STERLING BY MUSIC MAN Jv60C Natural
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A Signature Designed to Combine the Spirit of a Tele and the Warmth of a Semi-Hollow
Designed around James Valentine's requirements, the JV60C-NT aims for a rarely achieved balance: a dynamic, articulate response in the bridge position, and a warmer, more enveloping tone in the neck position, while maintaining volume consistency across all positions. The "chambered" (hollowed body) concept provides a livelier response and a pronounced acoustic feel, positioning this Sterling by Music Man as a modern, high-performance, musician-oriented signature model.
Who Is It For, and What Styles?
The JV60C-NT is aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a versatile electric guitar capable of covering multiple genres without compromise. It excels in pop, rock, funk, and jazz, offering excellent chord clarity and a power reserve thanks to the boost. Its 5-position selector covers a wide range of textures, from crisp rhythm parts to thicker sounds for leads.
Sound Characteristics
Swamp ash delivers a clear attack, firm lows, and well-defined highs, while the chambered semi-hollow construction adds airiness to the sound, a sense of resonance, and a more "breathing" sustain. The two humbucking pickups provide a powerful and quiet tonal foundation with rich harmonic density. The active electronics and 12 dB boost expand the palette: you can go from a precise, controlled sound to a more aggressive push, perfect for solos, bigger choruses, or extra gain without a pedal.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
This guitar comes factory-equipped with Ernie Ball Regular Slinky strings, so you can keep an equivalent gauge to maintain the original feel and balance. For transport, choose a case or gig bag suited to the size of a 6-string electric guitar; if you're unsure between models, check internal dimensions before purchasing.
Technical specifications
| Category | Electric 6-string |
| Nbr of strings | 6 |
| Neck | Roasted maple |
| Radius | 240 mm |
| Nut Width | 42 mm |
| Fingerboard | Roasted maple |
| Marker | Point |
| Nbrs of frets | 22 |
| Scale (mm) | 648 mm |
| Tuning pegs | Lockings |
| Original Strings | Ernie Ball Regular Slinky (réf : CEB 2221) |
| Body | Marsh ash with resonance chamber and f-sounding hole |
| Types of frets | Thin |
| Bridge / tailpiece | Sterling |
| Nbre of pickups | 2 |
| Neck Pickup | Sterling humbucker |
| Bridge pickup | Sterling humbucker |
| Electronics | Active |
| Selector | 5-position |
| Settings | 1 x Push / Push Volume Boost + 1 x Tone |
| Color | Natural |
| Colours | Bois naturel |
| Finishing | Gloss varnish |
| Hardware | Chromed |
| Color / Finish | natural wood / natural |
| Finish | glossy lacquer |
| Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm |
| Number of frets | 22 |
| Fret type | narrow |
| Inlays | dot |
| Bridge/tailpiece | Sterling |
| Tuners | locking |
| Number of pickups | 2 |
| Selector switch | 5-position |
| Controls | 1 x Push/Push Volume Boost + 1 x tone |
| Number of strings | 6 |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Sterling by Music Man JV60C Natural suitable for rock and funk?
This model is designed for intermediate to advanced guitarists and covers pop, rock, funk, and jazz styles. Its two humbucker pickups and 5-position selector provide textures ranging from tight rhythm tones to thicker sounds.
What effect does the chambered body with f-hole have?
The swamp ash body features a resonance chamber and an f-hole. This construction adds a more present acoustic response and a more breathable sustain, while the swamp ash maintains a crisp attack. The lows stay firm and the highs well-defined.
Is the built-in boost usable for solos?
A 12 dB volume boost is accessible via the Push/Push switch to raise the level for a solo or chorus without adding a pedal.
What strings come installed from the factory?
The original setup uses Ernie Ball Regular Slinky strings, reference CEB 2221. A matching gauge keeps the intended feel and balance.
Is the JV60C neck suitable for precise adjustments?
The neck and fretboard are made of roasted maple, with a 648 mm scale length and a 240 mm radius. The 22 narrow frets, 42 mm nut, and locking tuners create a setup focused on precise playability and improved tuning stability.
