Description
The Fender Limited Edition American Vintage II 1966 Jazzmaster in Black is a faithful throwback to the era when Fender started to get a little more experimental with form and function. It's a great choice for players who want something outside the Strat/Tele box-especially if you're into surf, indie, or alt rock tones with a bit more color and control. The block inlays, bound rosewood board, and matching headstock give it that upscale, late-'60s vibe, while staying true to the original Jazzmaster blueprint.
This one's loaded with a pair of Custom Shop Fat '60s Jazzmaster pickups that deliver all the chime and warmth you'd expect, with just the right amount of output to stay clear in complex chord voicings or ambient washes. The rhythm and lead circuits let you dial in a darker tone for chords or a brighter, cutting tone for leads without touching your amp. The Pure Vintage floating tremolo system includes a lock button for added tuning stability, and the pop-in arm keeps things feeling secure and responsive.
Playability is easy and comfortable, thanks to the medium jumbo frets, 9.5" radius, and that smooth 1966 "C" shaped flame maple neck. The overall feel is ergonomic and intuitive, especially for players used to offset designs. It ships in a Black Tweed Hardshell case, which feels fitting for something this sharp. We think this one's got the right blend of vintage detail and player-focused practicality for anyone wanting something a little left of center.
Specifications:
- Body: Alder
- Body Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Neck: 3A Flame Maple, 1966 "C" Shape
- Neck Finish: Satin Nitrocellulose Lacquer with Gloss Matching Headstock
- Fingerboard: Bound Rosewood, 9.5" Radius
- Frets: 21, Medium Jumbo
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Nut: Bone, 1.650" Width
- Pickups: Custom Shop Fat '60s Single-Coil Jazzmaster (Bridge & Neck)
- Controls: Lead Circuit with Master Volume & Tone, Rhythm Circuit with Neck Volume & Tone
- Switching: 3-Position Toggle (Lead), 2-Position Slide Switch (Lead/Rhythm)
- Bridge: Pure Vintage Jazzmaster with Threaded Steel Barrel Saddles
- Tremolo: Pure Vintage Floating Tremolo with Lock & Pop-In Arm
- Tuning Machines: Pure Vintage Single Line "Fender Deluxe"
- Case: Black Tweed Hardshell
Sku: 0170340806
