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Description

Dive into a world of rich, resonant tones with the Fender Baritone Jazzmaster, a unique addition to any guitarist's arsenal. Known for its longer scale length and lower tuning, this solid body electric guitar is designed to deliver deep, full-bodied sound that's perfect for genres ranging from surf rock to alternative and beyond. The Jazzmaster's dual soapbar single-coil pickups provide a broad sonic palette, offering warm lows and crisp highs, while the traditional offset body design ensures comfort and style during performance.

This instrument stands out with its classic Jazzmaster tremolo system, giving players the expressive capability to add subtle vibratos or dive-bomb effects to their sound. Whether you're playing rhythm or lead, the Fender Baritone Jazzmaster offers a rich, dynamic range that invites creativity and exploration. Its versatile tone controls allow you to dial in the perfect sound, making it a favorite among musicians who crave both flexibility and a distinct musical voice.

Crafted with precision and attention to detail, the Fender Baritone Jazzmaster maintains the brand's commitment to quality and innovation. It's more than just a guitar—it's an invitation to explore new musical landscapes.

Key Features:

  • Longer scale length for lower tuning and enhanced resonance
  • Dual soapbar single-coil pickups for versatile sound options
  • Classic Jazzmaster tremolo system for expressive playing
  • Offset body design for comfortable playability
  • Versatile tone controls for precise sound shaping

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Fender Baritone Jazzmaster.

Mods and upgrades

  • A 28” aluminum neck was added to a Jazzmaster HH, but avoid reverse headstocks to ensure string length compatibility.

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  • The use of telecaster knurled knobs and a white blonde finish evokes a '58 Jazzmaster prototype aesthetic, appreciated for its vintage-correct vibe.

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  • EP Custom pickups are praised for their sound quality; owners report they significantly enhance tone in baritone Jazzmaster builds.

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  • Using a Warmoth 28.5" neck on a Squier Jazzmaster can work without special pickups for lower frequencies.

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Setup and maintenance

  • With staytrem saddles, intonation for a wound third string can be easily adjusted, although the low B saddle is near its limit.

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  • A 27" sub-sonic Strat neck provides adequate tension with 13-62 gauge strings in B to B tuning, avoiding flabbiness without needing heavier strings.

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  • Conversion necks allow for standard bridge placement without needing modifications for proper fret spacing.

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  • Subsonic Strat necks are direct replacements on Jazzmasters, requiring only bridge re-intonation and nut filing.

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Comparisons

  • Owners find no tuning issues with the Jazzmaster-style tremolo system, even on baritone scales, unlike common perceptions of baritone tuning instability.

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  • The Harley Benton JA-Baritone BK is noted as a viable, affordable alternative to the Vintage Modified Baritone Jazzmaster, with indistinguishable tone in blind tests.

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Build quality

  • The Guitar Mill body, finished by BloomDoom, is noted for its aesthetic appeal, resembling vintage '62 or '63 Jazzmasters.

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Features and functionality

  • The Gator GWE-BASS hard case is a perfect fit for the baritone Jazzmaster, offering sufficient space for the body and neck.

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  • A neck shim and raised bridge increase string tension and improve tuning stability in lower tunings on Jazzmasters.

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  • The Jazzmaster is described as having a unique "bitey" and "stringy" sound, which can turn to white noise with typical high-gain metal tones.

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Use cases and applications

  • The Squier Baritone Jazzmaster is ideal for achieving the "loathe" sound, specifically used on "I Let It In" with low-end heavy tones.

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  • Owners successfully use D'Addario EJ22 Jazz mediums (13-56) on a 25.5" scale neck for B standard tuning.

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Software and compatibility

  • Pairing the Squier Baritone Jazzmaster with Neural DSP Plini Amp 3 or Gojira is recommended for capturing specific tones like those in "I Let It In".

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User experience

  • The Gretsch baritone is characterized as "beefy" with high-quality build and clear sound, preferred by some for its affordability and availability.

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See how Greg Kubacki uses Fender Baritone Jazzmaster

Greg Kubacki

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I also have a Fender baritone Telecaster and an old ’65 Baritone Jazzmaster that’s completely beat to shit. I really like both of these guitars for recording clean tone stuff. For acoustics I’ll play whatever is laying around in the studio.

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