Detail 01
Master Volume
One knob controls the guitar's overall output level.
Product detailSKU #1389798924842
FenderJim Root Jazzmaster Electric Guitar Satin Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Built around a stripped-back control layout, the Jim Root Jazzmaster puts two humbuckers, a three-way selector, and one master volume at the center of the instrument. Its mahogany offset body pairs with a satin maple modern-C neck, contoured heel, and marker-free ebony fingerboard. The guitar uses a hard-tail Stratocaster bridge, locking tuners, and black hardware, while brushed nickel pickup covers provide contrast against the black satin finish.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players who want direct selection between an EMG 60 neck pickup and EMG 81 bridge pickup.
- Setups that benefit from a single volume control and three-way pickup switching.
- Guitarists comfortable navigating a 22-fret ebony fingerboard without position markers.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who need the dual tone circuits and broader control array associated with a typical Jazzmaster.
- Players who rely on visible fret-position markers for navigation.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
H/H pickup configuration
The neck and bridge positions are both humbucking pickups.
Detail 03
12–16 inch compound-radius ebony fingerboard
The fingerboard radius changes from 12 inches to 16 inches along its length.
Detail 04
Deluxe staggered locking tuners
The guitar is fitted with staggered locking tuning machines.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The fingerboard has no position markers.
- 02A black tweed case with red plush interior, strap, strap locks, cable, and polishing cloth are included.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What pickups are fitted?
It has an EMG 60 humbucker at the neck and an EMG 81 humbucker at the bridge, both with brushed nickel covers.
02How are the pickups controlled?
The guitar has a three-way switch and one master-volume control.
03Does it include a case?
Yes. A black tweed case with red plush interior is included.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
6 detailsPickups & controls
- Controls
- Master Volume
- Neck
- Maple, "C" Shape
- Pickup Switching
- 3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge
- Pickup Configuration
- H/H
- Bridge
- 6-Saddle American Standard Strings-Thru-Body Strat with
- Pickups
- EMG 81 Humbucking with Brushed Chrome Cover (Bridge)
7 detailsPlayability
- Frets
- 22, Jumbo
- Strings
- Fender USA, NPS, (.010-.046 Gauges)
- String Nut
- Synthetic Bone, 1.685 inch (42.8mm)
- Number of Frets
- 22
- Number of Strings
- Fender USA, NPS, (.010-.046 Gauges)
- Scale Length
- 25.5
- Neck Shape
- C
10 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
- Body Material
- Mahogany
- Body Finish
- Satin Urethane
- Neck Wood
- Maple
- Hardware
- Black
- Fingerboard Material
- Ebony, 12" to 16" Compound
- Fingerboard
- Ebony, 12 inch to 16 inch Compound Radius (304.8mm to 406.4mm)
- Tuning Machines
- Deluxe Staggered Cast/Sealed Locking
- Body Shape
- Offset
- Neck Finish
- Satin Urethane
1 detailsOther
- Series
- Artist
