Head to head
Jackson JS Series Dinky JS11Q vs Jackson JS Series Dinky JS11Q
They are closely matched on paper, so the differences are in the detail. Below, every specification we hold for both instruments is lined up, with the 4 rows that actually differ marked out.
JS Series Dinky JS11Q
Transparent Black, Austin Bazaar starter bundle
Everything a first metal player needs, in one box
JS Series Dinky JS11Q
Transparent Red, Austin Bazaar bundle without amplifier
The same JS11Q in red — but check what is in the box before you choose
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Score profile
Six editorial axes, overlaid. Where one shape sits outside the other, that is where the instrument gains ground.
- Jackson JS Series Dinky JS11Q7.0
- Jackson JS Series Dinky JS11Q6.8
Scores are Fretline editorial ratings on a 1-10 scale. They are our own assessment and are not supplied or endorsed by Amazon or by any manufacturer.
Specification by specification
| JS Series Dinky JS11Q | JS Series Dinky JS11Q | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Jackson | Jackson |
| Model | JS Series Dinky JS11Q | JS Series Dinky JS11Q |
| Finish | Transparent Black, Austin Bazaar starter bundle | Transparent Red, Austin Bazaar bundle without amplifier |
| Instrument | Electric guitar | Electric guitar |
| Fretline score | 7.0 / 10 | 6.8 / 10 |
| Value for money | 9 / 10 | 8 / 10 |
| Amazon rating | — | — |
| Price | Under $300 | Under $300 |
| Type | Electric guitar | Electric guitar |
| Body | Dinky solidbody | Dinky solidbody |
| Body wood | Poplar | Poplar |
| Top | Quilted art-grain veneer | Quilted art-grain veneer |
| Neck joint | Bolt-on speed neck, scarf joint with graphite reinforcement | Bolt-on speed neck, scarf joint with graphite reinforcement |
| Neck wood | Maple | Maple |
| Scale length | 25.5" (648 mm) | 25.5" (648 mm) |
| Fingerboard | Amaranth | Amaranth |
| Radius | 12" (305 mm) | 12" (305 mm) |
| Frets | 22 | 22 |
| Fret size | Jumbo | Jumbo |
| Nut | Black plastic | Black plastic |
| Nut width | 1.6875" (42.86 mm) | 1.6875" (42.86 mm) |
| Bridge | Synchronised fulcrum tremolo | Synchronised fulcrum tremolo |
| Tuners | Die-cast | Die-cast |
| Neck pickup | Jackson high-output ceramic humbucking | Jackson high-output ceramic humbucking |
| Bridge pickup | Jackson high-output ceramic humbucking | Jackson high-output ceramic humbucking |
| Configuration | HH | HH |
| Electronics | Passive, ceramic magnets | Passive, ceramic magnets |
| Controls | Volume, tone | Volume, tone |
| Switching | 3-way toggle | 3-way toggle |
| Orientation | Right-handed | Right-handed |
| Skill level | Beginner | Beginner |
| Styles | Metal, Rock, Punk, Prog | Metal, Rock, Punk, Prog |
| In the box | Fender Frontman 10G practice amplifier, Gig bag, Clip-on tuner, Strap, Instrument cable, Picks, Austin Bazaar instructional DVD | Gig bag, Clip-on tuner, Strap, Instrument cable, Picks, Austin Bazaar instructional DVD |
A marked row is one where the two differ. A highlighted cell is the stronger figure where one can be judged objectively. Empty cells are specifications the manufacturer does not publish — never estimates.
Which one should you buy?
Computed from the specifications and our editorial scores for these two instruments only. It is not a general ranking.
Best value
Jackson JS Series Dinky JS11QHighest editorial value-for-money score of the instruments compared.
Most versatile
Jackson JS Series Dinky JS11QHighest editorial versatility score, backed by pickup layout and switching.
Most comfortable
Jackson JS Series Dinky JS11QHighest editorial comfort score: neck profile, radius and body ergonomics.
Best for beginners
Jackson JS Series Dinky JS11QStrongest overall score among the instruments we rate as beginner-friendly.
Best for rock
Jackson JS Series Dinky JS11QStrongest overall score among the instruments suited to rock.
Best for metal
Jackson JS Series Dinky JS11QStrongest overall score among the instruments suited to metal.
Best for the studio
Jackson JS Series Dinky JS11QBuild and tone scores combined, with credit for tuning-stability hardware that matters when tracking.
Scores are Fretline editorial ratings on a 1-10 scale. They are our own assessment and are not supplied or endorsed by Amazon or by any manufacturer.
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