Squier Classic Vibe 60's Jaguar - Offset Electric Guitar Review

[@danielhorsley2259]

Thanks! Really appreciate the content man!

[@theguitaristas]

🌟 Cheers Daniel! the new guitar fund is up and running!! 😆👍👍

[@brutus6328]

I for one REALLY appreciate all that you put into these videos! Here's my donation for the next guitar to review!

[@theguitaristas]

🌟 Thanks mate have a great weekend!! 😎👍👍👍 mmm now what do we fancy... 😂

[@txtele]

Your awesome

[@oqsy]

I got a purple squier fsr 70’s jag a couple months ago and with a good setup it’s an absolute gem. Feels great, plays great, and looks awesome. Squier nailed it.

[@davidharding200]

Me too. From Andertons. Loving it.

[@theguitaristas]

Yes I was sorely tempted by those colours but held out for the 60's 😎👍

[@davidharding200]

@@theguitaristas I understand Colin. They didn’t have the 60s model a couple of months ago when I bought the 70s version. I would have preferred the 60s with the painted headstock and the dot inlay fretboard. Your white looks fantastic. But I’m pretty keen on the 60s silver sparkle. I’m tempted to get one of those too.

[@theguitaristas]

@@davidharding200 I think I need one in each of the colours! 😆

[@tbwatch88]

as did I. swapped out the pickguard for a proper tortoise shell, custom. it actually kinda/sorta competes with my American one. the short scale neck is a blessing, really--esp. if you've been doing arm stretches for yonks on Jazzmasters hahaha.

[@jimmymc10021]

Bought one, shimmed the neck, staytrem bridge and new strings. The total cost was about 100 quid extra, this wee Squier now plays great, stays in tune and is still cheaper than a MIM. Great videos mate, thank you for the content.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Jimmy, I think these are great guitars and definiltey worth spending a few ££ on 😎👍

[@douglasott7387]

This video helped me make up my mind between the CV 60s and 70s. My 60s Jaguar arrived today and she's beautiful! Thank you!!!

[@Robert_Bubba_Baker]

Another honest review. I really enjoy when I wake up and see that there is new content every Friday morning. It is a definite break from everything from the negativity that is so prevalent of what is posted in general on KZbin from war to pandemic’s and hucksters trying to sell the latest gadget. Thanks again.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks mate 🙏😊

[@sleepymarauder4178]

Go take a breather because all the negativity will wear you down. Just stop looking at it. I dont read the news no more. It is just bad news. Take care of your mental wellbeing

[@KFitzG35competitor]

I absolutely love your channel, the time you take with everything, the production quality, the detail you go into, it's all next level. Nobody else is like your channel. Thank you for everything you do. I've already bought one Squier partly based on one of your videos, and probably about to get another mostly based on the time you took with this. Cheers from the U.S., great video again!

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks so much that’s really appreciated! 😊🙏

[@murrayguitarpickups9545]

For anyone that noticed the Inductance reading is relatively high compared to the resistance which is below average for a strat type pickup. The Inductance is raised by adding the metal baseplates or claws that wrap around the pickups. They shield the pickups and add output and thats what gives a Jaguar pickup a unique sound

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Ben! 😎 👍

[@valueofnothing2487]

Fascinating.

[@ectoplasma5]

Cool,because the magnetic field is compressed by the claws,correct ?

[@murrayguitarpickups9545]

@@ectoplasma5 I'm not sure i would describe it that way. I think the steel claws simply add magnetic material, allowing the circuit to produce more current

[@ectoplasma5]

@@murrayguitarpickups9545 The metalic plate underneath the tele has the same effect,right ? I saw a video where someone said that the magnetic field is stronger becauae it is tightened in place by the claws,made sense to me. But your explanation sounds good too !

[@c5natie1]

Great review. I bought my kid this guitar for his first electric guitar and he absolutely loves it. This video has helped me to know that I can set it up for him myself. Thanks

[@davidharding200]

The thing about having a Jaguar in your arsenal as you say Colin is it inspires a different style of playing whereas I find the everything else - strat, Tele, Sg, Les Paul, Es335- prompts a typical blues and rock style. I notice you played a little different two. I’ve played for 40 years. Never had any interest in Jaguars. Actually didn’t like them. Then I bought a Squier and in 8 Months I’ve bought 3 Jaguars. All different. Absolutely loving them.

[@jonathanhandsmusic]

I’m thinking I might have to get one of these this year and play my Tele, Strat, and LP a lot less. I like the sound of the pickups, and matching headstock.

[@davidharding200]

@@jonathanhandsmusic Well done. The key is to appreciate it for what it is. There’s no point in trying to replicate the same tone on every guitar. I love a strat. I love a Tele. The Jaguar is significantly different. Yep it’s a sharper sound but playing around with the settings on the guitar and amp a bit and it will really reward you. My go to playing is to roll off a few blues licks... but not on a Jag. I’m doing arpeggios, some funky riffing and then lots of rhythm playing whereas I’d always play lead on a strat or a Tele. Get on board my friend!

[@matthewtyler-jones8317]

My boy just discovered a great sitar sound on his.

[@craigpetterson3962]

Colin, I think you are the 'Jack Hargreaves' of the KZbin Guitar content creators. Great content and a refreshingly down to earth delivery, filled with knowledgeable titbits, really cool guitars and some great playing . HOW! ✋🏻

[@theguitaristas]

😆👍 Yep and I'm old enough to remember watching that too! 🤣 Cheers man thanks for the support. HOW! ✋

[@paulsworld2]

I make a point to watch you every Friday morning before I logon for work. Keep up the good work Colin!!!!!

[@jewelscoop3570]

DUDE, i just bought one of these for $250 off facebook in sea foam green/white. Was giddily watching this video before i was set to pick it up after work. I went out and bought threadlocker and followed your instructions and she rips! Thanks so much for your tutorial; you turned a guitar that didnt play great initially into something i will cherish with your tips and tricks in this one. You dont know how much I appreciate the detail you put into your videos and how you enable us as players “without the pocket” to enjoy our guitars! Much love man ❤

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man...sounds like you bagged a real bargain there and I'm glad to have helped! 😁👍👍

[@pinkiewerewolf]

After a few months, this is the guitar that stays on the stand, plugged into the Blackstar Studio 10, every day. I love this guitar, it's the one I noodle on daily. I might plug something else in afterwards, but it always begins with the Squire CV 60's Jaguar. Thanks for turning us on to these amazingly great affordable guitars.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Pinkie, I just wish I had time to play mine a bit more I need to find an excuse to film it again soon!

[@edwardsmith9801]

I picked up a 70s version $299 used at my local shop. It suffered from the problems most utubers had stated, nut wasn't cut rite & the intonation screw on the low E had to be ground down some, it touched the string when intonated. I played $105 for a new nut & set up & a neck shim to correct the action. Now I love it, it's easily my #2 . Love the sounds, it's what I get my more 60s sounds out of. But yeah they can need some work, but now I can feel the vibrations when played & it really sings.

[@austinjosef41]

Ive been patiently waiting for this review. Knew it was coming just didnt know when. Right on mate!

[@clappingjazzhands9408]

Thank you for this detailed video. I once owned a 1963 Jaguar Olympic White/ matching headstock, I called it the Magic Guitar. Had to sell it in rough times. I just ordered this Squire version. The Indonesian Squires are amazing, I have a CV Telecaster, Jazzmaster, and Mustang. I’ll be updating the Tremolo and Bridge. Definitely setting up with 11’s. Your channel has inspired me to purchase many guitars.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man, I hope this scratches that itch... I think with those upgrades it will be excellent! 😎👍

[@ApeLikeCreature]

I LOVE the sweet, vintage tone of this very cool guitar through the Vox. Another great review. One of these days I will have to figure out how to sneak this one into my arsenal.

[@morninglory6616]

Love your videos! But I have to say that on the jag if it’s set up properly the tremolo system is one of the best fender has produced! As always the Squiers always need some work when you first get them but when you do they are absolutely mint!

[@MichaelJ023]

The tremolo on the Jaguar and Jazzmaster is usually better at staying in tune that the vintage Stratocaster. The problem is that the Squier trem mechanism is missing the locking switch that the Fender model has. This locking switch helps you adjust the spring tension exactly to match the string tension. Adjust the tension screw until the locking switch “just” locks the trem without changing the tuning, then you are set. Without it, it’s a lot of guess work. I replaced my Squier trem with a Fender unit. Problem sorted. Also, the bridge height screws should not move, if they do, the bridge is too low. Not enough break angle from the trem unit, resulting in insufficient down force. These guitars almost almost always need a neck shim to get the proper bridge height, break angle.

[@dr.j6747]

I appreciate the special tones of the Fenders, have several USA made productions, very nice instruments (but I'm not a fan of the roller nut), and have been very happy with a Japanese made Mustang and 2 Squires, an Affinity and a Bullet (a lot of guitar for a reasonable costs). I always wanted a Jaguar, maybe this is the one. Thank you for another highly informative review and especially the special adjustment tips.

[@grg-mpgmusic7247]

So true. Making money in music is far tougher now versus the late 70s and 80s. Spending under $500 versus $1300 to go ‘entry’ level or mid level is always a no brainer

[@grg-mpgmusic7247]

We, in the USA, have a company in Georgia call CMG Guitars that makes great guitars in the $1,000 area. Colin, you should get a CMG Ashlee model to review.

[@srfrodoxd]

My first electric guitar was a squier tele that i bought in one of those guitar packs 10 or 14 years ago and i played it almost every day, that thing never felt like it needed a setup of any kind, it blows my mind because no other guitar that i've own to this day have been as stable as that particular tele, squiers are indeed alot of bang for the buck

[@GearreportdotCom]

I ask people to NOT do super chat or super thanks on our videos. YT Takes such a big cut. I'd rather they use some other method to support our work. Our favorite is PayPal as a "friend/Trusted" transaction. No fees! :)

[@brutus6328]

Glad you did the website pitch. Nothing wrong with asking for support, especially with all the hard work and long hours you put into these free videos! At $40/yr it's well worth it....and then some! I've been enjoying the "steal my licks" content! I need to check out the forum. The big bonus when joining the site is you no longer have to wait til Friday to get the video!!!

[@theguitaristas]

Ah nice one thanks man that’s really appreciated! 🙏 just trying to find time to shoot the bonus content is the bit that’s proving tricky but it’s coming and we may even expand the programming to include other ‘curated’ guitar based content as it evolves. I got the price wrong though… as you know it’s $49.99! 😆👍👍

[@SeQFreQ369]

If you turn your p/up switches upside down you won't turn them off by accident when your hooking in. (may have to break out the soldering iron but it's worth the effort) I also put on a Staytrem bridge, which was a necessity for me.

[@theguitaristas]

Brillant idea! cheers Stevie 😎👍

[@rstuartcpa]

I enjoyed this so much I decided on the sport to order one. Can’t wait to set it up with your recommendations in hand. I needed an offset and this guitar may be a perfect start.

[@theguitaristas]

Nice one Robert let us know how you get on! 😎👍

[@rstuartcpa]

@@theguitaristas haven’t had much time with recently arrived Squire Jag, but initial thoughts are astonishment and disbelief. I’ve only played Mag the Jag acoustically…yet to plug in…she rings nicely and the neck feels wonderful. Speaking of the neck - incredible darkish tone of finish. I was actually surprised by the understated binding. Just a lovely guitar…and factoring in the price, it’s an incredible purchase.

[@Bikedueder]

I just got my PINK Squier 70's Jaguar today, and spent about 4 hours turning it into a VERY nice guitar. I put loctite on all of the bridge threads, 11/50 strings, polished frets and fretboard, died the fretboard with ebony stain which turned it a dark rosewood color. I even took the bridge apart, and ground/filed a knife point on the pivot plate. It stays in tune perfectly, even after extreme whammy usage. WHat a damn fine guitar. But, like most classic vibe guitars, you show them a bit of love and they'll return it tenfold. It was unplayable out of the box, and now is my keeper offset...

[@theguitaristas]

Nice one! 😁👍

[@michaelblaney4461]

I have the 70s version in Daphne blue , mine has a incredible flamed neck ( just the luck of the draw) I did have to put a neck shim in mine to get the bridge higher . I did the same trick with the tremelo screw , I'm thinking of doing a hardtail conversion on mine. The 24" scale is a bit small but I'm going to keep it. I do like the rhythm circuit it is a noticeable difference from the lead circuit. I do like your in depth reviews of affordable guitars.

[@lawrencedevere2242]

I feel the squier jags are nicer currently than the current fender models, the price range is apparent on the fender player series models as they don't even put the metal control plates on the player model or offer them with just single coils which for me personally would be a nice option to have.

[@clevelandeating4294]

I got a 70’s classic vibe in Daphne blue , I love the block inlays and bound fretboard, the neck is darker than other squires , makes it look just right.

[@repoman5581]

Great video.. just got the silver sparkle. Looks amazing. Wouldn't stay in tune at all..locked the trem back with the screw, put tape on the bridge poles, and now even with 9s it stays well in tune... dont use the rythem circuit at all...dont use the strangle switch.. just lowered the bridge pickup to taste which helps take some brightness out.. the best thing for me is that because it looks so cool, it inspires me to play it... that silver sparkle which really looks like gold and silver together is so nice and looks like a real vintage guitar.. just inspires me and now Im back wasting hours at a time...its like meditation, 2 hours can go by in a second which tells me I have found a guitar that I really like. Could be a tiny bit lighter but ... love it

[@barrybeckett602]

Love your style. You have the accent I grew up with, I'm from 50s Brixton, long in the tooth. Now in France, (same as Berne Williams of The Authentics) just got a classic vibe 60's Tele: magic. In 1964, my bruv bought a new 1962 Sunburst Jaguar for a song, to play in our club band, (ThE MoTiVATiON). It was from a dodgy first floor shop over The Pink Flamingo club in Soho in London. It was so cheap, under a £100, that we figured it was bent goods. Sounded fantastic through his Wallace valve amp. Now I want one, so I'll go for the Squier as I am so starry eyed over the the Indonesian Tele. Buddy Guy played my brother's at Fairfield Hall in 65 when his was lost at Heathrow. Yes I have subscribed.

[@ectoplasma5]

Great Review and beautiful guitar, i want it ! Jags and Jazzmastets have 1meg pots in them,that is why they are so bright. The Jazz circuit is 500k i think.

[@cvanhetkaar96]

Thanks a lot for this video about the “ Jag” .. On most fender / squier guitars with a “ tone” or “strangle” switch , this switch works together with the “ tone-control” .., so try the switch in both positions and play with the tone-control to here more or less effect .

[@josephcurry4193]

By the way, I love watching your videos and the expert advice that you give on them so thank you much and keep with it!

[@TungstenOvergaard]

I have discover your channel few days ago and I cannot stop watching your videos. I enjoy them a lot. Cheers from Spain!

[@theguitaristas]

Glad you found us thanks for the sub and support! 😎👍👍

[@rodd1000]

Unbelievable Colin, been looking at Jags all week then this drops. If ever there was a sign eh 😂. Such a great sound and looks to die for. Brilliant vid as always. 👍

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Karl, have I set the GAS off?...it's dangerous watching this channel you know! 😆👍

[@chrisjeneson3763]

In case you didn't know, those wire files are actually oxy acetelyne cutting and welding torch tip cleaners, but I suppose they do the job after a fashion. They are too easy to bend for my liking. As always, I enjoyed the video, thanks.

[@davybrown64]

As always Colin the most authentic of reviews, keep up your great work and good luck with the subscription channel.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers David! 😎👍

[@adrian_V99]

Colin, you've made my week! I've got the same model, but I sure can't make it play as you do. Cheers and thank you.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Adrian, that's very kind but I bet you have your moments! 😎👍

[@adrian_V99]

@@theguitaristas ha...on a Strat or Tele, yes...the Jaguar must be tamed, or in my case caged.

[@Sammywhat]

Lovely guitar! And yes, I use Lemon Oil all the time on both Ebony and Rosewood. Works really well to clean and condition the fretboard. The trick is to really work at it and get it all off after you apply it. Otherwise, it attracts dust - especially at the unused part of the neck. At least that's my experience. Another nice review!! Thank you, sir!!

[@theguitaristas]

I shot the close ups after the lemon oil… you are right about the dust! 😆👍

[@wyattmcconnell5993]

​@@theguitaristas There are two camps of folks that oppose lemon oil. The first say "if you look at the contents, it's not just lemon oil. It is mostly petroleum distillate, which you don't want to put on guitar wood because it will actually dry it out." These same people then recommend using mineral oil instead. Mineral oil -- ya know, the same "petroleum distillate" that they complain about being present in the Dunlop lemon oil. The Dunlop stuff is mostly mineral oil with a little bit of lemon oil/limonene in it. It smells good, and is also a decent cleaning agent (see: all the orange-based hand cleaners for grimy mechanics). The second camp say it's too acidic and will cause damage to frets/strings/finish. Probably true if one were using pure lemon oil (would also smell...waaaaaay too strong). These folks often recommend linseed oil instead. I had a guy setup a Strat that used his own home-brew conditioner that had a lot of linseed oil in it and it did exactly what he said it would do ... doesn't dry out fast like the Dunlop lemon oil. And instead I was left with a fretboard that just felt oily for...many, many, weeks.

[@e.henrythripshaw4554]

Thanks for another entertaining and informative video. It reminds me of why Jaguars are so fun and why, from time to time, I'll play one to the exclusion of all my other guitars for weeks at a time. It's worth giving flat-wound strings a try on your Jag for a change of pace, too.

[@Seafire-gy2hs]

Great overview of the Jaguar. I recently picked up a classic vibe '70s Jaguar (in Daphne blue), but haven't started tinkering with it just yet.

[@superserioes]

Thanks for the first review on KZbin. Expecting my silver sparkle shortly. Can’t wait :)

[@theguitaristas]

Nice one! 😎👍

[@joehahn8817]

I wasn't too impressed with this one. I have a Squier Affinity Strat that I bought from a pawnshop for $100 a few years back. It was better than the three Mexicasters they had for sale at three times the price. According to the specs it has an alder body and the fingerboard is rosewood. It's one of those factory freaks that plays way above it's price point. I've gone back to Les Pauls because they're just easier on my arthritis. But Stratocasters will always have a place in my heart. Jaguars...not so much unfortunately. Thanks for another informative video!!! Even if the guitar doesn't thrill me I still get a kick out of your presentation!!! Also, thanks for giving Epiphone a much deserved mention!!! I've had my '59 Les Paul for just over a year now and I still get "tone wood" every time I play it...😁😁😁 See ya' next Friday...TTFN!!!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Joe, have a great weekend man! 😎👍

[@Anjohl]

Two things on the Jaguar: 1) The strangle switch is as you said mostly inconsequential. That's why it's only included on "vintage" style reissues. 2) The Rhythm circuit doesn't sound the same as the neck pup on the lead circuit with everything dimed because the former is darker due to having a differently valued potentiometer than the lower tone pot has!

[@jralanmorgan]

@theguitaristas if you push the trem arm in with more force it will pop into the groove and won't fall out. It doesn't hold in place, but it won't fall out. Edit: If you're not comfortable putting too much pressure on the trem unit you can always take the baseplate off and install the arm that way and you can see the groove.

[@martinclayton7260]

I love Fender Jaguars, I own two, one of them is the American Ultra Lux, and the other is a Mexican 60's modified HH, and they are amazing.

[@polynomial9600]

Excellent review! Thank you for all the details. You covered everything about this guitar very well.

[@jeromemurphy2572]

That's a beautiful Jag especially with the matching headstock. Something about that Olympic white color and that great tort guard that really is attractive. With your tips on set-up, this guitar has some possibilities. I think the key is realizing this guitar isn't the ideal rock and roll machine but it has its place when it is respected and not made out as something it wasn't intended for. Many people put flat wound strings on this and use it as a surf guitar machine. That's one possibility. But it is also a very versatile guitar for any other genre.

[@Tomtoms-tomtoms]

I bought the CV 70s jag AND CV 70s P Bass … both FANTASTIC instruments.. both need a good set up, but honestly, they are well worth the money… I’m tempted to get one of these too.. I definitely don’t NEED one.. but lifes too short 😄. Love the channel 🙏☘️☘️☘️.. i should add.. i added some electrical tape wrapped a few times around each post of the bridge, which keeps it tight, doesn’t move and doesn’t rattle… the vibrato arm now just pushes down slightly AND it absolutely stays in tune.. this jag, well the CV 70s is easily as good as if not better than my fender player strat! (Which I do love, but worth saying) 🙏☘️☘️☘️

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man... I think you need one! 😆👍

[@johncannaday6356]

I just bought one today. Thank you. i know what to expect when it comes on Sunday. Love the channel ..New subscriber here.

[@paultaylor2968]

Added to my vocabulary.... Little pivoty posts. A description from the Colins dictionary (get it 🙄) Another gem review Colin. Love Fridays ❤️

[@CurrieNerd]

I bought one of these on the back of this review. It's lush. Not changed the pots yet, but it's on the list.

[@davidhamilton7780]

Agree entirely that including a couple of small tools as required would be a big step forward in service at minimal cost to Fender. My MIM Fenders have arrived with truss rod allen keys and the appropriate allen key to adjust the bridge. I'm not sure with Squier being made in Asia if the tool required for the bridge would be 1,5mm or an Imperial size like the Fender instruments. Good review, great playing. Enjoy the weekend, Colin. Muchos gracias

[@theguitaristas]

I'm pretty sure it's metric being made in Indonesia, plus I don't think I would have had imperial Allen keys in my guitar tool box.. they would be in the garage somewhere and it would take a week to find those! 😆👍

[@davew8542]

Yes metric

[@GWShark1]

Great review as always. I love the looks/shape of the jaguar. but I really hate the switching circuits, too much complication. I prefer the GL's or some of the fender players for those reasons

[@hod8931]

Olympic white, tortoise shell and rosewood. One of my favorite Fender combo colors. Thanks for the video!

[@theguitaristas]

😎👍👍

[@ectoplasma5]

Now i bought it , i just swapped bridge and neck pickup,all 3 positions sound better now. I do not like when the neck is hotter. Middle position is a better mix( because hotter neck pu's overwhelm weaker bridge pu's.) Distortion on bridge a bit fatter.I love it.

[@TheRycooder]

ALWAYS excellent and honest reviews!! Look forward each and every time.

[@BobPerrone]

I recently picked up a white Jazzmaster in this line. Other than frets that needed a polish it was great right out of the box. I've added a buzz buster to solve the bridge/string pop possible issue - although I have a light touch - the pick ups are spectacular. Fit and finish was above it's price point. Jaguars never really did it for me tone wise..and all those buttons....lol Great to see you again! Missed my Guitarista fix!

[@century2077]

Love all the content, i look foward to the next epi. each week, thank you so much.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks for supporting it’s appreciated! 😎👍

[@briandevitt6903]

Quality video again mate, it's not a surprise because you have your style nailed down now. This one wouldn't be for me I have to confess but each to their own. The fiddly switches and their position put me right off. I do own a G&L fallout tribute which is an offset guitar with a P90 in the neck and Humbucker in the bridge and its a good guitar.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Brian, thanks for the kind words... I guess I'm finding a groove now but must try to make sure it doesn't become repetitive. G&L on my list soon I think! 😎👍

[@brutus6328]

So excited to see an hour long video again! LMAO!!! Sorry I haven't commented lately.....rest assured I'm always watching and liking! Another great video as always my friend! I just love those offset guitars (I'm particularly fond of vintage Mustangs!). I really dig the pickups in these guitars.

[@theguitaristas]

Always good to hear from you brother… and thanks for the subscription over at the other place!! 🙏😎 somehow I knew you would appreciate this one! 😂👍

[@vadwanuu7825]

Thanks for the review on this, Colin. I've always wanted a Jag and have been looking at these. I may need to invest!

[@buzzburb1]

thanks to you and this review I now own a 2012 vintage modified Jaguar £270 lighter but thanks absolutely love it , how can a Squire sound better than a Gibson standard playing the Blues !!!

[@markbeasley1138]

Great video as always Colin. Not my general cup of tea guitar wise...far too many switches and nuances but can see why some love them. I agree re Fender quality. I've recently bought US made FSR Performer strat and my word it is excellent. Good to see the young uns giving love to Fenders in all their incarnations, and that's from normally a Gibson fan.

[@texasbootlegger3752]

Nice review and playing as always Colin. I have a 1971 Jaguar that still plays great. I agree that more younger players play Fender. The Squier line is a decent guitar for the money, even with the increase in price!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man... original '71 😍

[@texasbootlegger3752]

@@theguitaristas yes buddy!

[@igniaulfsborg8946]

Favorite channel discovery of the last year

[@leonardgould6657]

😊😊😮😊 SO, COLIN!, back again, from Canada - I bought a Jazzmaster after your initial presentation; 😢 🇨🇦🍁 Now may have to scquire a Jsguar!🇨🇦 🇨🇦😎 I interspersed your advice with Mike Adams, in Seattle (Pusheen), and, simply, your approach!, and range of knowledge: just bloody marvrlous!, I feel I must join your channel by way of gratitude! - oh, we do like Seattle, 👍 but I'm in Edmonton -so -, LONDON & ENVIRONS are HOME sweet HOME!, - Ha!, Ha! --49:41-- --49:41-- -Seattle is next door..but LONDON'S the heartland! ❤ Cheers, mate!,- oh, you've truly got the feel! -as well! Rock On!

[@itspaddyd]

The offset vibrato is a good design - it just requires better tolerances and higher quality components than squier can manage. It's fender's best vibrato design when it's done right.

[@josephcurry4193]

These guitars are have a sinking bridge problem but the best way I have found to fix this is to purchase some neoprene rubber washers about 1/2" in the outer diameter and with a 3/16" inner diameter hole by 1/16" thick, I did this and it took three of them per each post on the bridge and it was perfect and just the ticket for the action that I wanted on the guitar, so I hope this helps someone. For this guitar is a really good buy and in many ways it is made very well and therefore well worth the money also.

[@hagenkirk7208]

I used to have one of these and had to let it go a couple years ago when money was tight. It played well and I had picked up a couple of different pickguards to try out, but hadn't gotten around to it yet. I have a Japanese Jazzmaster from 93-94 in Oly White, and the Squier colors can be off from Fender sometimes. Like this feels more like Refrigerator White than Oly White. :) Chicago Music Exchange has them in Silver Sparkle and Shell Pink currently tho, and that's definitely a consideration. Altho I have my eye on the faded pelham Epi SG you have done reviews on as I don't have an SG yet.

[@YQN2149]

Anyone else sometimes gets distracted and just marvels at the wall of SG's in the back instead of paying attention to the actual guitar being reviewed? 😂 I'd definitely give that vintage cherry a try! 🤩

[@jeromemurphy2572]

I was able to find an allen wrench at the local hardware store for 72 cents that was a 1.5 mil. So that was much easier than I had anticipated so all is not lost!.

[@jonathanhandsmusic]

I am glad you made this one! I’m always thinking about getting one of these, maybe a Fender, maybe a Squier. I’ve got an old CV 50s Tele that I love. Didn’t like the skinny neck, and put a fat Fender’51 on it. Now it’s my favorite guitar, mostly. Thanks for posting this one. I like the CVs I’ve seen.

[@stuartpowell255]

Wrap a bit of PTFE tape around the bridge posts and it will stop it dropping, bit fiddly but it works a treat.

[@johnlloyd9613]

Good show Colin. I’m not a Fender guy, Gibsons for me. But thanks for the video just the same

[@steventaylorson5253]

Colin. Dont apologise for the occasional plug. Compared to other channels you are like BBC.! A very informative review - up until now didn't know that much about Fender Jags keep up the good work. I always try ro get to lunch early on a Friday to see what you are up to . I will even forgive you for not recognizing that Strats rule .!

[@davidcudlip6587]

I stumbled on tuning stability on my Classic Vibe Jazzmaster by tightening the vibrato arm spring-screw, too. Lot better stability in tuning and the arm still works just fine.

[@smokepeddler]

I love Jags, Mustangs and modern duo Sonics because of their 24" scale lengths. They have a sweeter bite to them compared to the other 25.5 scale length Fenders.

[@theguitaristas]

😎👍 You forgot to also say that they sound way better than Strats! 😆

[@smokepeddler]

@@theguitaristas yes sir, just takes a little bit to get comfortable with the bridge being mounted a little further up on the body.

[@cmmnsenserules4339]

Thank you for going sooooo in depth. I'm getting the Jazzmaster lol (because you gave such a great demo. It's not you, it's the guitar! Saved me 500 bucks and a headache.)

[@theguitaristas]

😁👍

[@glassstooth]

Can I just say, as someone that lives with osteoarthritis and has back problems, thank you thank you thank you for including a section on how much it weighs. Can't tell you how tricky it is to find the weight of a guitar before purchasing online sometimes. It's a small thing that I really appreciate. Thank you.

[@theguitaristas]

No worries glad it helps...it's really important to a lot of people I think as even lifting a 10lb guitar off the wall can put your back out if you're not careful! 😆

[@glassstooth]

@@theguitaristas I bought one of these by the way, based on your video, and I absolutely love it. I got the silver sparkle one, discounted because of a tiny chip in the paint. Over the moon. I sold my fender player mustang to fund it, and I have never looked back. Such a beaut.

[@Brian_Vallejo]

Really enjoying the hell out of your videos Colin. I love my Jazzmaster and Jag to get those awesome surf tones. Can’t play Strats either cuz of the damn volume knob. But I’m quite happy with my offsets and my SGs.

[@locky-stocky]

Great channel! Really the best reviews, very interesting to watch!

[@spdaltid]

What a sweet looking offset surprise. Thanks! Those innards look cleaner than my USA Fender Jag re-issue [which is actually a bit of a dogs dinner inside] that I do love playing. Whammy bar: I popped mine in the vice and gave it a technical tap to bend it a little... Now no rattle and it stays put. Use wise, I'm not a huge fan of surf music and also not much of a whammy cowboy, but it is sure fun trying to get those diving minor sounds and pretend a little. !!

[@gerryloughran1676]

Well worth a watch … after mellow laidback start and a wonderful reference to the magic roundabout surprisingly the plastic is off the pickguard and it’s another keeper ! … with great tips on tuning stability and upping the gauge to 11s and nut adjustment its a game changer … and wonderful tones to boot … what’s not to like… more

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks Gerry glad you enjoyed it mate have a great weekend! 😎👍

[@davrosofthedarleks]

If you hold the back of the trem unit where the strings attach you can push the arm fully into the socket which locates it and stops it falling out and swinging around.

[@chasintone316]

another great review my brother! too bad we arent neighbors lol! wed be exploring tones for days on end haha!!

[@Bona-Who]

Hey Colin! Great as always! This may be the first vid that didn’t result in a purchase! But then again, tonight after 5 pints of Guinness, Reverb, and a twitchy pointer finger…….

[@theguitaristas]

😆👍

[@piernicola52]

Hi Colin! Was waiting for this review ! Great as always

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks man! 😎👍

[@hanselchen]

Great and helpful video with a lovely gent. Thank you so much for making my day.

[@Dave062YT]

I bought a 2011 Fender Blacktop Jaguar 90 in Candy Apple red on Xmas day [stoned ]for £399 and was worried I may've bough a pup .It's actually the most beautiful guitar I've ever seen which also sounds amazing with it's p90s and I'm completely sold on Jaguars .I';ll either get one of these or a Blacktop HH Jag next whichever comes up first in a nice colour used .Never been a fan of coloured head stocks but I'm sure it would grow on me .

[@belmontbutty4143]

Hi Colin, I got to rewatch this one tonight. I've got a VOS Mexican 2018 Fender I got secondhand. If you ever get your hands on one of Marr's signatures, a comparison with a VOS would be interesting. Much as I love Johnny, I'm not convinced by his tele-style four-way alternative to the neck/bridge/strangle-switch on the lower bout of the 60s and 70s models. All the best

[@joesmith908]

That’s a beautiful Jaguar! I just got the fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar and it’s amazing! 😊

[@margaretzabinski9977]

"It's got little pivoty posts." Guessing my Squire Bass VI does too, but I would need courage to look under that monsters hood. Thanks for another great video.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks Margaret, surely the bass will have big pivoty posts? 🤣 have a great weekend! 😆👍

[@scottbogfoot]

Awesome video, I'm waiting on a Kurt Cobain signature jaguar, my first fender. I don't really like curvy guitars but the jag is so quirky and cool. Thanks 😃Cheers from Newfoundland

[@scottdavidson6066]

I do wish there was a Squier version of the Cobain guitars. Especially because he always played budget gear until he was famous af!

[@awesomerockets]

How is it that you only have 18k subscribers? These videos are great!

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks man that's kind and appreciated... I am of course hoping another 82K people will discover the channel! 😆👍

[@carpathus]

Lovely review of a cool guitar but all those controls though. Love the simplicity of my Olympic White Bullet Mustang and it's such a great fun player. 🤘

[@echrisl]

“If you’ve got 30 minutes to spare” … an ambitious target ;-) , seems there was more content than expected when editing got going. I love the long form content here, if you’re actually skipping around to certain time codes, you’re really missing out - don’t change a thing!

[@jordanpratt3821]

Yup. He said "if you haven't got time to listen to me bang on about knobs or whatever"..I thought nah I got time. Wouldn't miss it.

[@jordanpratt3821]

He said "if you haven't got time to listen to me bang on about knobs or whatever". I though nah I got time. Wouldn't miss it.

[@davew8542]

Great video Col. The CV are a great guitar. Prices have gone up a lot since their initial release, but then hasn’t everything. The Lemon oil I believe is linseed oil with lemon fragrance. There are lots of manufacturers variations on these. I like the PRS branded version. (Magic Roundabout reference made me smile)

[@theguitaristas]

Boing and here comes zebedee! 🤣 can you believe they used to let us watch that weirdness? 😂👍