Troy Van Leeuwen Jazzmaster : Probably the best choice on the market for Jazzmaster

This review is for those who is really struggling with the choice of spending his hard-earned money for a guitar; on the first glance stunning super fashionable piece of gear; on the other hand - Mexico-built signature version of almost regular Jazzmaster.

So here is the truth, my friend:

This is the most incredible guitar you could possibly get on the market today. You can hunt on Ebay for years for nice-looking second-hand AVRI or built your own Japan-made beauty way replacing the pickups and electronics. I know what I'm talking about - I did it, not once.

Or you can go for this precious thing.

Let's start from the finish, look and overall craftsmanship - 10/10.

The Mexican factory is as good as Californian. The same people, the same procedures, the machines and tools. Do not be fooled by "patriots".

The sound:

Fastinating! Boy, what a killer thing it is. With dual circuit you can explore for hours. It takes time to understand and get used to this setup. But when you do, you are in guitar heaven.

Cons:

The factory setup was awful.

If I would pick this guitar from a hook in a shop, probably I would say that it is a piece of junk. And I would be wrong as hell.

Let's be honest - guitar is a personal thing, so be prepared for a need of adjustments here and there.

It took me a hour or two to lower down the action and correct the bridge. As soon as I finished, I was shocked - this is the best guitar man can buy today.

Overall:

10+/10

Look, playability, sound, versatility. Everything is in its right place.