The Eternal Timeless ’59 JM-Style Pickup Set recreates the distinctive voice of the earliest Jazzmaster® pickups from the late 1950s — delivering the wide, piano-like lows, shimmering highs and expansive dynamic range that defined Fender’s groundbreaking offset design.
Unlike narrower Strat®-style pickups, the original Jazzmaster used a wide, shallow coil architecture, producing a broader magnetic field and a naturally open, hi-fi character. The result is a pickup with remarkable clarity, depth and harmonic richness.
From surf shimmer and jangly indie cleans to warm jazz textures and expressive overdrive, the "Timeless ’59 JM" set captures the unmistakable voice that made the Jazzmaster one of the most unique electric guitar designs ever created.
Vintage Construction - True to 1959
Every Timeless ’59 JM pickup is built using materials and construction methods associated with the earliest offset guitars.
Hand scatter-wound coils use 42 AWG Plain Enamel wire, producing the open, harmonically complex tone associated with late-’50s pickups.
The traditional wide flat coil design remains faithful to the original architecture, delivering the deep low end and clear, airy highs that distinguish Jazzmaster pickups from other Fender designs.
Flush-top Alnico 5 rod magnets provide strong string definition and balanced output across all six strings.
The result is a beautifully articulate pickup set with exceptional dynamic sensitivity and vintage authenticity.
Wide, Open and Expressive
The Timeless ’59 JM set delivers the expansive frequency response that made the Jazzmaster famous.
The neck pickup offers deep, piano-like lows with shimmering highs and remarkable clarity.
The bridge pickup provides the classic offset bite - bright, articulate and perfectly suited to surf rhythms, jangly chord work and expressive lead playing.
Together, the pair produce the famous wide, open “hi-fi” tone that sits beautifully in a mix while retaining excellent note separation and touch sensitivity.
Vintage Polarity
The Timeless ’59 JM pickups can be supplied in vintage orientation, where both pickups share the same magnetic polarity and winding direction - just like many original late-1950s examples.
Each pickup therefore behaves as a true single coil, preserving the lively, open character and subtle harmonic texture that define classic Jazzmaster pickups.
Optional Hum-Cancelling Configuration
For players who prefer modern noise reduction, the Timeless ’59 JM set can also be supplied with reverse-wound / reverse-polarity (RWRP) pairing.
In this configuration:
• each pickup functions as a traditional single coil
• when both pickups are used together, electrical hum is cancelled
This option is ideal for modern stage environments while preserving the tonal character of the set.
Key Features
Vintage-Inspired JM-Style Design
Faithful recreation of late-1950s offset pickup architecture.
Traditional Wide-Coil Construction
Produces the expansive frequency response unique to Jazzmaster pickups.
Plain Enamel Coil Wire
Delivers vintage clarity, harmonic richness and dynamic sensitivity.
Hand Scatter-Wound Coils
Enhance organic tone and touch response.
Flush-Top Alnico 5 Magnets
Provide strong note definition and balanced string response.
Vintage Cloth Push-Back Leads
Authentic wiring and easy installation.
Aged or Unaged Options
Choose a pristine appearance or subtle vintage patina.
Tonal Profile
Lows
Deep, piano-like and full.
Mids
Open, airy and beautifully balanced.
Highs
Sparkling, detailed and smooth.
Overall
Wide, dynamic and expressive - the unmistakable voice of a great late-’50s offset guitar.
Specifications
Neck Pickup
~7.6kΩ DC Resistance
Bridge Pickup
~8.2kΩ DC Resistance
Magnets
Flush-top Alnico 5 rod magnets
Wire
42 AWG Plain Enamel
Construction
Traditional wide-coil JM-style single-coil design
Polarity (Vintage Spec)
Same magnetic polarity and winding direction
Optional Configuration
Reverse-wound / reverse-polarity pairing for hum cancellation when both pickups are used together
Lead Wires
Vintage cloth push-back
Potting
Light wax potting
The Original Offset Voice
The Eternal Timeless ’59 JM-Style Pickup Set faithfully recreates the sound that launched the Jazzmaster - delivering the shimmering highs, deep lows and expansive dynamic range that made the design so revolutionary.
Hand-wound with obsessive attention to vintage detail, it captures the true character of the earliest offset pickups for players who want the authentic sound of the era.
Trademark Notice
Fender®, Telecaster®, Stratocaster®, Jazzmaster®, Precision Bass® and Jazz Bass® are registered trademarks of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation.
These trademarks are used solely to describe compatibility or historical reference. Eternal Guitars is not affiliated with or endorsed by Fender Musical Instruments Corporation.
