If you’ve ever picked up a Jaguar and thought, “yeah… this is a whole different world,” you’re not wrong—and this Fender Vintera III Mid '60s Jaguar leans all the way into that vibe.
This is one of those guitars that doesn’t just sound different—it feels different. Shorter 24" scale, a little more snap under the fingers, and that quick, percussive response that makes everything from surfy cleans to gritty indie lines just pop in a really satisfying way. It’s got that tight low end, glassy top, and a slightly hollow character that sits perfectly in a band mix without stepping on anything.
The vintage-style mid-‘60s pickups bring all that classic sparkle, but the real magic with a Jag is in the controls. You’ve got the full lead and rhythm circuit setup here, so you can flip between two completely different tones on the fly. Bright and cutting one second, warm and rolled-off the next. And that strangle switch? Kick that in and you get this thin, punchy bite that cuts through anything.
Neck feels right at home—mid ‘60s “C” carve, super comfortable, nothing extreme. The 7.25" radius keeps it feeling vintage and chord-friendly, while the taller frets give you a little extra room to dig in when you want to.
And then there’s the hardware. Floating trem with the lock button, the classic bridge setup, even the built-in mute—it’s all there. This thing isn’t trying to be modernized or simplified. It’s the full Jaguar experience, quirks and all… and that’s exactly why people love them.
If you’ve been curious about Jaguars, this is a great way to jump in. And if you already know… you probably don’t need much convincing.
Specs:
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Body: Alder
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Finish: Gloss Polyester
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Neck: Maple (Mid ‘60s “C” profile)
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Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane
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Fingerboard: Round-Laminated Rosewood
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Radius: 7.25"
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Frets: 22 (Vintage Tall)
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Scale Length: 24"
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Nut Width: 1.650"
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Nut Material: Bone
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Inlays: Aged White Pearloid Dots
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Pickups: Vintage-Style Mid ‘60s Single-Coil
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Controls:
- Lead Circuit: Master Volume, Master Tone
- Rhythm Circuit: Neck Volume & Tone (thumbwheels)
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Switching:
- Individual pickup on/off switches
- Lead/Rhythm circuit selector
- Bass-cut “Strangle” switch
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Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Adjustable (Floating)
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Tremolo: Vintage-Style Floating with Lock Button
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Tuners: Vintage-Style
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Hardware: Nickel/Chrome
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Pickguard: 3-Ply Mint Green
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Weight: 8lbs 4oz
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Case: Deluxe Gig Bag Included
