Jackson JS Series Dinky JS20 DKQ 2PT, Transparent Tobacco Burst Electric Guitar

Quick Product Summary

The Jackson JS Series Dinky JS20 DKQ 2PT in Transparent Tobacco Burst combines unmistakable Jackson styling with a versatile dual-humbucker setup, 24-fret neck and two-point tremolo at an accessible price.

Its compact poplar Dinky body features a Quilted Maple Art Grain top beneath the Transparent Tobacco Burst finish, giving this affordable Jackson considerably more visual depth than a conventional solid-colour beginner guitar.

A graphite-reinforced bolt-on maple neck is paired with a bound amaranth fingerboard featuring a 12"-16" compound radius and 24 jumbo frets. That provides a comfortable foundation for learning while leaving plenty of room for bends, tapping, legato and faster lead techniques as your playing develops.

Twin Jackson High-Output ceramic humbuckers provide the thicker, punchier response that suits rock, hard rock and metal, while straightforward volume, tone and three-way pickup controls keep the guitar easy to understand.

Finished with pearloid sharkfin inlays, black hardware and Jackson's pointed six-in-line headstock, the JS20 DKQ gives newer players a genuine taste of the Jackson performance-guitar experience.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Jackson
Model	JS Series Dinky JS20 DKQ 2PT
Model Number	2910231582
Finish	Transparent Tobacco Burst
Condition	New
Body	Poplar
Top	Quilted Maple Art Grain
Fingerboard	Amaranth
Frets	24 Jumbo
Pickups	Dual Jackson High-Output Humbuckers
Bridge	2-Point Fulcrum Tremolo
Main Appeal	Affordable 24-fret Jackson with powerful humbuckers
Best For	Rock, metal, beginners and developing players

What's Included?

• Jackson JS Series Dinky JS20 DKQ 2PT in Transparent Tobacco Burst

• 2-point fulcrum tremolo arm

• Factory-fitted .009–.042 nickel-plated steel strings

✘ No Case Or Gig Bag Included

✘ No Additional Accessories Included

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

Every new guitar sold by Fair Deal Music is checked before leaving us so obvious functional or setup issues can be identified before dispatch.

Our assessment includes:

• Neck relief and string action

• Fret condition

• Pickup output and balance

• Three-way pickup selector

• Volume and tone controls

• Output connection

• Tuning machine operation

• Tremolo function

• Bridge and intonation

• General tuning stability

• Overall visual condition

The guitar is checked and set up to a suitable playing condition before leaving Fair Deal Music.

As with any wooden guitar, setup can shift slightly during delivery because of changes in temperature and humidity. Minor adjustment can occasionally be required after arrival as the instrument settles into its new environment.

Service / Setup Work

The JS20 DKQ 2PT is checked before dispatch for suitable neck relief, action, intonation, tuning operation and general playability.

The two-point fulcrum tremolo is also checked for correct operation.

Players making significant changes to string gauge or tuning may benefit from a corresponding setup adjustment.

Why Choose The Jackson JS20 DKQ 2PT?

24-Fret Jackson Playability

The JS20 gives you 24 jumbo frets, providing a full two-octave range on every string.

That gives developing players considerably more room to explore higher-register playing than a traditional 21- or 22-fret beginner guitar.

Compound-Radius Fingerboard

Jackson's 12"-16" compound radius is rounder towards the nut before progressively flattening higher up the neck.

Lower-position chords remain comfortable while the flatter upper frets provide extra room for bends and faster lead techniques.

Graphite-Reinforced Maple Neck

The bolt-on maple neck uses both a scarf joint and graphite reinforcement.

Graphite adds structural support and helps the neck resist movement caused by changes in temperature, humidity and string tension.

Dual Jackson High-Output Humbuckers

Two ceramic Jackson humbuckers give the JS20 the power required for convincing distorted rock and metal sounds.

The bridge pickup provides a tighter, more aggressive voice for riffs and power chords, while the neck pickup offers a fuller option for lead playing and smoother melodic parts.

Two-Point Fulcrum Tremolo

The two-point tremolo lets you add vibrato and expressive pitch movement without the additional complexity of a double-locking Floyd Rose system.

For newer players interested in learning tremolo techniques, it provides a practical introduction.

Transparent Tobacco Burst Finish

The Transparent Tobacco Burst allows the Quilted Maple Art Grain pattern to remain visible beneath the finish.

It gives the guitar a warmer, more traditional visual character while retaining the aggressive Dinky shape and black Jackson hardware.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

JS20 DKQ vs Jackson JS22 Dinky

Both offer an accessible route into the Jackson range.

The JS20 DKQ is especially appealing if you want the visual character of a quilt-pattern top alongside a straightforward two-point tremolo and 24-fret Dinky format.

JS20 DKQ vs Jackson Dinky With Floyd Rose

A Floyd Rose-equipped Jackson provides a much wider tremolo range and stronger tuning stability during extreme pitch effects.

The JS20's two-point bridge is easier to restring and adjust, making it a more approachable choice for many beginners.

JS20 DKQ vs Traditional S-Style Beginner Guitar

A traditional S-style beginner guitar often focuses on brighter single-coil sounds and vintage-inspired specifications.

The Jackson is more deliberately aimed at modern rock and metal, with two humbuckers, 24 frets, compound-radius geometry and aggressive styling.

JS20 DKQ vs Higher-Spec Jackson Models

Moving further up the Jackson range can provide upgraded pickups, hardware and locking tremolo systems.

The JS20 remains an excellent value choice for players who want the fundamental Jackson feel and appearance without immediately investing in professional-level specifications.

Who Is It For?

The Jackson JS20 DKQ 2PT is particularly well suited to:

• Beginner electric guitarists

• Developing players

• Rock guitarists

• Hard-rock players

• Metal musicians

• Players learning lead guitar

• Guitarists wanting 24 frets

• Players who prefer humbuckers

• Students wanting a tremolo-equipped instrument

• Guitarists looking for an affordable second guitar

Playing Styles & Applications

The bridge humbucker is an obvious starting point for rock and metal rhythm playing, providing enough output for distorted riffs, power chords and palm-muted parts.

Switching to the neck pickup gives lead lines and melodic playing a thicker, smoother response.

The middle selector position combines both pickups and works well for broader rhythm sounds and cleaner passages.

Because the JS20 offers 24 frets and a flatter upper-register fingerboard, it also provides a good platform for learning bends, tapping, hammer-ons, pull-offs and faster alternate picking.

What Does A 12"-16" Compound Radius Mean?

Fingerboard radius describes how curved the playing surface is.

The JS20 begins with a 12-inch radius near the nut and gradually becomes flatter until it reaches 16 inches towards the highest frets.

This gives you a comfortable lower neck for chords while creating a flatter surface further up for bends and technical lead work.

For a developing guitarist, it is a useful specification because the instrument can accommodate increasingly advanced techniques as your playing progresses.

What Is A Quilted Maple Art Grain Top?

Jackson describes the visual top on the JS20 DKQ as Quilted Maple Art Grain.

It creates the appearance and depth associated with figured quilted maple while allowing the guitar to remain within the accessible JS Series price range.

The Transparent Tobacco Burst finish lets that pattern show through clearly, giving the guitar a more premium appearance than many instruments aimed at newer players.

Looking for advice on choosing your first Jackson, guitar amplifier or rock and metal setup? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.

Story & Context

The Jackson Dinky has become one of the company's most recognisable designs, using a slightly more compact double-cutaway body combined with features aimed towards technically demanding rock and metal playing.

Jackson's identity developed around instruments featuring pointed headstocks, powerful pickups, extended fret access and neck specifications suited to faster styles.

The JS Series brings those design principles into a more accessible part of the Jackson range.

The JS20 DKQ still incorporates useful performance features such as 24 frets, graphite neck reinforcement and compound-radius geometry, giving developing guitarists an instrument with genuine room for progression.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Model	JS Series Dinky JS20 DKQ 2PT
Model Number	2910231582
Series	JS
Orientation	Right-Handed
Number of Strings	6
Finish	Transparent Tobacco Burst
Body Shape	Dinky
Body Finish	Gloss
Body Material	Poplar
Body Top	Quilted Maple Art Grain
Neck Material	Maple
Neck Construction	Bolt-On with Graphite Reinforcement and Scarf Joint
Neck Finish	Satin
Fingerboard	Amaranth
Fingerboard Radius	12"-16" Compound
Fingerboard Binding	White
Scale Length	25.5" / 648 mm
Number of Frets	24
Fret Size	Jumbo
Nut Material	Black Plastic
Nut Width	1.6875" / 42.86 mm
Position Inlays	Pearloid Sharkfin
Side Dots	Black
Truss Rod	Dual-Action Head Adjust
Headstock	Jackson Pointed 6-In-Line
Headstock Binding	White
Bridge Pickup	Jackson High-Output Humbucking
Neck Pickup	Jackson High-Output Humbucking
Pickup Magnets	Ceramic
Pickup Configuration	HH
Controls	Master Volume, Master Tone
Pickup Selector	3-Position Blade
Bridge	2-Point Fulcrum Tremolo
Tuning Machines	Jackson Sealed Die-Cast
Hardware Finish	Black
Pickup Covers	Black
Control Knobs	Dome-Style
Switch Tip	Black
Factory Strings	Nickel-Plated Steel .009–.042

Specification Note

Individual guitar weight can vary naturally between instruments and has not been supplied for the specific guitar.

If exact weight is important to you, contact our team and we can advise on the individual instrument available.

Compatibility & Recommended Pairings

The Jackson JS20 DKQ works particularly well with:

• Modelling practice amplifiers

• Rock and metal amplifiers

• Distortion and overdrive pedals

• Noise gates for higher-gain setups

• Delay and reverb

• Clip-on or pedal tuners

• Quality instrument cables

• Secure guitar straps

Compatible protection options include a Jackson Soloist/Dinky SKB hardshell case or Soloist/Dinky gig bag.

Power Requirements

The Jackson High-Output humbuckers are passive, so the JS20 DKQ requires no battery or external power supply.

Connect the guitar to an amplifier, pedalboard, modeller or audio interface using a standard ¼-inch instrument cable.

Fair Deal Music Expert Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The Jackson JS Series Dinky JS20 DKQ 2PT in Transparent Tobacco Burst is an excellent first or developing electric guitar for someone heading towards rock, hard rock and metal.

The key advantage is how much room the specification leaves for progression. Twenty-four jumbo frets and a compound-radius fingerboard may not be essential on day one, but they become increasingly useful as bends, tapping and faster lead techniques develop.

The ceramic humbuckers make achieving convincing distorted sounds straightforward, while the two-point tremolo gives newer players expressive capability without immediately introducing the additional setup demands of a Floyd Rose.

The Tobacco Burst finish also gives this version a slightly more classic visual character while keeping all the unmistakable Jackson attitude.

Best suited for: Beginners and developing rock or metal players wanting 24 frets, humbuckers and tremolo.

Customers usually upgrade from: Starter-pack electrics, short-scale beginner guitars or basic fixed-bridge instruments.

Most commonly paired with: A modelling practice amplifier, tuner, strap, instrument cable and Jackson Dinky gig bag.

Our tip: Explore all three pickup positions at both clean and distorted amplifier settings. Learning how the pickups interact with gain will help you get far more from the guitar than simply leaving it permanently on the bridge humbucker.

Showroom feedback: The compound-radius fingerboard and 24-fret layout make the JS20 feel like a guitar a developing player can grow into rather than quickly outgrow.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

Based in Birmingham, our experienced musician-led team can help whether you're choosing your first electric guitar, developing your rock or metal setup or looking for the right amplifier and accessories to accompany it.

Buying from Fair Deal Music gives you:

• Expert advice from knowledgeable musicians

• Carefully checked new and pre-owned musical equipment

• A large Birmingham showroom

• Friendly support before and after your purchase

• Secure online ordering

• UK delivery options

• Decades of experience supplying musicians

• Help choosing suitable amplifiers, cases, cables and accessories

• New and pre-owned instrument expertise

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Thinking about upgrading? Your next piece of gear could cost less than you think.

We're always happy to consider part exchanges and trade-ins on a wide range of musical instruments and equipment. Whether you're looking to upgrade your guitar, keyboard, amplifier, drum kit or studio gear, your existing equipment could help reduce the cost of your next purchase.

Simply get in touch with our team for a no-obligation valuation, and we'll be happy to discuss the options available.

It's an easy way to unlock the value of the gear you no longer use while making your next instrument even more affordable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Jackson JS20 DKQ suitable for a beginner?

Yes. Its controls are straightforward, the tremolo is easier to manage than a double-locking system and its 24-fret compound-radius neck gives a developing guitarist plenty of room to progress.

Is this guitar mainly designed for metal?

Rock and metal are obvious strengths because of the high-output humbuckers, but it can also cover alternative, punk, general rock and cleaner playing with suitable amplifier settings.

Are the pickups active?

No. The Jackson High-Output ceramic humbuckers are passive and require no battery.

What is the advantage of having 24 frets?

Twenty-four frets give you two full octaves on every string, providing additional upper-register notes for solos compared with a 21- or 22-fret guitar.

Is the bridge a Floyd Rose?

No. It uses a two-point fulcrum tremolo, giving you expressive pitch movement without a locking nut or the additional setup involved with a Floyd Rose.

Can I tune the guitar to Drop D?

Yes. Drop D is practical with this bridge system. Larger permanent tuning or string-gauge changes may require setup and intonation adjustment.

What is amaranth?

Amaranth is the fingerboard material used on this model. It is paired with white binding and pearloid sharkfin inlays.

What does graphite reinforcement do?

Graphite rods provide additional structural support to the maple neck and help it resist movement caused by environmental changes and string tension.

Is the JS20 suitable for learning lead guitar?

Yes. The 24 jumbo frets and compound-radius fingerboard make it particularly suitable for learning bending, tapping, legato and other modern lead techniques.

Does it require a battery?

No. The electronics are completely passive.

Is a case or gig bag included?

No. Compatible Jackson Dinky cases and gig bags are available separately.

What is different about the Tobacco Burst version?

The core specification is the same JS20 DKQ platform, but the Transparent Tobacco Burst gives the Quilted Maple Art Grain top a warmer, more traditional appearance than the Green or Black Burst versions.