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Fender Artist Series Jimmie Vaughan Tex-Mex Stratocaster Electric Guitar Olympic White
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- Three Tex-Mex single-coil pickups
- Special V-shaped neck
- Vintage machine heads
- Original synchronized tremolo
- Custom tone control wiring
- Alder body
- Schaller straplock-ready buttons
- Medium-jumbo frets
- Fender deluxe gig bag
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Most Liked Positive Review
Great value - very good guitar
The JV Strat is a fine guitar for anyone from a beginning guitarist to a regular working musician [and I've been both]. The tremelo could be improved [as with most 6-screw units], and the single-ply pickguard is a little warped [apparently a common problem for single-plys], but its a great-sounding, well-made guitar that's fun to play, especially if you're a fan of v-shaped, 9.5" radius necks. [Neck profile and fretboard radius are of varying importance to different people. If you don't know about those topics, get someone to show you the difference between a 7.25", 9.5", and 12" fretboard radius, and a v-, c- and u- shaped neck, about all of which you can get on a strat in this same price range. I bought mine earlier this year because I've been wanting a sunburst/maple strat that I could modify without too much regard for its future value, and I didn't want to spend too much on a guitar that was likely to get different pickups, pickguard, etc. Now that I've gotten it, however, I'm not sure that I'll change anything. I've blocked the tremelo, and may get a different pickguard some day, but the sound and playability are wonderful - actually better than my 1986/87 American Standard [that I don't plan to modify one bit]. This guitar isn't going to hold anyone back from being a great guitarist.
Most Liked Negative Review
Its a No Go
The Jimmie Vaughan Strat fell short :( Looks Great! Feels Great! Sounds Great!......except it will not stay in tune!!! After receiving it I researched it a little more and found a few other folks complaining about the same issue. If im going to spend more money to fix the tuning issues , I might as well just slam down a couple more hundred dollars for a Standard American Strat.
- Jamming3
- Practicing3
- Recording3
- Rock Concerts3
- School Bands2
- Craftsmanship1
- Flat Sound1
- Fret Buzz1
- None1
- Poor Pick Up1
- Experienced2
- Professional Musician1
- Fun To Play3
- Good Feel3
- Good Tone3
- Good Pick Up2
- Solid Electronics2
Reviewed by 26 customers
Amazing Blues Machine
submitted4 years ago
byJames
from85378
This guitar sounds plays and looks awesome, you can feel the quality as soon as you pick it up. The Tex -Mex pick ups and the way this is wired just nails that Texas Blues tone , that creamy white is so nice even if you not s good player this guitar will make you sound great , I love this guitar
My favorite Strat.
Verified Buyer
submitted8 years ago
byThe Helix Channel
fromAustin, Texas
I've been playing guitar for 30 years, and have owned dozens of guitars over the years, but, never owned a real Fender Stratocaster. I tried a lot of Strats in my search, and to me, the Jimmy Vaughan signature has a great vintage feel and tone...I love it!!!
Simply awesome.
submitted10 years ago
byLDS
fromGilbert, Arizona
Solid and well constructed. Got a minor set up after purchase and it's perfect.
Thrilled!
submitted13 years ago
byMARIO TRZINSKI
fromManteno, IL
I've had my Strat now for a month and I'm extremely pleased with my purchase. I ordered it thru my local GC and they were both quick and helpful thru the process. I found it was ready out of the box with no additional setting up. It has that wonderful bluesy/jazz sound I've been looking for without any additional purchases or changes. On playing blues I give it 5 stars. Classic rock 4.5 stars and on heavier rock and alternate Drop tuning maybe 3.5 stars. I'm not disappointed on that aspect because I bought it to play blues and it's awesome. The pick guard was a little warped but I was going to change it out anyways with a black pearl pick guard that makes the guitar look absolutely gorgeous! The color (black) is beautiful and I can't help but wipe it out down when I'm done playing it and just admiring the look. The guitar feels great, it's reasonably light, and the neck feels quick. I've played other more expensive Strats without having that blues sound I've been looking for but the tone I'm loving must be from the TexMex pickups. Save some money and check this one out.
My Number 1
submitted14 years ago
byBill Hein
frommi
Got this guitar about a year ago now and has been my number one ever sense. I love the open middle pickup. It gives a great rock sound and works really well with distortion. Mine is the candy apple red finish, and its perfect. The neck plays like butter as well. My only complaint is the single ply pick guard. It warped(a common problem) and now sticks up about a half inch on one side. Thats no biggie though as i can always buy a new 8 ply guard.
Its a No Go
submitted16 years ago
byDisappointed
fromLa Porte, TX
The Jimmie Vaughan Strat fell short :( Looks Great! Feels Great! Sounds Great!......except it will not stay in tune!!! After receiving it I researched it a little more and found a few other folks complaining about the same issue. If im going to spend more money to fix the tuning issues , I might as well just slam down a couple more hundred dollars for a Standard American Strat.
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submitted2 years ago
asked byEdward
fromAustin, Texas
These guitars are manufactured in Mexico, yes?
Yes, the Fender Artist Series Jimmie Vaughan is made in Mexicosubmitted2 years ago
asked byRay
fromPlano Texas
What is the weight of this model.
All guitars vary depending on the density of the wood. Manufacturers usually only spec size and type of wood. Guitars are generally between 6 and 12 lbs. They can be more. The only way to know the weight of an individual instrument is to weigh it. I'm sorry but I don't have one to weigh. This will be approximately 7.5 – 9.0 lbs

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