Don't be racist. Be like the panda. They're black, white, and Asian.

Jazz has appeared as many toys. All of them cool.

Toys

The Transformers

At least he doesn't like music as much asBlaster.

• Jazz (Autobot Car,1984 /1985)

• Takara ID number:06
• Accessories: "Photon rifle", missile launcher, 3 missiles
• Known designers:Kōjin Ōno (TakaraTomy),Jeffrey Mangiat (packaging artist)

Originally a pre-TransformersDiaclone Porsche 935 race car,The Transformers Jazz was part of the original assortment of Autobots released in 1984. He transforms into a Martini Racing Porsche 935/76, specifically the Martini-sponsored 935 which won the first circuit of the1976 World Championship for Makes, the Mugello Circuit. Like other Autobots who sported similar "sponsor" decals, however, Jazz's stickers deliberately misspell his sponsor as "Martinii". Inrobot mode, he is armed with a silverphoton rifle and a shoulder-mounted, spring-loaded rocket launcher that can fire three silver missiles. Like all his 1984 brethren, Jazz gained a heat-activatedrubsign in 1985, added to the right-hand side of his hood.

The packaging for theMilton Bradley release of Jazz in Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Spain sported an additional "Porsche" remark after his name. The significance of this is still unknown at this point.

In an undocumented feature, unpegging the hands from the shoulders in vehicle mode gives the figure working steering.

This mold was also used to make (the originally Japanese-exclusive)Stepper, later renamed Ricochet for Hasbro's reissue.

• Patent info, price guide, and further reading on Jazz at Transformerland.com
• More information on Jazz at TFU.info

HOT RALSTON

• Jazz (Autobot Car, 1985)

• Accessories: "Photon rifle", missile launcher, 3 missiles

In 1985, Jazz was also made available as a giveawayexclusive through aCookie Crisp cereal contest. This edition of the figure features modifiedstickers that lack all "Martinii" and "Porsche" detailing: the factory-applied door stickers (which were simply placed directly on top of the normal door stickers!) and the customer-applied stickers on the windscreen, spoiler top and sides. He came with his normalinstructions and a copy of his box-back bio (minus the "Tech Spec" part) as a glossy-paper mini-card, printed in black and white.

Per the contest rules, as many as 25,000 of these figures may have been given away.

In a just world, Jazz's Pretender shell would look like Richard Roundtree.

• Jazz (Classic Pretender,1989)

• Accessories: 2-piecePretender shell, helmet, "laser", rifle
• Known designers:Masakatsu Saito (concept artist),Richard Marcej (packaging)

Released in the sixth year of the line,Classic Pretender Jazz is a highly simplified version of his original toy, still transforming into a Porsche 935 Turbo. He is armed with a black gun (named only a "laser" in his instructions, but identified as a "photon rifle" in hisTech Specs), which can mount on his roof in vehicle mode.

Jazz's two-piece Pretender shell resembles a human in a blue and white armored space suit with a removable helmet. The shell is armed with a large black rifle (given the dramatic identifier of a "semi-automaticion pulse gun", according to his Tech Specs), and when Jazz is stored inside, it can also hold the smaller robot's photon rifle, thanks to the weapon's multi-width peg.

• More information on Classic Pretender Jazz at TFU.info

• Jazz (Legend, 1989)

• Accessories: "Laser"

Availableexclusively at AmericanKmart stores, theLegends version of Jazz is simply the inner robot of the Classic Pretender toy without the shell or its accessories, leaving him only a small handgun... however, it happens to beBumblebee'slaser pistol. (Legends Bumblebee has Pretender Jazz's gun.)

The Legends toys were the first store-exclusiveTransformers toys in Hasbro's markets, and on top of that were theonly ones for a long, long time.

• Hero Set (Multi-pack, 1989)

• Accessories: "Laser"

In Japan, Legends Jazz was only available in a boxed "Hero Set" with the Legends versions ofBumblebee,Grimlock andStarscream. There is a frequent error in this set where the factory-applied sticker on the car hood is applied upside down. Aside from that (potential) difference, the toy is otherwise identical to the Hasbro release.

In Italy,GiG released their own version of the Hero Set, named "Set Commandos", instead of the Classic Pretender versions of the toys. Here, Jazz was named "Folgore", originally the Italian name ofHot Rod. The "Set Commandos" toys were identical to the Japanese "Hero Set" versions, including the two sticker variations.

Now he can shred the streets on his board.

• Jazz w/ Turbo Board (Action Master,1990)

• Italian name:Bionic
• Accessories: "Electromagnetizer gun", "Turbo Board"
• Known designers:Masakatsu Saito (concept artist)

Part of the first assortment of individually-cardedAction Master figures in the toyline's seventh and final year (in the US at least), Jazz in a non-transforming 3¾-inch action figure, with a sculpt was based upon his cartoon model, but with some of the toy details added in. His construction is broadly similar to that used by theG.I. Joe figures of the time, having a swivel neck, shoulders and knees, plus ball-jointed hips attached via a steel rod internally secured by a rubber "o-ring". His hands have standard 3 mm holes which allow him to hold any other accessory in the Action Master line, plus his feet have holes in the bottom to secure him to larger vehicles. On top of that, the hole in his back is compatible with5 mm posts.

He comes with theTurbo Board mini-vehicle, a rocket-powered skateboard he can ride thanks to the aforemenetioned foot-holes. The board also converts into a colossal cannon he can carry, which can also be augmented by adding Jazz's "electromagnetizer gun".

There are reportedly several minor variations of this figure, all regarding the color of his headlights. Some have them unpainted, while others are light blue or greenish-blue.

• More information on Action Master Jazz at TFU.info

• Classic Jazz (1990)

• Accessories: "Photon rifle", missile launcher, 3 missiles

Jazz was reissued in Europe and Australia in 1990 as part of theClassics line. This version ismostly identical to the original toy, but it uses the Cookie Crisp edition's factory-applied door stickers that lack the "Martinii" logos. The customer-applied stickers are the same as the original release, and thus did include the "Martinii Porsche" decals for the windshield and rear spoiler.

Generation 2

• Jazz (Autobot Car,1992)

• Accessories: Rifle, missile launcher, 2 missiles

Part of the very first assortment ofGeneration 2 product released just in time for the 1992 holiday season, this release of Jazz is a slightretool and (literal)repaint of the original toy. The chrome feet have been narrowed, omitting two tabs. His face (apparently degraded frommold usage) now has a strange unintentional smirk. His roof has been retooled with a small hole to accommodate his new bright green, spring-loaded missile launcher. All of his "Martinii" stickers have been replaced with various new stickers depicting his name and the number "1" laid over a rainbow-colored musical note.

This tooling of the mold became the basis for future reissues of Jazz, minus the roof hole retooling but retaining his unintentional smirk.

The missile launcher was not created for theGeneration 2 line, but is a new tooling based on the launcher that came with 1991G.I. JoeSnow Serpent figure. The same launcher was used in theGeneration 2 re-releases ofSideswipe andOnslaught.

• More information on Generation 2 Jazz at TFU.info

He's ready tosmash Decepticons like he jams on his guitar! (Maybe-final production sample shown. Good luck ever seeing one of these not carded.)

• Jazz (Laser Cycle,1995)

Aredeco of theLaser CycleRoad Rocket was planned as Jazz, but like many other planned late-1995Generation 2 redecos, ultimately never saw release. Interestingly, many of these — including Jazz and fellow Laser Cycle redecoSoundwave —were solicited in various store catalogues, such as the Sears Wish Book. Some packaged samples of this toy do exist, but there are estimated to be fewer than a dozen in existence (and if that's a dozen of each of the two, or a dozenaltogether is... unclear).

(Painted prototypes pictured)

Jazz would have transformed from a white, yellow, and green Yamaha GTS1000 motorcycle, with an LED-lit arm-mounted buzzsaw that formed part of his rear wheel assembly in cycle mode. While the hand-painted prototypes pictured on the cardback cross-sell show the toys with silver chromed parts, all of the carded samples have plain silver plastic there instead. Curiously, the carded samples also lack any mention of the "Real Action Pop-Ups 3-D Transformer Trading Card" that came with the original Laser Cycles; there's a spot for one (and the instructions) in the bubble, but no card and no callout, raising the question of just how final these carded samples actually are.

This mold was laterretooled to make theMicroman:LED Powers toysMach Speeder andHyper Speeder; the retooled mold was then used to make2001Robots in DisguiseSideways andRobotmastersRoad Rocket.

Nearly 20 years later, this figure inspired theLegacy: Evolution characterLaser Cycle.

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Spicy Dorito Jazz (Concept/packaging art shown in lieu of any physical model)

• Jazz? (1995?)

• Accessories: Presumably rifle, missile launcher, 2 missiles

Packaging art for an orange redeco of the original Jazz toy has surfaced, and was eventually published in the2014 hardcover bookLegacy: The Art of Transformers Packaging. Said art revealed it would have had some kind of abstract sunshine decals on the vehicle mode doors.

Though documentation is (currently) sparse, it seems most likely that this was a concept for 1995 product, as multiple other similar pieces of art have surfaced for similar concepts, and the assortment numbers on those indicate mid-1995 toys. However, it's also likely that these toys were killed very early in the development of 1995 product, as Hasbro was trying to shift the lineaway from looking too much like the old line by that point. It could theoretically have been intended as a new character, as some otherdiscoveredGeneration 2 concepts were, butthe art for a probable-wavemateMirage with a similar garish deco is still labeled as "Mirage", so... most likely Jazz again. Unlike some of the concepts in this art batch, no physical prototype of this Jazz has ever surfaced.

This deco would, decades later, get used for theLegacy: EvolutionWalmart-exclusiveToxitron Collection "G2 Universe Jazz" toy. In fact, when spotlighting that figure behind the sceneson Instagram, designerMark Maher would show theLegacy book page of orange Jazz's G2 art.

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The Transformers Collection

• Meister (Transformers Collection,July 20,2002)
  • ID number:1
  • Accessories: photon rifle, missile launcher, 3 missiles

• Known designers:Pat Lee (packaging artist)

Jazz was the first entry in Takara'sThe Transformers Collection series of reissues, featuring collectible "book-box" packaging. The figure uses the retooled version of the Jazz mold used inGeneration 2, with narrower feet, though the peg-hole in his roof has been removed. Continued degradation of the mold in the intervening years led to further problems with the toy: in addition to the overall looseness of its joints, the toy's face is further deteriorated from theGeneration 2 use of the mold, now displaying a gape-mouthed smirk (see inset in picture), and its roof and rear windows no longer align perfectly.

In addition to these unfortunate, unintentional changes from the original, some intentional changes were made to the figure's stickers. The original toy's "Martinii" sponsor decals on his hood and door are modified to instead display his Japanese name, "Meister", while the "Martinii Porsche" decal across the top of his windshield now reads "Agent Meister".

A second production run of this figure replaced the original toolings for the weapons with the modified versions that came with Hasbro'sCommemorative Series reissue (seebelow).

Collector's Edition

Bling bling~!!!

• Meister Gold Version (Cyebrtron, 2002)

• ID number:06
• Accessories: photon rifle, missile launcher, 3 missiles

ACollector's Editione-HOBBYexclusive, this version of the original Jazz toy is almost entirely covered in vacuum-metalized gold. Fingerprints and chipping, ahoy! This toy's coloration re-creates the "Gold Porsche"Lucky Draw figure available in limited numbers during the preTransformers TakaraDiaclone toyline. That said, the original e-HOBBY listing noted its resemblance to theelectrum-coated characters in the episode "The Golden Lagoon"^[1] (despite Jazz appearing only briefly in that episode, with no speaking lines).

Unfortunately, it uses the degraded mold of theTransformers Collection figure.

This toy was only available in a set with the "Anime Version" redeco ofBluestreak, shipping in July of 2002. Both figures came in the generic red Autobot packaging shared by nearly all e-HOBBY Autobot figures.

• More information on Meister Gold Version at TFU.info

Commemorative Series

• Autobot Jazz (Commemorative Series III,2003)
  • Accessories: photon rifle, missile launcher, 3 missiles

• Known designers:Pat Lee (packaging artist)

Hasbro's own reissue of the 1984 Jazz as part of theGeneration One Commemorative Series, now named "Autobot Jazz" fortrademark reasons, is based on Takara'sTransformers Collection version, retaining the ugly smirk and the "Agent Meister" stickers. The alignment problem with the roof and the rear windows has been fixed.

The weapons have been heavilyretooledfor safety reasons: The chrome finish is missing, the missiles have been elongated and can only be inserted one way, the nub on the back of the launcher has also been elongated, the launcher barrel can come off the mount, and the trigger has been altered as well.

• More information on Commemorative Series Jazz at TFU.info

Universe (2003)

Well, he still can't see his toes, so that part's accurate...

• Autobot Jazz (Spy Changer,2004-2005)

• Accessories: Rifle

UniverseSpy Changer Jazz is a redeco of2001Robots in DisguiseSpychangerSide Burn, transforming into a 1:64-scaleDodge Viper with Jazz's classic white Martini Racing colour scheme and livery, viastickers. Like allGo-Bots molds, he features high-speed axles and can roll very well across smooth surfaces, but lacks the weight to propel him quickly. His rifle is stored between his legs, acting as a tailpipe in vehicle mode.

This toy was originally exclusively available atKB Toys stores in 2004, in genericTransformers packaging with no additional sub-line header. The same toy was later re-released in packaging in 2005, now available from discount chains such as Dollar General and Family Dollar. Jazz was one of three figures released again as part of a second wave of theUniverse-branded line-up, with several alterations to the packaging such as a differentcross-sell on the back, a different "Hasbro" logo, and even a differentfunction (wave 1 Jazz is a "special operations expert", whereas wave 2 Jazz is a "special ops agent").

This mold was originally intended for release inGeneration 2 as anunspecified character.

• More information on Universe Jazz at TFU.info

Smallest Transforming Transformers

Tiny Jazz

• Meister (2004)

Smallest Transforming Transformers Jazz is a tiny replica of the original Jazz toy. His wheels do not roll, and he has a simplifiedtransformation scheme with considerably more restricted articulation.

• More information on Smallest Transforming Jazz at TFU.info

Alternators

Zoom zoom zoom!
Ya! zoomzoomzoom.

• Mazda RX-8 Meister (Alternator, 2004/2006)

• Alternators ID number:7
• Binaltech ID number:BT-08
• Binaltech release date:September 30, 2004
• Accessories: Muffler-blaster
• Known designers:Mark McCall (Hasbro),Hironori Kobayashi (TakaraTomy),Masakatsu Saito (concept artist),Alex Milne (packaging art, original release),Marcelo Matere (packaging artist, rerelease)

For theAlternators line, "Meister" (the Hasbro release uses the Japanese-market name as well for a change) was given a newalternate mode, namely a highly accurate,licensed 1:24scale whiteMazda RX-8. He features an opening hood with engine, opening "suicide" doors and an opening trunk, as well as a detailed interior with seats and a dashboard complete with steering wheel. His front wheels feature a working "steering" mechanism (which is not connected to the steering wheel, though), and all four wheels are equipped withrubber tires. In robot mode, Meister is sculpted to resemble both the original Generation 1 Jazz toy and the G1cartoon model. He is armed with a rifle that transforms from his muffler; the peg used to attach the muffler in vehicle mode actually plugs into the holes on his forearms near the elbow joints, allowing the blaster to be attached there.

Takara'sBinaltech version of this sculpt differs from Hasbro'sAlternators version by having his car shell partially constructed ofdie-cast metal, as well as having all the car body parts (including those made out of plastic) covered in paint and the side mirrorsvacuum metalized, while the steering wheel is made of hard plastic. By contrast, theAlternators version has the car shell made entirely out of plastic (in standard white compared to theBinaltech version's slightly more creamy shade), the side mirrors are unpainted, and the steering wheel is made of a rubber-y plastic. Furthermore, there are some tooling differences as well: LikeStreak/Silverstreak before, theBinaltech version's steering wheel is placed on the right side of the dashboard (like on a Japanese car), whereas it's located on the left side on theAlternators version (like on an American car). In addition, theBinaltech version's "steering" mechanism uses a magnet assembly to connect the steering axle to the front wheels (which are attached to the robot mode shoulders), whereas theAlternators version uses a plastic insertion point. TheBinaltech version also comes with a large Autobotinsignia sticker that can be applied to a real car.

This toy was redecoed into the simultaneously available "Velocity Red Mica Edition" (see below), and later retooled into a Mazdaspeed RX-8 asShockblast/Laserwave, theAutorooper, and later as Argent Meister (see below).

• Archive ofBinaltech Meister's bio and tech specs
• More information on Alternators Jazz at TFU.info

• Meister Velocity Red Mica Edition (Binaltech, 2004)

• ID number:BT-08
• Binaltech release date:September 30, 2004
• Accessories: Muffler-blaster

Simultaneous with his standard release,Binaltech Meister was also available in a red variant in its own unique packaging. The two figures shipped in cases together in an equal ratio. All of the regular version's white parts, both plastic and metal, are replaced with red, while the panels on the upper hips that are painted teal on the "white" version are painted silver. This version also includes the Autobot car sticker.

This toy was released concurrently with the "standard" white version of the figure, shipping in the same case, in an equal ratio. This figure's packaging is identical to the standard version (including images of the regular white toy on the back), save for a photograph on the front, and a label identifying it as the "Velocity Red Mica Edition".

Velocity Red Meister wasrepurposed as the separate characterZoom-Zoom by the officialBinaltech fiction.

• Archive ofBinaltech Meister's bio and tech specs
• More information on Velocity Red Meister/Zoom-Zoom at TFU.info

Jazz, or Vaporwave?

• MEISTER feat. MAZDA RX-8 ~MAYUKO IWASA Edition~ (Binaltech, 2004)

• ID number:BT-08
• Accessories: Muffler-blaster
• Known designers:Mayuko Iwasa (deco artist)

A one-of-a-kind pastel blue, pink, yellow, and indigo redeco of the Binaltech Meister toy, ~ Edition~ Meister was designed and autographed by Japanese "gravure idol"Mayuko Iwasa. Yahoo!Japan Auctions listed the figure for auction startingSeptember 19th 2004, with the auction ending onSeptember 26.^[2] However, they relisted the figure onOctober 8th 2004 (seemingly due to an issue arising between the original buyer and the charity, going by its feedback^[3]), and the auction finally finished onOctober 15, 2004.^[4] The winner of the auction also received a signed photograph of Iwasa.

All proceeds of the sale went to the Asian Children Orphaned by Traffic Accidents Support Association (ACTAS).^[5] In contrast to the placard in its public appearance at the "Binaltech BT-08 Meister / Mazda RX-8 Launch Event", the auction gave the designation of the toy as the "Original Coloring Transformer Binaltech BT-08 Meister feat. Mazda RX-8" (オリジナルカラーリングトランスフォーマー　バイナルテック　ＢＴ－０８　マイスターｆｅａｔ．マツダ　ＲＸ－８).

To date, ~ Edition~ Meister has never been seen in robot mode.

• More images of ~MAYUKO IWASA~ Edition Meister at Autobase Aichi

What's crackin'?

• Argent Meister (Binaltech,2008)

• ID number:BT-20
• Binaltech release date:June 28, 2008
• Accessories: Muffler-blaster

One of the first releases of the short-lived (and final) revival of theBinaltech line, this version of Meister utilizes the "Mazdaspeed Version II" retooled RX-8 body introduced withShockblast/Laserwave, but using the original Meister head and left hand, rather than Shockblast's arm cannon. It is touted as a "Movie Version", somewhat resembling the look of thelive-action movieJazz, due to its silver paint job. The name is a pun on his Japanese function, "Agent Meister", and the Latin-derived word "argent" for "silver".

Argent Meister was only released in Japan, with no directAlternators counterpart.

• Archive ofBinaltech Argent Meister's bio and tech specs

Encore

• Meister (Encore, Japan 2008)
  • ID number:08
  • Accessories: photon rifle, missile launcher, 3 missiles

Another Takara reissue of the original 1984/1985 Jazz/Meister toy, following the success of the2007 Movie.

For the most part, the tooling is identical to the second production run of the 2002Transformers Collection release, with the modified weapon from Hasbro'sCommemorative Series release. The face uses the fixed mouth originally made for theTransformers Collection/Commemorative SeriesStepper/Ricochet reissue from 2004. The feet are still the narrowedGeneration 2 version.

Other changes unique to this version include the replacement of many stickers (such as the Autobotinsignia on the hood/chest and the "Meister" decals on the doors) with tampographed versions, retooled shoulder mounted flame thrower aligned 90 degree from the axis but unlike the previous iterations, is quite difficult to maintain mounted, and acartoon-accurate painted blue visor.

Universe (2008)

Slightly less tiny Jazz.

• Autobot Jazz (Legends Class, 2008)

• Known designers:Bill Rawley (Hasbro)

Legends ClassUniverse Jazz, like the Legends ClassUniverseHound, emulates Jazz's original toy rather than a modern vehicle re-imagination. Due to the budgetry limitation of Legends Class toys, he features an altered transformation sequence and a limited number ofpaint operations, which leave several car windows unpainted.

• More information on Universe 2008 Jazz at TFU.info

Transformers (2010)

A Solstice with the 1984 robot mode and the 1989 rifle? Just gimme a skateboard and some nunchucks and I am the OMEGA JAZZ!

• Special Ops Jazz (Deluxe,2010/2011)
  • Accessories: "Blaster," two speakers

• Known designers:Tomoya Miyake (TakaraTomy),Andrew Scribner (deco artist)

Part of the fifth wave of2010Transformers Deluxe class toys, Special Ops Jazz transforms from robot into a "street rally" white sports car that looks like Jazz's original Porsche front-end wearingPontiac Solstice headlights for a hat. Jazz has deployable speakers in both robot and vehicle mode,^[6] and his rifle is an update of hisClassic Pretender weapon. The speakers can also combine with his rifle via clips to form a super rifle, or they can be used on any other clip-compatibleTransformers toy. A theme noticed in a few of the updated G1 Transformers is the backwards compatibility with the original character's weapons. Jazz is able to wield his G1 toy's shoulder rocket launcher on his neck though sadly both his original toy's photon rifle and his Pretender figure's weapon are incompatible with the toy. As part of the first wave of theReveal the Shield promotion, he sports arubsign.

This mold was later redecoed intoUnitedStepper,Timelines/Shattered GlassLongarm andStepper, and the mold's alternate head was used to makeTreadshot. It was also retooled to makeGenerationsWheelie andTimelinesKick-Over, and wasintended to be retooled intoGenerationsNightbeat, who ended up as a retool of anentirely different sculpt instead.

• More information on Reveal the Shield Jazz at TFU.info

United

People are willing to pay more money for their Jazz to be whiter. ... wait, that doesn't sound right...

• Autobot Jazz (January 29, 2011)
  • ID number:UN-12
  • Accessories: "Handgun", two speakers

Part of the second wave ofUnited toys, this redeco of Deluxe Class Special Ops Jazz is cast in brighter non-metallic glossy white plastic, uses darker blue and red paints, and has a painted grill, feet, shins, stomach, rear windows, taillights, and wheel rims. He also has an Autobot logo on the hood and no rubsign. Unlike the earlier variants of Special Ops Jazz,United Jazz's forearms are molded in white plastic. The toy's packaging names his combined speaker-gun a "sonic cannon mode".

Chronicle

• Meister (EZ Collection, 2011)

Chronicle EZ Collection Meister is... a redeco (repaint?) ofUniverseLegends Class Jazz. His visor is silver and features a slightly different Autobot sigil from the Hasbro release. Like otherChronicle Legends toys, he is sold in a blindpacked box.

Kre-O

Mama says "Spock you Out".

• Autobot Jazz (2011)
  • Set number:31146
  • Pieces:122
  • Kreons: Jazz, Race Driver
  • Accessories: pistol

TheKre-O Jazz set is based primarily on Generation 1 Jazz in deco, with a head sculpt heavily based onReveal the ShieldSpecial Ops Jazz's head, but withMovieJazz's silver coloration. He transforms into a generic sports car that doesn't really look like either of Jazz's alternate modes, with opening doors and a flip-up roof. Sadly, neither of these features is actually useful for inserting a driver (the gap left by opening the roof is too small, and the sides are blocked by unfortunately-placed horizontal bars), but at least the thought was there.

The included Jazz Kreon is based directly on hisGeneration 1 self, with his characteristic coloration and deco, and "door wings." He also comes with a generic light gray gun used by some of the other Kreons that can resemble Jazz'sphoton rifle if you squint hard enough. The "Race Driver" Kreon wears a red and light gray racing suit and helmet, and also has a light gray baseball cap so he doesn't have to wear his helmet all the time. How thoughtful!

This set shows signs of having been slightly redesigned late in production. Included among the pieces is a red seat which is not used in either mode; there is an obvious place where it "belongs" in the middle of the car's cabin, but it cannot actually fit there due to other parts interfering. (Interestingly enough,a certain other company's equivalent piecewill fit, thanks to its slightly different design.) Similarly, there is a black sticker with "vent" detailing which the builder is never instructed to apply anywhere, though according to stock photography, it is intended for Jazz's abdomen/pelvis section. Later releases of the set didn't include the seat, but still retained the unused sticker.

• More information on Kre-O Jazz at TFU.info

• Ultimate Vehicle Pack (2012)
  • Set number:A4583
  • Pieces:279
  • Kreons: Bluestreak, Sideswipe

Thisbucket contains unchanged versions of the Jazz (sans Kreons),Bumblebee andOptimus Prime sets, as well as theBluestreak andSideswipe Kreons.

• Kreon Figure Pack (2013)
  • Set number:A4642
  • Kreons: Bumblebee, Jazz, Mirage, Red Alert, Skywarp
  • Accessories: small pistol

A boxed set of five Kreons, withBumblebee,Red Alert,Mirage, Jazz, and a fifth "mystery" Kreon (actuallySkywarp). These toys are all identical to their prior releases.

As close to the Movieverse Kreon Jazz as we're ever going to get.

• Autobot Jazz (Custom Kreon,2014)
  • Set number:A7318
  • Pieces:43
  • Accessories: rack, twin cannons, sword, blaster, rifle, baton

Part of the second wave of custom Kreons, Jazz comes with a buildable rack to store his customizable parts. His torso, arms, waist and legs have a metal-flake sheen, plus histampographs are more detailed than the ones on his original figure. His "normal" helmet and pistol (originally aKlingon disruptor fromKre-OStar Trek) are chromed, plus he comes with transparent legs, torso and helmet. He also has a pair of extra arms (originally from theKre-O Battleship aliens), a buildable backpack, buildable rifle, baton, sword, and theWheeljack mini-wing backpack.

Though widely solicited, this wave of Custom Kreons ultimately never saw release outside of Chinese-market distribution circles andHasbro Toy Shop.

• Kreon Class of 1984 (Kreon figure set, 2014)
  • Set number:B0090
  • Voted: Most Rad
  • Accessories:Andorian blaster

This version of Jazz has adifferent set of toy-basedtampographs, giving him a more detailed face. His weapon comes from theKre-OStar Trek line.

He was only available in aSan Diego Comic-Con 2014exclusive pack of 30 Kreons dubbed the "Kreon Class of 1984". Remaining stock was to be sold atHasbro Toy Shop online, only therewas no remaining stock after the show.

• Army Jazz (Kreon Warrior,2015)
  • Collection:4
  • Accessories: Gatling gun, display stand

Part of the canceled fourth assortment of Kreon Warriors, Army Jazz has the Autobot done up as if he transformed into an old World-War-era automobile, though he keeps his "4" in the chest.

The Collection 4 Kreon Warriors were never released anywhere, but a complete (presumably unbagged) set eventually was found in China in 2023.

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• Ninja Jazz (Kreon Warrior,2015)
  • Collection:4
  • Accessories: 2 bladed nunchaku, display stand

Part of the canceled fourth assortment of Kreon Warriors, Ninja Jazz is a Kreon that re-envisions the Autobot warrior in ornate ninja armor, complete with hood. He also has a pair of ninja stars attached to his legs. He carries two nunchaku, which each have a half-moon blade attached to one end.

The Collection 4 Kreon Warriors were never released anywhere, but a complete (presumably unbagged) set eventually was found in China in 2023.

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Generations

We've gotten new toys of all the kinds of Jazz except the elusive "Utah" variant.

• Ultimate Gift Set (2012)
  • Accessories: blaster, two speakers

• Known designers:Andrew Franks,Sam Smith^[7] (Hasbro)

This release of Jazz comes in a colorful deco in the festive spirit of theGeneration 2release of the original Jazz toy. He comes packed with Deluxe ClassCombat Hero Optimus Prime, as well as unchanged releases ofGenerations Legends ClassThundercracker andMotorbreath.

His back-of-the-boxstock photography depicts his blaster as white, yet the final product casts it in black plastic.

The Ultimate Gift Set was exclusive to online retailers in the United States, but was available at general retail in Asia.

• More information on Ultimate Gift Set Jazz at TFU.info

(Hasbro Version Pictured)

(TakaraTomy Version Pictured)

• Autobot Jazz (Deluxe Class, 2012)
  • Series / Number:01 / #002
  • Accessories: blaster pistol

Part of the first wave of2012Generations Deluxe Class toys,Fall of Cybertron "Autobot Jazz" transforms into a Cybertronian racer. His blaster pistol has a3 mm hole running through it, and can mount via5 mm post onto his roof, forearms/rear vehicle side, and hands.

In robot mode, he features a case offaux parts: The centers of his feet are fake wheels (attached to the legs viaratchet joints) that are hidden in the rear section of his vehicle mode, while his real vehicle mode wheels end up on his forearms and on the sides of his chest (partially obscured by panels).

Arunning change variant of Jazz exists in the fourth wave, wherein his white plastic is darker and his translucent visor is cast in light blue instead of the previous extremely dark blue, allowing the light piping to work properly. TheTakaraTomy release features an extensive paint job, with his white plastic being coated in grayish off-white paint, along with numerous additional details.

This toy was redecoed/retooled intoFall of CybertronSideswipe.

Unsurprisingly, theFall of Cybertron Jazz toy was used for several Generation 1-based stories. The TakaraTomy decoappeared in theTransformers: All Spark manga series. This toy also serves as a rough stand-in for Jazz's appearance in "Season 1" ofIDW Publishing'sRobots in Disguise comic series.^[8]

• More information onWar for Cybertron Jazz at TFU.info

Bot Shots

• Jazz (Bot Shot, 2012)
  • Series:1
  • Number:B014
    • Fist strength:555
    • Blaster strength:370
    • Sword strength:695

Jazz is part of the fourth wave ofBot Shots, transforming from a blue and white sports car with "4" decals into asuper deformed robot when his front bumper is pressed. His head is heavily based onGeneration 1Jazz's head. This mold was also used forBot Shots Dragstrip.

• More information on Jazz at TFU.info

• Cindersaur / Optimus Prime / Jazz (Multi-pack, 2013)
  • Series:2
  • Number:Super Bot 008
    • Fist strength:849
    • Blaster strength:?
    • Sword strength:262

Part of the second wave of three-packs in Series 2, Super Bot Jazz is a redeco of the original Bot Shots Jazz mold in translucent white with blue wheels.

The second wave of Series 2 three-packs didn't reach mass retail in the United States, only showing up in discount stores like Ross.

BeCool

Acid Jazz?

• Green Sports Car (Autobot Jazz) (2013)
  • ID number:B15

BeCool "Green Sports Car" is a bright green redeco ofBot Shots Jazz with orange wheels, retaining the same blue stripes and "4"paint operations. Instead of game stats, his chest stickers display images of his vehicle mode, a car's dashboard and a racing track.

Q-Transformers

DÉJÀ VU! He's running in the 90s!

• Autobot Meister (February 21,2015)
  • ID number:QT-11

Q-Transformers Meister transforms from asuper deformed Toyota Sprinter Trueno AE86 to a cute little robot. He comes with a code for unlocking Jazz as a playable character in theQ-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns game.

Power of the Primes

Still a Martini, still a Porsche, all the more chill.

• Autobot Jazz (Deluxe Class,2017)
  • TakaraTomy ID number:PP-07
  • TakaraTomy release date:May 25,2018
  • Accessories: blaster, Prime Armor/combiner hand, Prime Master gap filler/gun

• Known designers:John Warden (Hasbro)

Transforming into a Le Mans-like racing carsubtly inspired by a Porsche 962, thePower of the Primes version of Jazz is a mostly new mold that reuses the wheels and combiner peg ofCombiner WarsDragstrip. Jazz can form a limb for anyCombiner Wars-style Combiner (or become one ofLegends Godbomber's legs). Fans wanting to open this figure should take note that almost all of the roof, hood, and front grill of the figure is simply translucent plastic painted over, so be careful to avoid scratching or chipping these areas. Worse still, some fans have reported that this translucent plastic does not age well; it has a nasty tendency to crack after a few transformations. Again,be careful.

Like all otherPower of the Primes Deluxe Class figures, he comes with Prime Armor with a place for aPrime Master (and by extension, aTitan Master,Enigma, orMatrix core) that can transform into a hand for a Combiner. He also comes with a piece that can fill the gap in the Prime Armor or be held as a gun. Also like the other Deluxe Class figures, the instructions explaining how exactly the armor connects are extremely vague. To connect the armor, the grill portion of Jazz's chest has two indents that fit the tabs on the "thumbs" when inserted at a slight angle. While this matches up to both the instructions and the packaging art, it should be noted that the connection is rather loose. Curiously, Jazz's engineering includes wrist swivels, but the panels molded underneath his forearms render them largely worthless. On another note, his Prime Armor was redecoed forMoonracer,Novastar,Punch-Counterpunch, andSiegeGreenlight.

While not necessarily part of a certain combiner team, his packaging andTakaraTomy stock photos depict him as part ofElita-Infin1te while his instructions show him combined withGrimlock and the rest ofPower of the Primes Deluxe Class figures in Wave 1.

Curiously, the roof and upper section of his hood both sport the iconic Martini racing stripes that were also present on the original Generation 1 figure.Hopefully, nothing will go wrong.

In November of 2017,Power of the Primes Jazz became the center of a minor controversy when it was discovered that the figure's deco included the acronym "MAGA" in tinyCybertronix text underneath Jazz's Autobot insignia (which, for those of you who have been living under a rock since 2016...). When reached for questioning, Hasbro responded that they had not sanctioned the political message and would address the issue with the vendor (corporate language for "freelance artist") responsible.^[9] A re-release of Jazz as part of wave 3 of thePower of the Primes Deluxe Class featured arunning change that saw the "MAGA" text removed, leaving a blank black space. The variant's date stamp is80671. While official stock photos of the TakaraTomy release of the figure featured the "MAGA" acronym in Cybertronix, the final toy when released featured the edited tampograph of the Hasbro running change version with a blank black section in its stead.

The figure was redecoed intoGenerations SelectsRicochet.

Studio Series

Hollywoooooood! Hollywood swingin'!

• Autobot Jazz (Deluxe Class,2020)

• Movie:The Transformers: The Movie
• Hasbro ID number:86-01
• TakaraTomy ID number:SS-59
• TakaraTomy release date:April 20,2021
• Accessories: photon rifle, "Moonbase One Destruction" backdrop
• Known designers:Evan Brooks (Hasbro),Ittoku Kuwazu (TakaraTomy),Mario Carreiro,Christina Murphy andAmy Bence (packaging),^[10]Michael DiTullo (concept artist),^[11]Marcelo Matere (packaging artist)

Released to commemorate the 35th anniversary ofThe Transformers: The Movie,Studio Series Jazz is based on his appearance in the original Generation 1 cartoon. Jazz features the number "14" on his side, a combination of the racing numbers onhis original andGeneration 2 toys according to designerJohn Warden, with the intent to "keep it fresh in the alternate universe ofWar For Cybertron" and ensure customizers could choose which number they preferred.^[12] Coincidentally, it is also the release number of hisDiaclone toy.

Jazz comes packaged with his back kibble unfolded, although his instructions address how to fold it up for robot mode properly. His roof assembly is made of painted translucent plastic—includingthe hinge that holds it to the chassis—so caution is advised when transforming him. Unfortunately, the two pins used to attach the car roof to the body and rear half have been observed to cause the part itself to inevitably over time develop vertical stress fractures at both ends, regardless of whether or not the figure is transformed even once or if anything is inserted into the 5 mm peg hole on top.

Theunpaintable plastic parts, such as the thighs, front wheel wells, and the skeletal joints that hold most of his torso together, are prone to a form ofphotodegradation. Strangely—similar toEarthrise Wheeljack—the white paint used on the translucent partsalso discolors to a yellowish tinge. This yellowing paint phenomenon is something that had not been observed onTransformers toys before theWar for Cybertron Trilogy-era of toys, suggesting a different manner of paint mix has been used.

As with otherStudio Series toys, the interior of the package forms a diorama display for the figure. In that case, it shows Jazz's computer terminal and observation window fromMoonbase One.

This figure was retooled with a new head intoWar for Cybertron: KingdomJackpot, and retooled more extensively intoLegacyPrime Universe Knock-Out.

Jazz wasreissued in 2025, with all new packaging that omits the ID number and backdrop. Hilariously, the description on this release's box erroneously uses a description that more suitsTransformersJazz as it mentionsMission City, a location not inThe Transformers: The Movie.

Masterpiece

Shh... let him enjoy this small victory.

• Skyfire (2023)
  • ID number:MP-57

• Known designers:Kōjin Ōno (TakaraTomy),Yuki Ohshima (concept artist)

Included with the massiveMasterpiece Skyfire is an articulated,cartoon-accurate figurine of "Meister", made to scale with Skyfire's jet mode. Funnily enough, after 20 years of theMasterpiece line this is its first depiction of Jazz/Meister at all.

Buzzworthy Bumblebee

• Origin Autobot Jazz (Deluxe Class,2023)

• Series:Legacy Evolution
• Accessories: Blaster, grappling hook, grappling hook base
• Known designers:Mark Maher (Hasbro),Yūya Ōnishi (TakaraTomy)^[13]

Part of the cross-franchiseBuzzworthy Bumblebee subline, "Origin Autobot Jazz" transforms from cartoon-accurate robot tohandheld vacuum cleaner his Cybertronian vehicle mode seen in the opening scenes of "More than Meets the Eye, Part 1" and back, similar to the earlierOrigin Bumblebee toy. He transforms in 20 steps and includes both his blaster and a two part grappling hook attachment for either arm, attaching to a 5 mm port revealed when his hands are tucked away. The grapple stores underneath the vehicle mode via a 5 mm port hidden under Jazz's chest while the blaster more conventionally plugs on top. The toy's "Evo-Fusion" gimmick involves combining the blaster and grapple by plugging either just the hook or the hook on its base onto the end of Jazz's gun via a 3 mm connection. His alt mode features two dedicated 5 mmFire Blast effect compatible ports on the back which, while technically housed in his feet, are entirely separate from the 5 mm ports also in his feet.

Like otherBuzzworthy Bumblebee toys, Jazz is exclusive to Target stores in the United States. Due to the open-windowed packaging, it is not uncommon for the paint on his chest to be scratched or chipped while still unopened. Also, the hinge that connects Jazz's vehicle roof to the rest of the backpack may cause the translucent blue plastic to crack, especially on the knurled side of the pin.

Origin Jazz was officially revealed during aTransformers team roundtable with fans onFebruary 6, 2023.

• Mark Maher's designer commentary on Origin Autobot Jazz

Legacy

No, that weapon configuration is not official, but itworks.

• G2 Universe Autobot Jazz (Deluxe Class,2023)

• Accessories: Blaster, rocket launcher, rocket, totally-not-a-hologram gun

Legacy: EvolutionToxitron Collection "G2 Universe Autobot Jazz" is a redeco of hisStudio Series toy, based onGeneration 2 concept art for abright orange-and-red Jazz that never saw release.

In addition to his standard blaster, Jazz also includes a pair of new 5 mm compatible weapons, originally designed for aBuzzworthy BumblebeeHound toy that had not been released or even officially acknowledged by the time Jazz had been revealed. Though not shown in the instructions, numerous stock images show him using both of these accessories to simulate the original 1984 toy's over-the-shoulder missile launcher (as seen at right), since the concept art for this deco was just painted-over art of the normalGeneration 2 art which also featured that accessory the actualGeneration 2 Jazz did not have. Due to the base mold's dearth of 5 mm holes, there's no way to mount all of these accessories in car mode in a not-ridiculous fashion, but, well, "ridiculous" is obviously not out of the question here. Unfortunately, as he features no construction changes and the same translucent plastic, Jazz suffers from the same breakage issues as the original figure, with stress fractures forming in the hood vertically front and back leading to potential breakage.

TheToxitron Collection was exclusive toWalmart in the US, withHasbro Pulse receiving limited quantities of the figure. This toy was one of three figures put up for preorder on Walmart.com and Pulse onMarch 13 2023, with them shipping in mid-July, about the time when the rest of the assortment went up for order on Pulse (but not Walmart.com, grumble grumble).

Quick! Someone getBenni Latham on the phone!

• G2 Universe Laser Cycle (Deluxe Class, 2023)

• Accessories: 2Energon blades, front tire/Energon blaster

A surprise—and surprising—entry in theToxitron Collection,Legacy: Evolution "G2 Universe Laser Cycle" is aredeco ofVelocitron Speedia 500 CollectionG2 Universe Road Rocket, a new-head retool of the mainlineLegacyPrime Universe Arcee toy, transforming into a '90s-style sportbike motorcycle. The toy's deco is based on the unreleasedGeneration 2Laser Cycle incarnation of Jazz. According to designerMark Maher, the Laser Cycle figure representsits own character simultaneous with the above Jazz because it's cooler for them to be separate people!^[14] Nonetheless, this wiki has an entry on this page for informational purposes.

The blaster weapon formed by splitting the front tire can also be plugged into a 5 mm port on the back, allowing the figure to better resemble the original Laser Cycle Jazz figure with its distinctive shoulder wheels. Unfortunately, unlike the original figure, there is no buzzsaw weapon, instead coming with two clear-plastic blades that form a circular disc. The back of the head is molded in translucent blue plastic to allow forlight-piping.

This toy also turned out to be far less in demand than the rest of theToxitron Collection; while this whole capsule had spotty and erratic distribution at best, in places where itdid show up in decent numbers, multiple Laser Cycleshanging on pegs was frequently the only evidence the Deluxes had been there at all.

The original version of this mold was redecoed intoShattered Glass CollectionDecepticon Flamewar, and further retooled intoLegacy: EvolutionCybertronian Erial.

Generations Selects

I feel good!
I knew that I would, now!

• Autobots Stand United (Multi-pack, 2024)

• Series:Legacy United
• Accessories: Blaster
• Known designers:Matthew Cohen (photography)^[15]

Released as part of theGenerations Selects "Autobots Stand United" five-pack, "Autobot Jazz" is a redeco of theStudio Series 86 Jazz above, in a more extensive and cartoon-accurate deco. He now features striping on the rear wheel wells, plus the blue center-stripe extends up to his flip-up collar area in robot mode. His silver paint is now a more matte light gray, and his transparent plastics have been replaced with opaque white, with the windshield and windows painted in a very cartoony light blue, resolving the fragility issues of earlier versions of the figure. Despite this, he still retains the 14 numbering on his vehicle mode sides rather than the cartoon design's 4.

This set also included similarly-more-cartoon-based versions ofHound,Sunstreaker,Trailbreaker, andWheeljack.

The "Autobots Stand United 5-pack" was officially revealed onFebruary 27, and went up for pre-order the same day for a July 2024 release.

Dramatic Capture Series

Down in NOLA...

• Autobot Headquarters (Multi-pack, 2024)

• Release date:November 30, 2024
• Accessories: Rifle
• Known designers:Hisashi Yuki (TakaraTomy)

Released as part of TakaraTomy'sDramatic Capture Series, this iteration of "Autobot Jazz" (called so on the packaging, not by his original Japanese-market name "Meister") is yet another redeco of theStudio Series mold, that mostly amalgamizes the two prior decos. He retains the clear-plastic windows, metallic silver paint, painted grill, and unpainted "collar" of the originalStudio Series release, but has theGenerations Selects 5-pack version's stripes on the rear wheel hubs, the black spoiler-sides, and the additional knee-paint (in silver to match the rest). The only "notable" change from either version is his Autobot symbol is considerably bigger than the other releases, and is bordered with silver rather than white.

He was only available in the "Autobot Headquarters" 3-pack, the second set released in the line, packed in withOptimus Prime andMainframe.

• Cybertron Chase (Multi-pack, 2025)

• Release date:August 30, 2025
• Accessories: Blaster, grappling hook, grappling hook base
• Known designers:Mark Maher (Hasbro),Hisashi Yuki, (TakaraTomy)

Jazz returned to theDramatic Capture Series as part of the "Cybertron Chase" 3-pack. This is a minor redeco of his"Origin" figure listed above, now with the grey paint replaced with silver, a colored outline around his chest insignia for better contrast, and several other small changes. He came in a set with pre-Earth "Origins" versions of teammatesBumblebee andWheeljack.

Merchandise

Stamp Bot

• Jazz (Stamp Bot, 1984)

Made by HG Toys, Stamp Bot Jazz is a small, non-poseable figurine of Jazz based on his toy with a rubber stamp on the base, and a cap with a felt "floor" that was soaked in ink. The stamp made an image of Jazz's sports car mode.

Transformers Milk Caramel

Nobody calls me yellow.

• Meister (1985)

A soft rubber figurine—known in Japan as akeshigomu— of Jazz was released as part of the second wave ofKabaya'sTransformers Milk Caramelcandy toy range. He came packaged with chocolate-covered caramel candies, and was available in red, blue, and yellow.

Decoy

• Cybertron Hero Collection 22 (multi-pack, 1986)

Jazz was among the many characters rendered byTakara as part of their series of 1.5"keshigomu figurines. Like all the Autobots in the series, Jazz was molded in soft red rubber, and featured a number sculpted into his back that was the sum total of hisTech Specs, for use in the various games that could be played with the figurines. Jazz was available as part of a 22-piece box set of Autobot figures, and later, in a peach coloration randomly packed as part of various other box sets.

• Jazz (1987)
  • Decoy number:13

The figurine was later brought over toHasbro markets as part of theDecoy promotion, largely identical to the Japanese release except for the fact that the number on his back was replaced with a simple "checklist" number. Like all Autobot Decoys, Jazz was a randomly-chosen pack-in available with the cardedThrottlebots,Aerialbots,Protectobots, andTechnobots.

• More information on Decoy Jazz at TFU.info

Super Collection Figure

Jazz and his brother Heavy Metal.

• Meister (2002)
  • Act:8
  • Accessories: stand

Released in the eighth "Act" ofSuper Collection Figure, Meister is a PVC figurine based on the cartoon rendition of Jazz. He came in both full-color and pewter-painted versions, both packed one per case.

The pewter version of the figure has a potential problem with connector peg breakage, due to said pegs often getting a layer of pewter paint before being forced into a socket, leading to sticking and tearing. Care should be used when moving or removing the arms; shaving down the socket interior with a thin hobby knife is usually sufficient to fix the issue.

The color versions of Jazz came packaged with the waist of the Act's "build-a-figure"Scorponok. This part too could be in either full-color or pewter, packed at a ratio of six color parts to four pewters.

• More information onSuper Collection Figure Meister at TFU.info
• More information on pewter Meister at TFU.info

Heroes of Cybertron

• Autobot Jazz (2003)

Released in the fourth wave ofHeroes of Cybertron Jazz is a redeco of theSCF Meister figure. He is cast in blue plastic almost completely painted over, leaving the visor and the back of the head unpainted to take advantage of alight-piping gimmick. His backpack-windshield is also unpainted, which is a cute touch.

He has a large number of other paint differences from Meister, including a more cartoon-accurate light blue waist deco, red stripes on his rear wheels rather than blue, a much darker gray face, a more complex stripe on his backpack... and for some reason, his boots are light gray all over, including the vehicle-mode wheel hubs, rather than white. Oops.

Like allHeroes of Cybertron releases, he came on an individual cardback, with a character bio card. He also included the left leg to the wave'sFortress Maximus "build-a-figure".

• More information onHeroes of Cybertron Jazz at TFU.info

MyClone

• Mister (MyClone,2003)
  • ID number:MTF013
  • Accessories: stand

• Known designers:Kazutami Abiko (TakaraTomy)

A "super deformed" mini-figure of Jazz was created as part of the second wave ofMyClone Transformers in Japan. These toys could be disassembled and their parts mixed-and-matched thanks to a generic base body.

Generation 1 Figure-Collection

• Meister (2003)
  • ID number:C-3
  • Accessories: Display base

At only one inch in height, this Jazz "bottlecap" figurine (so named because its display base is the size of a bottlecap) was one of fourteen blindpacked figures available in Kabaya's TransformersGeneration 1 Figure-Collection. The figure was rendered in a "retro" black and white color scheme, and came with a leaflet, personalized with cartoon screen captures.

• More information on the Generation 1 collection at Autobase Aichi

Hard Hero

Shares the same fate as his movie counterpart.

• Jazz (2004)

Jazz is number 12 inHard Hero's series of cold-cast porcelainTransformers busts, measuring six inches in height and sculpted holding his photon rifle in his right hand. Jazz was limited to 2500 pieces worldwide, with an additional 100 being specially signed by sculptorJason Ray.

Titanium Series

Won't you take me to Funkytown?

• Autobot Jazz (Robot Masters, 2006)
  • Accessories: Muffler-blaster, Autobot display stand

Titanium Jazz is a small, 3" non-transformable die-cast metal figurine based upon hisAlternators design, but with a little bit of his "traditional" deco thrown into the mix. He has articulation in his waist, shoulders, and head.

• More information onTitanium Series Jazz at TFU.info

First 4 Figures

• Soundwave vs Jazz (2006 unreleased)

• Known designers:Little IroN (concept artist),"Mad" Alterton (sculptor)

Intended for release in theTransformers Battlefield line by model companyFirst 4 Figures, this was to be 13-inch-ish tall diorama depictingSoundwave fighting against Jazz. According to a look at the digital sculpt afforded to the toy news press at New YorkToy Fair in 2006, the set featured Soundwave holding Jazz above his head, about to throw him down onto the trashed form ofBlaster at his feet.^[16]

As aBattlefield release, this model would have featured a detailed base designed to interlock with others in the same range to create a massive battle diorama. Unfortunately, a general discontinuation of First 4 Figures'Transformers-related output meant only the first model, "Optimus Prime vsMegatron", was released.

All models in theBattlefield line were advertised as being sculpted by"Mad" Alterton, with a corresponding set of art posters byLittle IroN, implying he had produced the concept art for each release. The set was likely intended to be limited to 1,850 pieces worldwide, given that the certificate of authenticity for the first set allowed buyers to reserve the same numbered release on their next purchase in the series.

Proceed on your way to oblivion. This item has been canceled, with no current plans for release.

Attacktix

#1 Super Guy!

• Autobot Jazz (Booster,2007)

Jazz was one of many Generation 1 characters slated to appear inAttacktix. A presumed wave-3 Booster, this piece was ultimately never released, but was shown at theStar Wars Celebration IV convention.

Game over. This Attacktix item has been canceled, with no current plans for release.

Robot Heroes

Do the Hustle!

• Autobot Jazz & Thundercracker (Two-pack, 2007)

Robot Heroes Jazz is an adorable,super deformed figurine of Jazz, with limited articulation in his arms, but no head movement. He came packaged withThundercracker.

This figurine was laterredecoed intoRicochet.

• More information onRobot Heroes Jazz at TFU.info

• Autobot Jazz (Single-pack, 2008)

In some countries outside of North America, Jazz was released individually in a blindpack with no notable changes.

Sota Toys

• Transformers Chess Set (2007)

Two identical Jazz pieces were to be the Autobot-side Rooks on achess set based on Generation 1, but the set apparently never saw release.

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Boss Coffee

• Meister (2008)

A non-transforming PVC figure of Jazz was released as part of a promotion byBoss Coffee. The small figure was randomly included with single cans of the company's "Rainbow Mountain Blend" coffee, contained in a plastic capsule affixed to the top of can which then became a display base for the figurine once removed. Jazz features articulation at the shoulders and waist, and came with a small catalog leaflet that could be folded up and attached to the lid/base to form a diorama background for added display value.

Transformers - Mini Bust

One cold cast cat.

• Jazz (Diamond Select, 2008)

Jazz was released byDiamond Select Toys in 2008 and exclusive to online retailer Big Bad Toy Store. He was sculpted byMark Wong ofArt Asylum and limited to 1000 pieces. The bust features both his photon rifle and shoulder-mounted rocket launcher, which, along with the car door pieces, are attached magnetically and are optional for display.

Mighty Muggs

• Jazz (2009)
  • Accessories: Photon rifle, doors

Part of the third wave ofMighty Muggs, Jazz is asuper deformed, non-transformable PVC figure with articulated arms and head. He is made largely using the standard Mighty Muggs body mold, with the exception of the head, which uses the same "horn" mold asBumblebee. Jazz comes with a super-deformed photon rifle and a pair of car doors that attach to his back.

Jazz and his wavemateShockwave were initially reported to be canceled, but were eventually released as exclusives at Diamond Distributors andToys"R"Us stores.

The Loyal Subjects

• Jazz (2013)

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• Illest Jazz (2013)

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• Gold Jazz (2013)

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Tiny Titans

• Autobot Jazz (Tiny Titans, 2015)
  • Series:2
  • Number:12/12

Part of the second assortment ofTiny Titansblindpacks, this version of Jazz is a very small, soft-plastic figure of him in robot mode.

He includes a collectible card that renders him in the2015Robots in Disguise styling. The card includes a scan-badge for theRobots in Disguise mobile game, which unlocks a random amount of Energon "currency" and a randomized bonus power-up item.

This wave saw fairly minimal release at "big box" retailers, but unlike other waves, wasnot picked up by drug stores and the like later, making them particularly hard to find.

• More information onTiny Titans Jazz at TFU.info

Q-Transformers

• Meister (2016)

A non-transforming figure of Jazz based on his appearance in theQ-Transformers cartoon was available as part of theQ-Transformerscapsule toy lineup.

Transformers Figure Collection

• Meister (01–2016)

Standing 42mm tall,Transformers Figure Collection Meister is a non-poseable soft-rubber figure greatly based on aDecoy figure.

Bitfig

• Meister (12–2016)

Part of the first wave of Transformers Bitfig capsule toys byTakaraTomy A.R.T.S., Meister's design is inspired by his appearance in the G1 cartoon, and is articulated at the neck and shoulders. Bitfig toys were packaged in capsules color coded to the toy they contained. Jazz's capsule was yellow.

Imaginarium Art

Hard rock.

• Jazz (2018)

Imaginarium Art's "Legacy of Cybertron" Jazz statue stands 16 inches tall. Owners have the option of exchanging his left fist with the grappling hook he used in "More than Meets the Eye, Part 2". The statue's base can be connected to those of the other statues in the "Legacy of Cybertron" series in order to form a larger battle scene. Only 500 of this item were produced, exclusive toBigBadToyStore.

Transformers Trading Card Game

• Autobot Jazz, Special Ops (2018)
  • Wave 1
  • Rarity:UT
  • Card Number:T04/T40
  • Stars:6

Autobot Jazz, Special Ops is one of forty double-sided character cards available in Wave 1 of theTransformers Trading Card Game.

The artwork on the card is reused from theTransformers Legends mobile card game.

Keshi Surprise

• Autobots (2018)

TheKeshi Surprise series bySuper7 consisted of 1.75" soft rubber figures in a style deliberately resembling the 1980sDecoys. These blindpacked figures were sold individually or in cases depicting only their faction. Jazz was available in red, yellow, blue, and purple, and included a foil trading card / sticker.

ReAction

• Jazz (2020)
  • Accessories: blaster

Released in the first wave ofSuper7's line of multi-property 3.75-inch "retro" action figures,ReAction Jazz is a non-converting 3 3/4-inch action figure based on his appearance in the original cartoon, with 5 points of articulation (swivel neck, shoulders, hips) and holes in his feet for use with some variety of stand. He comes with a blaster which can only be held in his right hand.

As with all releases in theReAction toyline, Jazz comes packaged on a small cardback that emulates the nostalgic packaging style ofKenner'sStar Wars action figures from the late 1970s to early '80s.

This mold was also used to makeStepper.

Jada Toys

Metals Die Cast / Hollywood Rides

• Jazz (Scale 1/24 Die Cast Vehicle,2019)
  • Accessories: collectible coin

Announced byJada Toys in 2019,Hollywood Rides Jazz was planned to be a 1/24 scaled non-transforming die-cast car with rubber tires based on his original Martini Racing Porsche alternate mode and possibly featuring opening doors, front hood and back trunk. Similar to theRobot Powered Machines, the car would have featured a sculpted robot mode underneath. However, the product remains unreleased.

Jazz would have come with a collectible coin with his face engraved on it.

Proceed on your way to oblivion. This item has been canceled, with no current plans for release.

• Jazz Porsche 935 Turbo (Scale 1/32 Die Cast Vehicle, 2024)

A 1/32 scaled version of Jazz was announced in 2019 alongside the 1/24 version and remained equally unreleased until 2024, when it was finally found at retail without prior announcement. This is thevery first toy of Jazz to be officially licensed by Porsche and features opening doors and a sculpted robot mode on the underside as well as an Autobot badge and some engine details. The sculpted interior is presumably accurate to the original racing car, featuring only one bucket seat on the driver side and a roll cage portion behind it.

As is somewhat common for Jada products, at least two variants of the packaging are known to exist: one featuring a promotional cartoon-inspired art of Jazz, and another featuring Jazz's original packaging art along with theTransformers 40th anniversary logo. In the first instance of his box art not having to be edited to remove the Porsche logo on his chest (or the Martini one on his door) since G1, its notable that the toy itself lacks this - or any such - branding, just settling for a 4 on each door. Jazz has no number 4 on his hood, just an Autobot badge in the live-action movie style.

Nano Hollywood Rides

• Jazz / Sideswipe / Jetfire (1.65" Die Cast Vehicle 3-pack,2020)

Nano Hollywood Rides Jazz was going to be a small non-transforming die-cast car measuring approximately 1.65 inches long.

He was planned to be part of a 3-pack alongsideSideswipe andJetfire, but the pack got delayed and by 2022 Jazz got replaced byHot Rod. As of 2023, however, it's unclear if the pack will ever get to see an official release in any form.

Proceed on your way to oblivion. This item has been canceled, with no current plans for release.

Nano Metalfigs

• Transformers Series 1 18-pack (4 cm Die Cast Figure Multipack, 2022)

Jada finally managed to released a Jazz in theirNano Metalfigs line. This Jazz is an incredibly small die-cast figurine molded holding his blaster. He has a little base attached to his feet for balancing reasons.

He comes in an impressive multipack withseventeen other figurines.

Hallmark Keepsake Ornament

• Transformers Jazz Ornament (2020)

Part of the Keepsake Ornament line, the "Transformers Jazz Ornament" is a plastic ornament "crafted" by Orville Wilson. He is not poseable but comes with his blaster molded into his right hand. The name "Agent Meister" can be found in multiple places on the ornament.

Eaglemoss

• Transformers Gen-1 Chess Set (2021)

In the plannedTransformers Chess Set byEaglemoss, a relatively large and very well detailed statue of Jazz was slated to be one of the Pawn pieces on the Autobot side.

A Kickstarter campaign to raise the necessary funds for this project was launched, but failed to meet its goal by September 24, 2021 and the whole thing was canceled.

Proceed on your way to oblivion. This item has been canceled, with no current plans for release.

Pop!

• Jazz (2021)
  • ID number:25

Released as part of thePop! Retro Toys segment,Funko'sPop! Jazz is a super deformed vinyl figure based on his original Generation 1 toy.

• Jazz (DigitalPop!, 2022)
  • Rarity:
    • Monochrome:Common
    • Static:Common
    • Glowing:Uncommon
    • Chrome:Uncommon
    • Original:Epic

NFTs depicting Jazz in the Funko style.

Transformers Character Card

• Meister and Banzai-Tron Set (April 14,2022)
  • ID number:19 & 20

Released as part of the third wave of thee-HOBBY exclusiveTransformers Character Card series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of "Meister" in hisAction Master body andBanzai-Tron along withcharacter profiles andtech specs.

• Translation of Jazz's Transformers Character Card

• Primus and Cybertron Army Set (February,2025)
  • ID number:101 & 102

Released as part of the fourteenth wave of thee-HOBBY exclusiveTransformers Character Card series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art ofPrimus in the form of his"Creator" toy and the Generation 1Autobots (as represented byOptimus Prime,Blaster,Eject,Grimlock,Prowl,Crossblades, Jazz andTurbo Board) along withcharacter profiles andtech specs.

• Translation of the Autobots' Transformers Character Card

This item is currently scheduled for release, but is not yet available at mass retail.

Minimates

• Autobot Jazz (Series 3, 2022)
  • Accessories: rifle, stand

Part of the third wave of TransformersMinimates from Diamond Select, this Jazz is a 2-inch-tall figurine featuring metallic paint, 12-14 points of articulation, and accessories and body parts interchangeable with other Minimates. Due to their small size, all 4 figures in each series are sold in the same blister card.

Flame Toys

• Autobot Jazz (2023)
  • Accessories: rifle, alternate hands, alternate face, backpack, back skirt, door kibble, flight stand, shouting face (exclusive)
  • Sculptor: Cho Ping Rai
  • Coloring: rando. (OVERSTAND)

Produced byFlame Toys as part of their Kuro Kara Kuri line of ultra-high-detail articulated action figures. Jazz hasdie-cast and LED features in both his headlights and his visor, activated by the buttons on the rear left and rear right parts of his chest. His included weapon can be either held in his hand as a rifle or mounted backwards on his included backpack accessory to serve as his rocket launcher. He includes a pair of car door accessories that can be mounted on either his forearms or the aforementioned backpack. He has 4 sets of hands that he can use: two closed fists, two posed for holding his weapon, and two pairs of open hands. He also includes a removable back skirt item resembling his rear kibble. Healso comes with an alternate angry face, which can be swapped out by removing his forehead and slotting it in where the previous face was. Finally, he has an adjustable flight stand. It's recommended to remove the back skirt in order to have the clearance to plug Jazz onto said stand. If purchased via D4toys.com, SEN-TI-DEN Hong Kong, or events attended by Flame Toys, he also includes an additional shouting face.

Blokees

Galaxy Version

Now if only I have myskateboard on with me...

• Jazz (Galaxy Version, 2023)

• Series:Galaxy Version 01 - Roll Out
• Accessories: 2 pairs of hands (Weapon-holding/fists, open-palm), Photon Blaster, Door Wings, spare peg-and-ball piece, spare ball-and-ball piece, black stand, 1 pair of Autobot/Decepticon symbols

Released in the First Wave ofBlokees' Galaxy Version line of blind boxes, Jazz is a four-inch-tall, articulated, and non-transforming snap-on model kit of the Autobot Sports Car. Like many other Blokee figures, Jazz uses a "Standard Body" as a skeleton, in which pieces are attached to make it look like different characters. As he shares the same torso build as his wavematesProwl andBluestreak, he has door wings that are coincidentally accurate to his G1 toy, along with a pair of wheel pieces to replace the shoulder cannons. He also has a figure stand with either four studs (China release/Chinese logo) or two studs (Global release/English logo) on top, which he can plug into and connect to similar stands.

For a more cartoon-accurate look, the door wings are separate pieces connected by peg-and-socket joints. However, the ball joints on his shoulders will be present if the wheels are removed.

Shining Version

Jazz really is the light of our lives.

• Jazz (Shining Version, 2024)

• Series:Shining Version 01 - Shining Roll Out
• Accessories: 2 pairs of hands (Weapon-holding/fists, open-palm), Photon Blaster, Speaker, Energon Cube, Door Wings, spare peg-and-ball piece, spare ball-and-ball piece, yellow stand, White Autobot symbol, White Decepticon symbol.

Released in the "Shining Version" series of blind boxes, this Jazz is a redeco of the first Galaxy Series kit, now featuring a painted translucent chest and face parts, allowing the LED to shine through the chest and neck. In addition to the slightly altered deco, Jazz also comes with an additional speaker, an Energon Cube, and a newly-tooled stand.

Defender Version

• Jazz (2025)

• Series:Defender Version 03 - Heavy Metal War
• Accessories: Speaker-gun

Released as part of the thisDefender Version line of blind boxes, thisDefender Version kit of Jazz is a 2.2-inch (5.5cm) figure, a few inches smaller than theGalaxy Version kits, but still articulated. He comes with a Speaker-shaped blaster.

Unlike most of theDefender kits, Jazz features a single-piece head due to being differently designed instead of using the neck joint/optic and head/"helmet" connection.

Auldey

• Jazz (Alpha Action Elite, 2024)

• Series:Defend Iacon!
• ID Number:AAE-003
• Accessories: 4 pairs of hands, Shoulder Launcher, Blaster, 1 pair of Speakers
• Known designers:Lam Ahtek

Sold as part ofAuldey's "Alpha Action Elite (AAE)" series of blindboxes, this Jazz is a 4-inch non-transforming but highly articulated action figure. In addition to his extra pair of hands, Jazz also comes with his signature blaster, shoulder cannon, and shoulder speakers.

Jazz also comes with his trading card. As advertised in the box, the lineup had a 12/72 probability of getting him.

Yolopark

• Jazz (AMK Mini Series, 2025)

• Accessories: 2 pairs of hands (fists/weapon-holding), Photon rifle

Sold as part of the second wave ofYolopark's AMK(Advanced Model Kit) Mini Series, this kit of Jazz can only be completed by snapping the pre-painted pieces together. Aside from an extra pair of splayed open hand parts, Jazz comes with his signature Photon rifle. As with the rest of the kits starting from this wave, he also features a small amount of new articulation points, particularly the double-sided ball-and-socket joint at the waist.

Jazz is sold as either an individually marked single or a blind box figure. The latter lineup had a 19/120 probability of getting him.

Notes

• The first toy planned for theAlternators line was Jazz as a Porsche 986. A prototype was made, but Porsche refused to grant Hasbro and Takara the license, stating that "Transformers are not worthy [of] carrying the Porsche trademark. They are war machines, and the toyline in no way represents the lifestyle and ideas which Porsche represents."^[17] As a consequence, the toy ultimately never went into production. Photos of the prototype were depicted in the Japanese bookThe Transformers: Binaltech & TF Collection Complete Guide, and Hasbro later also displayed the prototype during theBotCon 2007 Hasbro Tour.
• TheAlternators Mazda RX-8 (which ultimately ended up as Meister) was originally intended to be named "Camshaft", according to various early store listings and a premature reply from Hasbro's customer service. This would also fit with the early idea of making theAlternators toys "direct updates" of their characters' G1 predecessors. A prototype was leaked to the public in early 2004 sporting the same basic colors as the laterAlternators "Autobot Camshaft" toy (the Acura RSX), although it's uncertain whether the prototype colors for the RX-8 were supposed to be indicative of the proposed colors for Camshaft (since the Acura redeco was originally intended as a G1 Bluestreakhomage before being renamed into "Autobot Camshaft"). The reason why the RX-8 Alternator was ultimately not named "Camshaft" was apparently because the real-life Mazda RX-8 car doesn'thave a camshaft. The irony is staggering, as Camshaft's original toy was an RX-7, which ALSO lacks a camshaft.
• There have been at least two different reasons stated why the Hasbro toy was named "Meister" rather than "Autobot Jazz": For one, Hasbro was still hoping that Porsche would have a change of mind and grant them the license after all, as Chevrolet had done; also, Aaron Archer has been quoted stating that he thought a third toy named "Autobot someone" following "Autobot Hound" and "Autobot Tracks" would have been somewhat "redundant".
• By coincidence or by design, the 2006Transformers: CybertronRansack GTS toy, with a Velocitronian motorcycle alt-mode, employs a deco loosely similar to that of the canceled 1995Laser Cycle incarnation of Jazz.

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