Detail 01
EMG 60 neck and EMG 81 bridge
The guitar uses a two-humbucker EMG pickup layout.
Product detailSKU #1389798924842
FenderJim Root Jazzmaster Electric Guitar Satin Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A stripped-back Jim Root signature Jazzmaster built around EMG humbuckers, a hard-tail bridge, and a single volume control.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players seeking Jim Root’s signature Jazzmaster configuration
- Players who want EMG 60 and EMG 81 humbuckers
- Players who prefer a hard-tail, strings-through-body bridge
- Players who value locking tuners and a case-inclusive package
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who want traditional Jazzmaster dual-circuit controls
- Players who want fret position markers
- Players who prefer the traditional Jazzmaster bridge
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
12–16 in. compound-radius ebony fingerboard
The fingerboard radius changes from 12 inches to 16 inches along its length.
Detail 03
22 jumbo frets
It has 22 jumbo frets.
Detail 04
Deluxe staggered locking tuners
The tuning machines are locking and staggered.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Its control layout is intentionally minimal: one master volume and a 3-way switch.
- 02The ebony fingerboard has no position markers.
- 03The included package lists a black tweed case, strap, strap locks, cable, and polishing cloth.
- 04The supplied product data describes the finish as Flat Black satin nitro lacquer.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Who is this Jazzmaster associated with?
It is the Fender Jim Root Jazzmaster, associated with Slipknot/Stone Sour guitarist Jim Root.
02What pickups does it have?
It has an EMG 60 humbucker in the neck position and an EMG 81 humbucker in the bridge position.
03Does it use traditional Jazzmaster controls?
No. The supplied description states that the dual tone circuits and extensive controls are removed; it has a 3-way switch and a single master-volume knob.
04What comes with the guitar?
A black tweed case with red plush interior, strap, strap locks, cable, and polishing cloth are included.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Pickup Configuration
- H/H
3 detailsPlayability
- Number of Frets
- 22
- Number of Strings
- Fender USA, NPS, (.010-.046 Gauges)
- Scale Length
- 25.5" (648mm)
3 detailsBody & build
- Body Material
- Mahogany
- Fingerboard Material
- Ebony, 12" to 16" Compound Radius (304.8mm to 406.4mm) Frets: 22, Jumbo Scale Length: 25.5" (648mm) Hardware: Black Bridge: 6-Saddle American Standard Strings-Thru-Body Strat with Block-Style Saddles Tuning Machines: Deluxe Staggered Cast/Sealed Locking Strings: Fender USA, NPS, (.010-.046 Gauges) Pickup Configuration: H/H Pickups: EMG 81 Humbucking with Brushed Chrome Cover (Bridge) EMG 60 Humbucking with Brushed Chrome Cover (Neck) Pickup Switching: 3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup Controls: Master Volume
- Color
- Black
5 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- Tier
- new
- Korena Special
- false
- Source Id
- site51389798924842
- Prop65
- WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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