Squier - 40th Anniversary Jazzmaster®, Gold Edition - Lake Placid Blue - 0379420502
The first instruments to bear the Squier name were introduced in 1982, answering the call for genuine Fender® designs at accessible prices. The Squier 40th Anniversary collection celebrates the 40-year journey of Fender’s entry-level brand with special editions of the Telecaster®, Stratocaster®, Jazzmaster®, Precision Bass®, and Jazz Bass®, all available in Gold Edition and Vintage Edition variants.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
The Jazzmaster's unique pickup design delivers a warmer, rounder tone than typical single-coils. The offset body balances beautifully whether sitting or standing. The rhythm circuit provides a completely different voicing for recording and mellow playing.
Spend 10 minutes with the rhythm circuit - that warm rolled-off tone is a hidden gem for recording. Like having two guitars in one.
The Jazzmaster offers a tonal palette that no other guitar can match - from warm, thick rhythm tones to bright, chimey leads. The offset body is surprisingly comfortable for long sessions, and the unique vibrato system adds an expressiveness that Strat and Tele players secretly envy.
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FEATURES
GOLD-PLATED HARDWARE
This anniversary model features gold-plated hardware for an upscale look.GOLD ANODIZED ALUMINUM PICKGUARD
An anodized pickguard is not only extremely durable, but also has a premium look and feel.FENDER-DESIGNED SINGLE-COIL PICKUPS WITH ALNICO 5 MAGNETS
This model features vintage-voiced pickups designed in-house at Fender for authentic and familiar tone.BOUND FINGERBOARD WITH PEARLOID BLOCK INLAYS
Fingerboard binding and block inlays add an eye-catching aesthetic appeal to this limited edition model.ENGRAVED 40TH ANNIVERSARY NECK PLATE
This model features a custom neck plate design commemorating 40 years of Squier history.VINTAGE-INSPIRED HEADSTOCK LOGOS
The headstock logos on this model are inspired by original Fender designs from the 1970s. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DN8pjuGS3jY| BODY | |
| Body Material | Poplar |
| Body Shape | Jazzmaster® |
| Body Finish | Gloss Polyurethane |
| NECK | |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Neck Binding | Aged White |
| Neck Finish | Gloss Urethane |
| Neck Shape | "C" Shape |
| Scale Length | 25.5" (64.77 cm) |
| Fingerboard Material | Indian Laurel |
| Fingerboard Radius | 9.5" (241 mm) |
| Number of Frets | 21 |
| Fret Size | Narrow Tall |
| Nut Material | Bone |
| Nut Width | 1.685" (42.8 mm) |
| Position Inlays | Pearloid Block |
| Truss Rod | Head Adjust |
| Truss Rod Nut | 4 mm Hex |
| ELECTRONICS | |
| Bridge Pickup | Fender® Designed Alnico Single-Coil |
| Neck Pickup | Fender® Designed Alnico Single-Coil |
| Controls | Lead Circuit Controls (Slide Switch Down): Master Volume, Master Tone; Rhythm Circuit Controls (Slide Switch Up): Two Thumbwheel Controls for Neck Pickup Volume and Tone |
| Switching | Neck pickup only (rhythm circuit); neck only, neck and bridge, bridge only (lead circuit) |
| Configuration | SS |
| Special Electronics | Specially-Voiced Rhythm and Lead Circuit Controls |
| HARDWARE | |
| Bridge | 6-Saddle Vintage-Style with Non-Locking Floating Vibrato |
| Hardware Finish | Gold-Plated |
| Tuning Machines | Vintage-Style |
| Pickguard | 1-Ply Gold Anodized Aluminum |
| Control Knobs | Aged White Plastic |
| Switch Tip | Aged White |
| Neck Plate | 4-Bolt Squier® 40th Anniversary |
| MISCELLANEOUS | |
| Strings | Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges) |
| Legal Notice | WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. |
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Squier is one of the most recognized names in musical instruments worldwide. Known for exceptional build quality, innovative design, and reliable performance across every price range, Squier instruments are trusted by beginners and touring professionals alike.
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