Medium scale monster! | Squier Affinity Jaguar H [Demo/Review]

What's the deal with this 32", middle humbucking Frankenstein's monster?
Brand new for 2021, Squier have re-launched their affinity range with all new specs, colours and models. But what about this strange little bass? Let's see what it can do!
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[@sethchenko]

The piece i got was made in their Indonesian factory and the neck is amazing! a mark or two in the wood grain/finish that didn't come off but it just makes you wanna play the damn thing! Smooth, comfortable, no sharp fret ends or protruding skunk stripe, no buzz and as good a truss rod as you ever need. Tuning stability's great too so I'm gonna change the pickup and electronics out and it's a sure winner!

[@deangomes6280]

The neck is an easy fix. Use 600 grit sandpaper smooth it out and use beeswax on it and hand polish it. It’ll be one of the best feeling necks you’ve had. It’s a great platform for modification. Depending on how crazy you want to get it could be very interesting. Lightweight tuners and a hi mass bridge would help with the neck dive. I’ve thought about adding more pickups to it. We’ll see I’ve got other projects to begin and complete first.

[@JonnyDibble]

That's some great advice! Definitely a solid platform to mod

[@donjuanmckenzie4897]

600? Is that really necessary? You can get very smooth polish with 120 grit sandpaper.

[@TinkerToneworks]

I used 400 and tung oil

[@tindragicevic1793]

Personally Got one for my project bass and the thing was easy and fun to mod, now Sounds and plays Like a million dollars!

[@williamperri3437]

I’m a drummer that regrets selling my Squier vintage modify jazz bass to my brother! My other regret with my super short fingers and hands is not buying the discontinued short scale version of this bass that was 200 but nail cells used for over 400 😂😢 So, this bass is like a bit bigger than SC but smaller than standard?

[@patrickhunter]

They just need to make a damn Mike Kerr signature already!

[@JonnyDibble]

TAKE MY MONEY

[@TenFalconsMusic]

I'd be happy with a Patrick Hunter or Jonny Dibble signature model. Would be interesting to see what you two would create.

[@matthewbroadbent609]

It's kindof sad this is the closest you can get to it unless you get one of those mustang pawn shop series.

[@MrSpagget]

Just take this one and give it some upgrades. Maybe you'll become new Mike Kerr uh ?

[@USSLIBERTYREMEMBERER]

Matthew Broadbent It’d take some work, but you can drop a mud bucker in a MM rout without too many issues. the bass WRHB is literally just a mudbucker with a cool cover, it’s very dissimilar from the guitar version

[@91cog]

Great honest review Jonny! I really like my Squier Classic Vibe 32’ PJ Jag Bass, it’s a shame they’ve just missed the mark on a few bits with the Affinity.

[@JonnyDibble]

Cheers mate, those Jags seem awesome! Still great for the money 👍

[@shakyblues2099]

Thanks for the honesty. I was actually looking at one of these as a potential buy and upgrade project. I'll keep looking... 👍

[@crisestradajr.3044]

Jonny, - your honesty is refreshing; - we need more reviews like this. While I may not agree with you on some points, - others will benefit by taking note of what you do like and don't like about this bass. Several years ago, I had Warmoth build me a G4 body with a Stingray pickup in what the they call the "sweet spot" position; - a little bit further back than the Jaguar H but not in the standard Stingray closer to the bridge location. It had a meatier sound than a J-Bass or Stingray yet more clarity than a Precision. Of note: the bass was a long-scale instrument and the pickup was a Bartolini MMC Stingray replacement. That may also have contributed to the sound and tone of the bass. Thanks again for your presentation. Cheers!

[@JonnyDibble]

Oh wow that sounds awesome! I'd love to hear that. Sounds like the best of all worlds. Thanks very much for tuning in and for the kind words 😊

[@kevmac1230]

I quite like mine and while the stripe doesn't bother me personally I guess I would some.But standing with it strapped I get minimal if no neck dive.I own 26 basses of all types from cheapos' like this to high level like Spector and I find myself picking this Jaguar up very often.It is a great value and a fantastic modding platform.

[@JonnyDibble]

I'm glad you like it! That's great 😊very jealous of those basses haha

[@davidbarclay54]

At that price point it offers a decent beginner’s bass or perhaps even an interesting modding platform. Mind you, I don’t like excessive neck dive and I am amazed that in today’s high tech world it has not been eliminated at all price points. We can put businessmen in space but can’t balance a bass on a strap. I thought the sounds were basic but usable and certainly not bad.

[@JonnyDibble]

Agree with all of this! Haha great analogy. Think that comes down to components in the end, I'm sure some light weight machine heads and a hi mass bridge could fix the dive

[@williamperri3437]

Is the Squier Jaguar short scale better than this bass? When that's all it was just over two hundred but now you have to spend 350 to 400 to get one used

[@olivera.173]

Love this channel so much. Always gets me motivated to play something new even on the days when I have 0 motivation

[@JonnyDibble]

Ah that's awesome dude! Glad you like it 😊

[@rickyshore-df4xi]

Hi Jonny - and thank you for your GREAT channel! I have Squire Classic Vibe Jaguar Bass (I actually have TWO of them!). The body on the Classic Vibe version is very very slightly bigger than the Affinity Jag Bass, and the body is made of different wood. As a result, the Squire Classic Vibe Jaguar bass has ZERO neck-divce and seems to be PERFECTLY balanced. I LOVE the Classic Vibe Jag bass and have always been curious about how the Affinity plays and sounds. Thanks for your EXCELLENT review!

[@JonnyDibble]

Hi! Thanks very much ro the kind words 😁 I do love Jaguars. I've got a Vintage Modified one and it is really nice - would live to compare it to the CV!

[@willistaylor4077]

And the "contradiction" for me is, on this video, is I absolutely love your playing on this instrument. ❤️❤️🎵🎵💕 And, I've put one on lay-by for myself. It felt nice to me in the store. 🙂

[@JonnyDibble]

Oh you, thank-you! Glad you like the bass mate, enjoy! 😄

[@BiggieSmallpox]

Great review. It’s my first bass, I’ve had it about 5 months. I got injured about 2 months ago and been stuck in bed while I’m learning to walk again. So this bass has got me through it and kept me busy and helped tremendously. I’ve wondered why I’m not getting some of the tones I’m used to hearing, and realized the pickup is pretty strange compared to other models. I haven’t really played anything else so I don’t have much to compare it to, but I probably spend 6-8 hours a day on it right now haha. I’m sure once I get out and pick up a higher end bass it’ll blow my mind. But for now i dig it, and gives me something to look forward to and positive to focus on.

[@JonnyDibble]

Dude, I’m so glad to hear it’s giving you such amazing support through such a hard time. Wishing you the speediest and most successful recovery! If you have any questions about what to get next based on the tones you want, let me know!

[@Hereweare75]

I would call this a Bipolar review, lol. This is why people should have the product and play with it for 1-2 weeks before making a review. I appreciate your honesty.

[@projectz975]

highkey love it if they made a MIJ or MIA version of this, maybe with a coil split switch

[@demostf3944]

Love this review. Subscribed.

[@JonnyDibble]

Thanks very much!

[@WilDBeestMF]

I kinda love the sound of this thing picked through the sim with the tone half shut. It does look like a bumpy ride, though.

[@ItamarMedeiros]

Thanks for your review! So it seems the only downside is the pickup… apart from replacing the pickup, do you think you could make up for the lack of highs with a brighter set of strings? Like a DR High Beams or d’Addario XL?

[@LucaLindemann]

I bought the limited edition in orange metallic colour. This bass is awesome how it is made. I had lots of classic vibe basses but the build quality of this gem is absolutely premium. The neck is superb, the action is awesome. The frets are well refined and mounted on the keyboard. I have nothing to complain for the assembly, and the colour is really mind-blowing. The only weak part I think it's, as usual, the electronic and the pickup: it's a little too muddy to me with the tone 100% closed. I think I'll replace it with an Italian handmade one I know and I'll upgrade the electronic with vintage pots and an orange drop capacitor. The other upgrade I might do is to add a 3 way switch to get parallel/series/single configuration. Will see... Nice and exhaustive video as usual!!👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼❤️

[@scstinger5]

I really like the sound of that bass! Just wish it was a 34” scale…. I do have a old bass neck in the garage, maybe I’ll get one and Frankinbass it. Thanks for the review 🤙

[@andreafancellu301]

Hi,it's possible?neck 34"scale in 32"bass body?

[@LucaLindemann]

@@andreafancellu301 actually no. The diapason would change and it wouldn't be in tune. The space from the nut to the twelve fret must be the same from the twelve to the bridge saddles. The bridge should be probably moved to the end of the body to be in tune. Useless.

[@eddododo]

I played one of these at GC, and I was sincerely blown away by how good I thought it sounded. Like I’m either gonna buy one on a rainy day, or I’m going to build my next bass with an MM in that ~P position

[@markjamesmusic7351]

I bought the white pj, black jazz, butterscotch tele and the white and black HH strat in the new affinity range and sent them all back. I had exactly what you said about the scuffs on the neck. None of them are as good as mu Mexican standard stuff and you totally get what you pay for and a reason why there is different series going up through the price ranges.

[@TenFalconsMusic]

I too feel this particular Jaguar bass isn't for me. Looks nice though. That being said, I received my new Squier Affinity Precision (Indonesian) yesterday (£207 from GAK in Brighton) and I'm completely chuffed with it. I did spend an hour fine tuning it's setup, but I'm massively picky about the string height & intonation being perfect. I initially wanted it as just a rehearsal bass, but now I'm definitely going to gig it.

[@JonnyDibble]

Oh awesome! The PJ was my top choice, but I couldn't not document this really interesting Jag. May have to get the P. Glad you're loving it 😍

[@Wombatmetal]

I have a Jaguar H and absolutely love it; I bought it to mod and it now has an EMG pickup, an MMHZ. I have mever noticed the feel of the skunk stripe on the back of the neck so I can't verify that. Neck dive, yes that's an issue but a good strap alleviated that to a large degree. I can't say how I like the stock pickup, I didn't have it on long but it didn't impress me. But with the MMHZ I really like the sound. I find myself playing this bass more and more for practice. My main bass is a Fender Player Jaguar, in all black with an ebony fretboard, and I just love that bass.

[@jaxonvictoria4345]

Hey Dean, me again! Several days in and I’m still in love with my Jaguar H. I’m ordering a unique passive harness for it with volume-toggle-tone using CTS mini pots. The toggle is for series/single/parallel like my main player, my Sterling. Same here, I don’t feel the skunk stripe. The neck on mine is near dang perfect.

[@Wombatmetal]

@@jaxonvictoria4345 Sounds link it will be a banger. I am putting CTS pots in my Player Jaguar. Small world.

[@JonnyDibble]

Glad yours is better in the skunk department! I think it's more of a QC quirk rather than a standard feature. Ah I bet that's a bit hotter sounding! Awesome. Oh man, those Jags are incredible. I miss mine!!

[@howardparks6478]

I have that exact bass and love it!

[@bflo1000]

I really like the sound of this bass...and the placement of the pup.

[@JonnyDibble]

I'm glad! Its got a particular vibe that will suit some down to the ground 👌

[@bflo1000]

@@JonnyDibble Yeah...it's not as bright as a MM or as muddy as an old Gibby EB bass.

[@sunn_bass]

Interesting take on this bass. I got this same bass this week. Love the lake placid blue. There is some neck dive, but not too bad with a good strap, way better balance than any thunderbird. The build quality and fit/finish on are great on mine. After tweaking the truss an 1/8th turn and adjusting the bridge a little the action is perfect. The fretwork is great The pickup is solid, very hot output but has less treble that some folks might expect. I think it has enough clarity. Overall a keeper and solid bass for the price. I prefer it over the Squier CV Jag. I'm debating whether to mod it or not. If i do i would go with high mass bridge and light weight tuners. One note. My blue is from china. I looked at the fender site. Both the blue and black with maple fingerboard appear to be from the China factory. The charcoal with Indian Laurel fretboard appear to be from Indonesia when looking at the rear headstock pictures on fenders site. Unless fender has incorrect images on the site.

[@JonnyDibble]

Hi! Yeah the build quality is so good overall, especially for the price! Glad you are enjoying it 😁 Interwsting about the charcoal one!

[@geraldp494]

Why do you prefer it over the Squier CV Jag. ???

[@sunn_bass]

@@geraldp494 @Gerald P. I tried both this and the CV. I really like the CV too. But the reason I prefer the Infinity is the price. The one I got plays exceptionally and on par with the couple CV's I tried. And at $200 less, I think it could be the better bang for the buck. There are no flaws in the fit and finish. The weakest area is the pickup but its still good. The MM type pickup was what also drew me in as i didn't need another P/J bass. I haven't upgraded the pickup but I might swap it with a Nordstand or Duncan at some point, but no hurry. I must note that as with any Squier, or budget bass, try as many as possible. The lower the price the more inconsistencies in quality. Some are homeruns and some are duds within the same series. I've had mine for about 6 months. Since I live near Lake Erie its been thru late summer humidity and now extreme dryness from my heater this winter. I've had no need to adjust the truss rod and have no fret sprout. Very satisfied. I saw Fender raised all their prices. This bass was $249 and is now $289 USD. Still worth it as long as they keep up the quality. Hope this helps. Oh, let me add this. The satin finish on the Infinity Jag feels great, easily as good as the satin finish on my Player series Mustang. I like it better than the CV gloss finish.

[@footwearisoptional8766]

I just ordered one of these because I have VERY small hands but have found that a longer neck makes for a more comfortable wrist position, so I decided to grab one of these since they're on sale. But Re: neck dive. I actually deal with this with my Fender Mustang. I like to play with my neck angled upward and the Mustang just doesn't like to stay put in that position. Most players probably wouldn't notice the neck dive. OK, so what to do about neck dive if you don't want to mod your bass (I probably eventually will)... You know that annoying New Age chick who is always trying to give you crystals to ward off negative energy? Yeah, let her load you up with all the black tourmaline, smoky quartz and pyrite she wants to give you. Ask her for some drawstring pouches, trust me, she'll have them. Fill the pouch with rocks. Lash the drawstring through the buttonhole on the back end of your strap, then lash the pouch to your strap with a velcro tie so it isn't wang dang dooldling off the end of your button. You'll have a bit of extra weight to counter that headstock without having to spend the money modding your instrument, and your friend will have gotten rid of those crystals she made the mistake of buying by the pound and now doesn't know what to do with...

[@jc91797]

could the bass benefit from replacing the pickup for like a bartolini or something similar

[@f1948s]

I have heard the neck dive is due to the heavy tuners and the light poplar wood body. To correct I hear you can change the tuners to some light weight tuners and add a heavier bridge and your problems are solved. I like the sounds out of this bass as well as the 32" scale.

[@JonnyDibble]

100%! Will definitely help balance things out

[@putradwiananto4181]

Just realized you never make that red jazz bass hanging in the background, is it your squier standard jazz bass? In love with that color and also the cream pickups too. I wonder what upgrade you've done with that badboi

[@JonnyDibble]

Haha yes! It's long overdue. I wanted to space out the Squier and jazz bass content, fate keeps getting in the way! Soon. 😇

[@Arcade1959]

One question, is the output of the ceramic Humbucker pickup louder than the pickup of a Precision ? She also appears to be light weight

[@JonnyDibble]

Hmm. From memory, about the same if a tiny bit lower output I’d say

[@gregsmith6775]

what's the width of the neck at the 12 fret?

[@michaelblaney4461]

The jaguar body makes the strapbutton closer to the bridge then a jazz bass changing the balance. I think this is better then the pickup placement is better in this then the Jaguar HB from some years ago.

[@JonnyDibble]

Yeah! Some light weight tuners and hi mass bridge wpuld help to improve the balance 👍

[@Rodri595RS]

Great review like allways mate. I'm thinking about bought that rare Jag and make it more rare with a Fender longscale neck with GHS 45/105 pack 🤔

[@gabrielegazzotti5582]

hey jonny you gave me a big warning about that neck, it looks very comfortable on sight, but still you can't expect a bass of that price to excel in everything ... the sound i don't mind and i was very curious about that bass but after all it has never tickled my desire to buy it .. excellent review as always ...😉👍👍👍🙂

[@JonnyDibble]

On reflection, I don't think ifs a bad neck. I love the satin finish, but its just not for me size wise. Would recommend trying one first! Cheers mate 😊

[@gabrielegazzotti5582]

@@JonnyDibble absolutely need to try it first of all, but i'm not a big lover of short scales....😉🙂

[@nym053]

I'll be going for the Classic Vibe version. I think it sounds significantly better, and I prefer the PJ configuration. I prefer P sounds, but sometimes crave a little for the higher J sound. But overall a darker but mid growly sound is what I prefer. And the slightly shorter length makes it easier to reach the lower notes that I prefer.

[@JonnyDibble]

Great choice! They look so so good with the block inlays too

[@nym053]

@@JonnyDibble I'm actually not a particular fan of the block inlays. I mean, they're just absurdely large squares, aren't they? 😆 But I don't particulally mind them either. I would also have prefered a fretboard in the same brightness as the neck itself. But at least the laurel looks better and more natural than the black dyed ones, so I'm fine with it.

[@JonnyDibble]

@@nym053 fair enough! I personally prefer a darker rosewood fretboard 😍 or a complete maple one

[@nym053]

@@JonnyDibble Hehe seems like most do prefer rosewood fretboard. For my eyes it just becomes a bit too dark (I'm gonna choose the Jaguar bass with the all black body btw 😆). A straight up black fretboard on a bright untanned neck and headstock looks too contrasty and a little off to me. But if it's a natural dark brown wood with just a little tanned neck and headstock, then it looks more natural to me. So I'm fine with the one on the model I'm getting. It's not gonna annoy me I think 😊

[@gabrielerocchetti]

Hi, could I use long scale strings on this? Or short? Thank you

[@TinkerToneworks]

I was able to use regular scale strings on this bass by slightly widening the space for the string hole on the low E tuner with a file

[@davidsouffle9537]

Someone should let me know which bass is better Schecter sgr c-4 or this one

[@dilankakavinda6329]

need a opinion for squier affinity pj bass vs Ibenez TMB100. What should i buy??

[@rchrd3353]

the tmb100 has more tone options and is cheaper, but also requires a 9v battery. i prefer passive basses..but if the battery doesn't bother you then the tmb100 is a very popular and well regarded choice. another note is that the tmb100 has a pretty chunky neck which some people do or don't love. i also don't like the way the tmb100 looks, but many love it.

[@geraldp494]

Got this Bass...its just Amazing !!!

[@JonnyDibble]

I'm glad you like it! 😁😁

[@geraldp494]

@@JonnyDibbleTrust me, with my Ampeg BA110 and the Scrambler engaged it Sounds just FAT!

[@andremacleuri]

What's the weight this bass please?

[@jamieweston8096]

Is the body on this the standard size jag bass body? 🤔

[@4stringz.]

Fender (or Squier) really needs to just come out with a Meteora bass already. Butterscotch blonde with a black pickguard like the original Paranormal guitar.

[@JonnyDibble]

That would be so cool!

[@longliverok]

A Meteora bass with two MM humbuckers.

[@myhapylife]

Meteora with Ibanez Attack bridge plate and bridge, and mm style pickup! ;)

[@vinnieheinz6361]

Looks like you finally got your wish lol

[@4stringz.]

@@vinnieheinz6361 for once LOL! I picked up the Meteora in tequila Sunrise. It plays and looks amazing

[@jimalbruzzess2445]

Hi Johnny, One of these might be cool with 2 humbuckers, like a jazz bass. I have never cared for the affinity series, they've always felt cheap to me. And I do like Squier's just not that line. Great review Johnny!!! Cheers 🍻🍻🍻

[@JonnyDibble]

Yeah that would take this to another level tonally I think! Build quality wise, apart from the skunk stripe, this feels superior to the old affinities. Thanks mate! 😊

[@johncollins5552]

The mini p bass, shortscale is a lot of cheap fun , even with my big hands! If you have a full-size p or pj I wouldn't get it though.

[@carlosjorge7518]

If you like the jaguar type of bass, try a Fano JM4, it is a superb bass, something of a mix of jaguar and a thunderbird. Great review btw!

[@JonnyDibble]

Omg. I spend A LOT of time drooling over Fano guitars haha. Would love to try one! Cheers 😊

[@carlosjorge7518]

@@JonnyDibble managed to get me one from a store in Malmo, malmomusikaffar. I think there was a store in the UK that had one too, can't recall which was. Anyways if you ever find yourself near Lisbon give me a shout and I'll let you try one.

[@carlosjorge7518]

@@JonnyDibble thebassgallery.com/products/fano-standard-jm4

[@joonasvuomajoki2636]

Hmm. Interesting. Because the best sound on this video was the DI signal with tone 100%. The bass doesn't have any of that "useless" top end. I kinda like it tonevice if the build quality holds up.

[@warwicker22]

Watching this, it seems like with a decent amp sim or Helix you can get a pretty usable sound out of it. At least for recording maybe.

[@JonnyDibble]

Yeah, I had to do some tweaking in the Helix to get this sound. It's not a and sounding bass by any stretch, just not too much character

[@jamesmelton7637]

How does a 32" neck give a less balanced feel than a 34" neck? Squier needs to use a body wood that's dense enough to make the balance work.

[@komiku3966]

Im thinking of selling my yamaha rbx170 (which is my only bass right now) and buying this bass. Do you think that would be a good idea?

[@AP530]

Yes but get hipshot light tuners

[@diluteduk]

I think it's aimed at beginners. The first bass I tried was an active P/J. I spent ages messing with pup blend and boost / cut controls and didn't spend as much time actually learning to play. Bought myself a cheap bass. Single pickup, volume and tone. Spent less time worrying about the sound and more on technique

[@JonnyDibble]

Absolutely 😊 even now, I still prefer a simple bass

[@olive-ou1gw]

Do you think it’s good for beginners? 😅Because I just got this as my first bass

[@jasondorsey7110]

@@JonnyDibble You could find a used MIJ bass for what that affinity costs new, and the MIJ will be good enough to use professionally...just recently picked up a Vantage from the early 80s for $219 and it's rock-solid in every way, so good deals are still out there if you know what to look for

[@Bassman1999]

A P bass pickup is a humbucker albeit in 2 halves instead of being in one casing.

[@JonnyDibble]

Love that classic split sound 👌

[@olive-ou1gw]

Hi, I’m a beginner and I just got this bass as I liked the look and it was affordable, I’m sure you have different standards for what’s good in a bass- but do you think this is good for a beginner?

[@JonnyDibble]

I mostly use affordable basses so I'm well into and love beginner basses hehe. I think it is good for a beginner! I hope it serves you well 😄

[@olive-ou1gw]

@@JonnyDibble thank you!

[@pookiemoon]

yea im looking to buy my 1st base and this was my choice...so tks I appreciate it

[@alexschmollinger6576]

You should Do a Review of both the Squier Affinity PJ bass and the Squier Affinity Jazz Bass on Your KZbin Channel And I wish Fender Would Do a little better on the Squier Affinity Models like Fender Pickups on the Squier Affinity Jazz Bassist

[@alexschmollinger6576]

What's Worse a Squier Contemporary Jazz Bass that Doesn't Work or a Squier Affinity Jazz Bass???? I have a Squier Classic Vibe 70s Jazz Bass Sunburst And I love Playing it

[@JonnyDibble]

Contemporary jazz that doesn't work!

[@alexschmollinger6576]

@@JonnyDibble I had a Squier Contemporary Jazz Bass but I sold it And Got a Squier Classic Vibe 70s Jazz Bass Sunburst from Sweetwater Which is a Music Place in Indiana USA 🇺🇸 I love my Squier Classic vibe 70s Jazz Bass Sunburst Because I love the Black inlays on the Neck of the Bass Guitar I've heard a-lot of Mix Comments About the Squier Affinity PJ and the Squier Affinity Jazz Basses Jonny Dibble

[@ibass8]

love the review. sub'd

[@JonnyDibble]

Thanks very much! I'm glad you enjoyed 😁

[@tihomirnunev4818]

Hey Johnny! Do you plan reviewing the Classic Vibe Jag bass any time soon?

[@JonnyDibble]

Hi! If I can aquire one, sure! Probably looking to get the PJ Affinity next but I've had A LOT of Squier stuff recently. I've got my modded jazz bass to do too 😅 Long scale or medium scale? 😊

[@tihomirnunev4818]

@@JonnyDibble The medium scale stacked knobs one. I think it's a great instrument :)

[@matteocristini6221]

Speaking of skunk stripes on affinity basses, on my 2016 jazz it actually popped out at some point! Luckily I was able to glue it back in... I still love my jazz but I think for my next bass I'll get one without a skunk stripe.

[@JonnyDibble]

Weird! I've never thought about whether they have function, or whether they're just for aesthetics. I'm not fussed with them tbh

[@matteocristini6221]

@@JonnyDibble they cover the slot where the truss rod was installed! Although mine has a rosewood fretboard so they could just route it from the front... I guess they do it to save cost and make maple/rosewood necks on the same machines

[@JonnyDibble]

@@matteocristini6221 duh Jonny, of course 😆

[@alexskibicki2262]

I’ve seen that bass before and now that I hear it, it’s not too bad. It’s got a great sound and the blue finish looks nice. It makes me think of the dean edge 5 string bass that had a music man style pickup. I was thinking about getting that bass. That is if the dean edge 1 6 string bass is still available.

[@JonnyDibble]

It's not a bad sounding bass, just doesn't tickle my pickle. Ooh I don't think I've seen that Dean before! Thanks for tuning in ☺

[@brettthebassist]

Played one at guitar center but the ‘32 scale was a total buzz kill because it sounded really good 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@jacktadash]

It's weird how much taste affects opinion as opposed to hard and fast rules. In other words, I love this bass and I don't know what you guys don't like about it. I'm autistic and I thought I was sensitive but I certainly can't feel a stripe on the neck. And the dive is excellent it makes it so easy to chuck this thing around, I'm way to erratic when I play I need an instrument that can move and this thing is agile, not like my precision which is my easiest bass to play but I can't swing it round my neck or knee it in the back when I want to add some flare to a bend/hammer off.

[@xero_2003]

I would love for you to do the PJ bass from Harley Benton I’ve been wanting one and you’re the main guy I watch for Harley Benton basses

[@JonnyDibble]

I borrowed one a few years back in was excellent! I would recommend 😄

[@BenDover-oe7ym]

That sounded a whole lot better than you described it

[@JonnyDibble]

I'm glad! 😄

[@aj81ds]

Wow, that Amp sim tone at 100% with a pick had amazing punk rock tone. However, I still love my Sterling by Music Man Stingray Shorty better.

[@JonnyDibble]

Has a unique sound! Yeah sometimes you just can't beat a musicman tone 😍

[@ashford-lee-parmesar]

Would I be able to fit a stingray humbucker onto this guitar?

[@JonnyDibble]

I think so?!

[@dgazgaxiolaa2698]

This is a good bass for beginners? I'm play the guitar, this is a good option for my first bass?

[@JonnyDibble]

I'd say so! Medium scale can really help 😊

[@havespacesuitwilltravel9607]

The skunk stripe on the neck is a big WHAT?! lol

[@ChrisHopkinsBass]

I wish they did a HH version

[@JonnyDibble]

That would be really cool! Balance the weight a bit more too

[@daveandrews5485]

Not for me medium or short scale basses so definitely won’t be investing in something like this. My daughter has a Squier Bronco short scale and the quality is quite good but it is very much a starter bass which it was for her. It has a single coil in the middle and it is lifeless. Not bad for the money though. I like that you went back to address your earlier comments. Very professional. Once again Jonny a great video. So what’s next? A demanding public need to know! 🤣

[@JonnyDibble]

Thanks Dave, yeah the bronco seems like a lot of fun but the pickup isnt great. Next will be a... 🥁

[@JusticeRobinettMusic]

My problem with harley benton is that it isn't worth based on shipping price alone.

[@JonnyDibble]

Yeah totally depends on where you're from!

[@ampthebassplayer]

I've always felt that Jags need two pickups. They just look a little weird to me with only one.

[@JonnyDibble]

It's almost a bit naked by the neck. On reflection I think the other two colours look better as they hide this a bit

[@jaxonvictoria4345]

That’s why you have the Mexican Jaguars with PJ pickups, the Japanese with the JJ, and the American with either the JJ or PJ (depending on year, of course). You can’t have the exact same on every price point. It’s a marketing strategy.

[@wildesage4172]

6:02 kinda sounds like the intro to Waiting Room

[@natem4179]

They'll drop the price $50 by next year. Still love that Jaguar body shape.

[@jaxonvictoria4345]

I don’t think so, seeing all Squier basses went up in price by about $30 in the past half year or so.

[@JonnyDibble]

Squier prices seem to fluctuate massively. Will be interesting to see how these hold their value on the used market!

[@johnmiezejewski81]

My only question is why medium instead of short scale. I think Squier missed the mark on this one. I have a VM Jaguar short scale that is arguably one of the the best basses I've played & the neck is the fastest.

[@JonnyDibble]

Not sure! They did a medium scale classic vibe Jaguar, maybe it outsold the short scale?

[@johnmiezejewski81]

@@JonnyDibble The short scale was around for a while & discontinued a year or so before the medium scale CV was released. Could be the medium scale became really popular.

[@michaelfairbanks4299]

The looks and the price are amazing, but the tone just isn't hitting me like I want it to. I've listened to a few KZbin reviews, and each one leaves me wanting a bit more mid and high, a bit more punch. I suppose amp setting can help that, but still. If it had a mahogany body it would sound a lot better.

[@JonnyDibble]

I agree! For some, this will be perfect. But I was wanting a little bit more

[@michaelfairbanks4299]

@@JonnyDibble Do you think a good humbucker replacement will make a big enough difference? If so, what do you have in mind? Thanks

[@pargodin1237]

Why do some basses sound better with a pick and some fingerstyle?

[@JonnyDibble]

Comes down to the player too, what genres they play etc. Some basses just suit certain styles better ☺️

[@BassedInVegas]

The main thing I noticed was your nose ring keeps changing sides.

[@JonnyDibble]

News to me 😅😆

[@johnlackner1193]

I wish they made it Left-handed. Lefty medium scale basses are very rare. Especially affordable ones.

[@JonnyDibble]

So annoying! I did a video on best brands for lefties recently and it's shocking how little options there are, especially in the affordable market as you say

[@johnlackner1193]

@@JonnyDibble Well, aside from the extra neck dive from moving the strap pin and my arm bumping the knobs, this shouldn't be a difficult bass to turn around. Maybe I could tape up the knobs and get a volume pedal. I looked at your lefty video. Great video!

[@MrRekab97]

i watied for these to come to my guitarcenter ..i went and picked one up and instantly i did not like it.i ended up spending a little more and getting a schector bass.

[@JonnyDibble]

Sorry to hear! Schecter are in another world 😍

[@gregoryhause00]

Dad: *doesn't want an Squier Affinity Jaguar H* Dad and Squier Affinity Jaguar H after two days: 11:07

[@jaxonvictoria4345]

I bought mine on a whim, happened upon it in a Guitar Center and it played so good I had to buy it. But I totally agree, do not buy this bass online. I highly recommend you try one out for yourself. The neck dive on mine is negligible (and my strap is actually slick, too) and the scuffs on mine was the reason I was able to talk down the price to $205 instead of $250.

[@JonnyDibble]

I agree, trying it out first is a great shout 👍 I'm so glad your loving it!

[@jaxonvictoria4345]

@@JonnyDibble was hard choosing between this and the other medium scale Jag, the Classic Vibe PJ. Seeing this in the store made the decision suddenly easy! And funny story, as I was processing my purchase I asked the sales dude if I can have a bass box. He comes out 2 mins later with a Charvel box with a San Dimas PJ in it. Brand spankin’ new, never opened. I ran my fingers against the fretboard edge of the $900 Charvel and much to my surprise my $250 Squier has much better fret edge work and rolling.

[@JonnyDibble]

@@jaxonvictoria4345 haha no way! Yeah I've not been hearing great things about those new Charvels! Shame. They looked awesome

[@simaojoseph]

What the heck is that playing ?

[@JonnyDibble]

Who the heck knows

[@Jesuswinsbirdofmichigan]

#192_Tone_QC_Scale_AllVeryUsfull🇺🇸

[@steinarsundberg3232]

I think it sounded a bit dull, and would go up a notch to the Classic Vibe. It's still a cheap instrument, but far better sound.

[@phipschi4255]

i think u could also describe the sound as kinda.. bland or flat?

[@JonnyDibble]

I wouldn't argue with that. I think the issue is the design rather than the build quality. Would be really interesting to see how the other basses compare to their classic vibe cousins! Cheers 😄

[@jaxonvictoria4345]

I think they thought out this instrument as a modding platform, seeing as there are about a dozen (if not more) aftermarket Music Man-styled humbuckers. My only gripe is that the control cavity is only about 25mm wide and 36mm deep, so no-go for active preamps unless you use powertools to make the cavity bigger.

[@MrJoeAkuma]

Damn Jonny, you need to stop posting these sick ass videos. I broke my thumb smashing the like button and now I can't slap my bass... I find this bass a bit awkward looking. I prefer the classic jaguar bass look.

[@JonnyDibble]

1 like = 1 x prayer for speedy thumb recovery 💕 Thank-you fine sir x

[@streamerlx4927]

Don't buy Fender. They're always a rip off. Get a Japanese instrument. Great value for the money. Way better quality than Fender. I sold all my Fenders.

[@JonnyDibble]

There's a premium that comes with any house hold brand name, for sure. But I still love Fender and Squier. Need to try a Japanese P bass! What brand are you playing now then?

[@rchrd3353]

@@JonnyDibble i got a monoprice indio tele guitar that blew me away for 70 bucks, plays great and was set up and decent quality out of the box.. for under 100! . wanted to try one of their basses too but i just find their color and appearance to be so boring and uninspired. appearance really does matter when choosing a bass.. and squier/fender are near the tops in this category. id gladly pay a little more for something that inspires me to play and that i'm proud to look at. i think this jag looks amazing. and if it simply performed "mediocre" or "decent" (which it appears to) i'd still want to own one simply for its looks and price. also it's just unique.. and it seems to have good build quality. its downfalls ..pickups, and neck dive, all seem to have modification solutions to them if they're a big deal for someone.