Dinky: JS30 vs DX10

[BenoA]

Hi everyone,

I'm looking for a second guitar to go with my trusted Charvel Model 4.

I recently played a cheap JS1 and was very surprised by how nice it was. As i wanted another guitar with locking tremolo, i went to the Jackson web site and saw both, the JS30 and DX10 that seems in the same categorie and a few phone calls in local shops after, both the JS30 and DX10 are also similar in price.

SO can anyone comments on these guitars: JS30 and DX10???

Or should i spent a bit more and go for a model like the DXMG???

Hope to hear from some of you.

Rock on!!! [img]/images/graemlins/headbang.gif[/img]

[Widowmaker]

Re: Dinky: JS30 vs DX10

Or should i spent a bit more and go for a model like the DXMG???

In a word. Yes.
Sharkfins and binding. Little differences that make the guitar look much more expensive and nice.

[TheSteveMan]

Re: Dinky: JS30 vs DX10

Well, he doesn't necessarily need it to look more expensive, just wants another guitar to go with his Model 4 [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]

I personally would put my vote on the DX10D for reliability, but I have almost no experience with the JS models..
Are the DXs still made in Japan? I can't seem to remember...

[JBall008]

Re: Dinky: JS30 vs DX10

Get another Model 4 off the bay!

[BenoA]

Re: Dinky: JS30 vs DX10

[ QUOTE ]
Get another Model 4 off the bay!

[/ QUOTE ]

I tought about it but i do love the DX10 Transparent Red, the Shark Fin inlays and the reverse headstock. [img]/images/graemlins/headbang.gif[/img]

As for the Duncan Designed, if ever i don't like the bridge i have a Dimarzio ToneZone that is waiting a new home...

So i'm mostly curious how "quality wise" are those cheap Jackson...

[JBall008]

Re: Dinky: JS30 vs DX10

Didn't somebody have a DX10 in red for sale on this board a while back? Anyone?

[hunter1970]

Re: Dinky: JS30 vs DX10

[ QUOTE ]
Didn't somebody have a DX10 in red for sale on this board a while back? Anyone?

[/ QUOTE ]

There may have been but junior members don't know this kind of information,remember. [img]/images/graemlins/nono.gif[/img]

[THETRIUMPHOFSTEEL]

Re: Dinky: JS30 vs DX10

Dude, go the DX10D for sure! The JS30's are just fine quality wise, but for just a pitance more$$ you can get a Japanese built alder guitar with sharkies and Duncan Design pups; that's much better value in my book than an Indian built Cedro guitar with dots and Indian pickups...

[kuerbo]

Re: Dinky: JS30 vs DX10

DXMG all the way. You won't regret it.

[Koz]

Re: Dinky: JS30 vs DX10

I'd have to vote for the DXMG too...it's just a great guitar all around. I owned a DX10 in the past and had no complaints, but if you can afford either, get the DXMG.

[BenoA]

Re: Dinky: JS30 vs DX10

Tow Qs for you guys:

- What's the main difference between the DX10 and DXMG except the PUs???

- Would it be possible to install a Drop-D thing on the Floyds of these guitars???

[Widowmaker]

Re: Dinky: JS30 vs DX10

sharkfins?

Like a D-tuna? Probably so.

[kuerbo]

Re: Dinky: JS30 vs DX10

Sharkfins
Reverse Headstock
Pickups

I've owned one from 2001 and haven't got palns to sell it. It feels just right to me.

[thetroy]

Re: Dinky: JS30 vs DX10

DXMG has bound neck + headstock and different pickups. I think it's the same quality but a much better looking guitar than a dx10d

[Koz]

Re: Dinky: JS30 vs DX10

[ QUOTE ]
Sharkfins
Reverse Headstock
Pickups

I've owned one from 2001 and haven't got palns to sell it. It feels just right to me.

[/ QUOTE ]

Same with me...the necks between the two guitars didn't feel all that much different, but the DXMG just feels "right" for me. And I definitely prefered the HZs over the DD pups.