Fender American Professional Jazzmaster RW Olympic White Electric guitar

Fender American Professional Jazzmaster — A Modern Take on a 1958 Icon

The Fender American Professional Jazzmaster RW Olympic White is a USA-built offset solidbody that translates the original 1958 Jazzmaster concept into a player-friendly modern instrument. Originally aimed at jazz guitarists, the model was quickly embraced by musicians attracted to its left-of-center looks and fat sound, and this version continues that lineage with contemporary appointments. Built around an alder body with a polyurethane finish, it pairs a Deep "C" maple neck with a 241 mm radius rosewood fingerboard. The Olympic White finish, 4-ply tortoiseshell pickguard, aged white "witch hat" knobs and nickel/chrome hardware give it a clean, classic look.

What Sets This Jazzmaster Apart

The defining upgrade is the new V-Mod III Jazzmaster pickup set, more articulate than ever while delivering the sparkle and chime the Jazzmaster is known for. The bridge pickup has a tap function, engaged by a push-push tone control, that offers both a powerful, throaty sound and a lower-output vintage sound. The Panorama™ tremolo with pop-in arm and ClassicGear™ J-Bridge™ covers everything from classic Jazzmaster warble to deep, Strat-style dives while keeping every note locked in with superior intonation and stability.

Alder Body and Poly Finish — Classic Fender Tone, Modern Reliability

Alder has long been the foundation of the Fender sound, and this guitar uses a solid alder body for balanced resonance and a familiar midrange character. The polyurethane finish protects the Olympic White paint while keeping the body stage-ready. Combined with the offset-waist body shape, the result is a comfortable, ergonomic instrument that sits naturally against the player.

• Body Material: Alder — balanced tone with clear mids and tight lows
• Body Finish: Polyurethane — durable finish that resists wear during heavy play
• Pickguard: 4-Ply Tortoiseshell — classic contrast against the Olympic White body

Deep "C" Neck Profile and Narrow-Tall Frets — Effortless Playability

The Deep "C" neck profile sports smooth rolled fingerboard edges, a "Super-Natural" satin urethane finish on the back and a newly sculpted neck heel for easy access to the upper register. The rosewood fingerboard features a 241 mm radius, white dot inlays and 22 narrow-tall frets for easier bending, and a 42.8 mm bone nut completes the setup.

• Neck Material: Maple with bolt-on construction and satin finish
• Fingerboard: Rosewood with 241 mm radius and dot inlays
• Scale Length: 648 mm — standard Fender scale for tight low-end response
• Frets: 22 narrow-tall — easier bending and accurate intonation across the neck

V-Mod III Pickups, Lead/Rhythm Circuit and Panorama Tremolo

The V-Mod III Jazzmaster single-coils deliver sparkle, chime and articulation across all six strings. With the slide switch down, the lead circuit offers master volume, master tone and a 3-position toggle; flip it up and the rhythm circuit runs both pickups in series for a thicker tone with increased output, controlled by thumbwheel volume and tone controls. The Panorama® Jazzmaster® tremolo with pop-in arm and ClassicGear™ J-Bridge™ keeps every note locked in with superior intonation, stability and tone.

• Pickup Configuration: SS — V-Mod III Single-Coil Jazzmaster in neck and bridge positions
• Controls: Lead circuit: master volume, master tone (push-push bridge tap), 3-position toggle; Rhythm circuit: thumbwheel volume and tone, series mode
• Bridge/Tremolo: Panorama® Jazzmaster® Tremolo with Pop-In Arm and ClassicGear™ J-Bridge™
• Tuning Machines: Fender Standard Cast/Sealed Staggered — stable tuning with smooth action

Who Should Play the American Professional Jazzmaster

This Jazzmaster is the right choice for guitarists who want the offset-body comfort and unique tonal character of a Jazzmaster with modern playability and reliable electronics. Players coming from a Stratocaster or Telecaster will appreciate the familiar 648 mm scale length and the Deep "C" neck profile, while the series rhythm circuit and bridge-pickup tap widen the palette from vintage chime to thicker, higher-output tones. Indie, alternative, surf, and shoegaze players will find plenty of character here, and the included Deluxe Molded hardshell case makes it gig-ready. Built for right-handed players, this model ships ready for studio and stage work.

The Jazzmaster Legacy — From 1958 to the American Professional Era

The Jazzmaster was introduced in 1958, originally aimed at jazz players but quickly adopted by surf, country, and alternative musicians. The American Professional series carries that lineage forward with V-Mod III pickups, ClassicGear™ Precision™ potentiometers, a newly sculpted neck heel and a Panorama™ tremolo with ClassicGear™ J-Bridge™, while keeping the offset body and the lead/rhythm circuit that define the model. Made in the United States and shipped with a Deluxe Molded hardshell case, this Jazzmaster is ready for studio sessions and stage work.