Reviving an Iconic J Bass Era
Halfway through its first decade of life, the Jazz Bass of the mid-’60s produced versatile sounds and stunning looks, which is precisely why Squier devised the Limited-edition Classic Vibe Mid-’60s Jazz Bass! Tributing this definitive era, this 4-string poses an aesthetic that turns back the clock with era-appropriate charm, boasting old-school elements like a painted headstock, nickel-plated hardware, vintage-style clover tuning machines, and a 4-saddle vintage-style bridge. With its universally appealing “C”-shaped neck carve and a silky-smooth Indian laurel fretboard, Sweetwater guitarists love how the LE Classic Vibe Mid-’60s Jazz Bass feels in hand, making an exceptional companion for bassists of all backgrounds. Not to mention, a duet of built-by-Fender alnico single-coil pickups awaits to deliver iconic J Bass tonality with per-pickup Volumes and a master Tone control on standby.
Remarkable control
Despite its modest price point, the LE Classic Vibe Mid-’60s Jazz Bass plays with the feel of a natural performer, and there are a few features to thank for it. Its poplar body remains relatively lightweight when standing up and rests comfortably over the knee with its traditional long waist shaping. The comfort continues up the maple neck, as a slimmer “C”-shaped profile offers bassist-wide control for laying down lines with confidence. Finally, a fingerboard of Indian laurel poses a 9.5-inch radius to promote even greater command and deliver exceptional gliding ease across all of its 20 frets.
Alnico single-coils by Fender
Plug in and hear the LE Classic Vibe Mid-’60s Jazz Bass absolutely roar to life! With dueling single-coils at the middle and bridge positions, those classically characterful J Bass tones are right within reach. Delivered with genuine alnico-magnet engineering direct from Fender, the LE Classic Vibe Mid-’60s Jazz Bass plucks, punches, and growls with as much energy as the original model intended. Plus, its assortment of J Bass controls, including a master Tone knob with per-pickup Volumes, gives this 4-string a seriously sculptable tonal palette. From the funkiness of Flea and the prog-infused punch of Geddy Lee to the driving blues lines of John Paul Jones, the sonics of this 4-string open doors for any Jazz Bass sound you favor.
Clad like a true classic
The mid-’60s left its mark on the Jazz Bass in more ways than just sound and feel, with its hardware and stylistic appointments really telling a groovy tale of the era. The LE Classic Vibe Mid-’60s Jazz Bass sports nickel-plated hardware to engage an old-school sheen, making its way from the vintage-style and open-gear clover tuning machines down to the proper 4-saddle vintage-style bridge. Its throwback finish and pickguard will turn heads as well, complemented perfectly by a painted headstock that dons period-correct Jazz Bass graphics. A truly Classic Vibe, indeed!
Squier Limited-edition Classic Vibe Mid-'60s Jazz Bass Features:
- Poplar body is relatively lightweight and sits comfortably contoured over the knee
- Maple neck with slimmer "C" profile welcomes bassists of all types
- Smooth-playing Indian laurel fingerboard houses 20 frets
- 2 x alnico single-coil pickups by Fender deliver true Jazz Bass tones
- Per-pickup Volumes and a master Tone control make tone shaping a breeze
- Nickel-plated hardware offers old-school look, including the vintage-style clover tuners and 4-saddle bridge
- Throwback finish and painted headstock with classic graphics play the vintage part perfectly
