DK2 White Bengal

[Pigsnatcher]

I'm pretty sure there was a discussion about this before but I couldn't find it, I'm sure I could have tried harder. Anyway I'd like to know what you guys think of these. I really like the bengal scheme and have always wanted a guitar like this. The USA models are just too far out of my price range so this is the next best thing. Worth $700? Also does anyone know anything about the ones with the orange in them? Thanks guys, I'd really like to know your thoughts.

~Joe

[NextInLine]

Might help

http://www.jcfonline.com/forums/show...ht=dk2m+bengal

http://www.jcfonline.com/forums/show...ht=dk2m+bengal

[emperor_black]

Is this the one? I wouldn't pay $700 for it. I got my trans-black DK2T for $300. The DK2 was listed for $599 in guitar stores. Other than the floyd, graphics and the all-maple neck, I dont think there is much difference between my guitar and the white bengal you are taking about. Personally I would take a yellow bengal or even an orange one. But white, I have to see one first before falling for it.



its listed on ebay...

http://cgi.ebay.com/JACKSON-DK2M-BEN...QQcmdZViewItem

[Pigsnatcher]

Yep those were the ones I saw sometime ago. Still wonder what you guys would be willing to pay for one. Also I've seen the white but I've also seen one that is white but has a hint of orange in the middle. The head also looks orange. Not sure why the difference.

[emperor_black]

Whatever it is, its not worth $700. People are getting made in US guitars for less than that. I got a brand new '06 slsmg (with full warranty and receipt) for $725 on eBay. I love my DK2 more than the slsmg, but the slsmg is a completely different beast.

BTW, have you contacted the dealer sponsorers? if its out, they might give you a better deal.

[chrisolson]

There's a Zebra DK-2 out there as well.

[DonP]

I bought my new DK2 for < $300 as well.

Same guitar, just a different neck and paint job. Is that enough to make it worth double the price?

[Pigsnatcher]

$300 huh, I never seem to find any deals. I do like the paint job, the orange in it looks great but I don't know if its worth $400 more. No I didn't contact the dealers but I probably should. Thanks guys, definatly given me something to think about. Keep the thoughts coming if you have them.

[chrisolson]

$300 huh, I never seem to find any deals. I do like the paint job, the orange in it looks great but I don't know if its worth $400 more. No I didn't contact the dealers but I probably should. Thanks guys, definatly given me something to think about. Keep the thoughts coming if you have them.

???

Are you sure it's a DK-2? I don't think it is... You may have seen a higher end guitar, but I dont think you'll see that in this series -- although I do hope I'm wrong about that!!

[Pigsnatcher]

Its a DK2M......would that make a difference.....and what is the dirrerence between a DK2 and a DK2M?

[stevoc]

Its a DK2M......would that make a difference.....and what is the dirrerence between a DK2 and a DK2M?

DK2M has a maple fretboard. DK2 is rosewood. (or something other than maple)

[chrisolson]

Its a DK2M......would that make a difference.....and what is the dirrerence between a DK2 and a DK2M?

I'm just saying that any guitar in the DK2 series probably doesn't have the paint job you're talking about (orange bengal - at least not that I've ever seen unless it was aftermarket)) - and yes, all the M signifies is that it has the maple/maple neck.

[emperor_black]

Its a DK2M......would that make a difference.....and what is the dirrerence between a DK2 and a DK2M?

well, if you do a search, this topic has been discussed many times already...
http://www.jcfonline.com/forums/show...light=DK2+DK2m
http://www.jcfonline.com/forums/show...light=DK2+DK2m

IMO the only difference between the two is the neck. The DK2 has a maple neck with a rosewood fretboard whereas the DK2M is all maple. Maple is a heavier wood with a very bright sound. The rosewood fretboard on the DK2 sort of reduces the "trebly" character of the neck. So, theoretically, a stock DK2M should should much brighter than the DK2.

[Pigsnatcher]

Yeah I did read those two discussions, after the fact. I didn't realize the M stands for maple, although it makes perfectly good sence. I do like the maple! Here is a link to the guitar I was talking about, please give me any input if you have it. All I know is was supposed to be white striped like the one in the picture above on ebay.

http://www.stevesmusiccenter.com/JacksonDK2MBengal.html

[emperor_black]

All I can say is "WOW". Looks very mean. still, I wouldn't pay $700 for it. Dinky's lose their value a LOT! In fact, there was a thread about why $599+ dinky's are selling for under $300 on eBay. That said, If you dont mind the resale value, go for it!! It looks killer especially with that orange tinge. If it turns out too bright-sounding, there are quite a few threads about pickup recommendations for a Dinky.

EDIT: Never mind the pickup change... didnt realise it came with EMG's. EMG's sound killer on Dinky's.