Rigs / J Mascis
J Mascis rig: guitars, amps and pedals
The documented gear of J Mascis (Dinosaur Jr.), grouped into gear families. Last verified 2026-09-30.
Build a rig around J MascisThe rig
- Offset (Jazzmaster / Jaguar)Fender 1963 Jazzmaster / Squier J Mascis Jazzmaster Custom / signature
- Telecaster-styleFender '58 Telecaster / J Mascis Thinline Custom / signature
- Les Paul-styleGibson Les Paul Junior
- VoxVox AC15
- Big clean (Fender / JC-120)Fender Tweed Deluxe / Victoria Tweed Twin
- Marshall / BritishMarshall Super PA (Plexi)
- DistortionZ.Vex Double Rock
- Big MuffEHX 'Ram's Head' Big Muff Pi
- DelayMXR Carbon Copy
FAQ
What guitar does J Mascis play?
According to Equipboard, J Mascis of Dinosaur Jr. has used: Fender 1963 Jazzmaster, Squier J Mascis Jazzmaster, Fender '58 Telecaster, J Mascis Thinline and Gibson Les Paul Junior.
What amp does J Mascis use?
J Mascis's documented amps include Vox AC15, Fender Tweed Deluxe, Victoria Tweed Twin and Marshall Super PA (Plexi).
What pedals does J Mascis use?
J Mascis's documented pedals and effects include Z.Vex Double Rock, EHX 'Ram's Head' Big Muff Pi and MXR Carbon Copy.
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