USED Fender / 1978 Jazzmaster Sunburst [12]

A 1978 Fender Jazzmaster has arrived.
Fender’s Jazzmaster guitar debuted in 1958. At a time when Gibson dominated the jazz scene, Leo Fender introduced the Jazzmaster, featuring a newly developed offset contoured body, Fender’s first rosewood fingerboard neck, and a tremolo unit. Although it did not gain traction in the jazz scene initially, it later gained popularity through surf music and the alternative scene, eventually becoming one of Fender’s signature models.

The guitar we’ve just received is a 1978 model—from the final production run—featuring an ash body and black hardware.

It is equipped with original gray-bobbin pickups, and the neck—with its slightly thicker, solid shape—delivers a rich Jazzmaster tone.
The set screws on the bridge saddles have been replaced; while the electronics are original, there are some minor contact issues.
Overall, it shows signs of wear appropriate for its age—including scratches, dents, weather checking, discoloration, paint peeling, and other damage—but it retains a dignified, vintage-inspired appearance.
The frets have been dressed and have about 5 minutes of life remaining; the neck is in good condition, and the truss rod is adjustable.

Pot dates: 1377645, 13778xx
Pickup dates: 142178, 42178
Condition Grade: B+: Some scratches, but no issues for normal use

Serial Number: S800458
Year of Manufacture: 1978
Country of Manufacture: United States
Case: Original hard case
Accessories: Tonearm
Weight: 4.27 kg
Truss Rod: No issues; rod movement tested up to 60 degrees in both directions with no problems
Remaining Fret Wear: Within normal range; fret height is sufficient for playing
String Height (Low String Side): 2.0 mm at the 12th fret
String action (treble side): 1.5 mm at the 12th fret
Nut width: 41.6 mm
Neck thickness near the 1st fret: 22.7 mm
Neck thickness near the 12th fret: 24.6 mm
Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
Radius: 184 mm (7.25")
Strings at Setup: D'Addario EXL110 / .010-.046 set
Repairs and Maintenance Performed: Cleaning, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, octave adjustment, action adjustment, fret leveling, electronics repair

* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, and other imperfections that are not clearly visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.

* Any listed measurements for the truss rod, remaining fret life, string action, etc., were taken by our staff during setup and are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.
These measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase; we cannot guarantee that the measurements will be exactly the same when the item arrives.

* This is a one-of-a-kind item that is listed simultaneously on multiple marketplaces, including our in-store display. We strive to promptly remove product listings upon sale, but updates may not always be in real time.
We sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding.