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Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI - Black

6-string Electric Bass with Poplar Body, Maple Neck, Indian Laurel Fingerboard, 3 Single-coil Pickups, and Vibrato - Black
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Delightfully Affordable Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI

The Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI is descended from the historic Fender Bass VI (1961–1975) that was embraced by guitar and bass luminaries alike. Jack Bruce played one in the early days of Cream. George Harrison used one in the Beatles' "Hey Jude" video. The Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI puts classic Fender bass tone, looks, and feel into your hands at an amazing price point. It features a lightweight, resonant poplar body cut in that unmistakable, vintage Jaguar body shape that not only looks great but lays comfortably against your body for hours of comfortable playing. In addition, a unique trio of single-coil pickups on the Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI put out an array of rich, full low-end tone as well as great midrange and touches of treble. And a classic maple neck with "C"-shaped profile brings you that legendary Fender playability and comfort — just ask bassists here at Sweetwater how much they enjoy this vintage neck.

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Oh, that neck!

This solid maple neck with C-shaped profile also features an Indian Laurel fingerboard with elegant white binding that provides yet another layer of comfort and playability. In addition, a vintage-style bridge with non-locking floating vibrato provides reliable pitch expression and tuning stability.

The Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI features a stellar trio of single-coil pickups

The Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI features a trio of Fender Designed alnico single-coil pickups. This unique array along with three on/off slide switches — one for each pickup — and a “strangle” bass-cut slide switch, put an impressive array of tonal options at your fingertips. You can dial in smooth low end for classic bass tone, as well as a slightly brighter range for a more "guitar-like" sound. And because the Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI is tuned E–E, one octave lower than standard guitar tuning, you can really dip in and out of both worlds with comfortable familiarity.

Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI Features:

  • Poplar body gloss polyurethane finish
  • 4-ply tortoiseshell Pickguard:
  • Maple neck, C profile, 30" scale length
  • Indian Laurel fingerboard, 9.5" radius, 21 Narrow Tall frets, Dot inlays
  • 3 Fender Designed alnico single-coil pickups
  • Master Volume and Tone controls
  • 3 on/off switches (1 for each pickup)
  • 2-position for Bass-cut "Strangle" circuit
  • Bass VI bridge; 1.685" bone nut
  • Vintage Style tuning machines
  • Factory STRINGS: NPS 24–84, Standard E–E tuning

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Tech Specs

  • Number of Strings: 6
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  • Body Shape: Bass VI
  • Color: Black
  • Body Material: Poplar
  • Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
  • Neck Material: Maple
  • Neck Shape: C
  • Neck Joint: Bolt-on
  • Radius: 9.5"
  • Fingerboard Material: Indian Laurel
  • Fingerboard Inlay: White Pearloid Block
  • Number of Frets: 21, Narrow Tall
  • Scale Length: 30"
  • Nut Width: 1.685"
  • Nut Material: Bone
  • Bridge/Tailpiece: Bass VI
  • Tuners: Vintage-style
  • Neck Pickup: Fender Alnico Single-coil
  • Middle Pickup: Fender Alnico Single-coil
  • Bridge Pickup: Fender Alnico Single-coil
  • Controls: 1 x master volume, 1 x master tone; 3 x on/off slide switches, 1 x bass-cut strangle circuit switch
  • Strings: NPS, .024-.084
  • Case Included: Sold Separately
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 0374580506

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Baritone Bass That Nothing Can Replace!

Having played 4 String Electric Bass since 12 years of age, I never thought I'd find another Bass with 6 strings that would stand above the rest. Well, the Squire Bass VI definately ranks #1 so far. Bass players can still get those sweet and mellow low 4 string frequencies while enjoying the challenges of melodic higher scale notation. This Squire BASS can do it all.
If interested, please view my Review Video here also. I discuss many details while demoing the Squire Bass VI. Thanks to Sweetwater and to my Sales Rep!

Strings substituted over the Factory string gauge set:
(La Bella 767-6F Flatwound Bass VI Strings .026-.095)
by Tom on
Music background: Bass, Guitar and Home Recording

Great instrument, with a little work

This is a really awesome instrument - I've been alternating between playing it as a pick bass (favoring the neck/middle pickup through a bass amp) and as a baritone guitar (favoring the bridge pickup with strangle switch on through a PRS archon), and still can't really make up my mind on which it does better. Either way, chances are if you're eyeing this you already have an idea in mind how to use it.

If you do much reading on the Squier Bass VI online, it's evident there are a few problems out of the box. I'll outline how I addressed each.

1. Bad tuning/tremolo stability
The Bass VI has a tremolo, and it's terribly designed. This is fortunately easy to fix. At the trem plate, there is a screw you can tighten to restrict the tremolo. I've added a photo with the screw circled. Next, you will want to remove the bridge, noting that the bridge posts are a couple millimeters too small for their holes, giving them lots of wiggle room. I wrapped the bridge posts in masking tape as a temporary solution, so the posts fit snug in the holes. You could also use a sleeve bearing or similar.

2. Low E intonation
The intonation range on the bridge saddles is limited, and in fact make it impossible to intonate the low E. So while you've got the bridge out from step 1, put it back in backwards, such that the intonation screw heads face the pickups (see photo). This gives the saddles a little extra room, enough to properly set intonation later. From here, you can proceed with your usual setup routine (neck relief, action, intonation, etc).

While I was doing this, one of the stock strings broke, so I put on a replacement set. D'Addario EXL156 is what I used, and appears to be the same gauge and was a perfect fit. Some people go heavier, lighter, or make custom string sets; of course, that decision is left to personal preference.

At this point for me, it's a very playable instrument that I record with and wouldn't hesitate to bring on stage. Some next steps for improvement would probably be upgrading the bridge and nut, but I see those as nice-to-have and not totally necessary right now.
by Jason from Michigan on

Amazing

I play bass in a trio and need to cover melody lines and some simple guitar solos. I previously did this on a "regular" bass. This added a whole new dimension to our music! Thank you Squier for keeping this model, and thank you Sweetwater for getting this to me in great condition!
by Tim Hums on
Music background: Weekend warrior!

So cool

Yes, it's a bass, but still in its own class. This is a fun, versatile instrument with an incredible sonic range. The stock pickups, each with its own voice, and Jaguar-like switching make choosing your tone lot if fun.
I'd read all the negative stuff before I bought and I'd decided ahead to have the pros at Sweetwater do a full setup and switch it to the Labella flats. This thing is so cool! If they set one out in the showroom fitted in-house like they did mine they could sell these by the boxcar load. Their guitar shop is the best!
It's not gonna replace a P-bass, but if you've already got one of those then add this to your gear. And the whammy bar is a big plus, too.
by Patrick Gentis from Auburn, IN on
Music background: Bass fan since Disco.

the jack white without a pedal

It's literally the Jack White guitar but with no pedal to make it go down lol
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