GNA EXTRA: Unboxing and review of the SQUIER PARANORMAL SERIES RASCAL BASS

[@calbrockocat8728]

Nice bass for someone who wants something a little different without going crazy about it. Fun review!

[@_Yep_Yep_]

Looks cool af with the offset, matching headstock. I dont know beans about bass, but the price seems great. I hope you make some bread gigging on it and enjoy it, Steve.

[@garyhanna9334]

Thanks for this honest review and for doing the strap test for neck dive. Such a cool looking bass in green. Enjoy!

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching.

[@heavyjoechipman3594]

The body build, the bridge, the pickups, the headstock, scale length, and color. I like everything about that bass. Just WOW!🎶🎸❤😊👍

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

Agreed 100%. I definitely think Squier have a hit on their hands with this release.

[@LMaia14]

Great review, man. That bass looks and sounds awesome, hope I can get my hands on one soon. Thanks for taking the time to record and upload the video!

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

Glad to be of service! You won't be disappointed.

[@jasongraveley1621]

Nice to finally hear a comprehensive review of this bass. Great job! Also love the "Head Over Heels" jam :)

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

It's a great bass line! Thanks for noticing... and watching.

[@HoiPolloi]

Nice playing and cool bass! I’m definitely picking one up soon.

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

If you're into something a little exotic, find one of the CME EXCLUSIVE examples in Shell Pink. So cool. 😎

[@spidgeb3292]

Appreciate the very candid and honest reaction to the bass. Subscribed.

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

Thanks for watching!

[@senacht]

Nice throaty sound. Very different from the usual Precision and Jazz vibe. Short scale basses are always a lot of fun to rock out on.

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

Agreed! And it feels full-sized; whereas many short scales feel like toys (Squier Bronco, for instance).

[@congerscott6064]

I don't care what anyone says, I think this is the best shout scale bass out there, I give it five thumbs up all day every day 👍👍👍👍👍.

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

I'm loving mine. I only play bass on a few songs in our set (when our regular bass player is on piano); but I've used it for several gigs already.

[@thomasfaraone4213]

Tested two (I work at a music store). After setting up, it’s fun! the ones I tested were over 9 pounds though so kind of defeats the short scale feel but that bridge pickup is nice

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

I don't have a suitable scale to weigh mine; but it feels to be right in-between my two BASS VIs in terms of weight. Totally acceptable for me.

[@sd3falco]

Right. I think I would like it more if the bridge wasn't so far up on the body. The body looks big for a short scale in my opinion.

[@dismentei]

9:01 all my loving 👍 great review, man, thanx a lot.

[@tracyblair3064]

That sounds GREAT! Looks pretty gear too. 🤘

[@LucaLindemann]

... another dangerous video for my credit card 😂😂😂 it's AWESOME!! The sound is very FAT!!! ❤️❤️❤️ Great video man! Cheers from Italy!👍🏼

[@samlelowitch]

Nicely done. Cool bass.

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

Thank you, good sir.

[@bass-hiroshimanick2534]

Great review and very nice playing/demo! I didn't even know this model existed so it was interesting to see it here on your channel.

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

Indeed, it's a brand-new model; just released.

[@cbenn93308]

Thank you for a really great review!

[@scottm7720]

Congratulations, I love that color!

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

Gracias, Amigo!

[@mitch3925]

There’s also a pink version available for US

[@spinnywise]

You can tell a lot by the first riff someone plays. Mountain Song?!?!! YES PLEASE!! I'd jam with ya!! And, I really want one of these Rascals! I think I'll wait until there's a Christmas sale. Yes, Christmas is coming!!!

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

I've always loved that song and especially that bass riff. And yes, buy yourself a Rascal. You WON'T be disappointed!

[@eltrovarock60]

¡Gran reseña! Muchas gracias.

[@SteveBlancoMusicianWarrior]

Great video and a great bass. Perfect for modding or right out of the box. I might have to add one to my collection.

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

Thank you. I'm really happy with it as-is; but it would be a great mod platform.

[@Sumbibebe]

Great review awesome bass. What are those two gray cabins stacked to the right of the video? Thanks👍🏾

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

Those are 80s Roland keyboard amps. 100 watts. Got the pair for $60 at a yard sale last year.

[@Sumbibebe]

@@guitarnutsanonymous7199 you are a luck guy. Think of me whenever you want to let them go. Thanks for your replay and I’m going to subscribe, too👍🏾

[@jimlittle2782]

The original Rascal bass was a great instrument. The bridge/tailpiece were taken from a Guild design. When Fender sold Guild, they no longer had access to that Guild design, and the original Rascal was removed from production. Original Rascals currently sell for a pretty steep markup on the used market.

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

All true. I have actually played an original Rascal, and it was a great instrument... just not very "bass-y" in tone. But I'd certainly own one!

[@chrismorris294]

I've got an original Rascal. I dont agree with your comments about tone, no problem with me.

[@trevor-johnsen]

Thanks for doing some demoing with a pick & for showing the balance with a strap. A lot of people forget about that kinda stuff. Peace...

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

Happy to be of service. I intend to do a follow up video after I've used the bass for a gig as well.

[@enrikstevz3551]

That's how you do a review. 👏🏼

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

Thank you, good sir. 😁

[@r3b0rn80]

The body seems thin, could you measure the thickness ? Given the overall size of the instrument, they should have made it a 32 inch scale by moving the bridge further ‘outside’ the body. It would also improve the ergonomic for the right hand. I think I will go for the Squier Jaguar H and put a split coil with MM shaped size. Thank you for your video ✌️

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

It's definitely full thickness. Identical to my Squier BASS VIs.

[@andrew6889-p5c]

I’m trying hard not to buy this bass. This isn’t helping. Zero stars. 😂

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

My humble apologies! And definitely don't look up SHELL PINK RASCAL BASS on Google either...

[@hghalo]

Cool demo! Where you at in TN?

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

Picturesque Antioch! 😂

[@jugglerj0e]

I want this! Its got those fat humbuckers like a Thunderbird/Embassy bass but shortscale. It would be great for blues and classic rock.

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

Between the 3-position pickup switch and the tone control, I get the impression that this bass would work for nearly any style of music.

[@kingstumble]

If it had a P Bass size nut width I would be interested.

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

I'd suggest trying one out regardless. You might surprise yourself.

[@kingstumble]

@@guitarnutsanonymous7199 I doubt it. I have bought three Jazz basses over the years thinking I might get used to them. I didn't and sold them. I'm sticking with my trusty Precision.

[@StevenDoyleLuke]

Has anyone found a suitable gig bag for this cool bass?

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

I haven't tried any bags yet, but it fits perfectly in a Jazz Bass hardshell case. That's what I'm using for it...

[@StevenDoyleLuke]

@@guitarnutsanonymous7199 Thanks, Bro!

[@sludgebob5961]

I want this and that 12 string hehe

[@Yougotadollar]

Yeah that Jazzmaster XXII has caught my eye too.

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

I want all but the Nashville Strat.

[@Yougotadollar]

Pretty much the same thing here. I’ll be glad when AMS finally gets a shipment. I can grab 2 and have them payed off in 3 months.

[@sludgebob5961]

@@guitarnutsanonymous7199 yeah honestly I hate sunburst finishes

[@ashgonza92]

I just don't know about having a short scale with a weird body shape. Kinda defeats the whole purpose of compact, portable ergonomic playing "mini" basses.

[@cfibb]

I’m with you on that. Wish they’d made it more compact like the Mustang, with bridge farther away from neck pocket...but doing that might’ve lost a couple of frets. My Mustang PJ has only 19 frets but it is nice and short overall. I’ve been hunting for a short scale bass with a few more frets. To preserve the Rascal’s 21 frets whilst moving bridge/reducing overall instrument length, the body would have to be reimagined to have a deeper cutaway...perhaps like the Serek Midwestern 2. (Serek has 21 but is more compact because of bridge location. And pricier.) Despite g.a.s-ing pretty hard on the Serek, buying this Squire will save me about 3k! 😅 Although it probably won’t fit in a Mono guitar gig bag like the Mustang does which IS easier for overhead bins when traveling.🤔 If there ends up being either an ergonomic issue or playability hindrance with the Paranormal Rascal’s length then I’ll just sell it. Apparently it’s a limited run on these Squires so maybe the value will hold. And maybe Fender will come up with something even better eventually.

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

Check out the ESP BASS IV if you're interested in a full-scale version of the same bass (in shape, at least). Looks great in 34" scale.

[@marcraygun6290]

I think bass vi is my favourite fender body shape

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

I think the only Fender shape I like more was on the uber-rare BASS V. Almost too hideous for words, and I loved it! LOL

[@marcraygun6290]

@@guitarnutsanonymous7199 oh I agree the bass vi was excellent design quirky and cool

[@ronwilcox7716]

👍

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

They're selling them cheap on Fender's website right now...

[@TheJarangtidur]

looks alot like ibanez talman

[@guitarnutsanonymous7199]

I never thought about it, but you're right.

[@TheJarangtidur]

@@guitarnutsanonymous7199 i have one tc420 with sparkle green. it's uncanny haha

[@chancemiller9340]

Why would anyone want the black bass over that awesome green one?

[@mirkosmi1800]

The sound is a little strange unusual ... I don't like it.....I am convinced that you have better guitars and basses