Squier Deluxe Jazz Bass Active V 5-String Electric Bass Guitar  (Used)

Comments about Squier Deluxe Jazz Bass Active V 5-String Electric Bass Guitar:

If "mass" is an important ingredient for a five-string, then, SQUIRE hit a homer in that department: it is MASSIVE! The huge, 2-inches-at-the-nut neck, with the stunning, un-dotted Ebonal fingerboard is a joy to play. The spacing on the strings is what I have been waiting for in a "five": the E, A, D, and G strings seem the same as my four-string Precisions and Stingrays. The dual-pickups and active-circuitry offer a clean spectrum of mind-boggling, "anything-is-possible" sounds and tones. The "slap-switch" is VERY useful, efficient and FUN. By watching my tuner, and experimenting with DAMPENING of the low-B string at the bridge, I was able to shorten the excursion-time of the open-B dramatically; and, as such, I am really optimistic about what will be possible with the proper limiting/compression, high/low pass, attack/gain applications; and, the addition of an 18" speaker-cab to my, now, 3-way system. I was expecting the first and second harmonics to be a nightmare, but, they were right-on and the intonation of all five strings was fine, right-out-of-the-box. The thing is HEAVY but,I am certain it needs to be so. The black finish on the body is superb, as is the overall craftmanship. There could not possibly be a better VALUE out there! No matter what your cast is as a musician, this is the only five-string you will need. Kudos SQUIRE!

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I love the bass, but this was the single worst purchasing experience I ever had online. The original guitar shipped in a 3.5" thick box which had been shipped at least twice before, NO padding, and with damage that occured before it was boxed. Someone had to see that. So it went back the same day.

When I finally got a good replacement, it was also shipped poorly, no packing, and in the same skinny container. I consider that a small miracle. Do you guys even know what UPS loaders do with flat, skinny boxes? They are WEDGES to support a tight row, or to tie off a tier. The LOVE long, flat boxes. Please don't do that to our instruments. Put these things inside shipping cartons!

I won't ever buy from Musician's Friend again, and I have been a customer since 1997.

Comments about Squier Deluxe Jazz Bass Active V 5-String Electric Bass Guitar:

First I want to say that I've been playing jazz basses for over 16 years of my life and let me tell ya:
Forget about spending thousands on American fenders or any other custom jazz bass from crazy luthiers around! THIS IS THE BEST JAZZ BASS ON THE MARKET! Everything is right about this bass. Very solid built with nice selection of woods for the price. Great string spacing (It's not narrow like everyone says), 3-way active electronics with mid frequency switch toggle... you kidding me? Why fender does not make one single bass like that? I don't understand... Overall, stop looking for 5-string basses now and get this one. Can't go wrong! Kudos to Squier!

Comments about Squier Deluxe Jazz Bass Active V 5-String Electric Bass Guitar:

My wife surprised me with this bass for my birthday. I've been smiling ever since!! The set up was nice right out of the box! I noticed some slight intonation adjustment needed, but I'm the only one who noticed at church. The versatility of this bass is wonderful!! It gives the thunder and with the flip of a switch, the lovely twang of slap eq'd lightning! The neck feels like this bass was custom made just for me!! The pickups have a little more gain than I want, and the bass boost can overpower, but those are not really horrible problems to have. LOVE IT!!

Comments about Squier Deluxe Jazz Bass Active V 5-String Electric Bass Guitar:

I like this bass so much I have one in white and one in black. BUT, I had to send both back the first time because of faulty preamps. The second basses are keepers. Again, like others mentioned, I sat in the store and played everything in sight regardless of price. I love active electronics to cut through a mix. And the ebanol wide fingerboard is perfect for me. I hate skinny neck basses. I use these basses a lot. They sound and look and feel great and I don't have to worry about an expensive bass taking a hit in the local Irish tavern. 41/2 stars. I'd give it 5 but the return thing takes away 1/2 star.

Comments about Squier Deluxe Jazz Bass Active V 5-String Electric Bass Guitar:

I am a lead guitar player, so I am no expert on bass guitars. I have owned a Ibanez 5 string with active pickups, for the same price range the squier vintage and deluxe models have a better tone. For the money that I paid for this bass I believe that quality surpasses the price. The sound is clean, the bottom B is awesome and it is made from a heavier wood. If you are looking for a good bass without breaking your pockets I would recommend this bass. It is a beauty in appearance and sound.

Comments about Squier Deluxe Jazz Bass Active V 5-String Electric Bass Guitar:

This is an entry level cost-wise bass that outperforms much more expensive axes. The active electronics and wide ebanol fingerboard give this bass a beautiful clear sound right down to the low B. I like them so much this is my second one, but in both cases, the first one I ordered had to sent back because of faulty electronics. But if you find a good one, these basses kick total butt.

Comments about Squier Deluxe Jazz Bass Active V 5-String Electric Bass Guitar:

Incredible bass for the money. It has the feel and features of a much more expensive bass. It is a little heavy but, the body is much more comfortable than my previous 5 string. Looks good, plays well, and sounds good too. It did need a neck adjustment right out of the box. But, it is now my favorite bass. Pretty incredible when you consider I would have never considered a Squire years back. I would have no problem gigging with this bass. As a matter of fact, I'm thinking about buying another one just so I can have a spare.

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I own a variety of high-quality basses including American G&Ls, Fenders & Music Mans...but the 'Beater' that I use on the road is this Squier. I actually quit using the $1575 G&L on the road because I couldn't get the sound that I wanted. This Squier actually gives me a deeper tone. It's without a doubt the best 'bang for the buck' out there in the inexpensive 5-string market. The only mods I have made include: lowering the action, & installing Ernie Ball 'Power Slinky' Strings...thats it. It sounds amazing. It's honestly so inexpensive that it's hard to take it serious, but it's the real deal.

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Note: Its A Squier!! so in the beginning what you pay for is what you get
I bought the bass when it first came out, so I paid a little bit more then what it is now , In the beginning id loved the sound and love the black neck , but as I became a wiser bass player I knew what kinda sound I wanted so in doing so I had the whole in side changed, I change the pick up to EMG and put an AGUILAR OBP-3 in side and now its a (WHAT I CALL IT ) a SUPER FENDER SQUIRE bass sound like a 2,000 dollar bass, sounds better than the Regular Fender
For me it was a good start off bass for getting into a five sting bass, when you first buy it youd think its the best bass you ever bought!! but once you start hearing other bass and how it sound its gona make you think, i also have a custom made bass and sometimes i still play the fender squier more cause of the changes i put into it
Cheap bass, good price also good for make your own changes to it