Is the Squier Contemporary Active Jazzmaster HH worth it?

For rock and metal players on a budget, yes. You get active humbuckers, a roasted maple neck and a Jazzmaster body for $249.00 at Empire Guitars as of November 4, 2026. Players who want vintage cleans or a tremolo should look elsewhere.

Does it need a battery?

Yes. The active humbuckers run on a 9V battery, usually in a rear cavity. Unplug the cable when you are done to save battery life.

How does it compare to the Classic Vibe Jazzmaster?

The Classic Vibe has single-coil pickups and a tremolo for vintage tones. The Contemporary Active HH has two active humbuckers and a fixed bridge for heavier, louder music.

What is the scale length and nut width?

It has a 25.5-inch scale length and a 1.650-inch (42 mm) graphite nut. That is a standard Fender feel.

What colors does it come in?

It is listed in Sunset Metallic and Shell Pink Pearl. Both have a gloss polyurethane finish.

The best new price seen is $249.00 at Empire Guitars as of November 4, 2026. Check the price history before buying, since only three stores list it new.

Squier Contemporary Active Jazzmaster HH Electric Guitar

Q: Where is the Squier Contemporary Active Jazzmaster HH Electric Guitar cheapest?

At Empire Guitars, for $249.00, as of our latest check.

Q: Where can I buy the Squier Contemporary Active Jazzmaster HH Electric Guitar?

3 stores we checked sell it, including Empire Guitars, Grayson's Tunetown, gear4music.com.

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Our take on the Squier Contemporary Active Jazzmaster HH Electric Guitar

The Squier Contemporary Active Jazzmaster HH is a solid poplar Jazzmaster with two active humbuckers, a roasted maple neck and a 25.5-inch scale. It is built for players who want high-output rock and metal tones from a Fender-shaped body at a low price. The graphite nut and 42 mm width give it a familiar feel. Its best new price is $249.00 at Empire Guitars as of November 4, 2026, with three stores listing it new.