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Jackson JS Series Dinky Minion JS1X Electric Guitar

Jackson JS Series Dinky Minion JS1X Electric Guitar

4.3· 133 ratings

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$219.99at SweetwaterObserved at 11:48 PM

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Our take on the Jackson JS Series Dinky Minion JS1X Electric Guitar

The Jackson JS1X Minion is a short-scale electric guitar with a 22.5-inch scale, about three-quarters the length of a standard guitar. It has a poplar Dinky body, a maple neck with an amaranth fingerboard, and two humbuckers with a three-way switch. The short scale and light body make it easy for smaller hands and for travel. Its best new price is $179.99 at eBay as of November 4, 2026, with four stores listing it new.

Best forKids and teens with smaller handsTravel and practice guitarPlayers who want a compact backupBeginners who want a humbucker rock tone
Pros
  • 22.5-inch scale is comfortable for small hands
  • Light poplar body is easy to hold and pack
  • Two humbuckers give a full rock tone
  • Gloss finish and pointy Dinky shape look the part
  • Low price for a Jackson-branded guitar
Cons
  • Short scale means looser string tension and different feel
  • Amaranth fingerboard is a budget wood, not rosewood
  • Stock strings and setup are basic
  • Not a full-size guitar for adult players used to 25.5-inch scale

Jackson JS Series Dinky Minion JS1X Electric Guitar prices at every store

  • SweetwaterNew

    In stock

    $219.99Observed at 11:48 PM
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  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $229.99Observed at 11:48 PM
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  • WalmartNew

    In stockSold by Austin Bazaar

    $229.99Observed at 11:48 PM
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  • eBayNew

    In stockSold by geartree

    $229.99Observed at 11:48 PM
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Jackson JS Series Dinky Minion JS1X Electric Guitar price history

Lowest price we've seen: $174.98 on Nov 4 at zZounds. Tracked across 12 stores since Nov 4.

What reviewers say

Owners rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 133 ratings. Most praise it as a fun, affordable short-scale guitar for kids and travel, though some note it needs a setup out of the box.

Pros
  • Great size for kids and small hands
  • Good value for the price
  • Solid humbucker sound for rock
  • Light and easy to carry
Cons
  • Setup and intonation need adjusting out of the box
  • Short scale feels unusual to adult players
  • Fretwork and hardware are basic

Specifications

Handedness
Right-handed
Instrument Type
Guitar
Sub Type
Electric
Nut Width
1.625" (41.3 mm)
Nut Material
Black Plastic
Body Orientation
Right-Handed
Body Type
Solid body
Body Material
Poplar
Top Material
Poplar
Body Construction
Solid Body
Body Scale Length
22.5"
Body Shape
Dinky
Body Finish
Gloss
Body Semi-Hollow
No
Body Cutaway
Yes
Pickup Configuration
HH
Tone Woods
Maple, Poplar
Number Of Strings
6
String Gauge
.009-.042 Gauges
String Material
Nickel Plated Steel
String Manufacturer
NPS
Fingerboard Wood
Amaranth
Neck Wood
Maple
Top Wood
Poplar

Questions and answers

Is the JS1X Minion good for a beginner?
Yes, if the player is a child or has small hands. The 22.5-inch scale is shorter and easier to fret than a full-size guitar, and the two humbuckers suit rock and metal.
How does it compare to a full-size Dinky?
It is about three-quarters the length of a standard Dinky. The shorter scale makes bends easier but gives looser string tension, so it feels different from a 25.5-inch guitar.
What strings does it use?
It ships with .009-.042 nickel-plated steel strings. Standard 9-gauge electric strings work fine as replacements.
Is it right-handed only?
Yes, this model is right-handed. Jackson does not offer a left-handed version of the JS1X Minion.
When is it cheapest?
The best new price seen is $179.99 at eBay as of November 4, 2026. Short-scale guitars often drop around holiday sales, so watch listings then.
Where is the Jackson JS Series Dinky Minion JS1X Electric Guitar cheapest?
At Sweetwater, for $219.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Jackson JS Series Dinky Minion JS1X Electric Guitar?
Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 133 ratings.
Where can I buy the Jackson JS Series Dinky Minion JS1X Electric Guitar?
12 stores we checked sell it, including Sweetwater, Best Buy, Walmart, eBay, American Musical Supply.

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