Jackson JS1X Dinky Minion Met.Bl.Burst

Name: Jackson JS1X Dinky Minion Met.Bl.Burst
Brand: Jackson
Price: 196.9 USD
Availability: InStock

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JS1X Dinky Minion Met.Bl.Burst

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Product Info

Article Number: 496751

Brand: Jackson

Model: JS1X Dinky Minion Met.Bl.Burst

Category: ST Style Guitars

Price: $196.90

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This little Dinky Minion is a serious contender for beginners or players needing a compact, shred-ready axe. The short scale makes it incredibly easy to play, and the graphite-reinforced neck offers impressive stability for the price. It's a surprisingly versatile platform – from crunchy rhythm to searing leads – and a fantastic value for what you get.

Product Description

Jackson JS1X Dinky Minion Met.Bl.Burst
Electric Guitar
2/3 Scale
Body: Poplar
Neck: Maple with graphite reinforcement and scarf joint
Fingerboard: Amaranth
Fingerboard inlays: Pearloid Sharkfins
Neck profile: Speed Neck
Scale: 572 mm
Fingerboard radius: 12"
Nut width: 41.3 mm
24 Jumbo frets
Pickups: 2 Solar humbuckers
1 x Volume and 1 x tone controls
3-Way switch
Charvel HT6 hardtail bridge with string guide through the body
Black hardware
Colour: Metallic Blue Burst

PROS

• Graphite reinforcement minimizes neck torsion and warping.
• Amaranth fingerboard offers a smooth, fast playing experience.
• Solar humbuckers deliver a surprisingly thick, modern high-gain tone.
• Charvel-style bridge provides reliable tuning stability and sustain.

CONS

• Poplar body can feel a bit 'soft' and prone to dents with heavy use.
• 2/3 scale length limits low-end extension and may feel cramped for larger hands.
• Stock hardware, while functional, will likely be an upgrade target for serious players.

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Key Features

Body Material Poplar

Neck Material Maple with Graphite Reinforcement

Fingerboard Amaranth

Pickups 2 x Solar Humbuckers

Scale Length 572 mm

Frets 24 Jumbo

Bridge Charvel HT6 Hardtail

Weight Approximately 6.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The shorter scale reduces the fundamental frequency, making notes sound 'rounder' and with less low-end tightness; it's not a drastic difference but noticeable.

They're surprisingly good for the price point, providing a modern, high-output tone, but a more experienced player may want to swap them out for more refined pickups down the line.

The Speed Neck is generally considered a slim profile, so while playable for larger hands, it might feel a bit narrow; it’s best suited for players with smaller to medium hands.