Fender Offset Guitars
Beginning in 1958 with the Jazzmaster, Fender Offsets are known for their unique features, sleek aesthetic, and versatile tones. Expanding their offerings with the Jaguar, Mustang, Duo Sonic, and Lead, these models combine classic looks with modern playability.
Beginning in 1958 with the Jazzmaster, Fender Offsets are known for their unique features, sleek aesthetic, and versatile tones. Expanding their offerings with the Jaguar, Mustang, Duo Sonic, and Lead, these models combine classic looks with modern playability.
Offset guitars typically feature two single coil pickups, a floating tremolo system and comfortable, slim body waists. Originally intended for Jazz, they since found favour with surf, indie and rock musicians thanks to their unique sound and aesthetic.
Each model offers something different and every offset guitar in our range has Gear4music’s three-year warranty in addition to fast delivery times.
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Fender Vintera II 70s Mustang RW, Competition Orange
Fender Vintera II 50s Jazzmaster RW, Desert Sand
Fender Vintera II 70s Jaguar MN, Black
Fender Troy Van Leeuwen Jazzmaster, Copper Age
Fender Johnny Marr Jaguar, Olympic White
Fender Player II Mustang MN, Hialeah Yellow
Fender Player II Mustang RW, Aquatone Blue
Fender Player II Mustang MN, 3-Color Sunburst
Fender Player II Mustang RW, Birch Green
Fender Player II Mustang RW, Black
Fender Player II Mustang with Gig Bag or Case
Fender Player II Jaguar RW, 3 Color Sunburst
Fender Player II Jaguar RW, Polar White
Fender Player II Jaguar RW, Aquatone Blue
Fender Player II Jaguar RW, Coral Red
Fender Player II Jaguar, RW, Hialeah Yellow
Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW, 3-Color Sunburst
Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW, Black
Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW, Aquatone Blue
Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW, Coral Red
Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW, Birch Green
Fender Limited Edition Player II Jazzmaster RW, British Racing Green
Fender Player II Jazzmaster with Gig Bag or Case
Fender Player II Jaguar with Gig Bag or Case
Fender Tom DeLonge Starcaster, RW Satin Shoreline Gold
Fender Tom DeLonge Starcaster, RW Satin Surf Green
Fender Vintera II 70s Mustang RW, Competition Burgundy
Fender Tom DeLonge Starcaster, RW Satin Olympic White
Fender Vintera II 50s Jazzmaster RW, Sonic Blue
Fender Vintera II 70s Jaguar MN, Vintage White
Fender 2024 Collection, Made in Japan Hybrid II Jazzmaster RW, Quilt Aquamarine
Fender American Performer Mustang, Vintage White
Fender American Performer Jazzmaster, Vintage White
Fender American Performer Jazzmaster, Satin Lake Placid Blue
Fender American Performer Jazzmaster, 3-Color Sunburst
Fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar NOS Left Handed, 3-Tone Sunburst
Fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar NOS, 3-Tone Sunburst
Fender American Professional II Jazzmaster RW, Dark Night
Fender American Professional II Jazzmaster RW, 3-Tone Sunburst
Fender American Ultra II Meteora, Avalanche
Introduced in the late 1950s, Fender Offset guitars began with the Jazzmaster, followed by the Jaguar in 1962. Designed with wider fretboards, shorter scales, and unique tone circuits, these guitars produced warmer, more mellow tones compared to other Fender models.
Originally aimed at jazz players, Offset guitars quickly gained popularity in surf rock for their twangy, vibrant sound. Later, they found a place in alternative and indie rock, prized for their versatility and distinctive design.
Key features include the offset waist body shape, two single-coil pickups, and a floating vibrato system, producing bright, clear tones with a distinct character. The body design also offers great comfort for extended playing. Models like the Fender Vintera II '50s Jazzmaster showcase the classic Fender Offset designs with vintage tones.
Notable Offset guitar players include Johnny Marr, Thurston Moore, and Nels Cline, all known for creatively using these guitars. Today, models like the Jazzmaster and Jaguar remain iconic instruments across various genres, cementing their place in Fender's guitar legacy.
Fender Offset FAQs
What is a Fender offset guitar?
A Fender Offset guitar has a distinct body shape with an offset waist, allowing for comfortable playing. The Jazzmaster and Jaguar are popular models known for their bright sound and unique features. They're used across various genres and have become one of Fender's most iconic shapes.
Is a Strat an offset guitar?
The Stratocaster is not an offset guitar. While they are similar, a Stratocaster has a symmetrical body shape, whereas Fender Offsets have an asymmetrical waist. Additionally, the Stratocaster has a three pickup layout where the Offsets usually only have two.
What was the first Fender offset?
The first Fender Offset was the Jazzmaster, introduced in 1958 as a high-end alternative to the Stratocaster and Telecaster. Its innovative offset waist design, dual-circuit electronics, and smooth, jazzy sound set the Jazzmaster apart.
