forum thread Posted by jk6812 | Staff • 5d ago
Jun 13, 2025 5:14 AM
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Item 1 of 6
forum thread Posted by jk6812 | Staff • 5d ago
Jun 13, 2025 5:14 AM
Fender Player II Jazzmaster Limited-Edition Electric Guitar (British Racing Green) $699.99 + Free Shipping
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Just FYI, the body on this guitar is not routed to allow a traditional jazzmaster switch to be added without routing out the body. It would be a big job to modify this model with a loaded pickguard with all the classic jazzmaster controls.
as someone who just got into JMs I was stunned to realize that the Players and Am Performers don't include a rhythm circuit. It's clear now why so many go for the CV/J Mascis squiers as they're a much better deal. The only MX option with a rhythm circuit is the Vintera 2 for $1300, crazy
How important is the rhythm circuit?
As previous comments state it's basically what makes a jazzmaster a jazzmaster, but of course it might not matter to some. It allows you to have two different preset tones at specific volumes at the flick of a switch, which is fun & convenient, and unlike other models. It's a feature that Fender gatekeeps behind the most expensive models of each tier (Asia/MX/US) so I think that says something. Go to a guitar shop and try it out, I was hooked instantly but you might not care