1980's Kramer JK 1000 Made by ESP! - Dimarzio Pickups - Original Floyd Rose Tremolo - Blue Metallic - Made in Japan - Pro Set Up! (Perfect frets/Action/Intonation) - Super Strat Shred Master Supreme!

$1,750.00 $1,980.00

1980's Kramer JK 1000

Made in Japan by the Kings of Japanese Metal Guitars, ESP

(MAD) in Neck Pocket & Neck
SN: N/A
8 lbs 3 oz's
Made in Japan
Comes in Original Leatherette Gig Bag
Pickups: KP-100
Nut Width: 1.60"
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 0.76"
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 0.85"
Bridge Spacing: 2.13"
Original Floyd Rose Tremelo (Made in Germany)

Comes with Vintage Leatherette Gig Bag (hard cases available for purchase separately)

Check Out the Demo Video!


$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. Including New Strings,  Perfect Intonation, Truss Rod Adjustment and Low Action Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!


A True Shred-Master Supreme Classic!

$$ Professionally setup for optimal tone and playability...Truly Stage or Studio Ready!  

(Including New Strings, Perfect Frets, Intonation, Truss Rod adjustment and Action)


BAD-ASS... There simply is no other way to describe this guitar. This Kramer JK 1000 has everything a player could dream of and more. Forget the visual, sexy appeal of the sleek, blue metallic finish on the body with a hot pink Dimarzio, this sweet monster is paired perfectly with a deep rosewood fingerboard that is comfortable and super fast thanks to the shred ready neck. Prepare to enter a trance as you rock out virtually any genre of music thanks to the Dimarzio pickups. These pickups are tone monsters and growl... add the original Floyd Rose Tremolo, and you have yourself one beast of a guitar. Presumably made in the 80's, this guitar is in excellent condition and looks like she was lovingly played with just a few light scratches above the bridge pickup, overall its super clean and there is only very minor play-wear. It is obviously stage worthy, but any stay at home rocker will also enjoy the vibes radiating from this baby. It has been professionally setup for optimal tone and playability and anxiously awaits the player who will take her out and let her rock!

SPECIFICATIONS:

Alder Body
Maple Neck
Rosewood Fretboard
25.5” Scale Length
22 Frets
Volume Control
Original Floyd Rose Tremolo
Dimarzio Pickups



A Kramer JK1000 with no serial number on the neck plate is likely a Japanese-made model from the 1980s, where some guitars, had blank or "factory blank" neck plates. The serial number might have been marked with a sticker on the plate, on the headstock, or not present at all. 

  • Blank plates: Some overseas-made plates, like those found on some JK series guitars, were intentionally made without a serial number stamp.
  • Stickers: The serial number may have been applied with a sticker that could have fallen off over time.
  • Headstock marking: Other models, particularly neck-thru guitars, had serial numbers on the headstock instead of the neck plate.

***

The "KRAMER JK 1000 MAD in neck pocket" refers to a vintage Kramer guitar that may have a "MAD" (or K1) marking in the neck pocket, which indicates it was made in Japan by the ESP factory for Kramer in the mid-1980s. This marking was used on some of the first JK-1000 models and signifies high-end manufacturing, often featuring an "ESP Brown Sound" pickup. 


Key characteristics

  • Origin: Made in Japan by ESP for Kramer.
  • Model: The JK-1000 is a high-end, 80s "hair metal" style guitar.
  • Markings: The "MAD" (or K1) marking is found on the neck pocket and neck heel of the first few models, suggesting it came from ESP's custom shop or artist relations department.
  • Features:
    • Single humbucker pickup
    • Original Floyd Rose tremolo
    • Made of high-quality materials, like Alder wood.
  • Artist association: These models are sometimes associated with Sammy Hagar, who can be seen using a similar model. 

This guitar is professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing or dead spots and is an absolute joy to play. It has been deep cleaned and detailed. All guitars will arrive looking and playing great. The frets have been leveled / dressed / polished and the fingerboard was cleaned. (Unfinished Rosewood and Ebony boards get treated with Fret Doctor - a proprietary all natural oil that is the best on the market) It has brand new strings, the action was adjusted, the intonation is spot on and it plays excellent. All the electronics work flawlessly.


**** We stand behind every guitar we sell and have consistently delivered quality that beats most people expectations, earning us a reputation for quality that is unrivaled. Simply put “good enough” is not good enough for The Guitar Dude’s standards. We try and make every guitar be at its absolute BEST to deliver on our promise. We take great pride in what we do and we are always trying our best. 


* Neck is perfectly straight and the truss rod works with no issues


* Intonation is spot-on


* It has been professionally set up with nice low action & new American made strings.


* If needed, the frets will be dressed leveled & crowned, but no matter what they come looking and shining like new with no divots.


* All frets are polished prior to shipping when they are set up - They will shine like new!

***Please note that international shipping prices listed are minimum quotes in some cases. Certain countries are more expensive and will require additional shipping costs. Express services such as UPS, DHL & FedEx are also available, Please contact me for a personalized quote.

About Us

The Guitar Dude is a THREE time NAMM Top 100 Dealer in the world  who has been selling some of the best guitars on the planet since 2009. Known for the most Killer Flame Top Gibson 1959 Les Pauls Reissues and classic Fender guitars of all eras. I make beautiful guitar porn, please follow me on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter. 

Often copied & imitated, but never duplicated.


Like what you see? Let me go to work for you.


I offer the best consignment sales on the planet! Find me online, just look for The Guitar Dude

For in-hand description, to propose a consignment sale or anything else please contact us 


I offer a super relaxed layaway plan on certain guitars, that can be custom built to fit your budget and needs. It can be extended beyond 45 days in certain situations. If you are interested in a layaway plan, please contact me for full details.


Terms For Returns & Re-Stocking Fee’s

We recognize and accept a 7 day return policy as per Reverb guidelines, BUT intentions of the return must be communicated in writing within 3 day of receiving the guitar as indicated by the tracking. Unless the guitar is not as described, ORIGINAL & RETURN SHIPPING COSTS WILL NOT BE REFUNDED. There is a 10% Re-stocking fee for ALL guitars that are returned for ANY reason outside of damage from shipping or it arrives significantly not as described. Please note that we record demo videos to make sure our guitars go out exactly as we describe them with zero issues. We understand that feeling comfortable is vital to the purchase of a guitar/bass so in any case, additional measurements or in hand descriptions are available prior to purchase/shipping. Thats said, guitars travel a great distance some times and in transit things can happen. Also guitars acclimate to new environments and this can cause a need for a new set up or minor adjustment. It is acceptable and normal if there is for instance a tiny bit of buzzing or the need to adjust a truss rod. We are in south Florida and if you are in a colder or less humid environment it is almost to be expected. Please read our feedback and see what our customers say. The guitar MUST BE RETURNED IN THE EXACT CONDITION it was advertised/received or it is subject to additional costs & or repair fees. We are not a big chain shop, I hope you understand. If you are uncomfortable with these terms please do not purchase. There are plenty big chain shops that can absorb free trials and shipping. 


Payment - Shipping - International orders - Import Duties


ALL ITEMS CAN BE SHIPPED INTERNATIONALLY. - BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL IMPORT DUTIES.

I accept many forms of payment including PayPal Credit & Affirm. I always pack extremely well and ship within the USA via UPS or Fedex, all packages are fully insured with tracking & signature confirmation.


1980's Kramer JK 1000

Made in Japan by the Kings of Japanese Metal Guitars, ESP

(MAD) in Neck Pocket & Neck
SN: N/A
8 lbs 3 oz's
Made in Japan
Comes in Original Leatherette Gig Bag
Pickups: KP-100
Nut Width: 1.60"
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 0.76"
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 0.85"
Bridge Spacing: 2.13"
Original Floyd Rose Tremelo (Made in Germany)

Comes with Vintage Leatherette Gig Bag (hard cases available for purchase separately)

Check Out the Demo Video!


$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. Including New Strings,  Perfect Intonation, Truss Rod Adjustment and Low Action Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!


A True Shred-Master Supreme Classic!

$$ Professionally setup for optimal tone and playability...Truly Stage or Studio Ready!  

(Including New Strings, Perfect Frets, Intonation, Truss Rod adjustment and Action)


BAD-ASS... There simply is no other way to describe this guitar. This Kramer JK 1000 has everything a player could dream of and more. Forget the visual, sexy appeal of the sleek, blue metallic finish on the body with a hot pink Dimarzio, this sweet monster is paired perfectly with a deep rosewood fingerboard that is comfortable and super fast thanks to the shred ready neck. Prepare to enter a trance as you rock out virtually any genre of music thanks to the Dimarzio pickups. These pickups are tone monsters and growl... add the original Floyd Rose Tremolo, and you have yourself one beast of a guitar. Presumably made in the 80's, this guitar is in excellent condition and looks like she was lovingly played with just a few light scratches above the bridge pickup, overall its super clean and there is only very minor play-wear. It is obviously stage worthy, but any stay at home rocker will also enjoy the vibes radiating from this baby. It has been professionally setup for optimal tone and playability and anxiously awaits the player who will take her out and let her rock!

SPECIFICATIONS:

Alder Body
Maple Neck
Rosewood Fretboard
25.5” Scale Length
22 Frets
Volume Control
Original Floyd Rose Tremolo
Dimarzio Pickups



A Kramer JK1000 with no serial number on the neck plate is likely a Japanese-made model from the 1980s, where some guitars, had blank or "factory blank" neck plates. The serial number might have been marked with a sticker on the plate, on the headstock, or not present at all. 

  • Blank plates: Some overseas-made plates, like those found on some JK series guitars, were intentionally made without a serial number stamp.
  • Stickers: The serial number may have been applied with a sticker that could have fallen off over time.
  • Headstock marking: Other models, particularly neck-thru guitars, had serial numbers on the headstock instead of the neck plate.

***

The "KRAMER JK 1000 MAD in neck pocket" refers to a vintage Kramer guitar that may have a "MAD" (or K1) marking in the neck pocket, which indicates it was made in Japan by the ESP factory for Kramer in the mid-1980s. This marking was used on some of the first JK-1000 models and signifies high-end manufacturing, often featuring an "ESP Brown Sound" pickup. 


Key characteristics

  • Origin: Made in Japan by ESP for Kramer.
  • Model: The JK-1000 is a high-end, 80s "hair metal" style guitar.
  • Markings: The "MAD" (or K1) marking is found on the neck pocket and neck heel of the first few models, suggesting it came from ESP's custom shop or artist relations department.
  • Features:
    • Single humbucker pickup
    • Original Floyd Rose tremolo
    • Made of high-quality materials, like Alder wood.
  • Artist association: These models are sometimes associated with Sammy Hagar, who can be seen using a similar model. 

This guitar is professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing or dead spots and is an absolute joy to play. It has been deep cleaned and detailed. All guitars will arrive looking and playing great. The frets have been leveled / dressed / polished and the fingerboard was cleaned. (Unfinished Rosewood and Ebony boards get treated with Fret Doctor - a proprietary all natural oil that is the best on the market) It has brand new strings, the action was adjusted, the intonation is spot on and it plays excellent. All the electronics work flawlessly.


**** We stand behind every guitar we sell and have consistently delivered quality that beats most people expectations, earning us a reputation for quality that is unrivaled. Simply put “good enough” is not good enough for The Guitar Dude’s standards. We try and make every guitar be at its absolute BEST to deliver on our promise. We take great pride in what we do and we are always trying our best. 


* Neck is perfectly straight and the truss rod works with no issues


* Intonation is spot-on


* It has been professionally set up with nice low action & new American made strings.


* If needed, the frets will be dressed leveled & crowned, but no matter what they come looking and shining like new with no divots.


* All frets are polished prior to shipping when they are set up - They will shine like new!

***Please note that international shipping prices listed are minimum quotes in some cases. Certain countries are more expensive and will require additional shipping costs. Express services such as UPS, DHL & FedEx are also available, Please contact me for a personalized quote.

About Us

The Guitar Dude is a THREE time NAMM Top 100 Dealer in the world  who has been selling some of the best guitars on the planet since 2009. Known for the most Killer Flame Top Gibson 1959 Les Pauls Reissues and classic Fender guitars of all eras. I make beautiful guitar porn, please follow me on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter. 

Often copied & imitated, but never duplicated.


Like what you see? Let me go to work for you.


I offer the best consignment sales on the planet! Find me online, just look for The Guitar Dude

For in-hand description, to propose a consignment sale or anything else please contact us 


I offer a super relaxed layaway plan on certain guitars, that can be custom built to fit your budget and needs. It can be extended beyond 45 days in certain situations. If you are interested in a layaway plan, please contact me for full details.


Terms For Returns & Re-Stocking Fee’s

We recognize and accept a 7 day return policy as per Reverb guidelines, BUT intentions of the return must be communicated in writing within 3 day of receiving the guitar as indicated by the tracking. Unless the guitar is not as described, ORIGINAL & RETURN SHIPPING COSTS WILL NOT BE REFUNDED. There is a 10% Re-stocking fee for ALL guitars that are returned for ANY reason outside of damage from shipping or it arrives significantly not as described. Please note that we record demo videos to make sure our guitars go out exactly as we describe them with zero issues. We understand that feeling comfortable is vital to the purchase of a guitar/bass so in any case, additional measurements or in hand descriptions are available prior to purchase/shipping. Thats said, guitars travel a great distance some times and in transit things can happen. Also guitars acclimate to new environments and this can cause a need for a new set up or minor adjustment. It is acceptable and normal if there is for instance a tiny bit of buzzing or the need to adjust a truss rod. We are in south Florida and if you are in a colder or less humid environment it is almost to be expected. Please read our feedback and see what our customers say. The guitar MUST BE RETURNED IN THE EXACT CONDITION it was advertised/received or it is subject to additional costs & or repair fees. We are not a big chain shop, I hope you understand. If you are uncomfortable with these terms please do not purchase. There are plenty big chain shops that can absorb free trials and shipping. 


Payment - Shipping - International orders - Import Duties


ALL ITEMS CAN BE SHIPPED INTERNATIONALLY. - BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL IMPORT DUTIES.

I accept many forms of payment including PayPal Credit & Affirm. I always pack extremely well and ship within the USA via UPS or Fedex, all packages are fully insured with tracking & signature confirmation.