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Description

Unleash your inner blues and pop artist with the Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster. Celebrating the iconic style and exceptional talent of John Mayer, this Stratocaster is a testament to Mayer's unique tone—smooth, pure, and beautifully saturated. Equipped with the distinctive, mid-scooped Big Dipper pickups, this guitar delivers a sound that will impress even the most discerning Mayer fan. Although Mayer has transitioned to the PRS Silver Sky model, this signature Fender Stratocaster, now discontinued, remains an exceptional instrument that demands attention.

Key Features:

  • Signature John Mayer Stratocaster model
  • Unique, mid-scooped Big Dipper pickups
  • Smooth, pure, and beautifully saturated tone
  • Part of the Fender's discontinued signature series
  • Ideal for blues and pop music styles

Product specs

Brand Fender
Model John Mayer Stratocaster
Finish Olympic White, Shoreline Gold, Sunburst
Year 2006 - 2014
Made In United States
Categories Solid Body Electric Guitars
Artist John Mayer
Body Material Alder
Body Shape S-Style
Body Type Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type Tremolo Bridge
Color Family Brown, Gold, White
Finish Pattern Sunburst
Finish Style Gloss
Fretboard Material Rosewood
Model Family Fender Stratocaster
Neck Construction Bolt-On
Neck Material Maple
Number of Frets 21
Number of Strings 6-String
Pickup Configuration SSS
Right / Left Handed Right Handed
Scale Length 25.5"
Series Fender Artist Series
Wood Top Style Plain

FAQs

What makes the Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster different from other Stratocasters?

The Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster features a unique "Big Dipper" pickup set designed for a scooped midrange tone, ideal for Mayer's blues and rock style. It also includes a slightly larger 'C' shaped neck for comfortable playability and a vintage-style synchronized tremolo.

Is the Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster suitable for beginners?

While the Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster is a high-quality instrument with professional features, it can be suitable for beginners who are serious about their musical journey and appreciate its specific tonal characteristics and playability.

What kind of music genres is the Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster best suited for?

The Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster excels in blues, rock, and pop music thanks to its "Big Dipper" pickups and versatile tonal range, making it ideal for players who want a rich, expressive sound.

Does the Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster have a gloss finish?

Yes, the Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster features a gloss finish, available in Olympic White, Shoreline Gold, and Sunburst, providing both aesthetic appeal and protection for the instrument.

What is the neck profile of the Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster?

The neck of the Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster has a slightly larger 'C' shape, offering a comfortable grip and smooth playability, which is favored by many guitarists for its ergonomic design.

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Reviews

PROS

  • Unique Big Dipper pickups deliver a smooth, clean, and full-bodied tone.

  • The neck is large but comfortable, perfect for blues and rock.

  • Excellent fretwork for smooth playability and easy bending.

  • Remarkably stays in tune even with heavy tremolo use.

  • Resonant with deep sustain, comparable to custom shop models.

  • Super versatile, especially for blues and rock genres.

  • High-quality construction with vintage-style hardware.

  • Wide neck design for enhanced playability and bending.

  • Delivers a heavier, distinctive tone suitable for various styles.

  • Exceptional design and craftsmanship, making it a collector's item.

CONS

  • Can be expensive due to limited availability and high demand.

  • Some may find the guitar's scale length awkward for smaller players.

  • Occasional electrical issues, potentially due to previous modifications.

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bobpears

All that I hoped for...

One of the best necks I've ever felt on a guitar. I feel very lucky to have this in my collection.

exequielagonzales_

My Dream Guitar

I finally have my dream guitar :) Amazing neck, versatile tone, and awesome look. Love it. But I generally don’t recommend strats or any guitar that has 25.5” or more scale length for petite guitar players; it gives you this awkward look that the guitar seems to be big enough to overpower you. The attention is on the guitar, not on you.

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d_foster14

Blues-friendly strat with great tone and design

Awesome strat! I love this one because it plays so well all around, especially for blues. It comes with a cool, thick neck, greta tone and superb design. IMO, it's definitely worth the extra money.

colemorson

Best Strat I've Ever Played

Great design. I snagged it days after it went out of production. Best Strat I have ever played, hands down.

H

Wanna be JOHN MAYER

Big dipper's Sound: Smooth, clean and soft. if you like a good clean sound and you want to use just pedals to create others this is the best choice.

iamgraysonsmith

Amazing

Love This Guitar Had it since 2013, love the texas specials.

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See how John Mayer uses Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster

John Mayer

Guitarist

John Mayer Trio

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In 2011, John Mayer collaborated with Fender to create his Signature Stratocaster, which features a distinctive tortoise pickguard, setting it apart from the black pickguard on the SRV Signature model. A user-uploaded photo on Fuzzfaced showcases this specific guitar.

In this video, John Mayer plays "Good Love Is On The Way" on his Signature Fender Strat - Cypress Mica.

See how Shawn Mendes uses Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster

Shawn Mendes

Singer, Guitarist

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John Mayer gave Shawn this guitar. The note on it says To Shawn Enjoy -John

See how Tom Misch uses Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster

Tom Misch

Guitarist, Singer

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Tom Misch playing a JM strat in this collab with FKJ

See how Tash Sultana uses Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster

Tash Sultana

Singer, Guitarist

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In her recording of Mystik you can see the Fender John Mayer Signiture Stratocaster in the backround, decked out with a tortoise shell pickgaurd.

See how Chris Buck uses Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster

Chris Buck

Guitarist

Cardinal Black

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"For this recording, I was plugged directly into an iMac, using Guitar Rig 4 for convenience. My Blackstar was killing the neighbours.. For the looping on Bold as Love, I used a Boss RC-2 and for the overdrive at the end and a Zombie Klone made by London-based company Fredric Effects. Also, a JM signature series Strat fitted with Radioshop Pickups (check them out!)"

See how Steve Jordan uses Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster

Steve Jordan

Drummer

The Rolling Stones

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Steve Jordan and John Mayer switches instruments at 0:09 to play the intro of the song 'Rosie' by John Mayer

See how Keshi uses Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster

Keshi

Singer, Guitarist

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Verified via Guitar.com | All Things Guitar

It was the last one they had in the store. I loved it. John Mayer recently had his departure from Fender, and he is now with PRS. I remember feeling really sad ’cause [Fender was] discontinuing his signature line. So I remember going to Guitar Center thinking that they were not going to have it. So I asked them instead for the next best thing, which was an SRV Strat, right, ’cause it has the Texas Special pickups. They were like, “Aw no, sorry man, but we have the John Mayer one”, and I was like, “Awww yes! Give it to me!” I was so excited. I got it that day, took it home and I’ve been in love with it ever since.

See how Tomo Fujita uses Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster

Tomo Fujita

Guitarist

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Tomo Fujita uses the Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster, as noted on his official website. Fujita, who taught John Mayer at Berklee College of Music, highlights this connection through his choice of instrument.

See how Tim Reynolds uses Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster

Tim Reynolds

Guitarist

Dave Matthews Band

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Tim Reynolds uses the Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster - Cypress Mica, as evidenced by the image provided.

See how Sophie Giuliani uses Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster

Sophie Giuliani

Guitarist, Music Producer

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Sophie purchased this John Mayer Signature stratocaster in May, 2016, from Lark Guitars, Texas.

See how Urban Cone uses Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster

Urban Cone

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Rasmus Flyckt of Urban Cone uses a Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster during live performances, as seen in an Instagram post from a concert in Lund, Sweden.

See how Simon Carcamo S uses Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster

Simon Carcamo S

Guitarist, Music Producer

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Simon Carcamo S is seen using the Fender John Mayer Signature Stratocaster in a photo shared by jardinmojado on Instagram.

Album Usage

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