Squier FSR Classic Vibe Late '50s Precision Bass MN White Blonde
Bass guitar with Anodized Pickguard and Alnico Split-Coil
With the Squier FSR Classic Vibe Late '50s Precision Bass MN White Blonde Squier sends a bass guitar into the race, which combines as an authentic reissue all the appointments of the coveted Vintage originals with an attractive price. In addition to the classic body design with anodized Pickguard the four-string has a maple neck in a wide C-profile, while an Alnico split coil provides the typical, growling Bass sound. naturally completes Hardware in the historically correct Vintage-Style the limited FSR Classic Vibe Late '50s Precision Bass by Fender.
The Squier FSR Classic Vibe Late '50s Precision Bass MN White Blonde promises authentic vintage feel in look and sound.
The Fender Squier FSR Classic Vibe Late '50s Precision Bass MN White Blonde at a glance:
Bass guitar from the Squier Classic Vibe Series
Limited Factory Special Run
Authentic replica of a P-Bass from the late '50s
White Blonde Finish with Gold Anodized aluminum pickguard
Bolt-On construction with 34" long scale length (864 mm)
Nyatoh body
Bolted maple neck
20-fret maple fingerboard with Dot inlays
C-neck profile
One Fender Designed Alnico split-coil pickup in center position
Passive electronics with controls for Volume and Tone
Squier 4-saddle Vintage-Style bass bridge
Squier Vintage-Style bass machine heads
The maple neck in the pleasantly strong C-profile is quadruple-bolted to the Nyatoh body of the Late '50s P-Bass.
Traditional Handling
The design of the FSR Late '50s Precision Bass naturally follows the historically authenticated specifications from the end of the Golden Era. The Nyatoh body with its generous shaping promises comfortable handling, while the bolt-on maple neck in C-profile with 42.8 mm nut width leaves plenty of room for comfortable and clean finger placement.
A split-coil pickup with alnico magnets and the traditional passive circuit promise fat sounds with vintage character.
Typical Preci sound
For the pickup of the Classic Vibe Late '50s P-Bass Squier chooses a Fender designed Alnico split-coil. When plugged into a bass amp, the electric bass guitar delivers authentic vintage tones with punch and growl in the low end, perfect for classic Motown grooves and driving rock rhythms. To adjust the tone, the four-string is equipped with the classic passive electronics of volume control and treble slider.
Four open-gear tuners guarantee a stable and exact tuning of the electric bass.
Vintage-Style Hardware
Last but not least, Squier's FSR Classic Vibe Late '50s Precision Bass MN White Blonde features nickel-plated Vintage-Style hardware that complements the four-stringer's classic look. The signature 4-saddle bridge on the body provides precise intonation and string action adjustment. On the headstock of the Bassopen-gear tuners ensure precise and stable tuning.
I have a large collection of high end bases including Fender Elites, Kubicki’s, Gibson Thunderbirds, MM Stingrays as well as custom builds to name a few.
I purchased the Squier for a few reasons, albeit the first and ultimate reason was so that I could introduce my child to the world of bass playing and let them have their own instrument to do with what they may.
The second reason for choosing this bass was that if my child didn’t take to the instrument then I would happily make use of it, without seeing it as a waste.
I’ve always regarded these bases as entry level albeit well respected at this level, however over the years my perception of the reputation and quality of these instruments has increased, and for good reason.
The main thing I was drawn to on this instrument was the paint finish. The tone of the sunburst looks stunning with a faint grain popping through. The anodised pick guard looks fantastic, not to mention the vintage tint to the maple neck. All in all at first glance the visual aesthetics are incredible, and in person it’s even more of a beauty.
The construction of the bass is solid, the instrument feels good, plays well and even sounds good. I only had to make few minor adjustments to the truss rod and bridge saddles to set the bow and action to how I personally prefer.
All in all, for the price point this is a lovely instrument and one well worth considering.
This is definitely a bass I would be glad to give to a beginner, an intermediate, and is even a bass I enjoy playing myself. Well done to Squier. For all you Fender lovers, don’t be put off by the name on the headstock.
The only issue I found with this bass was with the strings. Whoever has strung the bass during assembly/setup has not allowed for enough string length. On the G string in particular there was barely a full turn around the tuning shaft. I therefore had to re-string the bass with a new set to ensue the correct stable tension when tuning.
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