I'm surprised to see that there isn't already a thread for these models. They are priced as "entry level" models & although they are only Jags & Jazzmasters in shape I think they fill a distinct niche in Fender's product range. I tried one of the Chinese built Modern player Jaguars a couple of months ago, which refuelled my GAS for a P90 equipped guitar and I just happened to find a used (MIM) Blacktop Jaguar 90 in good condition in a local guitar shop recently. I'm loving it ! it really fills that gap between a Strat & a Les Paul or PRS beautifully. There is still enough "twang" on a clean amp to tell it's a single coil design, but it's a much fuller sound than my Strats. Add a bit of crunch and it's straight into Les Paul Special territory. For the money, this is a seriously good guitar !
Has anyone any experience of the HB equipped blacktops?
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