Carry-on Blackstar ST-JB - Short Scale 527mm Travel Electric Guitar (Jet Black) with Mini Humbucker

Carry-on Blackstar ST-JB - Short Scale 527mm Travel Electric Guitar (Jet Black) with Mini Humbucker

The Blackstar Carry-on ST-JB is a travel electric guitar designed to retain the feel and response of a full-size guitar in a compact, lightweight package. Built with a one-piece poplar body and string-through design to maximize sustain, it features a bolt-on two-piece maple neck and 18-fret laurel fingerboard . Its short 20.7″ scale brings positions closer together and reduces perceived tension, while the mini humbucker pickup delivers a defined sound with clear attack and controlled low end. A Tune-O-Matic bridge , sealed 1:14 tuners , and Volume and Tone controls complete the straightforward, reliable hardware. The Jet Black finish is paired with a black pickguard for a clean, contemporary look.

Main features

• Short scale of 527 mm (20.7″) that facilitates agile fingerings while maintaining tuning stability.
• One-piece poplar body with strings through the body for improved sustain.
• Bolt-on maple neck (two-piece) and laurel fingerboard with 18 frets .
• Mini humbucker pickup with plug-in Volume and Tone controls .
• Tune-O-Matic style bridge and sealed 1:14 tuners for stability and accuracy.
• String size 12–54 (approx. 0.30 / 0.41 / 0.51 / 0.81 / 1.07 / 1.37 mm) optimized for the short scale.
• Jet Black finish with a minimalist and professional aesthetic.

Product benefits

• True portability : reduced dimensions and smaller scale for traveling without sacrificing the “big guitar” feel.
• Sustain and definition : combination of string-through body and mini humbucker for punchy rhythmic and melodic lines.
• Comfort : less perceived tension, quick access to the entire fretboard and reduced fatigue during long sessions.
• Reliability : Sealed hardware and bolt-on construction are ready for everyday use and travel.
• Operational simplicity : two effective controls for instantly adjusting the sound character.

Use cases

• Practice and compose at home, backstage or in a hotel.
• Mobile studio : quick recordings and demos without taking up space.
• Frequent travel when space and weight matter.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does it have coil-splitting? No. The ST version offers Volume and Tone controls without coil-splitting.
• Is it short scale? Yes, 527 mm (20.7″).
• How many frets does it have? 18 frets .

Description for projects

Blackstar Carry-on ST-JB Electric Travel Guitar (Jet Black); body