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Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly vs Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple

Reasons to Get
Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly over Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple

Release Year
2021 vs 2020
From a more recent year
Neck Profile
Speed vs Charvel Speed
Thin and flat neck for playing fast
Neck Joint
Neck-Through vs Bolt-On
Stronger neck and easier access to upper frets
Pickups
H vs HH
Hum-free with more right hand freedom and sustain
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret
0.775'' (19.7mm) vs 0.77'' (19.6mm)
More comfortable open chords for big hands
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret
0.835'' (21.2mm) vs 0.83'' (21.1mm)
More comfortable at higher frets for big hands
Strap Lock
Yes vs None
Protects your guitar from dropping by locking the strap

Reasons to Get
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple over Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly

Decorative Top
Quilt Maple vs None
Finished with beautiful natural wood patterns
Retainer Bar
Yes vs None
Assists you so tuning doesn't change when locking the nut
Neck Profile
Charvel Speed vs Speed
Comfortable neck that works for most people
Switch Positions
5 vs 0
More tone options
Tone Knobs
1 vs 0
More tone control
Pickups
HH vs H
High output without hum
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret
0.77'' (19.6mm) vs 0.775'' (19.7mm)
More comfortable open chords for small hands
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret
0.83'' (21.1mm) vs 0.835'' (21.2mm)
More comfortable at higher frets for small hands

Other Key Differences
Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly vs Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple

Bridge Pickup
Seymour Duncan Parallel Axis Original vs Seymour Duncan Full Shred SH-10B
Different Bridge Pickup
Body Wood
Poplar vs Mahogany
Different Body Wood
Fretboard Wood
Ebony vs Maple
Different Fretboard Wood

Shared Features
Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly vs Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple

Neck Wood
Maple
Same Neck Wood
Headstock
6
Same Headstock
Nut Material
Locking
Same Nut Material
Strings
6
Same playing style
Body Type
Solid Body
Feedback free
Volume Knobs
1
Same volume control
Number of Frets
24
Same maximum octave
Nut Width
1.688'' (42.9mm)
Same string separation at the nut
Paint Finish
Poly
Resistant paint that ages well
Bridge
Floyd Rose
Allows intense vibratos and techniques like Dive Bombs
Scale Length
25.5'' (647.7mm)
Same string tension and fret separation
Pickups Power
Passive
Cleaner sound and no battery needed
Compound Radius
12" to 16"
Balanced playability for chords and single-notes
Type of Frets
Jumbo
You won't feel the fretboard when pressing down the strings

Common Strengths

  • High-Quality Nut
  • Compound Radius Fretboard
  • Top Pickup Brand
  • Expensive Wood

Common Weaknesses

  • Pickup Alter Switch/Knob
  • Weight Relief
  • Stays in Tune (Evertune)
  • High-Quality Frets
  • From a High-Quality-Standards Country
  • Luminescent Sidedots
  • 21:1 Tuner Ratio
  • Active/Passive Preamp

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Which One is Better Overall?

After going through our comparison algorithm, the results show that both instruments scored 73 out of 100, which makes them similar in terms of quality.

The Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple wins when it comes to sound. On the other hand, the Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly has the upper hand when it comes to playability, build quality.

If you got small hands, none of these instruments will make a big difference when it comes to comfortability.

Which One is Better for Beginners?

Both meet 4 out of our 8 criteria items for beginner friendliness. This takes into account the type of frets, scale length, nut width, bridge type, fretboard radius, and neck profile to determine the easiest combination for new players. If you're looking for your first guitar to learn how to play, you can't go wrong with either of them.

New Player Friendliness

Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly
  • Comfortable shape
  • Comfortable fretboard
  • Tall frets
  • Comfortable neck
  • Narrow nut
  • Short scale
  • Locking tuners
  • Easy-to-use bridge

New Player Friendliness

Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple
  • Comfortable shape
  • Comfortable fretboard
  • Tall frets
  • Comfortable neck
  • Narrow nut
  • Short scale
  • Locking tuners
  • Easy-to-use bridge

Nevertheless, when it comes to choosing an instrument, you should pick the one more compatible with your personal style. Still, below we'll try you to give you our results as objectively as it's possible to help you decide.

Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly Overview

  • From Jackson's 2021 Artist Signature series
  • Brandon Ellis Signature
  • Made in Indonesia
  • 6 strings
  • 25.5"'' scale
  • 12" to 16" Fretboard Radius
  • Poplar body
  • Maple neck
  • Ebony fretboard
  • Bridge pickup: Seymour Duncan Parallel Axis Original (Humbucker/Passive)
  • 1 volume and 0 tone Dome knobs
  • Floyd Rose 1000 Series Double-Locking Tremolo (Recessed) bridge
  • Speed Neck-Through neck
  • 24 Jumbo frets
  • Jackson Sealed Die-Cast tuners
  • Weight between 7.65lbs (3.5kgs) and 8.2lbs (3.7kgs)
  • Compare Specs >

Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple Overview

  • From Charvel's 2020 Pro-Mod series
  • Made in Mexico
  • 6 strings
  • 25.5"'' scale
  • 12" to 16" Fretboard Radius
  • Quilt Maple top
  • Mahogany body
  • Maple neck
  • Maple fretboard
  • Bridge pickup: Seymour Duncan Full Shred SH-10B (Humbucker/Passive)
  • Neck pickup: Seymour Duncan APH-1N (Humbucker/Passive)
  • 1 volume and 1 tone Dome knobs
  • 5-way Switch
  • Floyd Rose 1000 Series Double-Locking Tremolo (Recessed) bridge
  • Charvel Speed Bolt-On neck
  • 24 Jumbo frets
  • Charvel-Branded Die-Cast tuners
  • Compare Specs >

Sound Quality Comparison

The wood used in an electric guitar or bass is not as important to determine the final tone. However, some people prefer specific wood types, so we'll take a look at those first. Then, we'll take a look at the electronics to determine the versatility and sound quality of each instrument.

Woods Used in Both

Maple wood pattern used for guitar building
Maple

Maple is one of the most popular necks for good reasons. It is a strong wood that is relatively cheap to make and looks beautiful. The highest quality maple is the hardest that comes from North America. Find out more about Maple.

Woods Used in the Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly

Ebony wood pattern used for guitar building
Ebony
Poplar wood pattern used for guitar building
Poplar

Ebony is a high-end wood, so it is not cheap. It's only used for fretboards because it's also very heavy. It does an excellent job as a durable material while looking elegant. Find out more about Ebony.

Poplar is a cheaper and heavier alternative to Alder wood. It terms of tone, it emphasizes the low-end and has cutting mids. It's relatively soft compared to most body woods. Find out more about Poplar.

Woods Used in the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple

Mahogany wood pattern used for guitar building
Mahogany

Mahogany is a fairly rare wood nowadays. It's used mostly for bodies due to its relatively lightweight. Gibson popularized it with their Les Paul guitars during their golden years, so this wood has a lot of good reputation behind it. The most expensive type comes from South America and it's still used by Gibson even today. Find out more about Mahogany.

Winner: Tie.

Pickup Configuration

The Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly has an H configuration while the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple has HH pickups.

A single H pickup gives you the advantage of having a little longer sustain (all other things being equal) because there will be less magnetic fields from other pickups affecting the strings' vibration. However, they also give you the least versatility because you won't have other pickups at different distances from the bridge to create different tones. A single humbucking pickup is used for noiseless high output, which is used mainly for Hard Rock genres.

On the other hand, Double Humbucker (HH) is the choice for people who want a fuller, more round sound with tons of mids and lows. Humbuckers also get rid of the hum noise that plague single-coil pickups. They can work out for almost any genre going from Djent to even Jazz.

Pickups Quality

Both come with very good pickups from at least one of the specialized brands in the market. With pickups like these, you probably won't need an upgrade anytime soon.

You can purchase similar pickups to the Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly's and use them on any guitar:

We found the same or similar pickups to the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple's online:

Both use Passive pickups. This is what's used for most music genres. They have a regular output and will serve you for both high-gain and clean tones. The alternative (Active pickups) offer a higher output that is mostly used for heavy music.

Winner: Tie.

Versatility Comparison

Some instruments offer you more ways to explore your creativity than others. Below you'll find how both compare when it comes to versatility.

Switch Options

The Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple gives you 5 switch options while the Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly gives you 0. This means that the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple gives you more options to find the right pickup combination for the type of sound you want to achieve

Neither of them come with some kind of coil split or pickup mod option. This makes both lacking in terms of versatility.

The Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly doesn't come with pickup switching options.

Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple pickups switch selector and push knobs diagram
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple's switch options

When evaluating versatility, we also take into consideration bridge and neck joint type, number of frets, switch options, amount of pickups and more.

Winner: Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple.

Final Sound Quality Scores

Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly
Pickups 85
Sustain 80
Versatility 52
Tuning Stability 85
Sound 76
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple
Pickups 85
Sustain 80
Versatility 72
Tuning Stability 85
Sound 81

Build Quality Comparison

When it comes to build quality, we like to take into account everything used to build the instrument. This includes materials, hardware and the quality control expected depending on the country where it was built. Let's see how the Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly compares to the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple.

Country of Origin

The manufacturing country can tell a lot about the build quality of an instrument. The Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly is built in Indonesia while the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple is made in Mexico.

Indonesia is becoming the most popular country for guitar building because they can make good instruments for a low price. Some people think that they're 'the new China' when it comes to build quality. But the truth is that Indonesian guitars are more consistent, although Chinese quality has improved a lot in the last few years.

Mexico has been for a long time where Fender has built their semi-premium series. If you don't want to overpay for a wellp-built instrument, a guitar built in this country by a good brand always offers good value for the money.

Winner: Tie

Nut Material

If you want your guitar to stay in tune and sound good, you need a well cut nut. Nut quality can be inconsistent even when comparing two copies of the same model. The best way to make sure you're nut will be well done is by getting a nut made by an expert company like TUSQ or Micarta.

In this case, both have Locking nuts. Instead of a regular nut, this guitar has a locking system that will lock down the strings at the nut, preventing it from getting out of tune. It removes one of the disadvantages of tremolo bridges, tune stability.

However, only the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple has a retainer bar for the locking nut, which is a helpful addition. Without it, the Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly's strings will change pitch once you lock down the nut, so you'll have to make more micro-adjustments at the bridge to tune it correctly.

Winner: Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple.

Fret Material

Most fret wire is made of nickel silver. This material eventually wears down after a lot of use and most instruments end up needing a complete fret replacement. However, some expensive models come with stainless steel frets. This is what you should aim for if you can afford it.

Unfortunately, none of them come with stainless steel frets.

Winner: Tie.

Bridge

The perfect bridge for you will depend on your playstyle because they all have advantages and disadvantages. However, some bridges are more expensive—like Floyd Roses and Evertunes—and thus add more value to a guitar.

Both come with a similar bridge: Floyd Rose. This is a double-locking bridge system that allows you to perform techniques like dive bombs and pinch harmonics. The locking nut allows your guitar to stay in tune even after the most intense tremolo usage. The disadvantage is that it takes more work to change the strings and set up everything correctly.

Since we need to be objective, the most expensive type of bridge will be the winner of this section. In the end, this doesn't matter if you're not going to use the bridge for its original purpose, so choose the bridge that fits your playing style better.

Winner: Tie.

Tuners

Both come with regular tuners. The Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly's are Jackson Sealed Die-Cast while the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple's are Charvel-Branded Die-Cast

Winner: Tie.

Neck Joint

Contrary to popular belief, the difference in sustain and tone that some neck joints give to a guitar is simply unperceivable—if they're all well built. However, some of them do have advantages over the others.

The Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly has a Neck-Through neck joint. This neck is a lot more resistant and lets builders give the neck joint a more comfortable shape for soloing at the upper frets. The disadvantage is that they're more expensive and that if you damage your neck, you can't simply replace it like with bolt-on necks.

On the other hand, the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple comes with Bolt-On neck joint. This neck is joined to the body by 4 bolts that you can simply unscrew. This allows you to replace the neck or take it off for travel. It's the most common and cheapest way to build a guitar.

Winner: Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly.

Here is the list of features that were considered when choosing the winner in the Features subcategory:

Strengths & Weaknesses
Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly
  • Expensive Wood
  • Locking Nut
  • Top Brand Pickups
  • Neck-Through Build
  • Tremolo
  • Compound Radius Fretboard
  • Strap Lock
  • Cheap Fret Wire (NS)
  • No Locking Tuners
  • Made in Indonesia
  • No Push Knob or Extra Switch Option
  • No Weight Relief
  • No Luminescent Inlay
  • No 21:1 Tuner Ratio
  • No Retainer Bar
Strengths & Weaknesses
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple
  • Expensive Wood
  • Locking Nut
  • Top Brand Pickups
  • Tremolo
  • Compound Radius Fretboard
  • Retainer Bar
  • Cheap Fret Wire (NS)
  • No Locking Tuners
  • Made in Mexico
  • No Neck-Through Build
  • No Push Knob or Extra Switch Option
  • No Weight Relief
  • No Luminescent Inlay
  • No 21:1 Tuner Ratio
  • No Strap Lock

Final Build Quality Scores

Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly
Quality of materials 41
Features 85
Quality Control 75
Build Quality 67
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple
Quality of materials 45
Features 75
Quality Control 75
Build Quality 65

Playability Comparison

Let's now compare their playability. Bear in mind that the instrument will feel different depending on your hand size and play style. That's why you should always test before buying. But if you can't or want a second opinion on it, we can still take a look at each of the important measurements of the instrument for you. This way, we can predict how easy a guitar might be to play, or how different it will feel compared to the other.

Remember that, even though the difference might seem small, every inch counts when it comes to feeling of the instrument in your hands. Any variation can completely change how comfortable a guitar feels in your hands.

Nut Width

Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly Nut Width
Both Guitars Have The Same Nut Width

The nut width will affect the separation between strings at the nut. In this comparison, both have a nut width of 42.9mm (1.688'').

This is within the most common range of nut widths for a 6-string guitar. It offers a good balance of string separation at the nut. It's the size that most guitarists prefer as it gives them just enough space to play open chords without muting the strings, but without spreading the strings too wide and making bar chords difficult to perform.

Scale Length

Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly and Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple's Scale Length
Both have the same scale length

The scale length is one of the things that influences playability the most. This is the distance between the nut and the bridge and will affect everything from low action allowance, difficulty to perform bends, fret separation, and even tone.

In this case, both have a scale length of 25.5".

This is the scale used in most Stratocasters. It's slightly longer than the typical 24.75'' size found in Les Pauls, and it's one of the main reasons why Stratocasters have such a bright sound in general. A longer scale also means that the strings will have higher tension. This will help you get lower action without suffering fret buzz, which will also be helpful when playing in lower tunings without having to increase your string gauge.

However, this also means that there will be more separation between frets, which can make it more difficult to play. Also, bending the strings will require more strengths due to the increased tension, but remember that a tremolo guitar will offset this difficulty.

Lastly, remember that you can also affect the tension of the strings by changing your string gauge. You can use a thicker gauge for more tension and a lighter one for less tension.

Neck Profile

Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly Neck Profile
Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly's neck profile
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple Neck Profile
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple's neck profile

No single neck shape is better than others. However, most people tend to prefer a thinner necks because it doesn't get in their way when playing fast and most hand sizes can adapt to it pretty well. However, some people still prefer thicker necks for a better grip, especially if they have big hands.

In this case, both have different neck shapes:

The Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly has a D type of neck. This is a thin and flat neck that is made for playing fast. If you prefer a neck that doesn't get in your way when soloing, this is the shape you should use. Guitarists that prefer to have a bit more grip won't like this type of neck.

The Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple, on the other hand, has a C neck. This is what you'll find in most modern guitars. Most people feel like the thickness of a C neck is simply the less intrusive one for playing fast, while at the same time allowing you to grab the neck easily for resting if you want to.

Fretboard Radius

Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly Fretboard Compound Radius
Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly's Compound Fretboard Radius

Most guitar fretboards are not flat; they usually have a curve or arc across their width. A curved fretboard will make it easier to perform chords without muting strings, while a flatter one will make it easier to play single notes, which is good for bending and soloing in general. The best fretboards have a compound radius that varies across the fingerboard, but they're not common since they take a lot more work to build.

Both have a compound radius. This means both offer you the best craftsmanship when it comes to fretboard design. You'll have an arc to help you play chords close to the nut, while also having a flat design at the higher frets for faster soloing and easier bends.

Hand Size Comfortability

Everyone has a different hand size, and that's why it's recommended to try a guitar before buying, even if others tell you that it's comfortable to play. However, we can know whether a guitar favors small or large hands just by knowing its exact measurements.

After taking into account the scale length, nut width, neck profile and fretboard radius, we can conclude that both in this comparison favor small hands .

Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly:
Big Hands
Small Hands
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple:
Big Hands
Small Hands

Fret Size

Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly and Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple Frets Size
Both have a similar Jumbo fret size

Both have a Jumbo fret size. This is one of the tallest frets you can get. You won't feel the fretboard when pressing down the strings. It will give you the best sustain and all types of chords will be easier to play. However, you can end up changing the pitch of your notes if you press too hard, which is something people used to feeling the fretboard do when trying Jumbo frets for the first time.

Final Playability Scores

Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly
Bending & Vibrato Ease 70
Chord Playability 60
Solo Playability 100
Playability 77
Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple
Bending & Vibrato Ease 70
Chord Playability 60
Solo Playability 90
Playability 73

Specs Side-by-Side

Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly vs Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple
General Jackson Pro Series Signature Brandon Ellis Kelly Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH FR M Mahogany with Quilt Maple
Brand: Jackson Charvel
Year: 2021 2020
Configuration: H HH
Strings: 6 6
Made in: Indonesia Mexico
Series: Artist Signature Pro-Mod
Colors: Green Orange
Left-Handed Version: No No
Body
Type: Solid Body Solid Body
Body Material: Poplar Mahogany
Bridge: Floyd Rose 1000 Series Double-Locking Tremolo (Recessed) Floyd Rose 1000 Series Double-Locking Tremolo (Recessed)
Neck
Neck Joint: Neck-Through Bolt-On
Tuners: Jackson Sealed Die-Cast Charvel-Branded Die-Cast
Fretboard: Ebony Maple
Neck Material: Maple Maple
Decoration: Reverse Pearloid Sharkfin Offset Black Dot
Scale Size: 25.5" 25.5"
Shape: Speed Charvel Speed
Thickness: 1st Fret: 0.775'' (19.7mm) - 12th Fret: 0.835'' (21.2mm) 1st Fret: 0.77'' (19.6mm) - 12th Fret: 0.83'' (21.1mm)
Frets: 24 Jumbo Nickel Silver 24 Jumbo Nickel Silver
Fretboard Radius: 12" to 16" 12" to 16"
Nut: Locking Locking
Nut Width: 42.9mm (1.688'') 42.9mm (1.688'')
Electronics
Bridge Pickup: Seymour Duncan Parallel Axis Original (Humbucker / Passive) Seymour Duncan Full Shred SH-10B (Humbucker / Passive)
Middle Pickup:
Neck Pickup: Seymour Duncan APH-1N (Humbucker / Passive)
Switch: 0 Way 5 Way
Knobs: Dome Dome
Pickup Mods: None None
Volume Controls: 1 1
Tone Controls: 0 1