Best Fender Alternative Design Guitars 2025

Premium Fender alternative design guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Modern Design For Unique Style For Progressive Music For Contemporary Players For Innovation For Distinctive Look

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Fender Vintera II 50s Jazzmaster SB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Fender Vintera II 50s Jazzmaster SB

by Fender

Unique Style Contemporary Players Innovation

Key Feature:

• Contemporary aesthetics

✓ PROS

• Conversation starter
• Unique visual appeal

✗ CONS

• May not suit traditional players
• Higher cost for unique design

Fender Vintera II 50s Jazzmaster SBElectric GuitarVintera II SeriesBody: AlderNeck: MapleNeck profile: Late 50s...

⭐ 4.4/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 571441

$1,296

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Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Jaguar RW BLK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Jaguar RW BLK

by Fender

Innovation Unique Style Contemporary Players

Key Feature:

• Innovative and modern design

✓ PROS

• Unique visual appeal
• Innovative and modern design

✗ CONS

• Limited mainstream appeal
• Resale value uncertainty

Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Jaguar RW BLKElectric GuitarBody: BasswoodBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodWhite pearloid...

⭐ 4.9/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 621707

$1,704

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Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Jazzmaster WPL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Jazzmaster WPL

by Fender

Contemporary Players Progressive Music Modern Design

Key Feature:

• Contemporary aesthetics

✓ PROS

• Unique visual appeal
• Innovative and modern design

✗ CONS

• Resale value uncertainty
• May not suit traditional players

Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Jazzmaster WPLElectric GuitarBody: BasswoodBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodPearl dot...

⭐ 4.4/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 615229

$1,682

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Fender Vintera II 70s Jaguar VW - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (14 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Fender Vintera II 70s Jaguar VW

by Fender

Distinctive Look Contemporary Players Modern Design

Key Feature:

• Contemporary aesthetics

✓ PROS

• Unique visual appeal
• Often improved ergonomics

✗ CONS

• Resale value uncertainty
• May not suit traditional players

Fender Vintera II 70s Jaguar VWElectric GuitarVintera II SeriesBody: AlderNeck: MapleFingerboard: MapleFingerboard...

⭐ 4.7/5 (14 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 571455

$1,407

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Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Mustang WPL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Mustang WPL

by Fender

Progressive Music Contemporary Players Modern Design

Key Feature:

• Often improved ergonomics

✓ PROS

• Contemporary aesthetics
• Innovative and modern design

✗ CONS

• May not suit traditional players
• May sacrifice traditional tone

Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Mustang WPLElectric GuitarBody: BasswoodBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodPearl dot...

⭐ 4.5/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 615240

$1,638

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Fender Am Ultra II Meteora EB TXT - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Fender Am Ultra II Meteora EB TXT

by Fender

Modern Design Contemporary Players Unique Style

Key Feature:

• Unique visual appeal

✓ PROS

• Contemporary aesthetics
• Innovative and modern design

✗ CONS

• Resale value uncertainty
• Limited mainstream appeal

Fender Am Ultra II Meteora EB TXTElectric GuitarBody: ALderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: EbonyWhite pearloid dot...

⭐ 4.8/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 596073

$2,617

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Fender AV II 66 Jazzmaster RW SHM - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (17 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Fender AV II 66 Jazzmaster RW SHM

by Fender

Progressive Music Unique Style Contemporary Players

Key Feature:

• Conversation starter

✓ PROS

• Often improved ergonomics
• Conversation starter

✗ CONS

• May sacrifice traditional tone
• Resale value uncertainty

Fender AV II 66 Jazzmaster RW SHMElectric GuitarBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodFingerboard inlays:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (17 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 608711

$3,024

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Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Mustang BPL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Mustang BPL

by Fender

Innovation Contemporary Players Progressive Music

Key Feature:

• Contemporary aesthetics

✓ PROS

• Unique visual appeal
• Innovative and modern design

✗ CONS

• May sacrifice traditional tone
• Resale value uncertainty

Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Mustang BPLElectric GuitarBody: BasswoodBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodPearl dot...

⭐ 4.5/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 615232

$1,638

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Fender Hybrid II Jazzmaster RW Q AQM - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Fender Hybrid II Jazzmaster RW Q AQM

by Fender

Modern Design Unique Style Progressive Music

Key Feature:

• Often improved ergonomics

✓ PROS

• Often improved ergonomics
• Unique visual appeal

✗ CONS

• Resale value uncertainty
• May not suit traditional players

Fender Hybrid II Jazzmaster RW Q AQMElectric GuitarBody: AlderTop: Quilted mapleBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 598128

$1,539

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Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW BCG - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.6/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW BCG

by Fender

Contemporary Players Progressive Music Modern Design

Key Feature:

• Innovative and modern design

✓ PROS

• Contemporary aesthetics
• Often improved ergonomics

✗ CONS

• May sacrifice traditional tone
• May not suit traditional players

Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW BCGElectric GuitarBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodWhite dot...

⭐ 4.6/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 595266

$912

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Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Jazzmaster BLK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.8/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Jazzmaster BLK

by Fender

Innovation Modern Design Unique Style

Key Feature:

• Conversation starter

✓ PROS

• Innovative and modern design
• Contemporary aesthetics

✗ CONS

• Higher cost for unique design
• Limited mainstream appeal

Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Jazzmaster BLKElectric GuitarBody: BasswoodNeck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodWhite pearloid block...

⭐ 4.8/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 621705

$1,704

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Fender Am Ultra II Meteora EB UBST - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.4/5 (44 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Fender Am Ultra II Meteora EB UBST

by Fender

Innovation Unique Style Distinctive Look

Key Feature:

• Contemporary aesthetics

✓ PROS

• Innovative and modern design
• Unique visual appeal

✗ CONS

• Higher cost for unique design
• Resale value uncertainty

Fender Am Ultra II Meteora EB UBSTElectric GuitarBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: EbonyWhite pearloid dot...

⭐ 4.4/5 (44 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 596071

$2,749

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Fender AM Pro II Jazzmaster MN MYS SG - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.7/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Fender AM Pro II Jazzmaster MN MYS SG

by Fender

Contemporary Players Unique Style Innovation

Key Feature:

• Contemporary aesthetics

✓ PROS

• Unique visual appeal
• Contemporary aesthetics

✗ CONS

• Higher cost for unique design
• Resale value uncertainty

Fender AM Pro II Jazzmaster MN MYS SGElectric GuitarBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFretboard: MapleNeck profile: Deep...

⭐ 4.7/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 500915

$2,254

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Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW CRR - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.9/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW CRR

by Fender

Modern Design Unique Style Distinctive Look

Key Feature:

• Innovative and modern design

✓ PROS

• Innovative and modern design
• Conversation starter

✗ CONS

• May not suit traditional players
• Limited mainstream appeal

Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW CRRElectric GuitarBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodWhite dot...

⭐ 4.9/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 595311

$912

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Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW AQB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.6/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW AQB

by Fender

Contemporary Players Modern Design Distinctive Look

Key Feature:

• Unique visual appeal

✓ PROS

• Contemporary aesthetics
• Innovative and modern design

✗ CONS

• May sacrifice traditional tone
• Resale value uncertainty

Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW AQBElectric GuitarBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodWhite dot...

⭐ 4.6/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 595317

$897

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How to Choose the Best Alternative Design Guitars

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced alternative design guitars typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW CRR

Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW AQB

How to Choose the Best Alternative Design Guitars

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