Fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar

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Fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar

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Kurt Cobain Jaguar

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Product Info

Article Number: 330952
Brand: Fender
Model: Kurt Cobain Jaguar
Price: $1,758.90

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This Kurt Cobain Jaguar is a raw, powerful machine built for that iconic Nirvana sound. The DiMarzio pickups and tremolo system really capture the essence of his playing style. It’s a premium-priced instrument ideal for players wanting a direct connection to a specific era and tone – not a versatile all-rounder.

Product Description

  • Fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar
  • Electric Guitar
  • Artist Series - Kurt Cobain Signature Model
  • Alder body
  • Maple neck
  • Rosewood fingerboard (Dalbergia latifolia)
  • Modern C neck profile
  • 22 Medium jumbo frets
  • Scale: 610 mm
  • Pickup: 1 DiMarzio DP100 Super Distortion and 1 DiMarzio PAF DP103 humbucker
  • Black chrome-plated Adjusto-Matic bridge
  • Chrome-plated vintage style floating tremolo with tremolo lock button
  • Gotoh cast/sealed machine heads
  • Strat headstock
  • Colour: 3-Colour Sunburst
  • Includes case and limited edition Fender Kurt Cobain book
PROS
  • • Alder body provides a resonant, punchy foundation for aggressive tones.
  • • DiMarzio Super Distortion delivers searing high-gain output perfect for grunge.
  • • Modern C neck profile offers a comfortable and familiar feel for most players.
  • • Vintage-style tremolo allows for expressive vibrato while maintaining tuning stability.
CONS
  • • The tremolo system requires careful setup and can be prone to tuning instability without it.
  • • The Super Distortion pickup can be a limiting factor for players seeking a wider tonal palette.
  • • Alder body combined with hardware can result in a heavier instrument for extended playing.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
Pickups DiMarzio DP100 Super Distortion & DiMarzio PAF DP103 humbucker
Scale Length 610 mm
Frets 22 Medium jumbo
Bridge Black chrome-plated Adjusto-Matic
Weight 8.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a vintage-style floating tremolo, less refined than a modern Strat trem, requiring more careful setup to avoid tuning issues.
It’s a Modern C profile – comfortable and familiar, not overly thick or thin, offering a good balance for most players.
Drop tunings can exacerbate tremolo tuning instability; a tremolo lock button is essential for reliable performance.

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