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The JS Series Dinky Minion JS1X is a revolutionary electric guitar designed to inspire. At just 2/3 the scale of a full-size guitar, its 22.5" length is perfect for smaller hands or frequent flyers who need a portable practice axe. Don't let its size fool you—this Dinky is built to wail. A lightweight poplar body and sculpted heel provide comfort and access to the highest frets. The bolt-on maple neck is reinforced for stability and topped with an amaranth fingerboard featuring 24 jumbo frets and sharkfin inlays for silky playability.

High-Output Pickups Deliver Versatile Tone

A pair of Jackson high-output humbuckers crank out a wide range of tones. The neck pickup delivers bright, articulate highs while the bridge pickup adds a big dose of crunchy distortion. Shape your sound with the three-way toggle switch and dedicated volume and tone controls. From crystal-clear cleans to molten metal, this Dinky has the voice to match your mood.

Superior Intonation and Sustain

The JS Series Dinky Minion JS1X features a string-through-body hardtail bridge with block saddles that improves intonation and enhances sustain. Each note rings loud and true, with a resonance you can feel through the neck.

Pointed Headstock and Sealed Tuners

An ultrastable, rear-angled headstock allows for even string tension and tuning stability. Jackson sealed die-cast tuners keep your axe sounding pitch-perfect through the most demanding performances.

Jackson JS Series Dinky Minion JS1X Electric Guitar Silver Burst
Jackson JS Series Dinky Minion JS1X Electric Guitar Silver Burst
Jackson JS Series Dinky Minion JS1X Electric Guitar Silver Burst

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  • Poplar body
  • Maple neck with amaranth fretboard, 2/3 scale
  • Dual Jackson High-Output humbuckers, 3-way switch
  • 6-saddle string-thru bridge with block saddles, 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 Type: Double-cutaway solidbody
  • Body wood: Poplar
  • Body finish: Gloss
Neck
  • Neck shape:
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 22.5"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Neck finish: Satin
Fingerboard
  • Material: Other
  • Radius: 12"
  • Fret size: Jumbo
  • Number of frets: 24
  • Inlays: Custom
  • Nut width/material: 1.62" (41.3 mm) Plastic
Electronics
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Proprietary Humbucker
  • Bridge: Proprietary Humbucker
  • Control layout: Master volume, Master tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-way
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed Bridge
  • Bridge design: Individual saddle
  • Tailpiece: String thru body
  • Tuning machines: Sealed die-cast
  • Color: Black
Other
  • Number of strings: 6 String
  • Orientation: Right Handed
  • Case: Sold separately

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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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4.36

14 Reviews

85%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Super fun
COOL MINI JACKSON

Most Liked Positive Review

5

This is the first guitar I wish I had.

This thing rips and feels great. The absolute best of all the student size electric guitars I tried at several stores in terms of quality. If your child is learning, it will not hinder their ability to learn in any way if you have it properly set up. And yes, any new guitar should have a setup done. Put some new strings on it, at least 10 gauge, lube the nut, set intonation and action properly, and it will stay in tune pretty well. This guitar punches above its price point, I wonder if Jackson makes any money on these at all. As an adult, I even enjoy playing it!

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

BEGINNERS BEWARE: This guitar is terrible!

Dont own this guitar but found this in my local guitar center including a V and this model. Tried both and the neck felt really bad. Fret ends were really scratchy and hurt my hand when trying to play. Fret board and frets themselves were really scratchy and the pickups sounded bad

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practicing9
  2. Jamming5
  3. School Bands2
  4. Recording1
  5. Small Venues1
Cons
  1. Fret Buzz3
  2. Poor Pick Up3
  3. Craftsmanship2
  4. Flat Sound1
  5. Weak tuners and poor cut nut1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced7
  2. Professional Musician4
  3. Child2
  4. Novice1
Pros
  1. Good Feel11
  2. Fun To Play10
  3. Good Tone6
  4. Solid Electronics5
  5. Good Pick Up4

Reviewed by 14 customers

  • Super fun

    5

    submitteda month ago

    byColton

    fromHawaii

    I bought this guitar purely for practice in bed before i sleep and couch play. I needed a chea short scale guitar with decent features. This checks every box. So much so im going to slap a seymour duncan '59 in the neck pickup slot to make it one of my go to guitars! 5* for what it is!

  • Buyers Beware: Poor Build Quality and Intonation

    1

    submitted3 months ago

    byConner

    fromDenver

    The size and low price of this guitar are the only good things about it. Multiple quality issues plague this guitar. Fret buzz, terrible intonation midway/high on the neck, cheaply wired internals, faintness on the pickup switch, and sharp frets are a few reasons to stay away.

  • Big sound for a little guitar

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    byPhillip

    fromTampa Fl

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Bought this for my 9yr old and it sounds huge. I play it thru my boogie and it's a riot. Great small guitar. Could use some better tuners but the pickups are surprisingly good.

  • Not bad at all for the price

    5

    submitted7 months ago

    byAlan

    fromMontrose, New York

    Adjusted the truss rod to get rid of first fret buzz. Pickups sound okay, not fully tested Neck profile is nice, not too narrow Frets are pretty nice, found a few sharp ends My shoulder arthritis is helped by reduced neck length and lower weight if the instrument. I think it serve its purpose and keep me practicing

  • COOL MINI JACKSON

    5

    submitted8 months ago

    byAWAYGONE

    fromLANGHORNE PA

    THIS GUITAT FELT REAL , IT IS NOT A TOY. THIS IS A FULLY FUNCTIONAL JACKSON.FULL SIZE FRETS MAKE IT EASIER TO PLAY. THE PICK UPS HAVE PLENTY OF POWER FOR SERIOUS PLAYERS.IDEA FOR YOUNG EXPERIENCED PLAYERS READY TO GO TO THE NEXT LEVEL

  • BEGINNERS BEWARE: This guitar is terrible!

    1

    submitted9 months ago

    byIdk

    fromAgoura Hills, CA

    Dont own this guitar but found this in my local guitar center including a V and this model. Tried both and the neck felt really bad. Fret ends were really scratchy and hurt my hand when trying to play. Fret board and frets themselves were really scratchy and the pickups sounded bad

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

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byJL

    fromEatontown NJ

    What strings come default on this guitar?

    What strings come default on this guitar?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byCJ

    fromNazareth PA

    Does guitar center offer set up with a purchase?

    Does guitar center offer set up with a purchase?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, we don't. The guitar will be set up by Jackson.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked bynicky

    fromundisclosed

    does it make it harder to palm mute? given the shorter neck?

    does it make it harder to palm mute? given the shorter neck?

    Open Reply - Gear-Advisor
    I don't think so.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byKyle

    fromSan Jose CA

    Can you use a whammy bar on it?

    Can you use a whammy bar on it?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    It would take more work than it's worth. You should get a factory installation.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byTim

    fromSan mateo, California

    What gauge strings are necessary to provide adequate string tension at normal pitch?

    What gauge strings are necessary to provide adequate string tension at normal pitch?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    As low as .08

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byChris

    fromAlbany NY

    Will heavier strings help shorter scale guitars stay in tune better?

    Will heavier strings help shorter scale guitars stay in tune better?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Theoretically, yes

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byDJ

    fromBroken Arrow, OK

    How well does it hold a tune, with good strings? I dont expect a pro quality, but also dont want to tune it 3 times for each song...Thanks

    How well does it hold a tune, with good strings? I dont expect a pro quality, but also dont want to tune it 3 times for each song...Thanks

    Open Reply - Thomas
    It's fine. Please give us a call to better help you out – 877-687-5403