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    Fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar Electric Guitar

    The Fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar is a nod to the instrument that fueled the fire of the early '90s grunge movement. Modeled after the battered and modified 1965 Jaguar that Cobain wielded during the Nevermind era, this guitar captures the raw intensity and subversive spirit of Nirvana.

    Whether you're a die-hard Nirvana fan or just chasing that gritty, distinctive tone, this guitar blends vintage vibe with modern playability. It’s ready to scream, feedback, and handle all the intensity you can throw at it.

    Fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar Supercharged Sound

    Supercharged Sound

    This isn't your standard polite surf-rock Jaguar. Under the hood, this beast is hot-rodded to deliver the colossal sound that defined a generation. Fender has swapped out the traditional single-coils for a pair of high-output DiMarzio humbuckers, ensuring that every chord you strike has enough grit and sustain to shake the walls.

    • Super Distortion Pickups: The bridge features a DiMarzio® DP100 Super Distortion® pickup, providing the high-gain crunch essential for those explosive choruses.
    • Classic PAF Tones: In the neck position, you'll find a DiMarzio® DP103 PAF® 36th Anniversary pickup, offering warm, vintage-style tones perfect for moody verses.
    • Simplified Switching: Gone is the complex rhythm circuit of standard Jaguars; in its place is a modified lower switch plate with a robust three-way toggle switch for quick, reliable pickup selection.

    Ready for the Stage

    Kurt didn't just play his Jaguar; he modified it to survive the chaos of live shows. This model retains those practical tweaks, resulting in a guitar that feels solid, stable, and ready for abuse. The unique control layout gives you precise command over your sound, while the hardware upgrades ensure you stay in tune even during aggressive playing.

    • Custom Control Layout: This model replaces the standard master volume and tone with three knurled chrome knobs — individual volume controls for each pickup and a single master tone — allowing you to fine-tune your sound with precision.  
    • Enhanced Bridge Design: The black chrome Adjusto-Matic™ bridge and floating tremolo tailpiece provide excellent tuning stability and intonation, making them ideal for dynamic and aggressive playing styles.
    • Smooth Playability: The modern "C" shaped maple neck and bound rosewood fingerboard with a 9.5" radius provide a comfortable, fast playing feel that suits both chord work and lead lines.
    Fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar Ready for the Stage
    Fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar Authentic Looks

    Authentic Looks, Exclusive Extras

    This guitar is a visual standout, carefully replicating the unique details of Cobain's original instrument. From the accurate logos to the distinctive headstock shape, every element has been thoughtfully designed for authenticity. Fender also includes exclusive case extras, making this a must-have collector's item for any Nirvana fan.

    • Period-Correct Details: It sports a Stratocaster® headstock shape with a 1950s-style "spaghetti" logo and a bound fingerboard with pearloid dot markers, mirroring the unique look of Kurt's '65.
    • Plays Both Ways: Kurt was a lefty, so naturally, this model comes in both right- and left-handed versions. Now everyone can have a go at this iconic instrument.
    • Exclusive Book: The guitar comes in a black textured vinyl hard-shell case containing an exclusive Fender Kurt Cobain book, featuring photography by Charles Peterson and an interview with guitar tech Earnie Bailey.

    A Tribute to a Legend

    The Fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar isn’t just a signature model — it’s a precise recreation of a heavily customized classic. It delivers the humbucking power essential for grunge and alternative rock, paired with the distinctive offset design of the Jaguar. Whether you’re aiming to capture the tones of In Utero or create your own sound, this guitar provides the power, unique style, and durability to take you there.

    Fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar A Tribute to a Legend

    Fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar Features:

    • DiMarzio® DP103 PAF® 36th Anniversary (neck) and DP100 Super Distortion® (bridge) humbucking pickups
    • Alder body with a gloss polyester finish
    • Bound rosewood fingerboard with pearloid dot inlays
    • Black chrome Adjusto-Matic™ bridge and floating tremolo tailpiece with lock button
    • Gotoh® cast/sealed tuning machines
    • Three knurled "chrome-dome" control knobs (Volume, Volume, Tone)
    • 3-Position Toggle Switch
    • Available in right- and left-handed models
    • Includes black textured vinyl hard-shell case
    • Includes exclusive Fender Kurt Cobain book

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    Fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar Electric Guitar with Case Specifications

    Fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar Electric Guitar with Case Specifications
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    Fender Kurt Cobain Jaguar Electric Guitar with Case Specifications

    • Model Name: Kurt Cobain Jaguar
    • Model #: 0143001700
    • Series: Artist
    • Body Material: Alder
    • Body Finish: Gloss Polyester
    • Body Shape: Jaguar
    • Neck Material: Maple
    • Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane
    • Neck Shape: Modern “C”
    • Scale Length: 24” / 610 mm
    • Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
    • Fingerboard Radius: 9.5” / 241 mm
    • Number of Frets: 22
    • Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
    • Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
    • Nut Width: 1.650” / 42 mm
    • Position Inlays: Pearloid Dot
    • Truss Rod: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
    • Bridge Pickup: DiMarzio Super Distortion DP100
    • Neck Pickup: DiMarzio PAF DP-103
    • Controls: Lead Circuit Controls (Slide Switch Down); Volume (Neck), Volume (Bridge), Master Tone; Rhythm Circuit Controls (Slide Switch Up): Two Thumbwheel Controls for Neck Pickup Volume and Tone
    • Switching, 3-Position Toggle: 
      • Position 1. Bridge Pickup
      • Position 2. Bridge And Neck Pickups
      • Position 3. Neck Pickup
    • Configuration: HH
    • Bridge: Black Chrome Adjusto-Matic Bridge with Chrome Vintage-Style “Floating” Tremolo Tailpiece and Tremolo Lock Button
    • Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome/Black Chrome
    • Tuning Machines: Gotoh Cast/Sealed
    • Pickguard: 4-Ply Tortoiseshell
    • Control Knobs: Knurled Flat-Top
    • Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Vintage-Style
    • Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.052 Gauges)
    • Other Features:
      • Stratocaster Headstock
      • Toggle Pickup Selector Switch
      • Custom “Fender” Engraved Neckplate
      • White Bound Fingerboard
      • ‘50s Style Spaghetti Logo Decal
      • Knurled Chrome Dome Control Knobs
      • Modified Lower Switch Plate with Single Toggle Switch
      • Aged White Pickup Covers with Black Pickup Bezels
      • Tremolo Tip and Switch Tip
      • Dual “Wing” String Trees
    • Case/Gig Bag: Standard Black Hardshell
    • Included Accessories:
      • Hardshell Case
      • Exclusive Fender Kurt Cobain Book featuring photography by Charles Peterson
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