Jackson is powering forward with Trivium’s lead shredder Corey Beaulieu, unveiling two fresh signature weapons in the King V arsenal: the Pro Series Signature Corey Beaulieu King V KV6Q and KV7Q. These are not mere cosmetic updates—Beaulieu worked closely with Jackson to re-engineer the guitars to the exact demands of his detuned, precision-meets-ferocity playing style.
“I’m so happy to announce the release of my new signature series guitar,” Beaulieu says. “Not only does it look fantastic, the thing I'm most excited about is it comes fully armed with my Signature Seymour Duncan Damocles blackout pickups.”
Those pickups, developed specifically for his progressive metal attack, are the centerpiece of each model, pushing out high-gain tones with articulate edge, whether galloping through a Trivium thrash riff or dropping into guttural low-string punishment.
The King V’s sharp silhouette is already an extreme-metal icon, but Beaulieu’s latest versions elevate the formula. A through-body maple neck, graphite reinforcement, and a smooth oiled finish pair comfort with stability through long sets and aggressive technique. Meanwhile, the Floyd Rose 1000 Series tremolo ensures tuning survival even during the kind of dive bombs that would make Dimebag grin.
Other premium touches:
- Quilt maple top under a transparent black finish
- Ebony fingerboard with 24 jumbo frets and sharkfin inlays
- Three-way toggle + single volume for quick, live-focused control
- Available in 6-string or 7-string—choose your required damage level
Jackson’s VP of Product Jon Romanowski calls the guitar a perfect representation of the brand’s DNA:
“Relentless innovation, technical mastery and unwavering dedication to heavy music.”
Trivium has carved out a path that runs through thrash, metalcore, prog, and death metal, often at the same time. Beaulieu’s signature models follow that same ethos—equally at home chugging in B-standard, shredding melodic leads, or down-tuned into subterranean territory.
With these new King V designs, Jackson gives players that same sonic and creative range—without compromise.
Want a sample of what this guitar was born for?
Here’s Corey doing Corey-things:
More information at Jackson Guitars.
