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This affordable 7-string features a 26.5” scale length for better low-end articulation, a lightweight and resonant poplar body with an arched top and a bolt-on maple neck with graphite reinforcement and scarf joint for rock-solid stability. Hosting 24 jumbo frets and piranha tooth inlays, the 12”-16” compound radius rosewood fingerboard creates the ideal playing surface for fat riffs and easy chording near the black plastic nut while gradually flattening in the upper registers for lightning-quick solos and wide bends without fear of fretting out.

Powered by direct mount dual Jackson high-output humbucking pickups, the JS22-7 DKA HT is also equipped with a three-way blade switch, single volume and tone controls, compensated string-through-body fixed Jackson HT7 bridge, sealed die-cast tuners and Jackson's 3x4 (3 over, 4 under) AT-1 headstock.
Jackson Dinky JS22-7 DKA HT Arch Top Satin 7-String Electric Guitar Black
Jackson Dinky JS22-7 DKA HT Arch Top Satin 7-String Electric Guitar Black
Jackson Dinky JS22-7 DKA HT Arch Top Satin 7-String Electric Guitar Black

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  • Satin-finish solid poplar body
  • 26.5"-scale maple neck with 24-fret, compound radius fingerboard
  • Jackson high-output 7-string humbuckers, 3-way pickup selector
  • Thru-body-strung 7-saddle fixed bridge, sealed die-cast tuners
warning

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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Body
  • Body shape: Double cutaway
  • Body type: Solid body
  • Body material: Solid wood
  • Top wood:
  • Body wood: Poplar
  • Body finish: Satin 
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: Not specified
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 26.5 in.
  • Truss rod: Graphite reinforced
  • Neck finish: Satin
Fingerboard
  • Material: Rosewood
  • Radius: Compound 12–16"
  • Fret size: Jumbo
  • Number of frets: 24
  • Inlays: Piranha tooth
  • Nut width/material 1.875 in. (47.62 mm) Not specified
Pickups
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: High output humbucker
  • Middle: Not Applicable 
  • Bridge: High output humbucker
  • Brand: Jackson
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Series or parallel: Parallel
  • Piezo: No
  • Active EQ: No
  • Special electronics:
Controls
  • Control layout: Master volume, tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-way
  • Coil tap or split: No
  • Kill switch: No
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: 7-saddle string through body
  • Tailpiece: Not applicable
  • Tuning machines: Die-cast sealed
  • Color: Black
Other
  • Number of strings: 7-string
  • Special features:
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Accessories:
  • Country of origin: China

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Limited lifetime warranty against defects for guitars purchased after 1/1/2000.
One year parts and labor warranty for guitars purchased before 1/1/2000.

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4.15

13 Reviews

82%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

If this is what your considering. Dont.

Most Liked Positive Review

4

All the good reviews are true

Disclaimer: I'm not a pro, just a hobbyist trying to have some fun. Leading up to the purchase, I read many good reviews about this guitar, so I was not totally surprised when I got the guitar and started playing with it. I've never played a 7 strings, so thought this would justify my experimentation with a 7 strings, for the money spent (I did get a 15% discount, so did not even pay full price). Out of the box, the guitar is well worth that money. I'm so glad that the neck is straight and the frets were leveled correctly. Those things allowed me to do my own setup, and got the action down pretty low. Honestly, I'm not going to perform on stage with this guitar, so even the pickups sounds just fine to me. The looks, the build quality are very good for the price. What I'm surprised about was how easy it is for me to adapt to the 7 strings; I couldn't be that good; it has to be the guitar. As mentioned, I did have to adjust the truss rod, lowered the string height, adjust the intonation to get it to my liking. I read one review here where a user complained that there's buzzing on the 1st fret of the 7 strings. I suspect that the truss rod is set very flat out of the factory. That was how it was for the one I received; a little adjustment to give is more relief there will probably fix that issue. Some nitpicking here: I did have to use some steel wool to smooth out the back of the neck because it seemed as though there was some sort of material sticking to the back of the neck (dry wood glue perhaps - or snot - who knows). After steel wool, the neck feels really nice to play. In general, the fret ends were well manicured; I did have to use a small file to clean up a couple of spots. Also remember to stretch out the strings Overall, this is a really good guitar for someone who wants to try a 7 strings. You really cannot go wrong with this pricepoint. Totally recommend. I would have given 4.5 stars, but there's no 0.5. I'm just stingy when it comes to 5 stars.

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

If this is what your considering. Dont.

So initially going into this purchase I knew I was getting the lowest priced 7 string that has some relatively great reviews on Youtube. My whole thing was if it feels nice to play I would mod it. I have some bareknuckle pickups, an old hipshot bridge that I have from a prior build that could go into this. However, upon delivery I noticed the fretboard was cracked big time at the base of the neck, the nut had sharp burrs all over it, poorly cut and the nut was slanted rather then placed on correctly. The fretboard had excessive glue all over it as well, and the neck after measuring was not on straight. These weren't issues I was expecting. I knew the hardware wasn't going to be amazing but this is on another level. How this ever left the factory is beyond me.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Jamming10
  2. Practicing8
  3. Recording6
  4. Small Venues2
  5. Throwing out the window1
Cons
  1. Fret Buzz4
  2. Craftsmanship2
  3. Poor Pick Up2
  4. Sharp Frets2
  5. Flat Sound1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced8
  2. Novice2
  3. Child1
  4. Professional Musician1
Pros
  1. Fun To Play10
  2. Good Feel10
  3. Good Tone7
  4. Good Pick Up5
  5. Solid Electronics4

Reviewed by 13 customers

  • Very beautiful and great sounding guitar

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byJesus

    fromKissimmee FL

    Great guitar ever since I bought it I been satisfied with the look and the sound this was a dream guitar of mine

  • Excellent Purchase

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byJUAN

    fromKissimmee, FL

    I enjoy playing this guitar. Very well made

  • Solid with Some Work

    4

    submitted4 years ago

    byTyler

    fromTexas

    Been playing guitar for 14 years. And I've been playing this guitar for a 2 years now. Despite having a few guitars this is my preferred guitar, while also being the cheapest. I had to do some work to get it where I liked it though. The fret edges were sharp and cut my hands at first. Took a metal file to them and carefully filed them to be smooth with the wood. Mine came looking beautiful and clean. It has a super mellow tone that I love. Gets a little buzz while playing certain low notes but it's super comfortable to play and I'm genuinely happy to pick it up now.

  • If this is what your considering. Dont.

    1

    submitted4 years ago

    byDanny, G

    fromBoston, Ma

    So initially going into this purchase I knew I was getting the lowest priced 7 string that has some relatively great reviews on Youtube. My whole thing was if it feels nice to play I would mod it. I have some bareknuckle pickups, an old hipshot bridge that I have from a prior build that could go into this. However, upon delivery I noticed the fretboard was cracked big time at the base of the neck, the nut had sharp burrs all over it, poorly cut and the nut was slanted rather then placed on correctly. The fretboard had excessive glue all over it as well, and the neck after measuring was not on straight. These weren't issues I was expecting. I knew the hardware wasn't going to be amazing but this is on another level. How this ever left the factory is beyond me.

  • You definitely get what you pay for what a piece of garbage!

    1

    submitted5 years ago

    byBlind assassin

    fromChicago, Illinois

    This is the worst guitar I've ever bought out of the box the three-way selector switch was damaged I had to purchase a new one and have it installed by Sam Ash because guitar Center is refused to help me on it, the pick ups sound horrible and it doesn't stay in tune for anything you would be better off saving your money buying a GRG from Ibanez or an LTD at the same price range which is crafted way better sounds in place way better

  • Great price for such quality

    4

    submitted5 years ago

    byDjent machine

    fromStanton tx

    Really fun to practice with and sounds great

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byPerson

    fromTemecula CA

    Will this item be in stock in January 14 2024?

    Will this item be in stock in January 14 2024?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Jackson Dinky Arch Top JS22-7 is currently available.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byJustarandomcostomer

    fromTemecula CA

    Is this item available in stores?

    Is this item available in stores?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    I'm sorry, it is not available locally

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byjohn

    fromundisclosed

    Can you install a Whammy bar on this

    Can you install a Whammy bar on this

    Open Reply - Ronald
    You would need to change the bridge which would take modification.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byJeremy

    fromPrinceton wv

    Can I get this in a left handed set up

    Can I get this in a left handed set up

    Open Reply - Thomas
    I'm sorry, it's not available in a left handed version

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked bySid

    fromSpring Hill fl

    What gage strings does the guitar come with

    What gage strings does the guitar come with

    Open Reply - Ronald
    they come with lights (.09's)

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byZ0mb13 R1s1ng

    fromundisclosed

    which hard case would be best for this guitar, and what strings are recommended for this guitar?

    which hard case would be best for this guitar, and what strings are recommended for this guitar?

    Open Reply - Beau
    The Jackson Case for Soloist or Dinky Electric Guitar would be the best choice. Or the Jackson Multifit Electric Guitar Gig Bag for Dinky and Soloist would be a good choice. This guitar would work well with any electric guitar strings.