Jackson JS20 DKQ 2PT TR Green

Jackson JS20 DKQ 2PT TR Green review

The Jackson JS20 DKQ 2PT TR Green is a budget-priced Dinky electric guitar with a 24-fret layout, two high-output humbuckers, and a two-point tremolo. Its listed price is $235. The combination gives it a clear focus: a comfortable-feeling platform for rock and heavier styles, with the hardware and neck design aimed at players who want to move quickly across the fingerboard.

Its finish is listed as Transparent Green in the detailed specifications and Green Burst in the product summary. Both descriptions point to a green finish, but the naming differs, so it is worth checking the seller's photos and listing before ordering. The top is quilted maple art grain over a poplar body. The figured pattern gives the guitar a more decorative appearance than a plain solid-color instrument, while the body wood keeps the construction within the affordable segment.

Neck and playability

The bolt-on maple neck carries an amaranth fingerboard with pearloid sharkfin inlays. There are 24 jumbo frets, and the compound radius changes from 12 inches to 16 inches along the board. That flatter upper-fret area is designed to suit bends and fast lead playing, while the rounder lower section offers a more curved surface for chord work. The specification describes the design, but the feel will still depend on personal preference and setup.

The 25.51-inch scale is a familiar full-length specification. Nut width is 1.69 inches, with a Floyd Rose-licensed Jackson nut. Jackson sealed die-cast tuners complete the tuning hardware. Taken together, these details make the instrument a sensible candidate for players who want a conventional electric-guitar scale and a neck set up for both chords and lead lines.

Player feedback is particularly positive about the neck's ease of use. One owner described bends and legato as comfortable, including for beginner and intermediate players. Another praised the compound radius for smooth shredding. These are individual impressions rather than a guarantee of how the guitar will feel to everyone, but they support the intended fast-playing character of the design.

Pickups, controls, and tremolo

The JS20 DKQ uses two Jackson high-output humbuckers in an HH configuration. Controls consist of one volume knob, one tone knob, and a three-way pickup switch. This is a straightforward control layout: the switch selects between the available pickup positions, while the two knobs handle overall level and tone. The supplied information does not specify pickup output measurements or additional switching options, so buyers should not expect coil splitting or other unlisted features.

A two-point fulcrum tremolo is fitted at the bridge. One owner called the unit solid, and another highlighted it as part of the guitar's appeal. Tremolo feel and tuning stability can depend on setup, string condition, and how heavily the arm is used. The listed strings are nickel-plated steel in.009,.042 gauge, a light set that suits bends and may be a familiar starting point for lead-focused players.

Build, finish, and what comes in the box

The body is poplar, topped with quilted maple art grain, and the neck is maple. Black hardware provides contrast against the green finish. The specifications identify a Dinky body shape and a bolt-on neck joint. No bag or case is included, so budget for separate protection if you need to transport or store the guitar in a padded case.

Customer reports describe instruments arriving well adjusted and ready to play, with no production defects noticed by those buyers. One family was pleased enough with its first guitar to order a second. Those accounts are encouraging, though individual setup and inspection results can vary. A quick check of fret ends, tuning, tremolo balance, and pickup operation after delivery remains sensible for any instrument in this price range.

Verdict

At $235, the Jackson JS20 DKQ 2PT TR Green brings together a figured top, 24 jumbo frets, a compound-radius fingerboard, dual high-output humbuckers, and a two-point tremolo. Its strongest case is the combination of a lead-friendly neck design and practical hardware at a low price. The available feedback backs up its reputation as an easy-playing, attractive budget guitar, while the lack of an included bag or case is a straightforward extra cost. Players who want a fast-feeling Dinky with a green figured look should find it worth considering, after confirming the exact finish name and checking the setup on arrival.