The Made in Japan Traditional series was created by fusing Fender's traditional instrument-making aesthetics with Japan's sophisticated craftsmanship. Fender's authentic DNA is revived with reliable Made in Japan quality.
The 2023 Collection, MIJ Traditional Late 60s Jazzmaster features a gloss finish basswood body with 21 vintage-style frets, and a 9.5-inch radius U-shaped maple neck that provides the classic playing style unique to the Traditional series. . A six-saddle vintage-style bridge with a floating tremolo tailpiece and original pickups selected for the Traditional series deliver realistic, musical vintage tones.
This product is a reissue of a product that has been used since the late 1960s, with binding on the neck and block position inlays. This series reflects solid guitar craftsmanship and a flexible response to the needs of players.
This product is a limited edition product for 2023
Basswood body
9.5 radius
U shaped maple neck
21 vintage style frets
Six-saddle vintage-style bridge with floating tremolo tailpiece
2023 limited product
Body Material: Crafted from basswood for a balanced and resonant tone
Body Finish: Gloss Polyester finish for a sleek and durable appearance
Body Shape: Classic Jazzmaster body shape for iconic style and comfortable playability
Neck Material: Maple neck construction for stability and bright tone
Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane finish for smooth feel and protection
Neck Shape: "U" Shape neck profile for a comfortable grip
Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm) scale length for traditional feel and playability
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood fingerboard for warm tones and smooth playability
Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm) fingerboard radius for easy string bending
Number of Frets: 21 vintage-style frets for classic feel and tone
Fret Size: Vintage fret size for smooth playability
Nut Material: Bone nut for excellent sustain and tone transfer
Nut Width: 1.615" (41.02 mm) nut width for comfortable string spacing
Position Inlays: Pearloid Block inlays for a classic aesthetic
Bridge Pickup: Vintage-Style Single-Coil Jazzmaster bridge pickup for authentic tone
Neck Pickup: Vintage-Style Single-Coil Jazzmaster neck pickup for rich, expressive sound
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: 3-Position Toggle Switch for versatile tonal options
Configuration: SS pickup configuration for classic Jazzmaster sound
Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Adjustable Bridge with Floating Tremolo Tailpiece for smooth tremolo effects
Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome hardware finish for durability and vintage aesthetic
Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style tuning machines for reliable tuning stability
Pickguard: 4-Ply Tortoiseshell pickguard for classic Jazzmaster style
Control Knobs: White "Witch Hat" control knobs for vintage look and feel
Switch Tip: Vintage White switch tip for authentic appearance
Neck Plate: 4-Bolt neck plate for stability and resonance
Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges) strings for bright tone and smooth playability