I am absolutely thrilled with my Donner Electric Guitar, model DST-152! As a beginner guitar player, I couldn't have asked for a better instrument to kick-start my musical journey. The sleek and stylish design initially caught my eye, and upon playing it, I was blown away by its impressive sound quality. The rich, resonant tones it produces are a delight to the ears and have motivated me to practice for hours on end. The smooth fret board and comfortable neck make it easy for me to navigate through chords and scales, enhancing my learning experience.
Whether I'm strumming along to my favorite songs or experimenting with new techniques, the DST-152's versatility has exceeded my expectations. It's truly a fantastic guitar that has quickly become an integral part of my musical expression.
In addition to the guitar itself, I also invested in a collection of 13 Donner pedals to create a dynamic pedal board setup for my gigs. This combination has taken my performances to the next level, allowing me to explore an array of captivating sounds and effects.
Each Donner pedal enhances the character of my playing, from the subtle nuances to the bold crescendos. I'm able to effortlessly switch between different tones, giving my performances a professional edge that leaves a lasting impression on the audience. With the Donner Electric Guitar and my diverse pedal board, I'm not only equipped for success as a beginner, but I'm also confidently stepping into the world of live music with a setup that's as unique and innovative as my musical aspirations.
The only CON is the machine heads or tuner clicks when I am tuning my strings. The strings stay in tune but the machine heads appear to have an internal issue which I cannot fix.
Suggested upgrades:
*Upgraded Tuning Machines:
Consider brands like Schaller, Hipshot, or Grover for high-quality locking tuners.
*Pickup Upgrades:
Brands like Seymour Duncan, DiMarzio, and EMG offer a wide range of pickups to suit different playing styles.
*Custom Pickguard and Hardware:
Brands like Pickguardian, WD Custom Pickguards, and Warmoth offer custom pickguard options.
For hardware, options from Allparts, Gotoh, and Fender can be considered.
*Nut Replacement:
TUSQ and Graphtech are reputable brands for replacement nuts.
*Effects Loop and Pedalboard Expansion:
Brands like Boss, TC Electronic, Donner and Strymon provide high-quality effects pedals for an expanded pedalboard setup.
Remember to research and choose the options that best match your preferences and playing style. These suggestions can help you further enhance your Donner Electric Guitar's performance and make it even more tailored to your needs. Some of these upgrades can be done yourself if you are confident in doing that otherwise seek out a professional guitar technician (luthier) for the setup. Or you can watch a bunch of YouTube videos.
Otherwise for the money spent this is a great price point for a beginner guitarist.
Thank you Donner!
Donner Solid Body Electric Guitar, 39 Inch Metal Electric Guitar Beginner Kits with Bag, Strings, Strap, Cable, Strings Dampe
4.4 | 1,390 ratings
Price: 199.99
Last update: 07-26-2024
About this item
【H-H High-out Pickups】Donner DMT-100 electric guitar tailored H-H pickup combination is ideal for heavier rock songs，allowing you play granular melodic phrases on stage. Dynamic tone control system features 3-way switches with a tone knob that can hold powerful rock tones and interpret a wide range of musical styles.
【Curved Body】The curved body was polished via 30 processes to further enhance the aesthetics and optimize the body fit of the curve on the back.
【Stable Fixed Bridge】 The string-thru fixed bridge improves tone accuracy, and the inline string design let you bend or pull the string effectively, enabling Donner solid body electric guitar to produce flawless tones in any position.
【C-Shape Maple Neck】 The Indian Laurel fingerboard, solid Poplar body, and C-Shape Maple neck provide a punchy tone. With 24 Copper-nickel frets, Donner purple metal electric guitar offers a wider range of tones and makes it easier to play at higher frets than the 22 frets, making it ideal for rock and roll.
【Comes with A Bonus】 Donner electric guitar beginner kit comes with a padded black gig bag, cable, strap, full set of extra strings, and special noise-reducing strings dampener.
【Curved Body】The curved body was polished via 30 processes to further enhance the aesthetics and optimize the body fit of the curve on the back.
【Stable Fixed Bridge】 The string-thru fixed bridge improves tone accuracy, and the inline string design let you bend or pull the string effectively, enabling Donner solid body electric guitar to produce flawless tones in any position.
【C-Shape Maple Neck】 The Indian Laurel fingerboard, solid Poplar body, and C-Shape Maple neck provide a punchy tone. With 24 Copper-nickel frets, Donner purple metal electric guitar offers a wider range of tones and makes it easier to play at higher frets than the 22 frets, making it ideal for rock and roll.
【Comes with A Bonus】 Donner electric guitar beginner kit comes with a padded black gig bag, cable, strap, full set of extra strings, and special noise-reducing strings dampener.
Product information
| Item Weight | 13.02 pounds |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 43.6 x 16.5 x 5 inches |
| ASIN | B0C5J67DRK |
| Item model number | DMT-100 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars
1,390 ratings
4.4 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,794 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #3 in Solid Body Electric Guitars |
| Date First Available | May 17, 2023 |
| Back Material | Poplar Wood |
| Body Material | Poplar |
| Color Name | Gradient Violet |
| Fretboard Material | Laurel Wood |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | H-H |
| String Material | Cobalt-nickel steel |
| Top Material | Maple |
| Neck Material Type | Maple |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Guitar Bridge System | Fixed |
| Musical Style | Rock |
| Size | Full |
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cgeucare
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2023
The guitar will REQUIRE a setup. It will not tune up correctly even if you try. The bridge on mine was not placed correctly length wise. I had to take off the springs of the saddle screws to obtain more travel. As you can see, it took the E string all the way to the end to set the intonation for the string. In saying that, the guitar intonation was able to be set for the entire guitar using my Peterson tuner. Chords sounded very nice, afterwards. The neck will need adjustment. The truss rod adjusts both ways. The neck is on the bigger, Gibson side. Still comfortable. The pickups are hot and lively. The clarity was not what I expected. The volume and tone have a solid feeling as well as the 3 way switch. The paint seems to be like the cheap Gibson matte finish they used on their Melody Maker guitars from 2013. It looks nice, but I doubt it will protect the guitar for long. The tuners get the job done. I’d change them to locking. It’s a VERY light guitar. The strap is extra sturdy. It also comes with a string dampener for the Metal type players.
Overall, it’s a very good value, but elbow grease is required or you can spend the money on a setup and probably still be ahead in value.
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