Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Jazzmaster WPL
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MIJ Trad II 60s Jazzmaster WPL
Product Info
Article Number:
615229
Brand:
Fender
Model:
MIJ Trad II 60s Jazzmaster WPL
Category:
Alternative Design Guitars
Price:
$1,681.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This MIJ Jazzmaster is a seriously cool instrument – a fantastic blend of vintage vibe and modern playability. The basswood body gives it a unique warmth, while the pickups nail that classic Jazzmaster twang. It's ideal for players seeking a distinctive alternative to a Strat or Tele, and wanting a premium feel without a premium-priced tag.
Product Description
- Fender MIJ Trad II 60s Jazzmaster WPL
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Basswood
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Pearl dot fingerboard inlays
- neck profile: U
- Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- Nut width: 41 mm (1.615")
- Bone nut
- 21 vintage frets
- Pickups: Two vintage-style Jazzmaster single coils
- Lead circuit controls (slide switch downwards): 2 x volume
- 1 x master tone
- Rhythm circuit control (slide switch upwards): Two thumbwheel controls for volume and tone of the neck pickup
- 3-way toggle switch
- 3-ply white pickguard
- Adjustable 6-saddle vintage-style tremolo with ‘floating’ tremolo tailpiece
- Vintage-style machine heads
- Gold hardware
- Colour: Pearl White
- Includes gig bag
- Made in Japan
PROS
- • Basswood body offers a surprisingly resonant and balanced tonal foundation.
- • Vintage-style Jazzmaster pickups deliver a thick, jangly tone perfect for surf and alternative.
- • The 'U' neck profile provides a comfortable, familiar feel for classic Fender players.
- • Floating tremolo tailpiece allows for subtle vibrato and expressive playing techniques.
CONS
- • Basswood, while versatile, lacks the sustain of more premium tonewoods like ash.
- • The vintage-style bridge, while authentic, can be less precise for modern playing styles.
- • The unique wiring, while cool, can be confusing for players unfamiliar with Jazzmaster circuits.
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Key Features
Body Material
Basswood
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Vintage-style Jazzmaster single coils
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
21 vintage
Bridge
Adjustable 6-saddle vintage-style tremolo
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The MIJ offers a more vintage-accurate feel and tone, but the American Pro II generally has tighter tolerances and more modern refinements.
The floating tremolo is functional, but requires proper setup and care to avoid excessive tuning instability – it’s more for subtle vibrato than extreme dives.
They’re straightforward to adjust, but understanding their impact on the tone takes a little experimentation with the slide switch positions.
