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Description

The Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster is a tribute to the bold and innovative sound of its namesake. Designed for musicians who crave a blend of classic and modern tones, this guitar is a solid choice for both stage and studio. With its iconic offset body shape, it captures the essence of vintage style while incorporating modern enhancements for improved playability. The unique combination of a floating tremolo system and specially voiced pickups allows for expressive, dynamic playing that can shift seamlessly from smooth rhythms to powerful leads.

This guitar features a maple neck with a satin finish, providing a comfortable feel for extended playing sessions. The fretboard is crafted from rosewood, offering a warm tonal quality that complements the bright, punchy sound of the single-coil pickups. The J Mascis Jazzmaster also includes a signature 9.5" radius fingerboard, which balances traditional feel with contemporary playability, making it suitable for a wide range of musical styles.

Key Features:

  • Maple neck with satin finish for smooth playability
  • Rosewood fretboard with a 9.5" radius
  • Custom-wound single-coil pickups for a versatile tonal range
  • Floating tremolo system for expressive sound manipulation
  • Classic Jazzmaster offset body design
  • Vintage-style bridge and tuners for enhanced tuning stability
  • Signature J Mascis appointments and design elements

Product specs

Brand Fender
Model J Mascis Signature Jazzmaster
Finish Purple Sparkle
Year 2008 - 2009
Made In Japan
Categories Solid Body Electric Guitars
Artist J Mascis
Body Shape Double Cutaway
Body Type Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type Tremolo Tailpiece
Color Family Purple
Finish Style Metallic
Fretboard Material Rosewood
Model Family Fender Jazzmaster
Neck Construction Bolt-On
Neck Material Maple
Number of Frets 21
Number of Strings 6-String
Offset Body Offset Body
Pickup Configuration SS
Right / Left Handed Right Handed
Scale Length 25.5"
Series Fender Artist Series

FAQs

What is the neck profile like on the Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster?

The Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster features a chunky neck profile, which provides a comfortable grip for players who prefer a thicker neck feel. This design is favored by many for its solid and reliable playability.

What type of pickups are used in the Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster?

The Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster is equipped with two single-coil pickups that deliver the classic Jazzmaster sound, characterized by a warm, full tone suitable for various music genres, including rock and alternative.

Is the Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster suitable for beginner guitarists?

While the Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster can be played by beginners, its unique features, like the offset body and tremolo system, may be better suited for intermediate to advanced players familiar with Jazzmaster-style guitars.

How does the tremolo system on the Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster perform?

The Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster features a vintage-style tremolo system that offers smooth operation and stable tuning, ideal for players who enjoy adding vibrato effects to their playing.

What are the tonal characteristics of the Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster?

The Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster is known for its rich, full sound with a balanced mix of warmth and clarity, making it versatile for various genres, from surf rock to alternative and indie music.

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See how Johnny Marr uses Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster

Johnny Marr

Guitarist, Singer

Modest Mouse

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A photograph of Johnny Marr's Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster is featured on page 186 of his book Marr's Guitars, where it is noted that J Mascis personally gifted it to him after Marr performed with Dinosaur Jr. in 2012. Additionally, his son Nile Marr is depicted using a Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster on Equipboard, which may be the same instrument.

See how Kevin Shields uses Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster

Kevin Shields

Singer, Guitarist

My Bloody Valentine

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in this youtube video at 1:08 he uses it

See how J Mascis uses Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster

J Mascis

Singer, Guitarist

Dinosaur Jr

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In a YouTube video by Fender, J Mascis discusses his use of the Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster guitar.

See how Kim Gordon uses Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster

Kim Gordon

Singer, Guitarist

Sonic Youth

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Sonic Youth's website states, about Kim Gordon's J. Mascis Jazzmaster:

"Used by Kim/Thurston: 2008-2009 2008 -- F#F#F#F#EB (Kool Thing - THURSTON) 2009 -- CGDACD (What We Know - KIM) & DADABD (Antenna, Leaky Lifeboat, Massage the History) NOTES:

A J Mascis signature Jazzmaster first seen at the Marc Jacobs fashion show on February 8th, 2008 -- used by Thurston for 'Kool Thing'. Kim seems to have adopted it for the Eternal tour, and since she keeps rotating tunings it's probably been used for almost every song! Eric replaced all of the stock white hardware with black hardware prior to the Eternal tour. Purple body, purple headstock Gold anodized pickguard 2 soapbar pickups Rosewood fretboard 2 Volume, 2 Tone controls, 3-way pickup switch, 2-way circuit switch Vibrato bar Gauges for DADABD = .052 .042 .026 .020 .017 .013"

See how Zachary Cole Smith uses Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster

Zachary Cole Smith

Singer, Guitarist

DIIV

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Cole Smith can clearly be seen playing a J.Mascis Jazzmaster in this picture from them performing at Basilica SoundScape in 2013

See how Shaun Morgan uses Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster

Shaun Morgan

Singer, Guitarist

Seether

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Shaun used a J Mascis signature Jazzmaster in the later stages of the "Finding Beauty in Negative Spaces" touring cycle.

See how Nicky Palermo uses Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster

Nicky Palermo

Singer, Guitarist

Nothing

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In this video nicky shows all his gear

See how Erik Paulson uses Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster

Erik Paulson

Singer, Guitarist

Remo Drive

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Beside his PS Jimmy Erik also have a Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster that he sometimes use in live shows and in the audiotree session.

See how Scott Cortez uses Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster

Scott Cortez

Singer, Guitarist

Lovesliescrushing

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Scott Cortez has used the Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster as his go-to guitar for all Astrobrite shows from May 19th onward. This is confirmed by an Instagram post from user "wavertone," who captioned a photo of the guitar: "But what would an ideal astrobrite guitar look like? I present to you the purple sparkle wonder. It’s been two decades since I’ve owned an actual fender again; feels like a 70’s Charger muscle car fitted with nitro tanks, dragging at midnight. Or every anime when the dude pulls out a sword wider and longer than his whole entire body."

See how Jon Simmons uses Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster

Jon Simmons

Guitarist

Balance and Composure

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Jon Simmons of Balance & Composure is seen using a Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster during the Separation tour, as captured in a photo by tiannasumerphotography on Flickr.

See how Ricky Maymi uses Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster

Ricky Maymi

Guitarist

The Brian Jonestown Massacre

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Ricky is using a Fender Jazzmaster on song "Never/Ever!" with BJM

See how Nile Marr uses Fender J Mascis Jazzmaster

Nile Marr

Singer, Guitarist

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In this instagram post, Nile can be seen with a Fender J Mascis signature Jazzmaster in a purple sparkle finish. In the caption he even says "Plus a special appearance from my purple sparkle jazzmaster."

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