Jackson - JS1X Dinky Minion JS Series Safety Orange
A minuscule axe with a monstrous bite, the Jackson® JS Series Dinky® Minion JS1X is ideal for aspiring little shredders or grownup road dogs who need an easy-traveling instrument loaded with all the features they love.
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The Nantel Verdict
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Lightweight, road-ready 22.5" scale body maintains full harmonic character; Jackson Dynasomic pickups provide punchy, articulate output suitable for rock and metal; dual cutaway Dinky design allows access to upper frets; solid construction at entry-level pricing; Safety Orange finish resists visual anonymity.
Ideal for children aged 8+ or adults with smaller frames; requires standard 1/4" cable and amplifier; consider strap locks and a gig bag for portability; bridge and tuning stability may benefit from locking tuners as future upgrade.
The JS1X proves that scaled-down doesn't mean scaled-back. It's a legitimate Jackson with proper construction and versatile pickups, making it the rare beginner instrument that won't feel limiting as skills develop. At this price, it's hard to justify compromising on authenticity.
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JS Series Dinky® Minion JS1X
A minuscule axe with a monstrous bite, the Jackson® JS Series Dinky® Minion JS1X is ideal for aspiring little shredders or grownup road dogs who need an easy-traveling instrument loaded with all the features they love.
Offering a 2/3 scale length (22.5"), the Dinky Minion JS1X features a poplar body, speedy bolt-on maple neck with graphite-reinforcement rods and a 12"-radius amaranth fingerboard with 24 jumbo frets and sharkfin inlays. A rear-angled Jackson pointed 6-in-line headstock allows for evenly distributed tension, while a sculpted heel paves the way for easy upper fret playing.
A pair of Jackson high-output humbucking pickups with ceramic magnets crank out clear tone with plenty of girth. The neck position delivers bright highs while the bridge adds plenty of crunchy distortion. Its versatile voice can be shaped with a three-way toggle switch and single volume and tone controls, while a string-through-body hardtail bridge with block saddles improves intonation and sustain.
Features
- 22.5" scale length
- Poplar Dinky body
- Bolt-on maple neck with graphite reinforcement
- 12"-radius amaranth fingerboard with 24 jumbo frets and sharkfin inlays
- Jackson high-output humbucking bridge and neck pickups
- Three-way toggle switch, single volume control and single tone control
- Jackson sealed die-cast tuners
- String-through-body hardtail bridge
Highlights
22.5" SHORT SCALE LENGTH
This shorter 22.5”-scale guitar is ideal for younger players or players with smaller hands who need a body size that is more comfortable, along with frets that are placed closer together.
JACKSON HIGH-OUTPUT HUMBUCKING PICKUPS
The Dinky Minion delivers monstrous tone thanks to dual Jackson high-output humbucking pickups in the bridge and neck positions. These humbuckers are painstakingly voiced for full, rich tone while providing maximum overdrive and sustain.
Accessories |
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| Saddle Height Wrench | Yes |
| Truss Rod Wrench | Yes |
Body |
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| Body | Poplar |
| Body Finish | Gloss |
| Body Material | Poplar |
| Body Shape | Dinky® |
Electronics |
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| Bridge Pickup | Jackson® High-Output Humbucking |
| Controls | Volume, Tone |
| Neck Pickup | Jackson® High-Output Humbucking |
| Pickup Configuration | HH |
| Switching | 3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup |
General |
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| Color | Metallic Red |
| Orientation | Right-Hand |
| Product Name | JS Series Dinky® Minion JS1X, Amaranth Fingerboard, Metallic Red |
| Series | JS |
Hardware |
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| Bridge | 6-Saddle String-Through-Body Hardtail With Block Saddles |
| Control Knobs | Dome-Style |
| Hardware Finish | Black |
| Neck Plate | None |
| Pickguard | None |
| Strap Buttons | Standard |
| Strings | Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges) |
| Tuning Machines | Jackson® Sealed Die-Cast |
Measurements |
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| Fret Size | Jumbo |
| Scale Length | 22.5" (572 mm) |
Neck |
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| Fingerboard Material | Amaranth |
| Fingerboard Radius | 12" (305 mm) |
| Headstock | Jackson® Pointed 6-In-Line |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On with Graphite Reinforcement and Scarf Joint |
| Neck Finish | Satin |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Number of Frets | 24 |
| Nut Material | Black Plastic |
| Nut Width | 1.625" (41.3 mm) |
| Position Inlays | Pearloid Sharkfin |
| Side Dots | White |
| String Nut | Black Plastic |
| Truss Rod | Dual-Action |
| Truss Rod Nut | Truss Rod Adjustment at Nut |
Jackson has been a cornerstone of electric guitar manufacturing since 1980, building instruments renowned for playability and performance-oriented design. The brand earned its reputation among professional musicians and dedicated enthusiasts through consistent attention to hardware quality, neck construction, and tonal versatility.
Jackson's JS Series represents the company's commitment to delivering genuine Jackson features and craftsmanship at accessible price points. These guitars maintain the brand's hallmark fast neck profiles, solid hardware, and reliable electronics while opening Jackson's design philosophy to a broader audience of players.
