starting to like chrome hardware...

[Wes3000]

I've had my dk2 (trans amber) for over a week now. At first, when I bought an import, I felt I was settling for the "cheap" look. However, I've begun to like the way chrome looks - though I'm glad it's polished and not brushed, like the pics I've seen from 3-4 years ago.

The chrome may not look near as roughed up over time as black might. It doesn't mean I won't get one though. In fact, I'm leaning toward getting the DXMG as my next axe / 2nd Jackson in about 4 weeks.

Wes

[Breeze]

Re: starting to like chrome hardware...

well, i have a DXMG, and it is a really nice guitar! haven't played a dk2 though, so I can't really make a comparision. but i get the feeling that the 2 guitars are rather similiar, except for the different pickup setup (and the dxmg's black hardware and reversed headstock). so, care to tell me what's making you consider a DXMG?

btw, I have a road hazard yellow DXMG (check it out at guitarxpress.com) - and I really recommend it! that finish makes the guitar so beautiful!

[Wes3000]

Re: starting to like chrome hardware...

basically, because it's a reverse headstock...I would REALLY like a Jackson that had a red finish, HSS, matching headstock - reversed, with black hardware, but that's a Phil Collen guitar from 10 years ago. Go figure

[lerxstcat]

Re: starting to like chrome hardware...

You just described what I'd like too, but my DK2 in trans red flame is close enough, kicks ass and is cheap to boot! I have a DK-2S in black cherry too.

From what I've read the DK-2 has a slightly thinner neck than the DXMG, and of course Duncan Designed instead of the EMG-HZ pickups. The regular headstock is the other main difference.

[NorthernComfort]

Re: starting to like chrome hardware...

I liked the brushed look much more. They dont show finger prints and other crap as much and look more fancy.