Montances Jazzmaster Pickups
Montances Jazzmaster Pickups
Airy, Dynamic & Articulate. Vintage Jazzmaster Tone.
Bring out the unique tonal character of your offset guitar with the Montances Jazzmaster Pickups. This hand-wound set captures the open, glassy highs and full-bodied low-end that Jazzmasters are known for, delivering authentic '60s-style clarity.
Built using Alnico V magnets, fiber flatwork, and cloth push-back wire, this set is ideal for clean textures, jangly rhythms, and ambient-driven tones. Whether you're chasing the vintage surf sound or a modern indie edge, these pickups provide the perfect platform for expressive, articulate playing.
Designed and handcrafted in the Philippines.
Key Features & Benefits
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Vintage-Inspired Voicing: – Delivers a wide, open tone with scooped mids and detailed, glassy highs. Ideal for clean tones, reverb-heavy textures, and fuzz pedals.
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Hand-Wound Craftsmanship: – Wound in small batches for enhanced harmonic content, a responsive feel, and true boutique-grade quality.
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Alnico V Magnets: – Provides a balanced, powerful response with tight lows, smooth highs, and excellent dynamic sensitivity.
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Calibrated Set: – The neck (7.4kΩ) and bridge (8.5kΩ) are wound for a perfect tonal balance, ensuring the bridge has enough punch to match the neck's fullness.
Technical Specifications
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Configuration: SS (Jazzmaster Set)
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Magnets: Alnico V
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Wiring: Vintage Cloth Push-Back
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Flatwork: Fiberboard
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Pole Piece Spacing: Standard Jazzmaster Spacing
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DC Resistance: Neck 7.4kΩ, Bridge 8.5kΩ (approx.)
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Style / Cover: White (Custom colors by request)
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Handcrafted: In the Philippines
Wiring & Setup Guide
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Wiring Color Code:
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White: Hot
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Black: Ground
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Recommended Setup:
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Pots: 1MegΩ
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Tone Capacitor: 0.033μF or 0.047μF
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(Note: 1MegΩ pots are crucial for the classic, bright Jazzmaster sound.)
Ideal For
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Indie, Surf, Post-Rock, and Experimental players
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Jazzmaster fans looking for vintage-correct sound
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Guitarists upgrading from generic or weak stock pickups
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Players who use clean tones, reverb, and fuzz
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Builders and modders working on offset-style guitars
Package Includes
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1x Montances Jazzmaster Pickup Set (Neck & Bridge)
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White Pickup Covers
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High-quality mounting screws and hardware
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Wiring diagram link: montancesguitarwiring.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Will these fit my Fender or Squier Jazzmaster?
A: Yes—these pickups are standard Jazzmaster size and will fit most pickguards and routing without modification.
Q: What do they sound like?
A: Expect wide, airy tones with sparkly highs, tight lows, and great note definition—excellent for ambient, surf, post-rock, indie, or alternative.
Q: Are they hum-canceling?
A: No. These are traditional, true-to-spec single-coil Jazzmaster pickups and will have some 60-cycle hum, which is part of their authentic tone and clarity.
Montances Custom Pickups — Where Boutique Tone Meets Filipino Craftsmanship
Trusted by professional players, builders, and tone chasers, every pickup is handcrafted with passion, precision, and artistry. We build boutique tone designed to inspire your playing.
Warranty & Support
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7-Day Replacement: For any factory defects.
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30-Day Satisfaction Exchange: Not the right tone? Swap it for another model.
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2-Year Limited Warranty: Covers repair and performance under normal use.
Montances Pickup Mastery
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Crafted for the Discerning Player: We use only the finest U.S.-grade materials. Montances pickups embody tone, precision, and artistry—crafted without compromise.
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Proprietary Winding Technique: Our signature process minimizes winding capacitance, resulting in extra tonal clarity and improved high-frequency response.
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Trusted by Masters: Leading Filipino guitarists and luthiers rely on Montances for exceptional tone and consistency.
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Where Science Meets Soul: Precision engineering combined with deep musical intuition brings our pickups to life.
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Your Experience, Elevated: We offer exceptional craftsmanship, personalized support, and perfection in every detail.