Fender Vintera III Mid '60s Jazzmaster Electric Guitar in Candy Apple Red

The Fender Vintera III Mid '60s Jazzmaster in Candy Apple Red delivers the unmistakable look, feel and sound of a classic mid sixties offset, with modern build consistency and rock-solid reliability. With its jangly single-coils, floating tremolo and dual-circuit wiring, it is a superb choice for players chasing authentic vintage character, from surf and indie to alternative and ambient soundscapes.

At its core, this Jazzmaster pairs an alder body with a maple neck and round-laminated rosewood fingerboard for that familiar Fender snap, clarity and warmth. A comfortable mid '60s C neck profile, vintage-tall frets and a 7.25 inch radius give you a period-correct playing feel that invites expressive chords and melodic leads. Under the bonnet, a set of vintage-style mid '60s Jazzmaster single-coils capture the bright top end, woody mids and airy resonance that made the original such a studio and stage favourite.

The classic floating tremolo system and rhythm/lead circuit switching provide a huge palette of tones and textures at your fingertips. From shimmering chords with subtle vibrato to darker, rolled-off rhythm sounds, the Vintera III Mid '60s Jazzmaster rewards players who love to explore dynamics and nuance. Finished in a stunning Candy Apple Red with period-correct appointments, it looks every bit as inspiring as it sounds.

Authentic Mid '60s Feel

The mid '60s C-shaped neck profile offers an instantly familiar, comfortable grip that suits both thumb-over chord work and more technical playing. Combined with a vintage-spec 7.25 inch radius and 21 vintage-tall frets, you get a slinky, broken-in feel that makes bends, vibrato and complex chords feel natural under the fingers.

Classic Jazzmaster Tone

Two vintage-style mid '60s single-coil Jazzmaster pickups deliver the bright, chiming top end and warm, woody midrange that defined countless records. They stay articulate with clean amps, take pedals beautifully and retain clarity even with plenty of gain, making this guitar a versatile tool across genres.

Versatile Rhythm and Lead Circuits

The traditional Jazzmaster wiring gives you two distinct sound worlds on one guitar. The lead circuit provides your main volume and tone with a 3-way toggle for pickup selection, while the rhythm circuit engages a darker, neck-pickup-focused voice with its own thumbwheel volume and tone controls, ideal for mellow chords and atmospheric passages.

Vintage-Style Floating Tremolo

The 6-saddle vintage-style adjustable bridge with floating tremolo tailpiece offers smooth, expressive vibrato that is perfect for subtle shimmers or more dramatic pitch moves. The tremolo lock button helps maintain tuning stability, while the pop-in arm keeps the feel responsive and ready whenever inspiration strikes.

• Alder Body with Gloss Polyester Finish - The classic Fender alder body delivers a balanced tonal response with punchy mids, clear highs and solid low end, ideal for cutting through a mix. The gloss polyester finish in Candy Apple Red adds durability and a vibrant, stage-ready look.
• Mid '60s C Maple Neck with Rosewood Fingerboard - A comfortable mid '60s C profile and round-laminated rosewood board provide a smooth, familiar feel that suits a wide range of playing styles. The 7.25 inch radius and vintage-tall frets give a period-correct touch that feels fast yet controlled under the fingers.
• Vintage-Style Mid '60s Jazzmaster Pickups - Specially voiced single-coils capture the quintessential Jazzmaster sound, from glassy jangle to warm, rounded cleans. Their articulate response and dynamic range make them perfect for expressive rhythm work and detailed lead lines.
• Floating Tremolo with Rhythm/Lead Circuit - The vintage-style floating tremolo offers smooth, musical vibrato, while the dual-circuit electronics give you instant access to contrasting tones. Switch between bright, cutting lead sounds and darker, rolled-off rhythm textures without touching your amp or pedals.

General

• Series: Vintera III
• Orientation: Right-Hand
• Colour: Candy Apple Red
• Country of Origin: Mexico

Body

• Body Material: Alder
• Body Shape: Jazzmaster
• Body Style: Solid Body
• Body Finish: Gloss Polyester

Neck

• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Shape: Mid '60s C
• Neck Construction: 4-Bolt Standard
• Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane
• Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
• Fingerboard Material: Round-Laminated Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 7.25" (184.1 mm)
• Number of Frets: 21
• Fret Size: Vintage Tall
• Position Inlays: Clay Dot
• Side Dots: White
• String Nut: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.650" (42 mm)
• Truss Rod: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
• Truss Rod Nut: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
• Headstock: Jazzmaster

Hardware

• Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Adjustable with Floating Tremolo Tailpiece
• Bridge Cover/Tailpiece: Vintage-Style Floating Tremolo with Tremolo Lock Button and Push-In Tremolo Arm
• Bridge Mounting: Floating
• Tuning Machines: Fender Vintage-Style
• Pickguard: 3-Ply Mint Green
• Pickup Covers: Vintage White
• Control Knobs: Vintage White
• Switch Tip: Vintage White
• Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
• String Trees: Butterfly
• Tremolo Arm: Pop-In Vintage-Style Jazzmaster
• Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Vintage-Style
• Strap Buttons: Vintage-Style
• Strings: Fender USA 250R Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.046 Gauges), PN 0730250406

Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: Vintage-Style Mid '60s Single-Coil Jazzmaster
• Neck Pickup: Vintage-Style Mid '60s Single-Coil Jazzmaster
• Pickup Configuration: SS
• Controls: Lead Circuit Controls (Slide Switch Down): Master Volume, Master Tone; Rhythm Circuit Controls (Slide Switch Up): Two Thumbwheel Controls for Neck Pickup Volume and Tone
• Switching: 3-Position Toggle (Lead Circuit)
• Auxiliary Switching: 2-Position On/Off Slide Switch for Switching Between Lead and Rhythm Circuits