserving the immediacy of the one-pickup design.

Graph Tech Nut and MTB605 Bridge Support Reliable Setup

A Graph Tech nut, MTB605 bridge and die-cast tuners establish a practical hardware path from headstock to body. Nickel hardware keeps the presentation classic, while the set-neck construction and 24.75" scale place familiar proportions under the hands. With no binding and only the controls needed to adjust level or silence the pickup, the Olympic Special remains visually and functionally uncluttered, keeping attention on the player’s attack and the response of the amplifier.

Vintage Sunburst and Signature Details Complete the Package

Epiphone’s Vintage Gloss treatment gives the Vintage Sunburst finish a broken-in character that complements the compact Olympic shape, contrasted by black plastics, a Double Classic White pickup cover and the single rubber-grip Speed knob. A gold reproduction of Joan Jett’s signature appears on the rear of the headstock, adding a personal detail without crowding the front of the guitar. A custom premium gig bag protects the instrument between rehearsals and shows, while the included artist sticker set adds a collectible finishing touch for fans.

Channel Joan Jett’s Fearless Influence on Rock

From her breakthrough with The Runaways to decades fronting Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Joan Jett has become one of the most influential guitarists, songwriters and performers in rock. Her hard-driving rhythm work, direct songwriting and uncompromising stage presence have inspired generations of musicians, while her activism has carried that same independent spirit beyond the stage. The Olympic Special translates those qualities into a guitar that is spare, purposeful and ready to respond without distraction: one pickup, one volume control and an on/off toggle between the player and the amp. For fans and guitarists drawn to Jett’s fearless approach, the Epiphone Joan Jett Olympic Special offers a playable connection to her legacy and a direct platform for making a bold sound of their own.