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Description

The MJT Jazzmaster is the perfect blend of vintage elegance and modern performance, designed for musicians who crave a classic yet versatile sound. This solid body electric guitar captures the essence of the iconic Jazzmaster style, offering a unique voice that stands out in any genre, whether it’s surf rock, jazz, or alternative music. It features handcrafted relic finishes that provide a worn-in look and feel straight out of the golden era of electric guitars, while its construction and materials ensure reliability and excellent playability.

Crafted with alder or ash bodies, the MJT Jazzmaster pairs beautifully with a maple neck and rosewood fingerboard, offering a smooth and comfortable playing experience. Its dual single-coil pickups deliver a rich, articulate tone with plenty of bite and clarity, making it a favorite among guitarists looking for a distinctive sound. The floating tremolo system allows for expressive pitch modulation and smooth, responsive action, perfect for achieving everything from subtle vibrato to deep dive bombs.

Whether you're on stage or in the studio, the MJT Jazzmaster's classic design and modern features make it a go-to choice for seasoned players and newcomers alike. Its attention to detail and commitment to quality ensure that it not only looks the part but sounds and feels exceptional as well.

Key Features:

  • Handcrafted relic finishes for a vintage look
  • Solid alder or ash body
  • Maple neck with rosewood fingerboard
  • Dual single-coil pickups for clear, articulate tones
  • Floating tremolo system for expressive pitch modulation
  • Classic Jazzmaster style with modern enhancements
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Reviews

Owner Insights

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

Comparisons

  • WoodTech offers single piece swamp ash bodies, which can provide a different tonal character and aesthetic compared to MJT's multi-piece constructions.

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Features and functionality

  • Light aging on the MJT body achieves an authentic vintage look, highly appreciated by owners.

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User experience

  • The pickguard included in MJT kits may require sanding for a perfect fit, especially around the neck pocket.

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  • A WoodTech body fit perfectly in a recent build, suggesting high precision in manufacturing for compatibility with standard Jazzmaster parts.

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  • Using lead-free solder can complicate the build process, as it may require different handling than traditional solder.

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  • The MJT Jazzmaster builds are notably more challenging than Tele or Strat builds, often requiring unexpected modifications.

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  • Metric and imperial spec mismatches can complicate MJT builds, affecting compatibility with aftermarket parts.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Using a digital caliper is recommended to measure thimble sizes accurately, due to discrepancies in listed measurements online.

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  • Thimble holes are consistently undersized, needing enlargement even when specifying the bridge type in custom orders.

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  • Discrepancies in bridge placement are critical, as even a 1 mm misalignment can cause significant issues.

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Mods and upgrades

  • The Mastery tremolo and bridge are popular choices among builders, suggesting high compatibility and performance with MJT bodies.

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  • Owners recommend countersinking drilled holes into paint and sealing edges with superglue to prevent finish cracking during assembly.

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Build quality

  • The MJT necks often arrive without predrilled mounting holes, requiring additional setup work.

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  • MJT Jazzmaster bodies often require moderate sanding or routing for AVRI trem cavities due to smaller dimensions than expected.

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  • WoodTech body requires user-drilled vibrato and pickguard holes; initial sanding to 220 grit but may need additional smoothing for a better finish.

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Value and pricing

  • WoodTech bodies, even with custom finishes, can end up being more expensive than MJT when considering total build costs.

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  • The Fender custom shop RSD bridge is highly valued but difficult to find separately, often costing upwards of $500.

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