Question about Jacksons.

[Brian110687]

What is the difference between the Jackson dinky and the soloist models? And how much do the Pro-series and USA select series run for? I'm gassing for a soloist type guitar.

 

[dystrust]

Re: Question about Jacksons.

The primary difference between the Dinky and Soloist is that the Soloist is neck-thru and a Dinky is bolt-on. The early 90s neck-thru professional series is on par with USA models quality-wise.

This distinction has become blurred over the years but remains essentially true today.

 

[kill your scene]

Re: Question about Jacksons.

The primary difference between the Dinky and Soloist is that the Soloist is neck-thru and a Dinky is bolt-on.

The significance of this is that the Dinky is (IMO) like a smaller, slimmer version of the Strat, while the Soloist is its own animal and more unique to Jackson. That's how I look at it anyway.

If you're only 16, you won't be able to afford a USA Select Series. Unless you're riding mommy and daddy's dime. Chances are you are better off with a nice MIJ model. High quality and still affordable.

 

[JammerMatt]

Re: Question about Jacksons.

The dinky is 7/8 the size of the Soloist, at least that's what Zerb told me, and he is MY authoritaaah on Jacksons. I'm pretty sure that all soloists are neck-thru and the Dinkys are bolts.

I think as to what is better, that is a question of preference. I like both mine sorta the same depending on my mood.

I have one of each. The MIJ dinky has a little more "snap" to it and a little brighter tone with the Rosewood. The USA Soloist (with ebony) has great sustain and is a bit warmer, the frets are smoother and it feels real real solid. Also, the finish is absolutely fantastic.

 

[frankencat]

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Jacksons ROCK. I have an SLSMG Soloist (mahogony/maple-top/neck-through/ebony board), a DK-2 Dinky (alder/bolt-on/rosewood board), and a USA Fusion (alder/bolt-on/ebony board) along with a couple of Fenders and G&Ls. They are my favorite guitars!!! Each has it's own unique characteristics. I would say that the neck through does feel different than the bolt-on's but it's not a question of better or worse, it's more a question of what you like. I use each in situations where I can take advantage of a particular guitar's character. I also agree with what JammerMatt said. Peace

 

[Young Angus]

Re: Question about Jacksons.

Japanese jacksons are awesome instruments! I have one and im never going to get rid of it, ever!

 

[Brian110687]

Re: Question about Jacksons.

Thanks alot guys. Sometime soon I really want to pick up a Jackson syle guitar. I guess all signs are pointing to a MIJ dinky for me. After taking looks at the Jackson time constantly, right now I'm considering both the MG DK27 and the MG DKMGT

If you're only 16, you won't be able to afford a USA Select Series. Unless you're riding mommy and daddy's dime. Chances are you are better off with a nice MIJ model. High quality and still affordable.

I wish! :9: Yea, I provide the funds for pretty much most of my gear. The only pieces of equipment that I didn't pay for, were my strat, which was a post-operation/ 8th grade graduation present that my parents got me and that was 4 years ago. The other piece I didnt pay for was my cabinet which I got for birthday/christmas present. (my birthday is around christmas.)

I'm thinking the MIJ is the way to go also. Thanks for the help.

 

[kill your scene]

Re: Question about Jacksons.

No problem. Incidentally, MIJ Jacksons are a great bargain....most of them only cost 7 or 8 hundred, whereas the US models will run way way over a grand. The DKMGT and SLSMG I highly recommend.

Keep in mind that the DK27 has a 27" scale length, so only get it if you're tuning way down. Also, it might be wise to check out the Jackson/Charvel Forums. Some of the guys there are total jerks (and they're all well over 40 :laugh2: ) but you might pick up a deal or at least some valuable info.

BTW - Where in the city do you guys play?

 

[JammerMatt]

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Japanese jacksons are awesome instruments! I have one and im never going to get rid of it, ever!

Word! My MIJ was about 600 several years back. Since that I've acquired an LP and the USA soloist. Still, everytime I pick up that lightweight Dinky and play through the JB/Jazz combo I think what a fantastic deal that guitar was. Some days it outplays them both when I'm in that mood.

-Matt

 

[Zerberus]

Re: Question about Jacksons.

The dinky is 7/8 the size of the Soloist, at least that's what Zerb told me, and he is MY authoritaaah on Jacksons. I'm pretty sure that all soloists are neck-thru and the Dinkys are bolts.....

Thanks, Matt. But, EHm, Stop the Presses, misquote :dot:

A dinky is 7/8 the size of a Strat, not a soloist. The Soloist, as KYS stated, is a "jacksonized" shape, still a bit larger than a Dinky though

I play the USA versoins of both more or less exclusively and am constantly switching back and forth between the soloists fatness and playability and the Dinky´s articulate response. :32:

 

[Brian110687]

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BTW - Where in the city do you guys play?

I'm from Staten Island. But right now my band is in pretty much about to fall apart due to stupid teen age fights. Where are you from?

 

[JB_From_Hell]

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Warning about cheap Jacksons if you like to tune down....
I had a PS4, which was the cheap $400 import model about 6 years ago. It was killer, until I started using heavy strings and tuning down to Z. I stuck a set of 13-60 GHS on it, and was down in the drop B, B flat, A range, and the neck just went to poop. It warped all over the place, and several frets started popping out. No amount of truss rod adjustment helped, either. I know this could be due to other factors, but the 4 other guitars (2 ESPs, a Schecter & Ibanez) have NEVER had any problems from the heavy string/low tuning setup.

Again, this does not pertain to nicer Jackson guitars, which all seem to be great. Just the cheap-****e ones :laugh2:

 

[Zerberus]

Re: Question about Jacksons.

Warning about cheap Jacksons if you like to tune down....
I had a PS4, which was the cheap $400 import model about 6 years ago. It was killer, until I started using heavy strings and tuning down to Z. I stuck a set of 13-60 GHS on it, and was down in the drop B, B flat, A range, and the neck just went to poop. It warped all over the place, and several frets started popping out. No amount of truss rod adjustment helped, either. I know this could be due to other factors, but the 4 other guitars (2 ESPs, a Schecter & Ibanez) have NEVER had any problems from the heavy string/low tuning setup.

Again, this does not pertain to nicer Jackson guitars, which all seem to be great. Just the cheap-****e ones :laugh2:

That was a problem of the korean Performers, the earlier Japanese Performers didn´t have those symptoms. The problem has since been alleviated (read: there are no performers anymore )

 

[Mayhem]

Re: Question about Jacksons.

Warning about cheap Jacksons if you like to tune down....
I had a PS4, which was the cheap $400 import model about 6 years ago. It was killer, until I started using heavy strings and tuning down to Z. I stuck a set of 13-60 GHS on it, and was down in the drop B, B flat, A range, and the neck just went to poop. It warped all over the place, and several frets started popping out. No amount of truss rod adjustment helped, either. I know this could be due to other factors, but the 4 other guitars (2 ESPs, a Schecter & Ibanez) have NEVER had any problems from the heavy string/low tuning setup.

Again, this does not pertain to nicer Jackson guitars, which all seem to be great. Just the cheap-****e ones :laugh2:

I believe stings over 10 destroys the neck, but it takes a while...

 

[Empty Pockets]

Re: Question about Jacksons.

All I know about Jacksons is, I want one.

Scratch that, I want SEVERAL.

-X

 

[Brian110687]

Re: Question about Jacksons.

Warning about cheap Jacksons if you like to tune down....
I had a PS4, which was the cheap $400 import model about 6 years ago. It was killer, until I started using heavy strings and tuning down to Z. I stuck a set of 13-60 GHS on it, and was down in the drop B, B flat, A range, and the neck just went to poop. It warped all over the place, and several frets started popping out. No amount of truss rod adjustment helped, either. I know this could be due to other factors, but the 4 other guitars (2 ESPs, a Schecter & Ibanez) have NEVER had any problems from the heavy string/low tuning setup.

Again, this does not pertain to nicer Jackson guitars, which all seem to be great. Just the cheap-****e ones :laugh2:

This really doesnt matter to me anyway, because the lowest I ever tune to is C# when I want to play some metalcore or hardcore. I think when i get this guitar, i will probably leave it tuned to drop-D or drop-C#. It all depends

 

[Zerberus]

Re: Question about Jacksons.

I believe stings over 10 destroys the neck, but it takes a while...

I´ve played all of my Jacksons for years with 12-52 tuned to e (or thicker for lower tunings), and I´ve ever had any problems at all. Again, the performer series was a bad idea

 

[dystrust]

Re: Question about Jacksons.

My old Charvel is strung with 11-50 and tuned to Eb. I've never had any problems with it.

 

[JammerMatt]

Re: Question about Jacksons.

Thanks, Matt. But, EHm, Stop the Presses, misquote :dot:

A dinky is 7/8 the size of a Strat, not a soloist. The Soloist, as KYS stated, is a "jacksonized" shape, still a bit larger than a Dinky though

Oh yeah, what he said. I guess I picked the wrong week to quit smoking crack . I knew it was 7/8 of something (hanging head in shame).

-Matt

 

[kill your scene]

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I'm from Staten Island. But right now my band is in pretty much about to fall apart due to stupid teen age fights. Where are you from?

I'm from PA, but I love the music community in NYC. I've auditioned for and played with bands from Brooklyn and Manhattan. I'd love to relocate to Manhattan permanently, but money's tight.