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Masterbuilt craftsmanship by Levi Perry
At the heart of this exceptional instrument is the masterbuilt expertise of Levi Perry, a rising star within the Fender Custom Shop. Every detail of the Fender Custom Shop Masterbuilt Levi Perry ’57 Jazzmaster is hand-selected, shaped, and assembled with an expert’s touch, delivering the pinnacle of boutique guitar-making. Levi’s focus on vintage accuracy, flawless fretwork, and exacting relic techniques ensures this guitar stands apart, not just as a reissue, but as a true artisan creation. His approach captures the spirit of Fender’s golden era while applying modern consistency and precision. From neck shaping to wiring and final setup, every element has been personally inspected and refined by Perry to meet professional standards. The result is a one-of-a-kind instrument that plays like a true Custom Shop masterpiece should.
Unique finish and aged detailing
One of the defining visual features of this Jazzmaster is the expertly applied relic finish, overlaying a beautiful Butterscotch Blonde on top of a 3-Colour Sunburst base. Using a nitrocellulose lacquer finish—true to the period—the guitar’s surface is meticulously aged to simulate decades of natural wear. This includes subtle checking, finish sinking, and hardware tarnishing that not only create an authentic vintage vibe but also reduce finish thickness for improved resonance. The Butterscotch Blonde finish is particularly rare for a Jazzmaster, offering a distinctive twist on a classic Fender aesthetic. Each relic pattern is applied by hand, ensuring no two guitars are identical. The wear on the body, neck, and even pickguard reflects the meticulous skill of Fender’s Custom Shop artisans and provides the familiar feel of a well-loved vintage instrument straight from the case.
Premium electronics with handwound pickups
Tonally, this Jazzmaster is built to soar. It features a pair of handwound flat magnet pickups crafted specifically to recreate the articulate clarity and warmth of early-’60s Jazzmaster tones. The pickups are specially voiced to balance chimey highs with tight lows and open mids, making them ideal across a range of genres from surf rock and shoegaze to indie and experimental styles. Each pickup is individually wound and calibrated for its position, with the neck unit delivering glassy fullness and the bridge offering snappy, harmonically rich output. These are wired to a vintage-inspired control layout with black Strat-style knobs, offering intuitive access to tone shaping. Masterbuilder José’s signature handwinding technique is a highlight—each pickup is touched by a skilled craftsman rather than machine-spun, enhancing response and depth. This level of detail translates to dynamic tone that responds fluidly to playing nuances and attack.
Custom neck profile and premium fingerboard features
The neck on the Levi Perry ’57 Jazzmaster is designed for both comfort and character, with a custom-carved large "C" shape that offers a robust yet natural feel in the hand. Made from a single piece of plain grain maple, it includes a medium-tint nitro finish that allows the wood to breathe and age gracefully. The 9.5" fingerboard radius strikes the perfect balance between vintage feel and modern playability, making bends and fast runs effortless across all 21 narrow tall frets. Black pearloid block inlays lend a bold aesthetic against the maple, and the micarta side dots ensure visibility on darker stages. The neck is also fitted with a white micarta nut for smooth string movement and tuning stability. With its unique neck binding and matching painted peghead, the overall look and feel of this neck are both elegant and functional, elevating the playing experience far beyond standard reissue specs.
Precision hardware and boutique playability
To complement its custom construction and premium tonewoods, this Jazzmaster features a set of high-grade hardware components that reinforce its boutique status. The RSD Jag/Jazz bridge, specially relic’d to match the aesthetic of the guitar, delivers rock-solid tuning and intonation while preserving the signature Jazzmaster tremolo feel. Unlike typical vintage-style bridges, the RSD unit is engineered for enhanced stability and sustain, making it perfectly suited for studio sessions and live performances. Vintage-style tuners with the Fender logo complete the period-correct look, and a no-strap-lock approach retains the authenticity of a true vintage build. The absence of a rear cover and rear route also highlights its historically accurate construction. Add in a custom black pickguard, black pickup covers, and Strat-style black knobs, and this Jazzmaster balances functional upgrades with traditional Fender charm. Every component is carefully chosen and aged to blend seamlessly, making the guitar perform like the one-of-a-kind icon of Fender legacy that it is.
Specifications
- Product Name: Fender Custom Shop Masterbuilt Levi Perry 57 Jazzmaster Relic, Butterscotch Blonde & 3 Tone Sunburst
- Product Code: 9218002895
Body
- Body Wood: 2-piece Bass Ash (C/S 22")
- Body Style: 1962 Jazzmaster
- Body Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer (Relic)
- Top Colour: Butterscotch Blonde
- Bottom Colour: 3-Colour Sunburst
- Body Binding: None
- Contours: Vintage accurate
- Neck Mounting: 4-bolt plate
- Bridge Routing: RSD Jag/Jazz Bridge 9.5" (Relic)
- Pickup Routing: Jazzmaster Flat Magnet (Handwound) Neck & Bridge
- Rear Route: None
- F-Hole: None
Neck & Fretboard
- Neck Wood: 1-piece Plain Grain Maple
- Neck Shape: Large "C"
- Neck Finish: Medium Tint Nitro with Painted Peghead
- 1st Fret Thickness: 0.875"
- 12th Fret Thickness: 0.950"
- Fretboard Radius: 9.5"
- Fingerboard Inlays: Black Pearloid Block
- Side Dots: Micarta White 3/32"
- Fret Wire: Narrow Tall / 6105
- Number of Frets: 21
- Nut Width: 1.650"
- Butt Width: 2.200"
- Truss Rod: Standard
- Neck Binding: .060 Black x .280
- Headstock: Jazzmaster, Matching Painted Peghead
- Tuners: Vintage with Fender Logo (Relic)
Hardware & Electronics
- Bridge: RSD Jag/Jazz Bridge 9.5" (Relic)
- Pickguard: Jazzmaster .060 Black (Relic)
- Pickups: Handwound Jazzmaster Flat Magnet Neck & Bridge
- Pickup Covers: Black
- Electronics: Vintage Jazzmaster wiring
- Control Knobs: Strat Small Flat Top Volume & Tone, Black (Relic)
- Selector Switch: 3-way toggle
- Strings: 010-013-017-026-036-046
- Output Jack: Vintage style
- Strap Locks: Not included
- Trem Arm: Included (Relic style)