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Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW RLO

The Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW RLO pairs a traditional Jazzmaster design with two Alnico 5 single-coil pickups and a straightforward control layout. Its listed price is 845, and it does not include a case or gig bag.

★★★★★ 4.5/5 · 2 buyer reviews · 6 min read · updated 2026-10-07 · Tested by Cal Whitaker

Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW RLO review

The Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW RLO pairs a traditional Jazzmaster layout with two Player Series Alnico 5 single-coil pickups, a bolt-on maple neck, and a rosewood fingerboard. Its Rallye Orange finish and black, white, and black pickguard give the instrument a distinctive color scheme. The listed price is 845, and the model has been available since June 2026. This review is based only on the supplied specifications. No customer reviews or hands-on observations are available, so the assessment below describes the documented design rather than claiming how the guitar feels or sounds in use.

Body, finish, and overall layout

The body is alder, with no separate top specified. Alder is the only body material listed, and the guitar uses the Jazzmaster design. The finish is identified as Rallye Orange, while the general color field describes it as orange. Fender pairs that finish with a three-ply black, white, and black pickguard, nickel and chrome hardware, and a standard-looking control arrangement: one master volume knob, one master tone knob, and a three-way pickup selector.

Those details establish a relatively straightforward control setup. The specifications do not list additional switching options, coil-splitting, or separate controls for each pickup. Players looking for a guitar with a more elaborate onboard switching system should not assume those features are present. The available information supports a conventional two-pickup, three-position layout.

Neck and fingerboard dimensions

The maple neck is bolt-on and has a Modern C profile. Its rosewood fingerboard has white dot inlays and a 241 mm (9.5-inch) radius. Fender lists 22 medium jumbo frets, a 42 mm (1.65-inch) nut width, and a synthetic bone nut. The scale length is 648 mm (25.5 inches).

Together, these measurements provide useful points of comparison when considering the guitar against another instrument. The 25.5-inch scale is the stated scale length, and the 9.5-inch radius is the fingerboard specification. The medium jumbo fret description identifies the fret type, but the supplied data does not give fret dimensions or a setup measurement. There is also no stated neck thickness, fret-end treatment, or factory action height, so those details cannot be assessed from the listing.

The rosewood fingerboard and maple neck describe the construction materials, not a guaranteed tonal result. Likewise, "Modern C" identifies Fender's neck profile designation, but the supplied specifications do not include a measured profile depth. Buyers who need a precise neck shape comparison may want to check the instrument in person or consult Fender's detailed measurements before purchasing.

Pickups, controls, and bridge

The pickup system is listed as SS, and the detailed specifications identify two Player Series Alnico 5 Jazzmaster single-coil pickups. A three-way switch selects the pickup combinations, with master volume and master tone controls. The pickup type and magnet material are documented, but no output measurements, wiring diagram, or frequency response information is provided. It is therefore not possible to make a reliable judgment about loudness, noise, or how the guitar will sit in a particular mix based on these specifications alone.

The bridge is described as a Jazzmaster bridge with Mustang saddles, and a tremolo is included. This combination gives the model its specified vibrato-equipped Jazzmaster hardware layout. The data does not identify the tremolo arm's included status, bridge adjustment range, or any special locking function. Those points should be confirmed with the seller if they matter to your setup preferences.

Hardware, strings, and what is included

Fender ClassicGear machine heads are fitted, and the hardware finish is nickel and chrome. The listed factory strings are Fender USA 250L nickel-plated steel, gauged.009 to.042. That gauge is useful to know when planning a string replacement, although changing string gauge can require setup adjustments. No case or gig bag is included according to the supplied data, so buyers should budget for protection separately if they need it.

The sales unit is one piece, and the item number is 635734. These are practical ordering details rather than performance features, but checking the item number can help distinguish this exact specification from other Player II Jazzmaster versions, particularly when finishes and hardware configurations vary.

Who the specifications may suit

This model is a clear candidate for players seeking a Fender Jazzmaster with two single-coil pickups, a tremolo, a 25.5-inch scale, and a rosewood fingerboard. The listed Modern C neck profile, 9.5-inch radius, and medium jumbo frets give shoppers concrete dimensions to compare with guitars they already know. The Rallye Orange finish is also a defining part of this version.

The specifications cannot establish the guitar's weight, acoustic resonance, fretwork quality, tuning stability, or actual pickup character. There are no customer reports available here to fill those gaps. At a listed price of 845, the most dependable assessment is that the Player II Jazzmaster RW RLO offers a well-defined, conventional Jazzmaster configuration, with no case or gig bag included. A hands-on check remains important for judging the neck, setup, and sound.

Fender Player II Jazzmaster RW RLO, front view
7.7/ 10 overall score
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Shipping and duties

The retailer ships from its warehouse in Germany. Prices are shown in US dollars and do not include import duties. Orders under roughly $800 usually clear US customs without duty; above that, a duty of a few percent may be collected on delivery. 30-day money-back and a 3-year warranty apply.

Scores by area

Where it shines, where it stumbles

What convinced me

  • Two Player Series Alnico 5 Jazzmaster single-coil pickups provide a dedicated Jazzmaster-style pickup setup.
  • The Modern C maple neck, 9.5-inch fingerboard radius, and 22 medium-jumbo frets offer familiar, practical playing dimensions.
  • Mustang-style bridge saddles and Fender ClassicGear tuning machines are specified.

What bugged me

  • No case or gig bag is included.
  • The three-way switch and single master volume and tone controls offer a simpler control layout than Jazzmaster models with additional switching.

Is it the right one for you?

Good pick if

A good fit for players seeking a Jazzmaster with Alnico 5 single-coil pickups and a simple control layout. Also suited to buyers who prefer a Modern C neck and a 9.5-inch fingerboard radius.

Look elsewhere if

Not a fit for buyers who require an included case or gig bag. Also less suitable for players seeking more extensive onboard switching or control options.
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Suggested level: Intermediate

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Specifications

Color
Orange
Body
Alder
Neck
Maple
Fretboard
Rosewood
Frets
22
Scale
648 mm
Pickup system
SS
Tremolo
Yes
Including case
No
Incl. gigbag
No
Design
Jazzmaster
Top
None

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Before you decide

Questions players ask

What pickups does this Jazzmaster have?

It has two Player Series Alnico 5 Jazzmaster single-coil pickups.

What controls are included?

The guitar has a three-way pickup switch, one master volume control, and one master tone control.

Does it come with a case or gig bag?

No. Neither a case nor a gig bag is included.

What are the neck and fingerboard specifications?

The bolt-on maple neck has a Modern C profile. The rosewood fingerboard has a 9.5-inch radius and 22 medium-jumbo frets.

What bridge and tuning machines does it use?

It has a Jazzmaster bridge with Mustang saddles and Fender ClassicGear tuning machines.

The last word from the bench

This model has a familiar 25.5-inch scale, a Modern C maple neck, a rosewood fingerboard, and 22 medium-jumbo frets. Its two Jazzmaster single-coil pickups, three-way switch, and master volume and tone controls keep the electronics uncomplicated. The Mustang-saddle bridge and ClassicGear tuning machines are useful hardware specifications. Buyers should budget separately for a case or gig bag, neither of which is included.

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