Squier Classic Vibe Jazz Bass '60s Bass Guitar 

Comments about Squier Classic Vibe Jazz Bass '60s Bass Guitar:

I started playing bass in April 2012 after 6 years of guitar. Now I play bass in a Post-Punk band. I have a very fast punk rock style like Matt Freeman but also really grooving to some Motown or Jazz. I own both the White J Bass and Red Pbass in 2013. This review is for the White Jbass. For the other review check out the CV Pbass on Musicians Friend.
Let me start by saying that this is the first bass I have played consistently. I have put it through its paces over the last 10 months and I will honestly give you all the info.
The neck feels really comfortable and just fits my hands well. I took to this bass like no other instrument since my 94 Gibson SG. I played all the basses at my local guitar store (about 15) and this one just called to me. Since I bought it I have come to appreciate the quality Squire is now putting out.
This thing is a player. The components might be a little on the cheaper side but the only issue I 've had is the input jack gets loose on me. So far no crackling but I know, if not dealt with, it will start to become a problem. Other than that I love it. I can't wait for this thing to show the wear and tear of touring and playing. I honestly never see myself selling this.

Comments about Squier Classic Vibe Jazz Bass '60s Bass Guitar:

I've been playing music for a while, and I play guitar, drums, bass, and i sing. That being said, I am mainly a guitar player, I own 11 electric guitars, and 4 drumsets. I only have ONE bass. I havent felt the need to get another one, this thing is AWESOME, and you can play anything with it. The neck is far more comfortable than i thought it would be as I usually dont like gloss necks. The pickups could be a little better, but they are still really good, just wish they had a little more low mid. This bass is TOUGH. One of my too eager bass playing friends dropped it twice, and now it has a crack in it, and it didnt affect the action at all... Im still going to get it fixed, but this thing WILL hold up over time, i LOVE my squier jazz bass!

Comments about Squier Classic Vibe Jazz Bass '60s Bass Guitar:

Excellent value. This bass is top notch for the money. Smooth neck and and clean frets. I'm surprised at how good the quality control is on this bass. I was looking at the Squier Jaguar basses as well since they are in a similar price range and after playing both I can tell you that this bass is much higher quality. From the bridge to the nut this bass wins hands down in this price range. The vintage tint on the headstock looks incredible. I thought that "Squire" on the headstock might bother me a little, but it's actually quite the opposite. Since this thing is made so well I look at that "Squier" as saying "I made a smart purchase and got a killer value."

Comments about Squier Classic Vibe Jazz Bass '60s Bass Guitar:

Squier is producing some amazing instruments these days, and this is no exception. I actually sold a Fender American Vintage '62 Stratocaster Reissue to buy this, and it was definitely worth it. The Strat was a fine guitar, but the Classic Vibe series is stellar.

Right out of the box this bass sounds and feels top-notch. With the two pickups it is very versatile. I use it to play many different styles, from jazz to rock. I will be hard pressed to find a better bass.

Comments about Squier Classic Vibe Jazz Bass '60s Bass Guitar:

Up north in Canada, we have harsh winters with temperatures sometimes getting as low as -35 C. No way am I going out in that cold with my Warwick Infinity or my TRB-6 in a gig bag! So I bought this bass as a "trail instrument". The value for the money is excellent. This is a great back-up instrument and a good introduction to the famed J neck.
All has been said in other reviews.
This is my first experience with a "classic" Fender-style bass so I can't compare with the 'real' thing. Electronics and a slightly slack E string (stock) seem to be the (relative) low point. The factory set-up was very poor, but the guy at the music store was cool enough to let me make my own adjustments on site.
For this kind of money? Very surprising. In a good way.

Comments about Squier Classic Vibe Jazz Bass '60s Bass Guitar:

Had mine for over a year and couldn't be happier. Needed something to leave in the trunk of my car all day and not worry about during the midwest winter. Sounds just like a J-Bass should. Plus, it's got the right "satin" finish on the neck instead of the "poly" type finish on the Vintage Modified series. If you're an old guy looking for a back up bass or a new guy looking for the most instrument for the money, try one of the out.

Comments about Squier Classic Vibe Jazz Bass '60s Bass Guitar:

I've had this bass sense Dec 2008. It has been with me at every show, practice & recording session that we've had. I absolutely love this bass.

The neck is glossy & on the thinner side which is what I prefer. But it doesn't feel sticky or flimsy at all. The body has some weight to it but not so much that it kills your back. The finish on it is great. Still no signs of wear.

As far as the tone I couldn't ask for anything more. It has a well rounded tone. Wether you're looking for highs, mids or lows it can do it all with some tweeting of the knobs. I'm running mine through an Ampeg SVT 4 PRO & 8-10 cab. And didn't have to do a whole lot of EQ'ing.

I can tell you that this bass has been through a lot of abuse. I'm an aggressive player & this thing is still going strong. The only thing that I've changed out was the strap buttons for strap locks. Other than that it's bone stock & it'll stay that way for a long time.

Comments about Squier Classic Vibe Jazz Bass '60s Bass Guitar:

I went to a local guitar shop and played many basses (looking to buy one). The Classic Vibe series by Squier is impressive! This one sounded the best out of the Classic Vibe series. Seroiulsy, this is the best bass money can buy for under this price or even twice the price!!! I have ownned it for about 8 months (many hours of practice and played live around 30 times). I will be recording with it shortly. Very solid bass! BUY NOW!!!

Comments about Squier Classic Vibe Jazz Bass '60s Bass Guitar:

this is a great product. ive owned a few other jazz and precision basses in the past. my first bass was a squier and it was terrible, so i was a bit leary at first when i picked this up by chance while looking at more expensive fenders. i had to keep playing it for a while, the setup was great, great construction, a better bridge than the mexican fenders for sure. tinted headstock, and it SOUNDED great. i bought this and the precision classic vibe 60s bass and i only play the jazz bass. im actually trying to dump the p bass and get another jazz bass just so i can put different pickups on each one. not that they need different pickups, this is a solid jazz bass i just personally want to customize so i will be throwing some quater pounders in one and some custom shops in the other once i get another. smooth neck, great finish, no issues whatsoever, stays in tune pretty well for a squier. all in all you cant beat the price for this bass. dont spend twice as much on the mexican with all the fret buzz that most of those have. at least try one out at your local store.
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Comments about Squier Classic Vibe Jazz Bass '60s Bass Guitar:

I tried this bass at my local store thru their floor model bass amp. I've had a Gibson SG, Spector (Chinese made), Fender (Mexican made), Hagstrom (Indonesian made), Epiphone, and G&L Tribute basses. I can't compare this bass fairly with the Gibson or G&L basses because those are higher end basses, in my opinion. With those 2 brands aside, I would say that I would put this bass in there with the Fenders & Epiphones. Good quality at a pretty decent price. Who isn't on a budget these days? For the most part, you get what you pay for. I believe the higher priced Squiers are a pretty good deal. If you can go try one somewhere, then give this one a shot. I did, and it has me rethinking my attitude towards Squier. Compare it with the Epiphone and Ibanez basses that are close in price to this one. I'm learning not to be a "bass snob." If it sounds good & works well for you, then who cares what brand it is or how much you spent?!
It has just about all you need for a jazz bass. I loved the clear coat on the neck. Some folks prefer a more satin finish, but I'm OK either way. The only thing that looked cheap to me is the pickguard. It's not that great up close. That wouldn't be a deal breaker for me because you can change that if you want. Just a matter of preference. The bridge on this bass is much better than the standard Squier basses. The Olympic White looks really good too. The finish & paint seem to be fairly durable. I always do my best to baby my basses. I think the fretboard is bound too. I might be wrong on that, so forgive me if I am. I wish they would have some more choices on paint colors.
The fretwork was very good, much to my surprise. They did not stick out past the fretboard & weren't sharp at all. The tuners felt tight, and not floppy or loose at all. The bass I tried was so out of tune, the strings had very little tension on them. I tightened them up but I know I wasn't close to being in tune. Despite that, the sound was good. I played it with both pickups all the way up, and then solo'ed each 1. I didn't hear any hum at all. The amp I was using had the treble set about 1 or 2 o'clock. All the knobs were quiet when I turned them, no static. I would say the sound from this bass is on the bright side. Lots of treble there, if you want it. Tone knob adjustment & EQ on the amp should work to cut the treble down, depending on the sound you're looking for. I would probably put flat wounds or half rounds (D'Addairo is my preferred string choice) on this bass. I tried this bass through a Fender Rumble 2x10 combo. (350w?)
I give the value a 9 just because I think you can get a good bass in another brand for close to this price. It's definitely a great buy for a back up or someone just starting out. The one I tried was on sale & I probably would have bought it if I had the money. If you have a good amp, I think you'll be pleased with this bass.