Fender Jim Adkins Signature JA-90 Telecaster Thinline In White

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Description

Jimmy Eat World frontman Jim Adkins has relied on his signature Fender JA-90 Telecaster Thinline models for over a decade. With the core design and features remaining much the same in this time, different colour options have been made available – and the latest look is arguably the best so far!

Finished in a beautiful yet understated white finish, the Fender JA-90 model boasts a resonant and lightweight semi-hollow body fitted with punchy Seymour Duncan P-90 pickups.

Body & Neck

The Fender JA-90 Jim Adkins signature guitar is built around a gorgeous semi-hollow Ash body. Offering an airy sound with particular focus on the mid-range and highs, this body serves as the perfect host for the potent-sounding pickups.

Paired with a set Maple neck that enhances sustain, this material also adds some bright snappiness that gives notes plenty of immediacy and a fast response. Adorned with a smooth Laurel fingerboard, the Fender JA-90 also boasts a relatively short 24.75" scale length; making notes feel slightly easier to bend with the decreased string tension.

Seymour Duncan P-90 Pickups

Fender's Jim Adkins JA-90 Telecaster Thinline comes equipped with a set of genuine Seymour Duncan P-90 pickups, giving the instrument its powerful voice. With a SP90-3 Custom in the bridge position and a SP90-1N RWRP Vintage in the neck, this dynamic pairing is perfect for achieving the punky alt-rock tones that Adkins has pioneered through his highly-influential band.

Independent volume and tone controls for each pickup gives you ultimate control over your sound, with the 3-way pickup switch allowing you to isolate each P-90 or combine the two for a more balanced tonal character – great for cleans.

Specifications

Body

  • Body: Semi-Hollow Ash
  • Body Finish: Urethane
  • Body Shape: Telecaster

Neck

  • Neck Material: Maple
  • Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane
  • Neck Shape: Modern "C"
  • Scale Length: 24.75" (629 mm)
  • Fingerboard: Laurel
  • Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)
  • Number of Frets: 22
  • Frets Size: Medium Jumbo
  • String Nut: Synthetic Bone
  • Nut Width: 1.650" (42 mm)
  • Position Inlays: White Pearloid Dot
  • Truss Rods: Standard

Electronics

  • Bridge Pickup: Seymour Duncan SP90-3 Custom P-90
  • Neck Pickup: Seymour Duncan SP90-1N RWRP Vintage P-90
  • Controls: Volume 1. (Neck Pickup), Tone 1. (Neck Pickup), Volume 2. (Bridge Pickup), Tone 2. (Bridge Pickup)
  • Pickup Switching: 3-Position Toggle: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge And Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup
  • Pickup Configuration: SS

Hardware

  • Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Adjusto-Matic with Anchored-Tailpiece
  • Hardware Finish: Chrome
  • Tuning Machines: Standard Cast/Sealed
  • Pickguard: 3-Ply Black
  • Control Knobs: Skirted Amp Knobs
  • Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)

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Fender is one of the most influential names in music history, shaping the sound of modern electric guitar since the 1950s. Founded by Leo Fender, the brand introduced legendary models like the Stratocaster, Telecaster, and Precision Bass—each becoming an icon in its own right. Known for their bright, articulate tone and smooth playability, Fender instruments have been embraced by artists across every genre, from blues and rock to punk and pop. Their amps, such as the Twin Reverb and Deluxe Reverb, are equally celebrated for their rich, clean tones and natural warmth. Fender remains a symbol of innovation and authenticity, inspiring generations of musicians worldwide.

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Semi-hollow electric guitars combine elements of solid and hollow body designs, offering warmth and resonance alongside improved sustain and feedback control. Typically built with a centre block running through the body, they deliver an open, airy character while remaining stable at higher volumes. This balance makes them well suited to a wide range of styles, from jazz and blues to indie, rock, and alternative music. Semi-hollow guitars respond well to dynamics and touch, providing a versatile, expressive option for players who want depth without sacrificing control.

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They are closely associated with jazz, blues, and early rock and roll, where clean tones, dynamics, and natural resonance are valued. Hollow body guitars offer rich, rounded lows and smooth highs, but are more prone to feedback at high volumes, making them best suited to lower-gain and clean playing styles.

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