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Fender American Original Jazzmaster

Discontinued· 2018–2022

Configurations'60s

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Aftermarket Price

$1,712

AxeDB's estimate

Retail Price

$1,999

Retail Price

Aftermarket Discount

-14.4%

vs. retail

Aftermarket Price History

Used-market sales only. Brand New listings excluded.

The American Original Jazzmaster was Fender's U.S.-made vintage-leaning offset for players who wanted classic Jazzmaster identity with just enough modern playability built in. Pure Vintage-style pickups, lacquer finish, proper rhythm-circuit layout and old-school trem placement keep it grounded in 1960s Jazzmaster design, while the slightly more forgiving neck spec makes it easier to live with than a stricter reissue. On the used market, originality and setup carry more weight than small cosmetic wear, because buyers want a guitar that still delivers the exact reason this model exists. It is a player-oriented reissue, and clean, unmodified examples are the ones that stay strongest.

Individual Listings (Used Market)

Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.

Market Report

Used examples typically trade between $1,550 and $1,825; anything under $1,550 is worth a close look. Some price variation month to month, but within a normal range.

This model rarely comes to market at ~4/month. When one does appear, expect less room to negotiate on price.

Condition has a moderate effect on price (~17% spread from clean to worn). Player-grade examples represent reasonable value.

Updated May 19, 2026 · Based on AxeDB sales data

Price Stability

Medium

Moderate price variation

Volume

~4/mo

-20.0% vs. 12-mo avg

recent 3-month avg

Condition Sensitivity

Medium