To be honest the criticisms on this video are pointless: Fender NEVER offered binding over the frets, not even in the 60s. That's the way Fender necks were always built, if you don't have a humidifier and lemon oil for the fingerboard that's on you, not on Fender.

@richplaysguitar4890

Жыл бұрын

The issue was it came like this from fender. Spikey frets are defo not normal on any guitar. I’ve had lots of fenders over the years

@richplaysguitar4890

Жыл бұрын

I’ve had it setup professionally since and it now plays and sounds great! 😀

@alessandrocerioli2151

Жыл бұрын

@@richplaysguitar4890 the guitar was likely stored therefore dry fingerboard and bowed neck are to be taken into account..I am thinking about getting this guitar but here it's impossible to find under 1500 euros I am afraid. As a matter of fact I love bound necks and DiMarzios.

As a certified guitar tech the fret and dry wood issues are not a big deal. Can be taken care of with a standard set up. I do them all the time. Thanks for the video warning me about the nut. Just ordered one and am going to make a bone nut to replace the factory one. Nut regulation is usually crap from the factory no matter what brand. I have strict measurement preferences for myself so this will be on my bench for a spa day as soon as it arrives.

Isn't your low E string winding in wrong directions? Am I seeing something wrong?

somebody get this man a job at fender

No wonder Kurt smashed it up

I just watched a video where the guy compared the signature model to the Squier Jag, which he had 2 humbuckers installed on the Squier, and he rated the Squier much higher in workmanship. It is a drag that you need to address these issues from a new guitar. I can feel for you. BTW: I used to own a 1967 Jag, which in hindsight I should have held on to, but hindsight is always 20/20. Be well and thanks for the honest video. Good luck getting your Jag in spec also. Phil NYC-Jersey Shore Area

@richplaysguitar4890

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil. Got the Jag setup professionally and sounds and plays great now! Just a shame I had to do that at all.

@uptownphotography

Жыл бұрын

@@richplaysguitar4890 Hi Rich. Glad to hear she plays well now. It is a cool looking guitar for sure. I hope it wasn't too expensive getting it in spec. All the best to you and enjoy your guitar... Phil NYC/Jersey Shore Area

You mentioned something inherent to maple necks. They shirk in cold weather. My Gibsons no problem. All my maple neck have had issues shirking. If you live in the uk I’d recommend a humidifier when it gets under 45% humidity. This all happened to my guitars after a bought them and move to a colder climate.

I just bought one used at a good price and I have the same exact issues with the fret ends. Super sharp and uncomfortable to play. My fret ends were nipped with with clippers and never filed.

The guitar was actually cliff Richards guitarists guitar, Kurt bought it already modified like that

I was excited to open my lefty Fender Original 50’s tele on Christmas Day… only to see a massive neck pocket gap on one side and a chip on the paint on the other. Many frets looked like they were cut too deep with filler put in. The ash tray cover also didn’t fit and the fancy tweed case jams when trying to open on one side, requiring a bread knife to pry open. Cheap and nasty on a guitar that retails for just under $4000 Australian dollars (got it on sale though). Also looked like the neck was put on while the nitro was still drying. TSo disappointing. It’s now being shipped back for an exchange. My last 2 guitars were Mayones, wasn’t expecting that kind of attention to detail but this was terrible.

first of all.. there's a few jaguar models in the fender lineup that aren't the KC Jag so not sure where you got that info? And fender normally always do their frets over binding like that while gibson has always done them inside.. both have advantages of disadvantages.

@richardgardner8885

Жыл бұрын

I was referring to the left handed range. There are pretty much no jaguars available other than the KC model. The issue with the frets was that they are sharp and jagged. Had it setup and they are nice and smooth now. Much more comfortable to play.

@DelScully

Жыл бұрын

@@richardgardner8885 ah okay that makes sense.. and yeah I own a few fenders in all price ranges with the neck binding and have played a custom shop one and its the only one I've seen with the frets underneath. Not sure why they do it that way, even my cheaper hagstrom has the frets underneath the binding to keep it smooth.. the only issue is when the wood shrinks and expands it'll create indents in the binding.

Where did you find for half price?? Love the video

@dannyperfect9270

5 ай бұрын

I don’t believe he got that for £650

You can sand the fret edges your self and guitar will be other guitar with a good feel. I do this to all guitars that needs a hand. I know this should be done from factory but... umm ok. Regards

You got it half price with fret/nut problems because it's a knockoff

Surprising seeing that Fender, of all things, is renowned for their excellent necks. I had my suspicions that this might be a "gimmick" guitar when I saw that it was made in Mexico. Which is strange, because I feel there is a HUGE potential market for this guitar if priced correctly. It must be tuff being a lefty. Glad my first grade teacher made me start writing with my right hand since i am ambidexterous.

As a huge Nirvana fan, these Fender signature models are not worth your money. There are so many in accuracies between these and Kurt’s actual jag that they end up sounding nothing like it. For the price you’re paying it’s absolutely not worth it. If you’re looking for a HH Jag I’d recommend the Classic Player, much better guitar.

@FOSIFER

11 ай бұрын

They resell expensive, so they are worth their price just for that. Regarding the appearance of the "real" KC Jag ', it is close enough aesthetically to be satisfied. The owners are very happy (including me) and the sound, for what we do (grunge) is quite correct, especially with good pedals, any model of guitar will be magnified

@wastewoodrockers5526

11 ай бұрын

@@FOSIFER Agree with you on resale value being a potential purchase factor and as a collectors item, sure they’re cool to have. As for the quality, aesthetics and sound the KC signature Jag is nothing more than mediocre IMO.

@MittenOverlanding

8 ай бұрын

I have a few 2011 road worn Cobain jaguars that I picked up back in 2012-2013 and they sound incredible. 2011 was the first year of this signature model and it was only available as a road worn guitar for the first few years. You could find these as cheap as $600 dollars used at the time if you held out for a private sale vs buying pre-owned at a store. The quality is top notch as well. When I researched this guitar at the time, I found that a lot of components were actually American but the guitar ultimately was built at the factory in Mexico, hence the MIM. I cannot confirm this though so take that with a grain of salt. Ultimately, this guitar quickly grew to be my favorite axe of all time and I’ve been fortunate enough to have owned many along with playing dozens of different guitars in my life. Maybe the nos models or simply the mim guitars have taken a dip in quality. It would be really disappointing if that’s the case because these Cobain signature models have immense range, sound incredible, and seemingly never-ending tonal potential. For the Nirvana fans that are interested in this guitar, you can get very accurate Nirvana tones if you already play similar sounding stuff (rock, metal, grunge, etc) with your setup.

@wastewoodrockers5526

8 ай бұрын

@@MittenOverlanding That’s fair enough. I just think there’s better options than the signature models. The NOS version at least have a thick polyester finish and sound nothing like what they should IMO. I have, and know many others who have built custom jag’s to Kurt’s spec and I think it’s a much better way to go if you want something that looks and sounds the part. Nothing against owners of the signature model, just think you get something that is a much nicer and higher quality build when you go DIY.