Affordable Shred Machine with Classic Jackson Style
The Jackson JS22 Dinky is an entry-level electric guitar from Jackson’s JS Series, designed for aspiring shredders, metalheads, and rock players across Australia. Featuring a lightweight poplar body, high-output humbuckers, and a fast maple neck, it delivers aggressive tones and lightning-fast playability at a budget price. Available in finishes like Gloss Black, Metallic Red, and Metallic Blue, it’s a perfect starter guitar for beginners or a reliable backup for pros.
High-Quality Performance
The JS22 Dinky offers punchy, versatile tones for modern playing:
- Body: Poplar with a double-cutaway Dinky shape for ergonomic comfort and easy upper-fret access. Poplar provides a balanced tone with warm mids and clear highs, ideal for rock and metal.
- Pickups: Dual Jackson high-output humbuckers (neck and bridge) deliver aggressive, high-gain tones with good clarity and punch. The 3-way toggle switch allows neck, bridge, or both for full-bodied rhythms and searing leads.
- Neck: Bolt-on maple with graphite reinforcement for stability, a speed neck profile, and an amaranth fingerboard with a 12″–16″ compound radius and 24 jumbo frets for smooth bends and fast solos.
- Bridge: 2-point fulcrum tremolo for expressive vibrato and reliable tuning, even with dive-bombs.
- Controls: Master volume and tone knobs for straightforward tone shaping.
Users praise its value and playability, making it a solid choice for beginners transitioning to metal or rock styles. Some note the tremolo may require setup for optimal stability, and the pickups can be upgraded for more refined tones.
Durable and Stylish Design
- Finishes: Gloss Black, Metallic Red, Metallic Blue, with a black pickguard and black hardware for a sleek, aggressive look.
- Weight: Approximately 7–8 lbs, ensuring comfort for long sessions.
- Hardware: Black chrome, with sealed die-cast tuners for tuning stability.
- Build Quality: Bolt-on maple neck, amaranth fingerboard with sharkfin inlays, and a solid poplar body for reliable performance.
Backed by a 2-year warranty, it’s built for beginners and gigging musicians alike.
Key Performance Features
- Body: Poplar, double-cutaway Dinky shape
- Neck: Maple bolt-on speed neck, graphite reinforcement
- Fingerboard: Amaranth, 12″–16″ compound radius, 24 jumbo frets, sharkfin inlays
- Pickups: 2x Jackson high-output humbuckers
- Bridge: 2-point fulcrum tremolo
- Tuners: Sealed die-cast
- Controls: Master volume, master tone, 3-way toggle
- Warranty: 2 years
Notes
- Setup Tip: Adjust tremolo for stability; professional setup recommended for beginners. Use medium-gauge strings (e.g., 10–46) for balanced tension. Pair with Rode PodMic and RØDECaster Pro II for recording demos.
- Care Instructions: Store in a gig bag (~$50–$100 AUD) to protect the finish; clean with a soft cloth.
- Compatibility: Works with standard amps; pair with Fender Tone Master for cleans or Mesa/Boogie for high-gain. Test non-Jackson pickups for matching.
- Warranty: Register at jacksonguitars.com for support; verify purchase from authorized retailers.
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