FenderSquier Classic Vibe 70s Precision Bass, Walnut, Maple Fingerboard

Squier hits it out of the park with this one. If you're wanting the Fender bass experience, but aren't' ready for the Fender price, you can't go wrong here. Every player who has seen and/or handled this instrument is wowed by the quality of construction as well as the attractive finish and design. The sound is what you'd expect from a bass 2-3 times the price. Was delivered set up properly, buzz-free, nicely intonated.

I've been eyeballing this bass for a while, as I've been lusting after a P bass with a maple neck and black block inlays (which is something that's generally not offered). I've heard other people say that the Squier Classic Vibe series is easily on par with more expensive instruments like the "Made in Mexico" Fenders (or better) and I have to believe that they're right. I've only had this a day, but I'm already in love, and I've had or have some very expensive and well made basses and guitars to compare with over the years. The neck feels very good and there's no fret ends sticking out anywhere. The hardware seems pretty good, as this is where companies save money on lower end stuff. The tuning gears seem to be really good, the pickups sound very good and the pots and jack seem decent (I'm a tinkerer and will likely change out the pots to some good CTS or Dunlop pots later). After a slight truss rod and string height adjustment I played it for a good hour to put it through the paces and I can definitely say it's a keeper. Sounds and plays great out of the box, but as with anything, a little tweaking of the setup will never hurt (I'll do intonation and a more thorough setup later). It's pretty light (which anyone that's played 4 hour gigs knows is a huge deal) and the finish on the body and neck is outstanding. The roasted maple neck looks stunning, and the body is very subtle, but the closer you look the better it looks. I'm well aware that it's just a veneer over a cheaper wood, but the whole "tone wood" thing has been tested and proven to largely be a none issue with electric instruments, as 99% of the tone comes from the pickups and amp/speaker choices. This is my second Squier, and I must say this ain't your uncle's cheap piece of crap from yesteryear. Bravo on a well made, well priced and exceptionally functional instrument. A workin' man's bass, if you will.

Excellent bass with a nice sound. Very easy to play and required minimal adjustment when it arrived to eliminate a bit of fret buzz. Looks the part too, with a nice retro styling. Make sure you get a good strap as it’s no lightweight.

Es un poquito más ligero de lo que yo prefiero pero es un instrumento increíble, la línea Classic vibe de squier nunca decepciona con la gran calidad por el precio.

These Squier Classic Vibe basses are the best value for money. As good as any US Fender bass. I have both the J bass and now the P bass. Alnico pickups, bone nut...and the finish is perfect.