For Sale: 2004 Fender American Vintage ’62 AVRI Jazzmaster – 3-Tone Sunburst | Nitro | Mustang Bridge | OHSC

Up for sale is a 2004 Fender American Vintage ’62 (AVRI) Jazzmaster in the classic 3-Tone Sunburst finish, complete with its original hard-shell case.

This early-2000s AVRI is widely considered one of Fender’s best U.S.-made reissue eras, offering excellent build quality, vintage-correct specs, and a true nitrocellulose lacquer finish. It captures the look, feel, and tone of an original early-’60s Jazzmaster, while remaining a very playable and reliable instrument.

Condition

This guitar is in excellent condition (9/10).

It shows light surface scratches and a few small dings from normal use, all of which are visible in the photos.

The guitar is 100% original with no cracks, repairs, or structural issues.

It currently has a Mustang-style bridge installed for improved stability and ease of setup. The original Jazzmaster bridge is included in the case.

The neck is straight, the truss rod functions properly, and the original frets show only minimal wear. The guitar plays cleanly up and down the neck with no buzzing or dead spots and has been professionally set up here at Guitar Chimp.

The original Fender hard-shell case is included and is in excellent working condition.

Specifications

• Model: Fender American Vintage ’62 AVRI Jazzmaster
• Year: 2004
• Serial Number: V149658
• Finish: 3-Tone Sunburst (Nitrocellulose Lacquer)
• Body: Alder
• Neck: Maple, Slim ’60s “C” Profile
• Fingerboard: Slab Rosewood
• Radius: 7.25"
• Scale Length: 25.5"
• Nut Width: 1.68"
• Neck Depth: .82" (1st fret), .90" (12th fret)
• Frets: 21 Vintage-Style
• Pickups: Original Fender AVRI Jazzmaster Single-Coils
• Bridge: Mustang-Style Upgrade (Original Bridge Included)
• Tremolo: Vintage-Style Floating Tremolo with Lock Button
• Tuners: Vintage-Style
• Weight: 8 lbs 10 oz
• Case: Original Fender Hard-Shell Case

Electronics & Features

This AVRI Jazzmaster features the traditional rhythm/lead circuit and original Fender AVRI single-coil pickups, delivering the wide, open tone the model is known for.

The Mustang bridge upgrade is a common and highly desirable modification, offering improved tuning stability and easier setup compared to the traditional threaded saddle design—while the original bridge is included for those who want full vintage correctness.

Tone & Feel

This guitar delivers classic Jazzmaster tone—full low end, clear highs, and a wide, airy response with excellent note separation.

The 7.25" radius and slim ’60s C neck provide an authentic vintage feel, while the Mustang bridge makes it more player-friendly without sacrificing character.

It has a lively, resonant acoustic response and feels great in hand.

Transparency & Photos

As with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the exact instrument — no stock images.

At the end of the photo set, you’ll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to clearly show any scratches, dings, and cosmetic wear. We believe in not only describing the condition, but showing it in detail so there are no surprises.

Many of our customers tell us their guitars arrive in better condition than expected.

Why Buy From Guitar Chimp?

With over 18 years of experience, Guitar Chimp is trusted by players and collectors worldwide.

Every instrument is thoroughly inspected and professionally set up by our in-house luthier

Honest, accurate condition descriptions

Real photos of the actual instrument — never stock images

We have shipped thousands of guitars all over the world

All instruments are professionally packed, fully insured, and shipped with signature confirmation for your protection

Buy with confidence knowing your instrument will arrive safely and exactly as described.

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This 2004 Fender AVRI ’62 Jazzmaster in 3-Tone Sunburst is a clean, great-playing example from one of Fender’s best reissue eras, with a desirable Mustang bridge upgrade and original case.

🎸 Jerald – Guitar Chimp
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