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The Jackson JS Series guitars are a great choice for guitar lovers on a budget. They offer classic Jackson tone, style, and playability without costing a fortune. The JS22 DKA Dinky Archtop model features a poplar body with an arched top, giving it a unique look and sound. The bolt - on maple speed neck with graphite reinforcement provides stability and smooth playability. The 12” - 16” compound - radius amaranth fingerboard with 24 jumbo frets and pearloid sharkfin inlays makes it easy to play fast solos. It comes with a pair of Jackson high - output humbucking pickups with ceramic magnets. These pickups produce a clear and powerful tone that can be adjusted using a three - way toggle switch, single volume, and tone controls. All - black hardware, including a synchronized fulcrum tremolo bridge, standard strap buttons, and die - cast tuners, adds to its stylish appearance. This guitar is available in four attractive finishes: Metallic Blue, Natural Oil, Satin Black, or Snow White. General: SERIES: JS; ORIENTATION: Right - Hand; COLOR: Metallic Blue; COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: CN. Neck: HEADSTOCK: Jackson® Pointed 6 - In - Line; HEADSTOCK BINDING: White; NECK MATERIAL: Maple; NECK FINISH: Satin; NECK CONSTRUCTION: Bolt - On with Graphite Reinforcement and Scarf Joint; FINGERBOARD RADIUS: 12' - 16' Compound Radius (304.8 mm to 406.4 mm); FINGERBOARD MATERIAL: Amaranth; POSITION INLAYS: Pearloid Sharkfin; NUMBER OF FRETS: 24; TRUSS ROD: Dual - Action; TRUSS ROD NUT: Truss Rod Adjustment at Nut; STRING NUT: Black Plastic; NUT WIDTH: 1.6875' (42.86 mm); NUT MATERIAL: Black Plastic. Body: BODY: Poplar; BODY FINISH: Gloss; BODY SHAPE: Dinky®; BODY MATERIAL: Poplar. Hardware: BRIDGE: 2 - Point Fulcrum Tremolo; PICKGUARD: None; PICKUP COVERS: Black; CONTROL KNOBS: Dome - Style; SWITCH TIP: Black; HARDWARE FINISH: Black; TUNING MACHINES: Jackson® Sealed Die - Cast; STRINGS: Nickel Plated Steel (.009 -.042 Gauges); TREMOLO ARM: Standard; NECK PLATE: Jackson®; STRAP BUTTONS: Standard. Electronics: BRIDGE PICKUP: Jackson® High - Output Humbucking; NECK PICKUP: Jackson® High - Output Humbucking; PICKUP CONFIGURATION: HH; CONTROLS: Volume, Tone; SWITCHING: 3 - Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup. Measurements: FRET SIZE: Jumbo; SCALE LENGTH: 25.5' (64.77 cm). Additional Information: PLU: 2910124527
Using your Jackson JS22 DKA Dinky Archtop Electric Guitar is a breeze. First, tune your guitar using the die - cast tuners. You can use a guitar tuner app on your phone or a physical tuner. The three - way toggle switch allows you to choose between different pickup combinations. Position 1 gives you the bridge pickup for a bright and punchy sound, great for lead solos. Position 2 combines both the bridge and neck pickups for a balanced tone, suitable for rhythm playing. Position 3 uses the neck pickup, which has a warmer and smoother sound. Use the volume and tone controls to adjust the sound according to your preference. When it comes to maintenance, keep your guitar clean. Use a soft cloth to wipe the body, neck, and strings after each use. This helps prevent dirt and sweat from building up. You can also use a guitar polish to keep the body looking shiny. Check the truss rod regularly to ensure the neck is straight. If you notice any buzzing or fretting out, you might need to adjust it, but it's best to have a professional do it if you're not experienced. Store your guitar in a cool, dry place. Avoid leaving it in direct sunlight or in a very humid environment, as this can damage the wood and the electronics.
