Johnny Marr is synonymous with the Fender Jaguar – and he’s just launched a new signature model based on his prized 1965 model
Fender has partnered with The Smiths legend Johnny Marr on a new signature Jaguar model.
Built on the classic Jaguar blueprint but with a number of modern appointments and Marr-chosen specs, the Johnny Marr Signature Special Jaguar is the latest in a line of signature model collaborations between the Smiths man and the Big F.
“The Jaguar has been central to my sound and style for nearly 15 years,” says Johnny Marr. “With this new model, I wanted to create an instrument that feels classic but also pushes players to explore new tones and possibilities.
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“Fender has once again brought that vision to life in a way that I didn’t think could be possible until now. From my work with The Cribs playing gritty in your face indie, to the cinematic soundscapes I crafted with Hans Zimmer, the Jaguar has been an incredible asset in helping me expand my sound, no matter the genre or the occasion.”
Key specs include an enhanced neck profile inspired by Marr’s own original 1965 Jaguar, a Jaguar bridge with Mustang saddles and a vintage-style floating trem, and custom-wound, Johnny Marr-designed single-coil Lipstick pickups in the bridge, middle and neck positions. There’s also a custom gloss nitrocellulose black lacquer finish and 22-fret fingerboard with ivory dot inlays.
These are controlled by an all-new pickup selection system: a unique four-position blade switching system, as well as three slide-switch options for “maximum tonal versatility”.
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“Johnny Marr’s legacy as one of the most inventive guitarists of the last four decades is undeniable,” says Max Gutnik, Chief Product Officer at Fender. “His distinctive style and tone has inspired generations of players over the years. The new Signature Special Jaguar is a versatile, performance-ready twist on his classic instrument that delivers a captivating tone with great feel. We’re thrilled to share it with guitarists everywhere.”
The new Johnny Marr Signature Special Jaguar follows in the footsteps of his first signature Fender Jaguar in 2012, which was designed by the Fender Custom Shop to reflect his personal modded 1965 Jaguar model.
The Johnny Marr Signature Special Jaguar is available now, priced at $2,999/£2,949.
For more information, head to Fender.
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