It's a great guitar! I owned one for a while and have considered buying another one. I really love the twang of those P90s! By the same token, there are some great guitars out there now in the same price range or even less. It's just a matter of finding what works for you. I would say the new Epiphone Inspired by Gibson LP Special is as good as the Mascis, and perhaps better for some people. Same for the P90 equipped SG. A CV tele or strat is also a great guitar for some.
The JMJM has a very unique tone, and is much more in line with a P90 equipped guitar than a true Jazzmaster. But, again, it sounds great. There can be issues with rattling in the bridge, but with some effort you can fix that.
Overall, it's a very nice guitar with a fabulous neck. There are others that are just as good though, so I can't say it's the absolute best for the price, but it would certainly be a contender.
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