2016 Squier Classic Vibe '70s Precision Bass

Squiers have come a long way. I remember my first bass -- a late-'90s Squier Jazz -- and it was nothing like this piece of kit. This Precision is well-machined, accurately-built, and sounds big. The Seymour Duncan (aftermarket upgrade, in this case?) pickups are a lot more stoutly-wound than average, I think, so it's got a fat, punchy tone with a pretty steep emphasis in the lows compared to a P-style pickup on, say, a Mexican Standard... but what's "standard" for Fender-made stuff these days, anyway? There are so many options now.

Anyhow, after a quick setup this is ready to roll and playing slick and fast. It has some minor scratches and a small ding on the back but otherwise it's basically "shopworn" or "as-new" and the owner has outfitted it with a nice strap, strap locks, and good case.

Repairs included: quick setup.


Body wood: solid nyatoh

Bridge: brass-saddles, adjustable

Fretboard: maple

Neck wood: maple

Pickups: 1x Duncan Design split-single P-style


Action height at 12th fret: 3/32” bass 1/16” treble (fast, spot-on)
String gauges: 100w-45w or similar

Neck shape: slim-medium C

Board radius: ~7.5"

Truss rod: adjustable

Neck relief: straight

Fret style: bigger, wider


Scale length: 34"

Nut width: 1 5/8"

Body width: 13"

Body depth: 1 5/8"

Weight: 9 lbs 4 oz


Condition notes: it's quite clean save minor usewear here and there on the body. It looks like it's just "shopworn." The frets are essentially new.


It comes with: a nice heavy-duty strap, straplocks installed, and a good foam-style case.

















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