Jackson JS Series Dinky JS20 DKQ 2PT – Transparent Green Burst

Quick Product Summary

The Jackson JS Series Dinky JS20 DKQ 2PT in Transparent Green Burst brings classic Jackson high-performance styling and playability into an accessible electric guitar aimed at new players, developing guitarists and anyone looking for an affordable rock and metal instrument.

Its compact poplar Dinky body features a Quilted Maple Art Grain top beneath the Transparent Green Burst finish, giving the guitar a much more dramatic appearance than a straightforward solid-colour beginner instrument.

The bolt-on maple neck features graphite reinforcement and a scarf joint, while the bound amaranth fingerboard combines a 12"-16" compound radius with 24 jumbo frets. That specification gives beginners room to develop while providing the flatter upper-register feel preferred for bends, fast lead work and modern playing techniques.

Two Jackson High-Output ceramic humbuckers provide the thicker, powerful sound required for distorted rock and metal tones, controlled through a simple three-way blade selector, master volume and master tone.

Finished with black hardware, Jackson's pointed six-in-line headstock and classic pearloid sharkfin inlays, the JS20 DKQ 2PT delivers unmistakable Jackson attitude at an approachable price.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Jackson
Model	JS Series Dinky JS20 DKQ 2PT
Model Number	2910211587
Finish	Transparent Green Burst
Condition	New
Body	Poplar
Top	Quilted Maple Art Grain
Fingerboard	Amaranth
Frets	24 Jumbo
Pickups	2 x Jackson High-Output Humbuckers
Bridge	2-Point Fulcrum Tremolo
Main Appeal	Affordable Jackson performance with dual humbuckers and 24 frets
Best For	Rock, metal, hard rock, learning and developing players

What's Included?

• Jackson JS Series Dinky JS20 DKQ 2PT in Transparent Green 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 that obvious functional or setup issues can be identified prior to dispatch.

For the Jackson JS20 DKQ 2PT, our assessment includes:

• Neck relief and general action

• Fret condition

• Pickup output and balance

• Three-way pickup selector

• Volume and tone controls

• Output connection

• Tuning machine operation

• Tremolo operation

• 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 after arrival can occasionally be required 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 normal operation.

If you intend to make a substantial change to the factory string gauge or tuning, a setup adjustment may be beneficial.

Why Choose The Jackson JS20 DKQ 2PT?

Classic Jackson Dinky Shape

The Dinky body gives you Jackson's familiar double-cutaway performance shape in slightly more compact proportions than a traditional S-style electric.

It is particularly comfortable for players who spend long periods practising seated or standing and gives the guitar an unmistakably modern rock appearance.

24 Jumbo Frets

With a full 24-fret fingerboard, you have two complete octaves available on each string.

That gives developing players room to explore higher-register solos and techniques without immediately outgrowing the instrument's fret range.

Compound-Radius Fingerboard

The amaranth fingerboard moves from a 12-inch radius near the nut to 16 inches higher up the neck.

The rounder lower section remains comfortable for chords and rhythm playing, while the flatter upper register provides additional room for string bends and faster lead techniques.

Graphite-Reinforced Maple Neck

Jackson reinforces the bolt-on maple neck with graphite rods.

This adds additional stability to a part of the guitar that naturally responds to changes in temperature, humidity and string tension, making it a useful feature at this price level.

Dual High-Output Humbuckers

The two Jackson humbuckers use ceramic magnets and are designed to provide the stronger output and thicker sound associated with rock and metal guitars.

The bridge pickup provides the attack needed for riffs and power chords, while the neck pickup gives leads and melodic playing a fuller voice.

Two-Point Fulcrum Tremolo

The two-point tremolo gives players the ability to add vibrato and pitch movement without moving to the additional setup complexity of a double-locking Floyd Rose system.

For someone learning how to use a tremolo-equipped guitar, it provides a useful balance between expressive capability and everyday simplicity.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

Jackson JS20 DKQ 2PT vs Jackson JS22 Dinky

Both are accessible routes into Jackson's Dinky range, but the JS20 DKQ 2PT stands out with its Quilted Maple Art Grain appearance and two-point fulcrum tremolo.

It is a strong option if visual impact and straightforward tremolo use are important.

Jackson JS20 DKQ 2PT vs Charvel Pro-Mod Dinky

A Charvel Pro-Mod is aimed at a significantly higher specification and price level, with premium pickups, hardware and construction details.

The JS20 makes more sense for beginners and developing players who want the general high-performance Dinky concept without jumping immediately into professional-level expenditure.

Jackson JS20 DKQ 2PT vs Traditional S-Style Beginner Guitar

A traditional S-style guitar often emphasises clean single-coil sounds and vintage-inspired feel.

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

Jackson JS20 DKQ 2PT vs Floyd Rose-Equipped Jackson

A Floyd Rose provides far more extreme tremolo possibilities and excellent tuning stability when correctly set up, but it also makes string changes and tuning adjustments more involved.

The two-point JS20 is the more approachable choice for players who want tremolo capability without needing to learn a double-locking system immediately.

Who Is It For?

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

• Beginner electric guitarists

• Developing players

• Rock and hard-rock guitarists

• Metal players

• Students wanting 24 frets

• Players learning lead guitar techniques

• Guitarists wanting dual humbuckers

• Players who prefer a modern compound-radius fingerboard

• Musicians looking for an affordable second guitar

• Anyone attracted to classic Jackson styling without a premium price

Playing Styles & Applications

The dual-humbucker configuration makes the JS20 particularly comfortable with distortion and higher-gain amplifier settings.

The bridge pickup is the obvious starting point for rock riffs, palm-muted rhythm playing and power chords, while the neck pickup provides a thicker sound for sustained solos.

Both pickups together give a broader middle option that works well for general rhythm playing and cleaner parts.

The 24-fret neck and compound radius make the guitar especially relevant for players learning techniques such as bends, hammer-ons, pull-offs, tapping and faster alternate picking.

It is also perfectly usable as a general-purpose practice guitar, so a beginner does not need to be exclusively interested in metal to benefit from the specification.

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

A fingerboard radius describes how curved the playing surface is from one side of the neck to the other.

On this Jackson, the fingerboard begins at 12 inches near the nut and gradually becomes flatter until it reaches 16 inches towards the upper frets.

The idea is to combine comfortable lower-position chord playing with a flatter upper register that provides more room for string bends and technical lead work.

It is a feature more commonly associated with performance-focused guitars and gives the JS20 plenty of room for a developing guitarist's technique to grow.

What Is The Quilted Maple Art Grain Top?

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

Its purpose is to give the front of the guitar the visual character associated with figured quilt-style tops while retaining the affordable poplar-body construction of the JS Series.

Under the Transparent Green Burst finish, the patterned top gives this particular JS20 considerably more visual depth than a conventional opaque beginner guitar.

Story & Context

The Jackson Dinky has become one of the brand's most recognisable double-cutaway shapes, built around a compact body and playing features aimed squarely at rock and metal guitarists.

Jackson's wider design philosophy has long favoured pointed headstocks, extended upper-fret access, powerful pickups and neck specifications suited to technically demanding playing.

The JS Series takes those recognisable Jackson ideas and makes them available at a more accessible price, giving newer players instruments that still look and feel connected to the brand's performance-focused identity.

The JS20 DKQ 2PT is a good example of that approach: 24 frets, compound-radius geometry, graphite neck reinforcement and dual humbuckers give a developing guitarist useful features rather than simply an entry-level visual imitation.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Model	JS Series Dinky JS20 DKQ 2PT
Model Number	2910211587
Series	JS
Orientation	Right-Handed
Number of Strings	6
Finish	Transparent Green 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
Neck Binding	White
Scale Length	25.5" / 647.7 mm
Fingerboard	Amaranth
Fingerboard Radius	12"-16" Compound
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
Headstock	Jackson Pointed 6-In-Line
Headstock Binding	White
Truss Rod	Dual-Action Head Adjust
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
Strap Buttons	Standard
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 2PT works particularly well with:

• Rock and metal practice amplifiers

• Digital modelling amplifiers

• Distortion and overdrive pedals

• Noise gates for higher-gain setups

• Delay and reverb

• Clip-on or pedal tuner

• Quality instrument cable

• Secure guitar strap

Compatible protection options include Jackson Soloist/Dinky-format gig bags and hardshell cases designed for the Dinky body shape.

Power Requirements

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

Connect the guitar to a suitable 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 Green Burst is a very strong beginner and developing-player guitar for anyone leaning towards rock, metal and modern lead playing.

The important thing is that Jackson has not limited the specification purely because this sits in the accessible JS range. You still get a compound-radius neck, 24 jumbo frets, graphite reinforcement, dual humbuckers and a proper two-point tremolo.

That gives a beginner plenty of room to develop without immediately needing a different guitar once faster lead techniques or heavier sounds become part of their playing.

The Transparent Green Burst and Quilted Maple Art Grain top also give it considerably more visual character than many instruments at this level.

Best suited for: Beginners and developing rock or metal players wanting a comfortable 24-fret guitar with humbuckers and tremolo.

Customers usually upgrade from: First-generation starter guitars, short-scale beginner instruments or basic fixed-bridge electrics.

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

Our tip: A sensible amplifier with several usable gain levels will help you get far more from this guitar than simply running maximum distortion all the time. The neck and combined pickup settings are well worth exploring for cleaner sounds.

Showroom feedback: The compound-radius fingerboard and 24-fret layout make the JS20 feel like a guitar a newer player can grow into rather than something designed only for the first few months of learning.

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, moving into rock and metal playing or putting together a complete guitar and amplifier setup.

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, strings and accessories

• New and pre-owned instrument expertise

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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 2PT suitable for a beginner?

Yes. The control layout is simple, the neck is comfortable and the two-point tremolo is considerably easier to understand than a full double-locking system. Its 24-fret compound-radius fingerboard also gives a developing player plenty of room to progress.

Is the JS20 mainly for metal?

Metal and hard rock are obvious strengths because of the high-output humbuckers, but it can also cover general rock, alternative, punk and cleaner styles by changing pickup selection and amplifier settings.

Are the pickups active?

No. The Jackson High-Output humbuckers are passive ceramic pickups, so they require no battery.

What is the advantage of 24 frets?

Twenty-four frets give you a full two-octave range on each string and additional high-register notes for solos compared with a traditional 21- or 22-fret guitar.

Is the tremolo a Floyd Rose?

No. This model uses a two-point fulcrum tremolo rather than a double-locking Floyd Rose system. It provides expressive pitch movement with a simpler setup.

Can I use the guitar in Drop D?

Yes. Drop D is straightforward on this style of tremolo, although any major permanent change in tuning or string gauge can affect the setup and intonation.

What is amaranth?

Amaranth is the fingerboard material used on this model. Jackson pairs it with white binding, pearloid sharkfin inlays and a compound radius for a distinctly performance-focused neck.

Why is graphite used in the neck?

Graphite reinforcement adds additional structural stability to the maple neck, helping it resist movement caused by environmental and string-tension changes.

Is this suitable for learning lead guitar?

Yes. The 24 jumbo frets, compound radius and high upper-fret range make it particularly well suited to players learning bends, legato, tapping and faster lead techniques.