The Fender American Acoustasonic Series Jazzmaster is a versatile guitar that blends acoustic and electric characteristics, offering a wide range of tonal possibilities for musicians. It is designed to be an all-in-one tool suitable for both studio recording and live stage performances.
Function Description:
The Acoustasonic Jazzmaster serves as a hybrid instrument, combining the natural resonance and warmth of an acoustic guitar with the power and versatility of an electric guitar. It features a unique offset body design, which contributes to its distinct aesthetic and acoustic properties. The guitar is equipped with a powerful Fender and Fishman®-designed engine, specially tuned soundport, and resonant body shape, all engineered for optimal versatility, playability, and sonic exploration.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Voice System: The guitar incorporates a sophisticated voice system with five discrete "voice pairs" that can be selected using the Voice Selector switch. These voice pairs offer a curated collection of both acoustic and electric tones.
- Mod Knob: A Mod Knob allows for seamless blending between the 'A' and 'B' voices within each voice pair, unlocking a vast array of new sounds and infinite possibilities.
- Volume Knob: A dedicated Volume Knob controls the overall output of the guitar, allowing players to adjust the loudness as needed.
- Pickup Configuration: The Acoustasonic Jazzmaster includes a Tim Shaw-designed humbucking pickup for high-powered electric tones, alongside a piezo pickup and a body sensor pickup for acoustic sounds.
- Battery and Charging: The instrument is powered by a rechargeable battery. It requires a 5-volt USB-compliant charger with a micro USB connector.
- Input Power (Charger): 100 - 240V, ~50/60Hz, 0.3A
- Output Power (Charger): 5V DC, 1000mA
- Charging Time: Approximately 4-5 hours for a full charge. Non-USB-compliant chargers may take longer.
- Charging Indicator: An LED on the output jack indicates battery status:
- No Light (Normal Operation): Normal, or may indicate zero charge.
- Blinking Red (Normal Operation): Low battery, approximately 1 hour left.
- Steady Red (USB Charger Connected): Charging.
- Steady Green (USB Charger Connected): Fully charged.
Usage Features:
The Acoustasonic Jazzmaster offers a highly intuitive control layout:
- Voice Selection: The Voice Selector switch allows players to quickly choose between five distinct voice positions. Each position offers a unique "voice pair" that can be further manipulated.
- Position 5:
- 5A (Rosewood Dreadnought): Provides warm and articulate tones across the frequency spectrum with complex overtones, ideal for a brighter sound.
- 5B (Mahogany Slope Shoulder): Delivers a dry, earthy, and organic tone, well-suited for Americana-style flatpicking, offering a warmer sound.
- Position 4:
- 4A (Mahogany Jumbo): Produces a loud and airy sound, perfect for heavy, responsive strumming to accompany vocals and other instruments, characterized by a larger, full-body sound.
- 4B (All-Mahogany Small Body): Offers an articulate, warm, and focused tone that lends itself to fingerpicking and arpeggiated chords, with a mid-forward and tighter low end.
- Position 3:
- 3A (Rosewood Auditorium): Creates tighter and brighter tones for a modern hi-fi sound with detailed midrange that sits beautifully in a mix, removing the body sensor.
- 3B (Body Sensor Pickup): Generates a percussive top, perfect for solo looping performances and enhanced harmonics, adding in the body sensor.
- Position 2:
- 2A (Lo-Fi Piezo): Produces a cool lo-fi sound derived solely from the piezo pickup and the Jazzmaster's unique body resonance, removing electric tone.
- 2B (Lo-Fi Piezo Crunch): Offers a thin-body acoustic sound pushed through an electric amp for unique overdriven tones, adding in electric tone.
- Position 1:
- 1A (Fender Electric Fat/Semi-Clean): Delivers high-powered electric tones via the Tim Shaw-Designed humbucking pickup, providing a cleaner sound.
- 1B (Fender Overdriven Electric): Boosts power for a booming overdriven tone, offering a dirtier sound.
- Blending Voices: The Mod Knob is central to the guitar's versatility, enabling players to continuously blend between the 'A' and 'B' voices within each selected voice pair. This allows for nuanced tonal shaping and the creation of unique hybrid sounds.
- Volume Control: The Volume Knob provides straightforward control over the guitar's output level, ensuring easy adjustment for different performance environments.
- Rechargeable Battery: The built-in rechargeable battery ensures convenience and portability, eliminating the need for external power sources during performance.
Maintenance Features:
- Battery Charging: It is crucial to fully charge the battery before the first use. The USB charging cable should be connected to a 5-volt USB-compliant charger and plugged into a wall socket. The LED indicator provides clear feedback on the charging status.
- Charger Recommendation: For optimal charging, it is recommended to use chargers with an output current of 1A (1000mA). Using chargers with an output current less than 1A is not recommended as it may prolong charging times.
- Truss Rod Adjustment: When adjusting the truss rod, caution is advised to avoid over-tightening, which could damage the neck.
- Body Cavity Adjustments: To prevent damage to the guitar's top, it is explicitly stated that adjustments should NOT be made inside the body cavity, including altering pickup height.
- Professional Service: Any service work required for the instrument should be performed by a Fender Authorized Service Center to ensure proper care and maintenance.
The Fender American Acoustasonic Series Jazzmaster is a testament to Fender's craftsmanship and innovative design, offering an unparalleled playing experience through its blend of acoustic and electric capabilities.
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