Jackson DKA-EX Review

[@TonberryGames]

Got this for $500 at Guitar Center. Been having a lot of fun with it, love the wide neck, only complaint I have is the FR had to fix it with a roll of pennies, plus the tuning locks don't hold tune well. Tighten them and it does out.

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

I agree about the bridge and nut. I replaced both not too long ago. Funny thing was, it held tune just fine with the 9 guage strings from the factory.

[@wilkinsi]

Finally got mine today. Have to say this Laurel fingerboard looks very light compared to my Amaranth and Rosewood boards.

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

Yeah, the Laurel is lighter. I don't mind it though. Hope you like the guitar!

[@wilkinsi]

@@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076 The bridge is really holding tune despite divebombing (I learned not to be too abusive). My 1991 Warrior Pro can't do that. My laurel board is a lot lighter than yours. A very light brown. And I live with the window blind down and light off.

[@TheDeedeeFiles]

Awesome guitar my friend. Sounds great. Have a great day.

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

Thanks!

[@ChrisCom.]

I just played one at Guitar Center on an Orange amp. Holy shit balls. It Fkin shreds........ I’m iffy about getting a Floyd rose .... everything I own is body through. How difficult is it to learn how to use the Floyd?.

[@yorffej]

Christopher Comstock I avoided them for years, and that was a mistake. I’ve had one on an ESP for five years and have had no problem with it. Once I learned the tuning and string change procedures I never looked back. Also, I am the least mechanically inclined person in the world. If I can handle it anyone can!

[@ChrisCom.]

Awesome. Thanks for the feedback

[@hippie943]

Have the same guitar. I love the damn thing lol. Plays better than most Gibsons I've played

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

Of course it does ;)

[@wilkinsi]

I wish I could get it that cheap, but I live in the UK.... £599 (a lot more than $499, although we pay VAT and import duty over here).

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

That's a bummer.

[@wilkinsi]

@@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076 I bought a JS3 just over a week ago on finance... then paid outright for a JS3VQ. Impulse buying is dangerous!

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

@@wilkinsi indeed it is. I try to avoid it. Jackson makes that very difficult though. I'm eying the winter camo soloist.

[@wilkinsi]

​@@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076 what are these Jackson actives like, compared to the Fishmans?

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

@@wilkinsi great question. I have no experience with them. One guy did a video with Jackson active pickups vs EMG with a winter camo soloist. I remember thinking they weren't too bad.

[@misanthrpe1475]

Nice video 🤘..... I have a question....... will 320w cab and 100w tube amp loud enough for playing in the band?

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

Yeah! Should be plenty!

[@misanthrpe1475]

@@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076 make a video what gear do you use for playing in the band pls😂🤘

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

@@misanthrpe1475 hey dude, I alternate between the Peavey and the Dual Rectifier. Same with my guitars. Pedal board stays the same.

[@zakillor4182]

im thinking in buying this one. whats your feedback all this months later? thank you !

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

Great question! I still like it. I did swap out the bridge for a Floyd Rose Special. The Jackson licensed tremolo was kinda crappy. It didn't hold tune very well and the fine tuners weren't very fluid. I paid $499 for it because it was on clearance at Musicians Friend. I feel like it was a good purchase at that price.

[@zakillor4182]

@@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076 yes the tremolo kinda suck.. Everyone shits on this guitar for that .. It was my main concern.. For that price was good! I found one new for 560€ but now im not sure 😅. Anyway thanks mate!

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

@@zakillor4182 I kinda thought I'd have to replace the tremolo going in, so I wasn't disappointed. I suggest waiting for a used one or another sale. The body contours are unique. Plus I like direct mount pickups. The reverse headstock is killer too.

[@pow3r_484]

@@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076 Hey there, was the Floyd swap easy to do? You would think it's pretty much the same hardware just better quality.

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

@@pow3r_484 yes the FR Special drops right in. Go for it!

[@gavinberth8375]

Does it come with a case?

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

No case.

[@gavinberth8375]

How do they package and deliver it to you then?

[@itssitcomstupid]

@@gavinberth8375 HEAVY amounts of bubble wrap lol

[@iyan5702]

Hey man do you have any recommendations on similar guitars for this price? I don´t know about this one..

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

Sure, but you'll have to be more specific. Are you looking at a similar Jackson? Does it need to be a strat body? What don't you like about this one?

[@iyan5702]

@@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076 I want a jackson , it doesn´t need to be a strat body, i just want a cool shape, not a V tho. thanks for helping man

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

@@iyan5702 okay, in general, I'd recommend any X Series model. I'd stay away from the JS Series, unless you want to spend money upgrading parts. The Kelly shape is pretty comfortable to play in seated position as well as standing.

[@iyan5702]

@@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076 thank you i will check them out.

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

@@iyan5702 you could also browse the used market on eBay and Reverb. A Japanese made Kelly would also be recommended (and probably cheaper than new).

[@jnkmal9519]

You know where can I find the specs like Scale Length etc? Also, why are specs so hard to find?

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

On this one, check the guitar center or musician's friend website. I believe it was an exclusive model.

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

Also, scale length is definitely 25.5