Best Stanford Jazz Guitars 2025

Premium Stanford jazz guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Jazz For Blues For Fusion For R&B For Soul For Smooth Jazz

BRANDS: Ibanez Stanford Godin DAngelico Harley Benton

Stanford CR Fatboy Pelham Blue 95 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Stanford CR Fatboy Pelham Blue 95

by Stanford

Soul Blues R&B

Key Feature:

• Excellent for clean tones

✓ PROS

• Excellent for clean tones
• Great sustain and resonance

✗ CONS

• May lack brightness for rock
• Limited high-gain capabilities

Stanford CR Fatboy Pelham Blue 95Electric GuitarType: ES 175-styleBody: Maple laminatedSet-in neck: Solid...

⭐ 5.0/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 614692

$1,418

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Stanford CR Fatboy 75-2 AV - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Stanford CR Fatboy 75-2 AV

by Stanford

Soul Smooth Jazz R&B

Key Feature:

• Professional jazz sound

✓ PROS

• Great sustain and resonance
• Professional jazz sound

✗ CONS

• Limited high-gain capabilities
• Often more expensive

Stanford CR Fatboy 75-2 AVSemi-Acoustic Guitar with PickupsCrossroads SeriesBack & sides: Maple veneerTop: Mahogany...

⭐ 4.6/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 485106

$1,209

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Stanford CR Vanguard AV - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Stanford CR Vanguard AV

by Stanford

Fusion Blues R&B

Key Feature:

• Professional jazz sound

✓ PROS

• Rich harmonic content
• Warm, smooth humbucker tone

✗ CONS

• Less versatile than solid-body guitars
• Often more expensive

Stanford CR Vanguard AVSemi-Acoustic Guitar with PickupCrossroads SeriesBack & Sides: Maple veneerTop: Solid...

⭐ 4.6/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 485104

$1,315

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Stanford CR Fatboy Candy Apple Red 95 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Stanford CR Fatboy Candy Apple Red 95

by Stanford

Soul Fusion R&B

Key Feature:

• Warm, smooth humbucker tone

✓ PROS

• Rich harmonic content
• Warm, smooth humbucker tone

✗ CONS

• Less versatile than solid-body guitars
• Limited high-gain capabilities

Stanford CR Fatboy Candy Apple Red 95Electric GuitarType: ES 175-styleBody: Maple laminatedSet-in neck: Solid...

⭐ 4.8/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 614695

$1,418

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Stanford CR Fatboy Golden Eye 95 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Stanford CR Fatboy Golden Eye 95

by Stanford

Blues Jazz Soul

Key Feature:

• Great sustain and resonance

✓ PROS

• Rich harmonic content
• Warm, smooth humbucker tone

✗ CONS

• Feedback prone at high volumes
• Less versatile than solid-body guitars

Stanford CR Fatboy Golden Eye 95Electric GuitarCrossroads SeriesStyle: Single cutaway ES-175 styleBack and sides: Maple...

⭐ 4.5/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 591320

$1,264

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Stanford CR Fatboy PB 95 Bigsby B60 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Stanford CR Fatboy PB 95 Bigsby B60

by Stanford

Blues Jazz Fusion

Key Feature:

• Excellent for clean tones

✓ PROS

• Professional jazz sound
• Excellent for clean tones

✗ CONS

• Limited high-gain capabilities
• Often more expensive

Stanford CR Fatboy PB 95 Bigsby B60Electric GuitarType: ES 175-styleBody: Maple laminatedSet-in neck: Solid...

⭐ 4.7/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 614701

$1,595

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Stanford CR Fatboy CAR 95 Bigsby B60 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Stanford CR Fatboy CAR 95 Bigsby B60

by Stanford

Jazz Soul R&B

Key Feature:

• Great sustain and resonance

✓ PROS

• Rich harmonic content
• Professional jazz sound

✗ CONS

• Often more expensive
• Less versatile than solid-body guitars

Stanford CR Fatboy CAR 95 Bigsby B60Electric GuitarType: ES 175-styleBody: Maple laminatedSet-in neck: Solid...

⭐ 5.0/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 614698

$1,595

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Stanford CR Fatboy 75 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Stanford CR Fatboy 75

by Stanford

Fusion R&B Blues

Key Feature:

• Professional jazz sound

✓ PROS

• Rich harmonic content
• Professional jazz sound

✗ CONS

• Limited high-gain capabilities
• May lack brightness for rock

Stanford Fatboy 75Electric GuitarCrossroad seriesBuild: 80 mm full bodyBody: Maple laminatedNeck: MahoganyFretboard:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 420762

$1,297

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Stanford CR Fatboy GE 95 Bigsby B60 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (17 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Stanford CR Fatboy GE 95 Bigsby B60

by Stanford

R&B Fusion Smooth Jazz

Key Feature:

• Rich harmonic content

✓ PROS

• Warm, smooth humbucker tone
• Rich harmonic content

✗ CONS

• Less versatile than solid-body guitars
• Often more expensive

Stanford CR Fatboy GE 95 Bigsby B60Electric GuitarType: ES 175-styleBody: Maple laminatedSet-in neck: Solid...

⭐ 4.7/5 (17 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 614704

$1,595

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How to Choose the Best Jazz 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 jazz 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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Best Stanford Jazz Guitars 2025

Stanford CR Fatboy Pelham Blue 95

Stanford CR Fatboy 75-2 AV

Stanford CR Vanguard AV

Stanford CR Fatboy Candy Apple Red 95

Stanford CR Fatboy Golden Eye 95

Stanford CR Fatboy PB 95 Bigsby B60

Stanford CR Fatboy CAR 95 Bigsby B60

Stanford CR Fatboy 75

Stanford CR Fatboy GE 95 Bigsby B60

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