Building a Custom Fender Jaguar: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide!

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Specific Parts used in the video:
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► Neck - Fender American Professional Jaguar NECK Rosewood, Block Inlays Model #: 7719533121
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► Tuners - Fender Classic Gear 2-PIN MOUNT Machine Head Tuning Keys - Model #: 0990802100
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► String Guide
Fender Pure Vintage String Tree Kit Model #: 0992083000
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► D'Addario Strings
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► Pickups
Fender Pure Vintage '65 Jaguar Pickup Set Model #: 0992238000
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► Pickguard
Fender Pure Vintage '65 Jaguar Pickguard - Brown Model #: 0094464049
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► Pickguard Screws: Model #: 0994923000
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► Wiring Kit (and others)
Hoagland Custom Handcrafted Jaguar Wiring Harness - OD cap - for Guitars w/Routing Channel Holes
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Similar wiring kit at Sweetwater (no plates)
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► Fender Jaguar/Jazzmaster Tremolo Assembly Model #: 0264248000
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► Neck Plate: Fender Part: 0991448100
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► Volume Knobs
Fender Pure Vintage 1965 Jaguar Skirted Knobs Model #: 0019455049
Fender Jazz Bass Knobs - Black Model #: 0991370000
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Timestamps:
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0:00 - Intro and what this video is about
1:24 - All the parts being used in this project
5:43 - How much did it all cost?
6:51 - Building your own Jaguar on the Fender Modshop
9:15 - Guitar Assembly
9:25 - Attaching the neck
11:20 - Tuners
13:19 - Bridge and Tailpiece
15:12 - Pickups
19:16 - Electronics
23:42 - Guitar strings
24:37 - Volume knobs
24:57 - String guide
26:08 - Guitar weight
26:26 - Pickup resistance
26:50 - Neck measurements
27:32 - Basic guitar setup
29:29 - the Gallery
31:14 - Jaguar controls explained
32:17 - Recording setup and effect pedals
32:49 - Clean tones
34:35 - Dirty tones
36:59 - Summary - my thoughts
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[@landonbailey]

Here's all the stuff. Have you ever played a Jaguar? Guitar Maintenance Tools I use: --------------------------------------------------------- kit.co/LandonBailey/guitar-ma... Guitar Gear I use --------------------------------------------------------- kit.co/LandonBailey/guitar-gear Find all your guitar parts here --------------------------------------------------------- 🛒 Sweetwater: imp.i114863.net/LJRyM 🛒 Thomann: bit.ly/3opdh5w 🛒 Reverb reverb.grsm.io/landonbailey 🛒 Solo Guitars bit.ly/3dpEzYH Get a Fender Princeton amp like the one in the video 🛒 Sweetwater - imp.i114863.net/RyK6Mb 🛒 Amazon geni.us/FenderPrinceton 🛒 Thomann bit.ly/3kaw0yN the Mic is a Sennheiser e906 🛒Sweetwater imp.i114863.net/qnyyBY 🛒 Thomann bit.ly/3zbApbX Specific Parts used in the video: --------------------------------------------------------- ► Neck - Fender American Professional Jaguar NECK Rosewood, Block Inlays Model #: 7719533121 🛒 Solo Guitars bit.ly/3w3xMdL 🛒 Reverb reverb.grsm.io/gpuv8wvdgd1p 🛒 Ebay ebay.us/F7bxvx ► Tuners - Fender Classic Gear 2-PIN MOUNT Machine Head Tuning Keys - Model #: 0990802100 🛒 Solo Guitars bit.ly/3c06RbH 🛒 Reverb reverb.grsm.io/gpuv8wvdgd1p 🛒 Ebay ebay.us/F7bxvx ► String Guide Fender Pure Vintage String Tree Kit Model #: 0992083000 🛒 Sweetwater imp.i114863.net/QOKJqP 🛒 Thomann bit.ly/3Glm5Cr 🛒 Solo Guitars bit.ly/3SRSuGY 🛒 Amazon geni.us/FenderStringGuide ► D'Addario Strings 🛒 Sweetwater imp.i114863.net/jWZyqb 🛒 Thomann bit.ly/2XLIoQw 🛒 Solo Guitars bit.ly/3JTHi8M ► Pickups Fender Pure Vintage '65 Jaguar Pickup Set Model #: 0992238000 🛒 Thomann bit.ly/38EjwQ3 🛒 Amazon geni.us/Jaguar65Pickups 🛒 Solo Guitars bit.ly/3Poic2U ► Pickguard Fender Pure Vintage '65 Jaguar Pickguard - Brown Model #: 0094464049 🛒 Sweetwater imp.i114863.net/ORdL5P 🛒 Thomann bit.ly/3MzdOhc 🛒 Amazon geni.us/JaguarPickguard 🛒 Solo Guitars bit.ly/3Al30iK ► Pickguard Screws: Model #: 0994923000 🛒 Sweetwater imp.i114863.net/mgnz7a 🛒 Amazon geni.us/PickguardScrews 🛒 Thomann bit.ly/3jBy5og 🛒 Solo Guitars bit.ly/3bIi3tH ► Wiring Kit (and others) Hoagland Custom Handcrafted Jaguar Wiring Harness - OD cap - for Guitars w/Routing Channel Holes 🛒 Reverb reverb.grsm.io/gpuv8wvdgd1p Similar wiring kit at Sweetwater (no plates) 🛒 Sweetwater imp.i114863.net/rnN1ej ► Fender Jaguar/Jazzmaster Tremolo Assembly Model #: 0264248000 🛒 Amazon amzn.to/3LunOqk 🛒 Solo Guitars bit.ly/3C4VYjz ► Neck Plate: Fender Part: 0991448100 🛒 Sweetwater imp.i114863.net/jPZb5 🛒 Amazon geni.us/FNeckPlate 🛒 Thomann: bit.ly/30FNWJC 🛒 Solo Guitars bit.ly/3vWWYCi ► Volume Knobs Fender Pure Vintage 1965 Jaguar Skirted Knobs Model #: 0019455049 Fender Jazz Bass Knobs - Black Model #: 0991370000 🛒 geni.us/FenderJazzKnobs ► Fender Strap Buttons: Model #: 00994915000 🛒 Sweetwater imp.i114863.net/yRryDV 🛒 Amazon geni.us/StrapButton 🛒 Thomann bit.ly/3eXzpyf Timestamps: --------------------------------------------------------- 0:00 - Intro and what this video is about 1:24 - All the parts being used in this project 5:43 - How much did it all cost? 6:51 - Building your own Jaguar on the Fender Modshop 9:15 - Guitar Assembly 9:25 - Attaching the neck 11:20 - Tuners 13:19 - Bridge and Tailpiece 15:12 - Pickups 19:16 - Electronics 23:42 - Guitar strings 24:37 - Volume knobs 24:57 - String guide 26:08 - Guitar weight 26:26 - Pickup resistance 26:50 - Neck measurements 27:32 - Basic guitar setup 29:29 - the Gallery 31:14 - Jaguar controls explained 32:17 - Recording setup and effect pedals 32:49 - Clean tones 34:35 - Dirty tones 36:59 - Summary - my thoughts

[@ericwarrington6650]

Never played a Jag or a jazz master...been a few days since I checked in w the channel so just wanted to say before I even watch the video that the amount of work you seem to have put into this just in organization of the information for us in the description is amazing...it's noticed and very much appreciated by us all man... NOBODY ELSE is doing this and doing it the way u are .very cool.. keep fine tuning this niche and I think you are really into something

[@NuTacLLC]

Neither you nor that guitar suck.

[@landonbailey]

hey thanks! ya this took weeks to put together. enjoy!

[@maddieromg]

Mastery bridge is worth it for the jag. Also the stay-trem. Check it out. Love the build, especially the block inlays. I’m looking into rewiring mine, as the switches are now giving out, so I enjoyed the electronics part of the video. Thanks

[@dukeofyorkshire355]

Just a brilliant watch from start to finish. Many thanks for putting this together for us all. You've certainly taken some of the fear out of putting together a partscaster. Cheers, dude!

[@landonbailey]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@rexrathtar3893]

Finally got to the tones section. Sounds pretty groovy. Raw, exciting, surfy... Groovy! Nice build, Landon. Thanks for the vid.

[@jables1able]

Looks and sounds amazing man! I have the daphne blue original 60s jag. It is my second jag and I love it! So much! I swapped out my jag bridge for a mustang bridge and it fixed every single problem I had! It’s probably my favourite guitar to play in my collection and I would consider myself at tele guy too! Excellent work man!

[@thorpenator9148]

Love the color. The block inlays in the neck looks amazing. Thanks for sharing.

[@landonbailey]

cheers!

[@stuahlers1528]

Nice build Landon. I have a Squire Jaguar and modded with the same 65 Fender pickups you have. It’s black with a mirror pick guard with chrome tele control knobs. I swapped the bridge out with a Fender Mustang which solved the bridge issues and back string down pressure is fine, no rattling or slipping. Your right about the controls, confusing at first be very simple after. Beautiful guitar, make it a keeper!

[@ipuya]

Never played one. Living vicariously through you mate as far as gear goes!

[@landonbailey]

👍

[@mattdoliver1984]

Brilliant Landon, the quality of those pre-wired control plates looked exceptional 👌🏼 Bravo & good job with the build 👏🏼 I really want a Jaguar in Rebel Yellow

[@landonbailey]

Thanks a ton!

[@ChrissyG233]

Super informative and detailed as usual with a great underlying dry wit which keeps me coming back for more. I’d like to bring my strat over for a jam

[@perthmike7]

Nice build Landon 👍😎🎸 Thanks for sharing this - nice guitar

[@boppermacca9346]

I really enjoyed that build. It looks great and sounds REALLY good..

[@landonbailey]

Thank you kindly!

[@petertheobald5898]

Nice clear informative demo , Landon and a relaxing watch also!!!!👍✌

[@landonbailey]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jamesgretsch4894]

Congrats on the Jaguar build. Excellent job. Beautiful color too.

[@landonbailey]

Thanks a bunch!

[@jesselawson224]

I’ve always wanted a Sherwood green jaguar, hopefully one day! I believe that’s the first neck I’ve seen with block inlays but no binding, dig it! Love these videos, can’t wait for the next one!

[@landonbailey]

I just saw a Made in Japan Sherwood green on Reverb. looks nice!

[@landonbailey]

@Karl Jon that's where I got my MIJ Tele

[@benwright6330]

❤ ..the blue with the white pickguard's gonna age so cool

[@DaringDan]

Fantastic video, Landon. Cheers.

[@landonbailey]

Thanks a ton!

[@gregmock6808]

I have never played one....I think it's my "option anxiety" I avoid amps, guitars and pedals that have complicated controls generally...I think they look cool but also that I'd spend time switching stuff around rather than plug and play....probably would enjoy it but let me know..I' leaning towards the one P90 Fender Noventa tele....as simple as it gets...sort of really thinking I'd enjoy one of those.will be fun to watch you build a Jag though....I like the sounds Johnny Marr got from his when he played oh Neil Finn's solo albums

[@santrixhimself3679]

if you try a jag for the first time you will probably be shocked more by the scale lenght rather then by the controls. just do as everyone does and ignore the rhytm circuit and the third switch on the pickup selector plate ;)

[@landonbailey]

I'm glad I finally tried one out

[@Ottophil]

@@santrixhimself3679 i played one. What is this a neck for ants?

[@sinisterj73]

Turned out very nice. Great job! I love the block inlays on that neck and that was very smart getting the American pro II neck, as it will make the guitar feel and play great. I really enjoy watching these type of videos.

[@landonbailey]

Thanks! It's actually an original Pro neck. Fender didn't make a Pro II Jag for some reason

[@ectoplasma5]

@@landonbailey i think there are no pro 2 Jaguars.

[@landonbailey]

that's correct

[@runningwithscissors0911]

Nice build. I like and appreciate the detail you show and narrate. Good, clever idea to use a cushy exercise mat to support and adjust the PuPs. MUCH better and longer lasting think, than foam. I enjoy your videos ~ please keep them coming.

[@landonbailey]

cheers! ya Fender uses foam

[@mikemarin77]

Beautiful guitar sir! It sounds awesome too

[@landonbailey]

Thanks a lot!

[@learningguitar7948]

I'm building a custom tele following your awesome tele build videos... but next on my list is a jaguar, and I was wishing you did one of those... googled it, and here you are!! Thank you!!

[@landonbailey]

Very cool! have fun

[@jonathanrupolo4726]

Nice job! I think it sounds great, very cool

[@landonbailey]

thanks!

[@syfman6]

I really enjoyed this video. THANK YOU! 💚🎸

[@landonbailey]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Jonathandavidk]

What’s difficult about partscasters is that had you gone with mod shop, you would’ve gotten a case (around $200 bought separately). That makes your build and the mod shop the same amount of money. But with the mod shop, it’s a fender made guitar and would hold almost all of its value while this partscaster would sell for around $500-$600. I have a partscaster and have enjoyed it, but besides gaining experience they make no financial sense. And I know, you can say “I’ll never sell it”, but my experience is that eventually, you might want to move stuff along for something else. In short, it’s great to make something and tinker. It’s great to design something specific to you. But if you ever want to move the guitar on and get your money back, you’ll have to sell the neck, body, and electronics separately.

[@landonbailey]

correct

[@ACT96]

In truth, value is a negotiation and if you look at the guitars of most professional guitarists then you will find that most have been modded or else are the best parts drawn from several guitars. The desirability of those guitars owing to their history and innate qualities makes them valuable. I could go on but life is too short. If you want to build a guitar that is personal to you then this is a great way to do it without having to develop complex luthier skills.

[@ZacharyWThomas]

Well you also have to take into account that the mod shop version he had to “compromise” on damn near every piece of the build. The neck was different (and he said specifically the block inlays are what drew him to the guitar), the control scheme was vastly different (and IMO inferior if you actually want a classic jag sound), and you get basically no control over the hardware options. In my opinion, if you are gonna spend $2k on a guitar, get exactly what you want instead of compromising on a bunch of stuff.

[@alexradsby]

The annoying thing with modshop is that they don't make proper traditional offets. But I totally agree with your thinking for sure.

[@JBM_71]

Looks gorgeous. Jeleous! 😊

[@richarde3378]

Great video! I wanna do a custom build now, too! Thanks, Landon! 😀

[@landonbailey]

Go for it!

[@rajvirsingh5754]

The block inlays really look cool on that guitar

[@landonbailey]

I think so too!

[@leamanc]

Awesome project! Having rebuilt and rewired my Jag from the ground up, you definitely could have handled wiring up the whole thing. It’s a great learning experience, and leads you to experiment with all those switches and pots. The only thing I don’t love about your finished product here is the ToM style bridge. That trem really needs the rocking bridge to get its signature sound. But still, it’s an amazing guitar that I bet you’ll find yourself playing more and more often. And at least it doesn’t have the 3-way blade switch, which wipes out the strangle switch altogether (another essential Jag component).

[@barbmelle3136]

From Leo: I really like the sound of a Jaguar, but I really do not get along with the 24" scale length. You do always seem to use more expensive parts and get a good result. Nice job.

[@landonbailey]

thanks Leo!

[@mihailmilev9909]

lol

[@mihailmilev9909]

Like, which Leo?

[@mihailmilev9909]

@@landonbailey which Leo?

[@MercurialToys]

I'm about to endeavor on a Fender Esquire build/assembly. Have all my parts accept the body & neck which will be here tmw. I've been watching a lot of your build videos, they are very helpful and you make it look fun to do.

[@landonbailey]

Have fun!

[@theWARMJET]

1 of the most beautiful guitar ever

[@TheOnlyGuitarFather]

This is your best series Landon.. I would like to see you do a set neck guitar so I can try it after you lol😂

[@rockerbob949]

Jaguars are awesome guitars. I love the shorter scale. I’d put humbuckers in mine if I could. My body is cut with single coil routes. The single coils are the only thing I don’t like

[@landonbailey]

cheers!

[@paulinedavis8734]

Nice work, love the fret inlays, handsome, #TheJag !

[@landonbailey]

🎸👍

[@calbrockocat8728]

PGAHF to you, too, Landon! Loads of hilarity in here (and I'm foaming at the mouth to spoil things!) along with a fantastic guitar to put together. What's not to like? Super video!

[@landonbailey]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@SeanAllocca]

Come for the build, stay for the explosions. approved!

[@KeroRiripaddo]

Very nice build! The Jaguar is such a unique guitar. Visually and sonically, it’s one of Fender’s most interesting products. But they never seem to put together a Jaguar at the production level that has all of the desired features for Jag fans. This partscaster is one of my fav looking ones though. And it has that quintessential Jaguar tone. It’ll slot in nicely in your collection. Thanks for doing this video!

[@landonbailey]

Hey Kero! ya it's a unique guitar for sure. glad I finally gave it a try

[@somethingelsedoesmatter]

I have had an '09 sunburst Jagmaster II since 2010, and it became my favourite guitar almost immediately. (The other electric guitars I owned are an '87 Charvel Model 4, an '03 Epi Gothic Les Paul, and a Jackson Performer PS-1). Although it is a bit of an oddball, I still like it. I recently got a '21 black Squier CV 70's Jaguar. I like it so far. I dunno if it'll overtake the Jagmaster as my favourite or not. I would have preferred a sunburst Jaguar, but decided to go with black to match my son's Squier FSR Mini Jazzmaster. The other reason was that I had to order online, and I don't like how a lot of the Squier bursts end up looking (including my Jagmaster) because of the mismatched chunks of wood. So, if I were building from scratch, I'd want a two-piece (or really well-matched three/four-piece) body done in a burst. I also have a sonic blue Squier CV 60's Jazzmaster arriving tomorrow (wanted olympic white, but the savings was substantial enough to buy a looper pedal, which I've always wanted, so that was the route I took). I've never built a guitar before, and while it seems fun, I'm a bit of a purist. I don't even want to upgrade parts on my Squiers that I know aren't amazing. I don't even know why. It's a mental block, I guess. That said, I picked up a Hanna Montana Washburn guitar at a yard sale for $10 once, and it's in pieces and the body and headstock are sanded down, waiting for primer. I'm debating sanding the edges of the body to be more rounded, first. Depending how it ends up turning out, I may go ahead and experiment with bridge pickups on it (if the size would work, I'm not even sure... I think it's a 3/4-size guitar).

[@richardfarmer5942]

Great job 👍🏻

[@landonbailey]

thanks!

[@gajapi]

I used 3/4” weather stripping from the hardware store. Lol. Great video!

[@landonbailey]

nice!

[@ImNotOld_ImVintage]

Jaguars are beautiful guitars. I just love how they look. That neck alone is stunning! However... the sound of a jag is totally distinct, and not a tone I'm looking for. (but I still kinda want one just to look at.) If i were building, I would want the same wiring you went with. I think it's superior to the wiring available on the Mod Shop. But, I dislike poly finishes, so I would try to get ahold of parts with a nitro finish, or I'd end up refinishing them myself. And though on most guitars I don't care for red, I'd probably go with a Dakota or Fiesta Red and I'd put a gold racing stripe on it. Jaguars look like an art-deco peice, so I'd want all the bling.

[@tomtom3420]

Great build! WD40 works for sticker residue as well

[@landonbailey]

Good to know!

[@GamerPastHisPrime]

Great video. I love jags. Only think I would have done probably here is add a shim to the neck pocket. Maybe that bridge style doesn’t need one, but with the traditional bridge I would for sure.

[@landonbailey]

Thanks! so far so good without

[@simonfinch9277]

Man i love jaguars!

[@landonbailey]

👍

[@tcjensen1]

Love it. Now to try filtertrons in it!

[@mkart19]

Youre asking that 1 year later

[@tcjensen1]

@@mkart19 I’m well aware of that.

[@gustavoberocan]

i recommend the puisheen channel to learn to set up the Jaguar. He argues it needs a shim in the neck and at least 0.11 strings to have the proper tension and avoid the buzzing and the strings popping out of the bidge saddles. It also will help to set the tremolo properly. nice build! cheers!

[@landonbailey]

thanks!

[@thepostapocalyptictrio4762]

It looks a lot like my favorite guitar: Squire CV 70’s Jaguar Daphne Blue

[@jvig7353]

I actually bought the Ventera HH jaguar MOD (sonic blue too). I didn't like the vintage white pick guard though so I bought a white pearlescent replacement (making it look kinda like Cobain's sonic blueJagStang). Problem was getting those pickups back on a new guard though because they rely upon these springs that I can't get it (there's even a video about this problem that utilizes straws that couldn't help me). Your solution with black foam is something I'll try next.

[@landonbailey]

hey cool, hope it helps!

[@doctoribanez]

Squire just came out with a pink double humbucker jazzmaster shaped guitar I like a lot

[@landonbailey]

this is a Jaguar! 😝

[@jrb92163]

Nice job…Beautiful

[@landonbailey]

thanks! 🎸👍

[@JoeKyser]

So this is somewhere between a shop build and a master build right? lol LB Custom Jag, is pretty sweet. If you ever want to build something and want some pickups, I am happy to make you some. You have provided so much entertainment for me over the last year at least. I remember a Gilmore strat. That may be when I started coming and watching.

[@RobertNolan]

If you end up with any tuning instability, slot the bridge saddles and shim the neck a bit. You'll have to raise the bridge a little too.

[@landonbailey]

cheers thanks for the tips!

[@austinledley]

Awesome guitar. I ended up returning my Jaguar block inlay neck and cancelling that build for now. One thing to keep in mind about Jaguars and Jazzmasters-some of the MIM model bodies are being built with the trem system moved up slightly higher on the body. The J Mascis Jazzmaster does this as well. This Vintera Modified body that you used has this feature. The regular Vintera Jag does not. This modification is supposed to change the string “break angle” on the bridge when using the tremolo and increase tuning stability. I had a J mascis body on my partscaster Jazzmaster at first, but I came to strongly dislike this new trem location. It made the trem arm go forward too far and it felt awkward for me. I ended up switching to a Jazzmaster Vintera body (not modified) with the original trem position and I like it way better. I prefer the vintage string break angle and now I can actually play behind the bridge for weird sounds too. Tuning stability is just fine, especially with my mastery bridge (which was not designed with fender’s new trem location in mind). You have a American Pro Jazzmaster with the original trem location with the rosewood neck- I encourage you to compare the trem on that to this Jag and see what you think. Maybe it won’t be worth swapping the body to you, but it was to me. Sorry for the long comment. Great video 🤷‍♂️

[@landonbailey]

hey thanks for sharing that info! good to know

[@stephenhawkingsfootballboo7885]

Great build! The only thing I'd do differently is paint the headstock to match the body. Also - you sound almost exactly like Ron Livingston (from the film 'Office Space').

[@georg.camerone56]

Ace! Big help for me - gonna build me one the same :)

[@landonbailey]

Have fun!

[@overvieweffect9034]

jazzmasters have seen sort of a resurgence lately, but jaguars haven't been prominent at all. Maybe there's a good reason for that, idk, never played one a I don't think I'd buy one, but it's really cool that you decided to build a Jag, it's just great to see something a little different every now and then, even from a company like fender!

[@landonbailey]

🎸👍

[@WojeLechistanu]

Jag - the best fender ever. I prefer Olympic White. Well done mate

[@eddiejr540]

Landon…I was wondering what you were gonna do about the wiring…you’d have to be an electrical engineer to wire up one of these things…well done sir!!!

[@johnbanks2275]

planning 1965 fender pick ups for my jaguar

[@R1GAMBLER]

nice color

[@landonbailey]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@scottfrazier6296]

What do you think about the tune o matic bridge vs the original style- I'm doing a kit and am on the fence about which to go with

[@deanrobson5326]

Great video. Love the Trem arm but don't know where to get one like that, the dealer links for the Trem plate don't include the arm.

[@landonbailey]

hey thanks! I don't recall where I got the arm. try looking for 'Fender Player Series Jazzmaster/Jaguar Tremolo Arm'

[@ZacharyWThomas]

Something about the cadence of your voice and the “stream of consciousness” voiceover style has me feeling like I am watching an episode of “Interdimensional Cable” on Rick and Morty. Highly enjoyed this video haha.

[@landonbailey]

🤣👍

[@GameyRaccoon]

I really like your channel. Very Canadian 🍁🍁🍁

[@landonbailey]

Thank you very much!

[@gregoryhall3156]

Hey Landon-great build that resulted in a BEAUTIFUL guitar-you should be very proud. And loved the sound of those Fender Vintage 65 Jaguar pickups. One question-did you have to shim the neck pocket to get tuning stability with the Jaguar bridge? That seems to be a very common problem with the Squier Jaguars (even the Classic Vibe series) as they usually require some shimming of neck pocket to tilt neck backwards slightly to get adequate downward tension of strings across the bridge and attain tuning stability with the floating bridge/tremolo system. I assume since you didnt indicate doing so that this was not a problem on your build. Its a shame that the Squier Ckassic Vibe Jaguars don’t correct this problem with adjusted carve of neck pocket-and since Fender Jaguar models don’t usually come in classic vintage configuration with two single coils unless you get into the higher priced vintage repo versions, you can’t buy a more modestly priced Squier version to try out a vintage Jaguar without dealing with the neck pocket angle issues and doing some shimming. Given that Squier CV Jaguars are considerably more expensive than the Affinity series Jaguars that usually come with humbuckers and a fixed non-tremolo bridge-its really frustrating for someone who wants to try out a vintage style more modestly priced Jaguar with traditional single coils and control set up. Keep up great work-your videos are always a pleasant blend of good information and humor!!

[@toddwilliamson8557]

Wow man so cool I just bought this same model neck and the traditional vintera body, same pickups basically same everything...then found this video...great minds and all that?

[@landonbailey]

ah cool! have fun!

[@toddwilliamson8557]

@@landonbailey 1 degree shim ought to solve the bridge buzz issue. I am super excited after hearing your results and seeing that beauty fully assembled. Hoping I dont regret not buying pre-wired. Appreciate you !

[@toddwilliamson8557]

@@landonbailey Got all the parts as of today, probably going to regret NOT buying prewired but I do have some soldering skillz. I was happy to see they did not send me your chipped fret neck haha! (I've bought from them before theyre good folks). I think I like your surf green better than my Fender er...Brownburst! Also the pickguard I picked up was totally BROWN tortoise...sigh...gonna call her Brownie I guess... :) Appreciate you man, ill be watching this video a few times this weekend!

[@justinvelazquez2182]

Hey man been watching your videos for 2 years now, I was wondering for the next guitar you make if you can do a Kurt inspired Stratocaster or mustang. Thanks.

[@landonbailey]

hey thanks for watching! no build plans right now but thanks for the ideas 👍🎸

[@AlleiN]

Oh man, nice job, nice guitar, nice everything

[@martinclayton7260]

I'd like to get that neck! I've got the vintera 60's modified HH Jaguar in surf green, an I'd like to build another one with that neck. They're great guitars. M

[@landonbailey]

great neck!

[@JDKingStratslinger]

Canada Lad is a happy boy!

[@landonbailey]

🎸🇨🇦👍

[@diegoschwartz3519]

Very cool stuff. Ithought all vintage tuning machines had to be screwed it

[@landonbailey]

ya not these ones

[@benwright6330]

❤Why did you opt to use foam instead of springs, ..which would have allowed you to adjust the Pickup height and tweek the Sound output to your liking without ever having to remove the pickguard. 🤷?

[@landonbailey]

the foam acts the same as springs. you can adjust without taking off the guard

[@tjnugent62]

Did you use all Fender parts to make this an original Fender parts but one you put together. Did you use any aftermarket other than the wiring? I believe in clean wiring from a company who does it well. It works and looks so clean.

[@landonbailey]

ya pretty much that was the idea behind it

[@GearCat]

I would have opted for the mustang bridge to give the tremolo more character... but that would have been a bunch more work on this body

[@landonbailey]

I think I have a mustang bridge on my Jazzmaster. works great

[@SteveResor]

Really like the parts that You chose ! This is one Tasty build Landon. . 👨‍🍳💋 !!

[@landonbailey]

thanks Steve!

[@malcolmhardwick4258]

I would've thought the neck would have binding as well as the block inlays, nevertheless it looks real sweet !

[@landonbailey]

🎸👍

[@tjnugent62]

What did you show us how you cut the nut further. You had a pack or blades to cut the nut.. What are they called and where did you get that pack?

[@landonbailey]

The nut must have been ok. check this out kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6mvdIivrbh1i9U

[@dave.F0X]

@23:15 What is that middle hole for in the pickguard? The bridge only has needs two.

[@landonbailey]

Good question! i don't know

[@tjnugent62]

The Tele pickups I have installed have springs to mount the pickup to the body.. Also why didn't you just put it into the wood?

[@landonbailey]

I did put the pickups into the wood

[@existDFN]

Cool color, glad you have the jag now. Have you encountered any tuning issues using 10-46 strings? Especially after actively using the whammy bar

[@landonbailey]

Tuning has been good!

[@simonfinch9277]

You only have tuning issues if the jag has a floating tremolo, Landon has a tune-o-matic style bridge that is not floating.

[@existDFN]

@@simonfinch9277 not sure what floating tremolo has to do with the bridge. Tuning issues may occur whether you have a crappy vintage jag bridge, mustang bridge or modern mastery bridge. It doesn’t really matter

[@simonfinch9277]

Because the bridge dictates is the tremolo is floating or not, as you can see the trem is a big bulky thing, it's not routed in the back so in order to make the trem floating you need to have a bridge that floats. Floating jaguar bridges are notorious for not returning in pitch after using the system itself.

[@simonfinch9277]

You can have the vintage bridge and have a great stable experiance as long as you set it up correctly. In order to have a good setup on a jaguar you need to create a good break angle. So you can shim the neck, and raise the bridge up higher. I highly recommend the KZbin channel called Puisheen.

[@phillramirez8323]

Awesome man 👍 Im 👀ing the Stratosphere website and thinking of getting the Fender Vintera 60 Jag(surf green) myself too, Just a question about the Jags pre wired controls can they be installed in a Jazz? Thinking of making a Jagmaster with the jag switches I like the way it looks (i.m.o.) anyways keep rocking 😎🎸✌️

[@landonbailey]

I can't say if they will fit. Best to ask the seller

[@phillramirez8323]

@@landonbaileyYes Sir I will and your Jag is a beauty take care😎👍

[@robraaiii]

I been wanting to build a Jaguar for a while. Now. Not at that price tho 😬. I’ve also been digging the thought of a shell pink guitar, and a roasted neck with some sick figuring. Now I’m thinking I might kill 3 birds with 1 Franken-Jag shaped stone. 🤔. Yup, I think it will turn out horrendous, and I think I might just luv it. Great video, Good build Brutha 🤘🤘🤘

[@TheMojoFilters]

The final guitar looks great and worth the effort. However after watching, I've decided I'm just going to buy a Mexican Jaguar or Jazzmaster instead of assembling. Even with the pre-wired kits, I think assembling would make my gray hair even grayer. Kudos for finishing it all.

[@landonbailey]

cheers! enjoy whatever you end up getting

[@gustavoberocan]

22:40 are you sure you were suposed to take the second layer off? i though it was an important plastic protection for the pickguard.

[@landonbailey]

plastic to protect what?

[@mralgebro]

Never played one. Looks rad. Think you’ll keep it? 😉

[@landonbailey]

That's the plan!

[@JDKingStratslinger]

C'mon, Landon! We need a new episode! Build a Jazzmaster! Or build a Mosrite Mark 1!

[@landonbailey]

maybe one day!

[@NHail]

rubbing alcohol also takes off the sticker goo easily

[@landonbailey]

🎸👍

[@frankfarklesberry]

Well, I hope you will follow up with the bridge setup later. That should be the most problematic part of your JM/Jag. It looks like you went with a tune-a-matic bridge (less common except for J Mascia's), and plan to use 10's. Hmmm. Maybe you can get away with 10's with the shorter scale neck of the Jag. I kind of prefer the longer necks of the JM. To eliminate all the bridge rattle, etc., the typical solution is to raise the bridge considerably and create string tension with a greater break angle. Usually 11's are recommended as minimum, and the neck gets a shim of about .5 to 1 degree so that you can still keep a lower action. I have to believe that, as is, your strings are all over the place after using the vibrato. It will be interesting to see how that tune-a-matic turns out. I just got a JM recently, and it's a fussy Diva, but I'm really loving it for surfer and rockabilly stuff so far. The 12's I use are growing on me. :)

[@landonbailey]

thanks for the tips!

[@frankfarklesberry]

@@landonbailey Don't thank me. I'm a knucklehead. See "1965 Jazzmaster Setup Walkthrough & Demo" by @puisheen on YT. :)

[@ryanwebster7873]

They didn’t cover the shipping cost for the bad neck? Ouch , I was going to buy a body from them , but that’s not going to happen now. Thanks for the heads up , information like that is crucial

[@landonbailey]

that's correct. it's mentioned on their site. however I didn't have to pay taxes/duties the second time

[@Spaceman-jo5mz]

Nice looking Jag!! Curious, How’s the string action? I ask because a lot of Jags have to have the neck shimmed to get the action right. If you do need to shim, check out Puisheen videos on shimming Jag necks and setups. The pre wired components look high quality!! Nice job Landon 🎸 PS, I should have my jag body next week. Neck came in last week!!

[@landonbailey]

It's not too bad. A little higher than I normal use but plays well

[@johnbanks2275]

machine heads or tuning pegs

[@johnbanks2275]

eh landon bought 1970 vintage jaguar body from the stratosphere Hoagland custom pre wire cavilty routes they r a called waiting for 1965 fender pickups then will put body together hope fully it all works have to save up for the jaguar neck too hopefully 6 months i have the cash take care

[@landonbailey]

nice! have fun

[@2dazetake]

I somehow get the feeling that you are a rosewood neck fan Landon, I'm kind of curious about how people gravitate to either rosewood or maple fretboards,I had my introduction to the Tele with a maple neck,when I first bought one, so I'm a maple neck fan,I have a rosewood neck Tele, but I prefer maple,seems like I can play faster on one,I'm just wondering if it has something to do with what neck you tried first, as to what neck you prefer later,what neck was on your first Tele Landon, thanks.

[@landonbailey]

Only recently got into rosewood. I was really only into Maple fretboards early on

[@johnbanks2275]

eh landon where is the fender store located

[@r.dbirdsong2668]

When are you going to build a strat?

[@landonbailey]

a couple years ago Guitar Builds: kzbin.info/aero/PLUKDOD2AiVCiTJPMKMUGtgFObUP7-SpqH

[@StarzShina]

Just purchased Pango jaguar guitar kit , no instructions on wiring pickups and switches. They have dual pickups and the traditional Jaguar switches like your blue Jaguar, any idea how to get instructions I have no help from Pango at all.

[@landonbailey]

what's Pango?

[@StarzShina]

Pango music, they sell guitar kits, comes through USA BUT comes from China. They finally are sending me a PDF Jaguar diagram will see.

[@user-ze6uj7td1t]

Hi Landon,how much was the kit?

[@landonbailey]

I don’t remember but it’s all in the video with time stamps

[@jacobbockover1628]

I had a thought on your "negative videos do better" thing. Try playing scary background music and red light on your normal posts. Its october so the perfect time to try it out

[@johnbanks2275]

i have the shell of a kurt cobain jaguar from china and found the fuully loaded pickguard for 230 if us will be closer to 300 plus shipping still better than buying singles