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The Jackson X Series Dinky DK3XR HSS Electric Guitar provides an unparalleled performance experience for the price-conscious guitarist looking to push the boundaries of metal. Boasting a poplar body with a sculpted cutaway heel for effortless access to upper frets, this ax is built for fast, intricate playing. The bolt-on maple neck features a compound radius laurel fingerboard, 24 jumbo frets, and Jackson's Speed Profile for a familiar, fast feel.

Loaded Pickup Trio Delivers Aggressive Tone

Routed for an HSS configuration, the Dinky DK3XR is equipped with a trio of Jackson pickups selected for their ability to produce an aggressive tone. The Jackson high-output humbucker in the bridge position provides rich, saturated tone with ample overdrive and sustain for lead playing. The single-coil middle and neck pickups produce a distinctive single-coil tone, allowing you to explore a range of sounds from spanky cleans to crunchy rhythm. A 5-way blade switch and master volume and tone controls offer even more tonal variety.

Floyd Rose Special Bridge Enables Dive-Bombing

No shred machine would be complete without a Floyd Rose bridge and the Dinky DK3XR features a Floyd Rose Special—an officially licensed version of the legendary double-locking tremolo bridge system. The Floyd Rose Special allows for radical dive-bombing effects and ultra-stable tuning, enabling the most extreme whammy bar workouts.

Sleek Style and Premium Appointments

With its sculpted poplar body, color-matched reverse pointed Jackson headstock and black hardware, the Dinky DK3XR has a sleek style that matches its tone. Premium appointments like rolled fretboard edges, die-cast tuners and strap buttons provide enhanced playability, tuning stability and comfort. Available in cobalt blue, neon green and gloss black, the Dinky DK3XR delivers high-performance tone and style at an affordable price.

Jackson X Series Dinky DK3XR HSS Electric Guitar Caution Yellow
Jackson X Series Dinky DK3XR HSS Electric Guitar Caution Yellow
Jackson X Series Dinky DK3XR HSS Electric Guitar Caution Yellow

collapse expand iconFeatures

  • Poplar body with a gloss finish
  • Bolt-on maple neck with a satin finish
  • Laurel fingerboard with 24 jumbo frets and pearloid sharkfin inlays
  • Jackson high-output humbucker at the bridge and single-coil pickups at the middle and neck
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Body
  • Body Type: Double-cutaway solid body
  • Body wood: Poplar
  • Body finish: Gloss
Neck
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 25.5"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Neck finish: Satin
Fingerboard
  • Material: Laurel
  • Radius: Compound
  • Fret size: Jumbo
  • Number of frets: 24
  • Inlays: Pearloid sharkfin
  • Nut width/material: 1.687"/Locking
Electronics
  • Configuration: HSS
  • Neck: Proprietary single coil
  • Middle: Proprietary single coil
  • Bridge: Proprietary humbucker
  • Control layout: Master volume, Master tone
  • Pickup switch: 5-way
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Tremolo/Vibrato
  • Bridge design: Locking
  • Tuning machines: Sealed die-cast
  • Color: Black
Other
  • Number of strings: 6 string
  • Orientation: Right-handed
  • Country of origin: Indonesia

collapse expand iconWarranty

Limited lifetime warranty against defects for guitars purchased after 1/1/2000.
One year parts and labor warranty for guitars purchased before 1/1/2000.

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4.29

7 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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Best Uses
  1. Jamming6
  2. Practicing6
  3. Small Venues4
  4. Recording3
  5. Rock Concerts3
Cons
  1. Craftsmanship1
  2. Reverse headstock (subjective)1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced4
  2. Professional Musician2
  3. Novice1
Pros
  1. Good Feel7
  2. Fun To Play6
  3. Good Tone4
  4. Good Pick Up3
  5. Solid Electronics3
  • Love it with a couple exceptions..

    4

    submitted8 months ago

    byAidan

    fromSacramento

    I love Jackson guitars- Bought this bad boy in Neon Green pretty much for the looks, and the HSS config to diversify my sound; all my other rigs are HH. Bought A JS32 DKAM in gloss black for $200 less, earlier this year. The biggest difference is build quality. The Green Dinky has small gaps where the neck is bolted to the body, and if you look closely it's a pretty shoddy fit. The black DKAM neck fits into it's body like a glove, no gaps, no signs of paint missing. Doesn't affect tone, but it does lessen my opinion of it. Additionally, this Dinky model does not allow for access to the tremolo bar tension adjustment under the back plate, near the claw, whereas the DKAM does. I have to say, I would not buy this guitar again, but it is not my least favorite rig. With this build quality, the guitar should cost less money. All that said, it has a great shreddy strat tone and I really actually do like the feel of the laurel fingerboard and the fast Jackson neck. Not to mention it just looks freaking cool.

  • Excellent quality for the price

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byOptimus

    fromKentucky

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Pros: tremolo is better than you think it would be. I gave it a workout and it held tune pretty well. Neck is fantastic, comparable to Ibanez necks in the rg550 range. Doesn't make it play better but the color combo is great (have the cobalt blue). Comfortable access to the higher frets. Pickups are reasonable but will likely get switched at some point, though no rush. Cons: not a fan of the reverse headstock.

  • Alot of guitar for the price....

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byJames

    fromOklahoma

    Historically, I replace Jackson pickups soon as I get a Jackson home. Not this time. I was very pleasantly surprised. I play in an 80's hair band and this guitar is perfect for the genre. Tone and playability are both spot on. The Floyd is also very stable. Once I give the strings a stretch and tune up, it's good to go for an entire show. Buying another one to have as a backup.

  • Awesome guitar

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byMichael

    fromFairbanks, Alaska

    Plays great right out of the box. Action is really nice. The single coil pickups have a nice strat sound. Humbucker sounds amazing.

  • Nice guitar for the price, with one flaw.

    3

    submitted3 years ago

    byChris

    fromChattanooga, TN

    I bought this guitar because of the Floyd Rose, pickup configuration, and aesthetic. Just wanted something to play 80's rock on. I have enjoyed playing this guitar unplugged. Haven't really played it plugged in because the 1/4" jack is too tight and spits the cable right back out. Not sure what's wrong with it because I've never run into this particular problem before. Other than that, the craftsmanship seems pretty nice for the price point. Fret edges were clean and smooth. Neck feels nice. Can't tell how hot the pickups are. Hope my review helps you.

  • I'm going to buy another one in another color

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byJohn

    fromSavannah, Mo

    Great guitar

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byJames

    fromundisclosed

    Thats the Radius?

    Thats the Radius?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    12"-16" compound radius.
  • asked byIsaac

    fromLyman, Sc

    Does this come with a case

    Does this come with a case

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Unfortunately, no. Please give us a call to help you find something – 855-770-3373
  • asked byTexas

    fromKY

    Is the Floyd rose bridge cheap or good and reliable?

    Is the Floyd rose bridge cheap or good and reliable?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    It's a nice one.
  • asked byHouston

    fromHopkinsville, KY

    What would be better this guitar or the bc rich warlock extreme Floyd rose I'm looking for a guitar that can about play anything but mainly Motley Crue, GNR, Metallica, and Van Halen

    What would be better this guitar or the bc rich warlock extreme Floyd rose I'm looking for a guitar that can about play anything but mainly Motley Crue, GNR, Metallica, and Van Halen

    Open Reply - Thomas
    They'll both do what you want.
  • asked byErika

    fromRiverside ca

    I'm looking for a thin and light neck 
Could you tell me if this guitar has that I have small hands

    I'm looking for a thin and light neck Could you tell me if this guitar has that I have small hands

    Open Reply - Thomas
    This needs a little bit of discussion. Please give us a call 855-770-3373 It's a good choice. There are many others.
  • asked byNancy the Newbie

    fromBarstow, CA

    Made in...China?

    Made in...China?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar was made in Indonesia.
  • asked byJason

    fromBarnegat new jersey

    Any eta on the arrival of these?

    Any eta on the arrival of these?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Please contact our Customer Service agents to get an updated Back Order time frame