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The Squier Classic Vibe '60s Precision Bass guitar embodies the sound and style that defined a generation. This vintage-inspired bass produces the massive tone that made the P Bass famous, courtesy of its Fender-designed alnico split-coil pickup. With a slim, comfortable C-shaped neck and 9.5" fingerboard, the Classic Vibe '60s P Bass plays fast and feels familiar.

Fender-designed Pickup Delivers Legendary Punch

At the heart of this retro bass lies a Fender-designed alnico split-coil pickup that delivers the punchy tone the P Bass is known for. Roll off the maple neck and pour on the bridge pickup for a throaty growl, or blend them for a balanced attack—this pickup configuration provides a wide range of tones that cut through any mix.

Vintage-Style Bridge Anchors Your Groove

A 4-saddle vintage-style bridge with threaded steel saddles provides solid intonation and anchors your groove. Combined with the maple neck and Indian laurel fingerboard, this bridge helps produce a clear, articulate tone with rich sustain.

Retro Styling for a Classic Look

With a 3-color sunburst finish, tortoiseshell pickguard and nickel-plated hardware, the Classic Vibe '60s Precision Bass looks as cool as it sounds. Vintage-style tuners, dot inlays, and 1960s-inspired headstock graphics complete the retro vibe. A bone nut and narrow-tall frets provide smooth playability.

Portable and protected

A hardshell case is sold separately. The Squier Classic Vibe '60s Precision Bass offers an optional padded gig bag for convenient transport and storage. Protect your investment and keep this iconic bass safe when on the go.

Squier Classic Vibe '60s Precision Bass Guitar 3-Color Sunburst
Squier Classic Vibe '60s Precision Bass Guitar 3-Color Sunburst
Squier Classic Vibe '60s Precision Bass Guitar 3-Color Sunburst

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  • Contoured poplar body with pickguard and gloss finish
  • Bolt-on maple neck with Indian laurel fingerboard and tall narrow frets
  • Fender Designed Alnico Split-Coil pickup with volume and tone
  • Nickel hardware includes vintage-style bridge and tuning machines
warning

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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Neck
  • Shape: C
  • Wood: Maple
  • Neck joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 34"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Finish: Vintage tint gloss
Pickups
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Pickup configuration: Split single-coil
  • Middle: Fender Designed Alnico Split-Coil
  • Brand: Fender
Fretboard
  • Material: Indian Laurel
  • Radius: 9.5"
  • Fret size: Narrow Tall
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut material: Bone
  • Nut width: 1.687" (42.8 mm)
Body
  • Cutaway: Double cutaway
  • Construction: Solidbody
  • Body wood: Poplar
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Controls
  • Control layout: Master volume, tone
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: 4-Saddle Vintage Style with Threaded Steel Saddles
  • Tuning machines: Vintage-style
  • Color: Nickel
Other
  • Number of strings: 4
  • Pickguard: Yes
  • Special features: Electronics
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Country of origin: Indonesia

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4.43

14 Reviews

93%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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I love this P-Bass!!
Awesome Bass

Most Liked Positive Review

4

I like this better than my Fender MIM Jazz Bass

My wife bought me this bass for Christmas and I was skeptical at first based on my prior experience with a 1990s Squier Strat. I quickly discovered that Squier has come a long way in the last 25-30 years and the Classic Vibe series is a testament to that. I did have a problem with the wire connecting the two parts of the pickup fraying while I had taken the electronics off to put on shielding. That could be easily fixed with a soldering iron. The pickup on it sounds very good, though I have already replaced it with a Fender "Original" pickup, just as a matter of personal preference. I love the feel of the neck, which seems to be the perfect shape and size for my hands and style of playing. Don't pass this one up just because it says Squier on the head stock. The best compliment I can give is that lately I have been reaching for this bass instead of my Fender MIM Jazz Bass.

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Most Liked Negative Review

2

Very disappointed

Normally, my experiences with the Squier Classic Vibe lineups have been great. I own several Squier 6-string guitars - 2 CV Telecasters and a CV Strat and another bass (Affinity Jazz Bass). The Classic Vibe Teles and Strat are all excellent in quality and the Jazz Bass is also decent for that price point. This P-Bass was very disappointing however. The amount of fret sprout on the neck was absolutely ridiculous. It's literally unplayable without curtting yourself. I honestly don't know how this guitar made it off the production line and through QA. It's like this all the way up the neck and you would literally cut yourself if you tried to play it. As it is I will have to take it to a luthier to get a good fret rework on it because it's that bad. Not sure if this was just a one-off lemon or if others have experienced this. Disappointing because the other Squier CV's I own are great.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practicing13
  2. Jamming10
  3. Recording10
  4. Small Venues8
  5. Rock Concerts4
Cons
  1. Craftsmanship1
  2. Fret board needs regular oiling to look its best1
  3. Had to be rewired1
  4. Indian Laurel Fretboard has a Dry appearance1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced7
  2. Professional Musician5
  3. Novice2
Pros
  1. Fun To Play12
  2. Good Tone12
  3. Good Feel11
  4. Good Pick Up8
  5. Solid Electronics7

Reviewed by 14 customers

  • Squier Classic Vibe '60s Precision Bass. sounds great to me!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted6 months ago

    byGordon

    fromMadison AL

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    #sweepstakes - I am very happy with my Squier Classic Vibe '60s Precision Bass. This is my first Squire and it sounds great and is well built. Classic Vibe seems to be the best line of Squire products. Setting it up to Fender specs was easy, and after adjusting the truss rod, only the G string needed adjustment for intonation. I plan to use this for home recording, and it sounds like a Fender Precision to me.

  • I would buy this again.

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byRon

    fromLynn, MA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I am learning bass guitar. This sounds great and easy to maneuver. I will change to Flat Wound strings soon; Will Sound better and less scratch noise; Flat Wound strings last longer and has a mellower sound. Nice guitar for the money.

  • What a deal!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byJoe

    fromHighland Lakes, NJ

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I wanted an inexpensive bass for doing home demos. I'm a guitar player and didn't want to spend too much. I got so much more than I expected with this Classic Vibe. Great tone and really nice craftsmanship.

  • I love this P-Bass!!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byMichael

    fromSweet Home, Oregon

    Few tweaks and this one plays perfectly!!

  • Very disappointed

    2

    submitted2 years ago

    byDan

    fromBay Area CA

    Normally, my experiences with the Squier Classic Vibe lineups have been great. I own several Squier 6-string guitars - 2 CV Telecasters and a CV Strat and another bass (Affinity Jazz Bass). The Classic Vibe Teles and Strat are all excellent in quality and the Jazz Bass is also decent for that price point. This P-Bass was very disappointing however. The amount of fret sprout on the neck was absolutely ridiculous. It's literally unplayable without curtting yourself. I honestly don't know how this guitar made it off the production line and through QA. It's like this all the way up the neck and you would literally cut yourself if you tried to play it. As it is I will have to take it to a luthier to get a good fret rework on it because it's that bad. Not sure if this was just a one-off lemon or if others have experienced this. Disappointing because the other Squier CV's I own are great.

  • The Classic Vibe series is the best bang for the buck going

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byBuck

    fromAltadena, CA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    SHOCKINGLY close to the original. in fact YouTube is full of blindfolded shootouts between the CV and American standard models (even a $14,000 Custom Shop) and the CV hangs every time. These are a fantastic platform to mod off of if you are building out a professional custom instrument, and still great stock. Perfect way to fill out holes in a studio collection (which was what I was doing). After a good pro setup - almost indistinguishable on tape from the top of the line.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byRebecca

    fromundisclosed

    Will it come with a gig bag？

    Will it come with a gig bag？

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Unfortunately, no. Please give us a call to help you find something – 855-770-3373

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byNate

    fromundisclosed

    What strings are these specifically?

    What strings are these specifically?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Nickel Plated Steel (.045-.105 Gauges)

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byKingmixer

    fromCentennial, Colorado

    Can this be ordered as a left handed model?

    Can this be ordered as a left handed model?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Yes Please contact a Sales Agent for Special Order placement

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byLleyton

    fromundisclosed

    Will it come with a case

    Will it come with a case

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    This will not come with a case