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Fender American Vintage II 1966 Jazzmaster Dakota Red 142

Classic offset Fender feel and spacious Jazzmaster tone in a punchy Dakota Red package that begs for surf lines, shoegaze swells, and indie grooves.

Fender American Vintage II 1966 Jazzmaster Dakota Red 142

Classic offset Fender feel and spacious Jazzmaster tone in a punchy Dakota Red package that begs for surf lines, shoegaze swells, and indie grooves.

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Quick Specs

  • Fender American Vintage II 1966 Jazzmaster model
  • Iconic offset body for relaxed standing or seated playing
  • Dakota Red finish with classic Fender visual vibe
  • Jazzmaster style voice built for chime, bloom, and grit
  • Ideal platform for surf, shoegaze, indie, ambient, and beyond

FREE Player-Perfect™ Pro Setup ($100+ Value)

Our techs are all seasoned players, so they dial in every guitar like it’s going into their own rig—perfect intonation, action set exactly right, ready to rip from the first note.

Want it YOUR way? Tell us at checkout: string gauge, action height, whatever you need. We’ll nail it before shipping.

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Vintage-Style Offset Inspiration Without The Headache

If you live for that classic Jazzmaster feel, this Fender American Vintage II 1966 Jazzmaster in Dakota Red scratches the itch in a big way. It nails the offset vibe that pulls you toward surf runs, shoegaze swells, and jangly indie rhythms the second you plug in.

The Classic Jazzmaster Offset Experience

This is the shape that started a whole lane of guitar playing. The offset body hugs your torso when you are seated and hangs just right on a strap, so the guitar almost disappears and you can focus on the part in your head instead of wrestling the instrument.

The Dakota Red finish gives it that bold, stage ready presence that still looks timeless and classy. It is the kind of color that photographs beautifully and somehow feels even better under lights.

Chime, Bloom, And Grit

Jazzmasters live in a sweet spot between glassy and growling, and this American Vintage II is built to live there all night. Clean, it has that wide, piano like clarity that loves big open chords and lush reverb.

Push an amp or a favorite fuzz and the guitar responds with a throaty midrange and enough cut to stay present without getting harsh. Roll your volume back a touch and it settles into a warm, articulate rhythm sound that engineers and bandmates appreciate.

Player Focused Feel

Here is the lowdown: great tone is useless if the guitar fights you. This Jazzmaster has that broken in feel that makes long sets and late night sessions feel easy on your hands, shoulders, and back.

The response encourages all the little moves that make offsets so expressive, from gentle vibrato to behind the bridge textures and subtle volume swells. It feels like an instrument that wants to collaborate instead of argue.

Ready For The Real World

American Vintage II instruments are built for players who actually gig and record, not just hang guitars on a wall. The details are dialed so you can trust tuning stability, intonation, and consistency night after night.

This particular Jazzmaster is in our Evansville, Indiana shop right now, fully inspected and set up by our techs. Tell us how you like your action and strings and we will make sure it shows up ready to go straight into rehearsal, session, or stage.

Questions about this guitar or how it compares to other offsets and Fenders on our wall? Call 888-794-8482 and talk to a real player on our team.

Anatomy of a Tone Machine

Anatomy of a Tone Machine

Perfect for: Surf & Instrumental Rock • Shoegaze & Dream Pop • Indie & Alt Rock • Ambient & Experimental • Garage & Post-Punk

Tone

  • Wide, airy cleans that stay glassy without getting harsh
  • Neck tones that bloom for chords, leads, and lush reverbs
  • Bridge bite that adds grit and cut when you lean in
  • Responds to picking dynamics and volume changes like a living thing

Playing Feel

  • Offset body sits comfortably whether you hang it low or wear it higher
  • Balanced feel that keeps your shoulder and back happy all night
  • Slinkier response that makes chords, leads, and behind the bridge tricks feel natural
  • Lets you relax and focus on the song instead of fighting the guitar

Versatility

  • Feels as at home in surf sets as it does in indie clubs and studios
  • Takes pedals beautifully from subtle modulation to huge fuzz and delay
  • Creates spacious textures that stay defined in a busy mix
  • Covers main guitar duties or specialized ambient roles without breaking a sweat

Complete Technical Specs

Body Specs

TypeOffset Electric Guitar
ModelAmerican Vintage II 1966 Jazzmaster
ColorDakota Red
BrandFender

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The Lowdown

The Lowdown

We get it. Buying a guitar you haven’t played is a big decision. You need to know it’s going to feel right, sound right, and inspire you the second you open the case. We put together the questions we’d be asking if we were in your shoes—the real-world stuff that specs alone can’t answer. If there’s anything else you’re wondering about, just give us a call.

Strats and Teles are tight and direct. A Jazzmaster like this American Vintage II feels a little looser and more elastic under your hands, with a wider, airier tone. If you like chords that bloom and lines that ride on top of big reverbs and delays, this will open up sounds you simply do not get from the more traditional shapes.
Yes. The offset waist is designed to sit naturally against your body, whether you play mostly seated or on a strap. Most players who try a Jazzmaster for the first time are surprised by how quickly it disappears and just feels like home.
It shines for surf, shoegaze, indie rock, dream pop, ambient soundscapes, and anything that leans on expressive chords and textures. That said, it can handle classic rock, alternative, and even rootsy stuff if you like a chimey, slightly edgy voice. The real magic is how it keeps its character while still letting your hands and rig shape the final sound.
Of course. Every guitar gets our full Player-Perfect™ setup, but tell us your preferred string gauge and action at checkout, and we’ll dial it in exactly to your spec before it leaves the shop.
This guitar is covered by our 72-Hour Love-It Guarantee. If you’re not completely inspired by it, just let us know. We’ll make it right.
If you order before 3 PM CST on a weekday, it ships the same day. We’ll get it into your hands fast with free, insured 2-3 day shipping.
Call us at (888) 794-8482. You’ll talk to a real musician who can answer anything you need to know.
The Moore Guitars Difference

Player-Perfect™ Setups

Every guitar we sell is dialed in by seasoned musicians. We obsess over the details—perfect intonation, immaculate fretwork, and ideal action—so your guitar is ready to rip right out of the case. No exceptions.

Advice From Real Players

Call us and you get a fellow musician, not a script. We'll help you compare neck profiles, talk tone, and find the right guitar for you—even if it's not this one. Our reputation is built on honest conversation.

49+ Years Of Trust

Family-owned since 1976, we stand behind everything we sell. That's why we have a 72-Hour Love-It Guarantee. If you're not inspired, send it back on our dime for a full refund. Your satisfaction is our legacy.

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