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00:00 Intro/Specs
04:44 Playing Examples
08:30 Conclusion/Store Info

[@McDoinky]

I don’t understand why people have to keep downplaying Squier’s name by being “surprised” at how good the newer models are. Everyone keeps the stigmas going by bringing that point up in every video. Cheap =\= bad. Expensive =\= good.

[@michaelfairbanks4299]

While you have a point, it's also fair that they say that. Cheap guitars have been a big obstacle for many for a long time. The CNC machines are what made the difference in the last decade. The same file used to carve a 1800 dollar American P-bass is the same file used to carve a 250 Squier Affinity P-bass. The difference these days is the detail of finish (especially to the fretboard), the electronics and hardware, obviously, and the quality of the wood itself. I understand all this, and yet I am still surprised that a $250 bass is decent (or in many cases really good). I'm old school. Up until about ten years ago you actually got what you paid for in guitars. Now it's not always the case. That's not easy to get used to. :)

[@Robyjv8]

Pics never do Lake Placid Blue any justice ! Those Basses are absolutely gorgeous and wonderful to play. I own the blue and the black.. It really is a night and day difference when using a pick 🤘

[@texhaines9957]

Nice way to start the day. Thanks Anthony, and I agree about the pick making a neat sound. Thanks.

[@samlelowitch]

Thank you for answering the questions in my head about this model. The fact that it’s medium-scale is the main attraction. If I can find one at 8lbs, or less I would definitely be tempted.

[@MrSparks54]

I really enjoyed this demo. Interesting with the single humbucker, I think it's a positive step up from the noisy single coil pickups. Thanks Anthony!

[@bflo1000]

And the pup's in the sweet spot, like a slightly beefier P bass!

[@lorraineharper3315]

ive just had one of these gifted to me to add to my 7 other basses,,,im amazed at the quality and fretwork/ body finish, excellent little bass and it sounds great, i saw someone put a 100 dollar pickup in one and it seemed pointless, im very happy with the punchy little thing :)

[@alacajun007]

Those harmonics @06:31 really ring out. I'm liking the tone of these basses...

[@willistaylor4077]

I play my short-scale Mustang Bass with a pick all the time. The tone cuts through better with a pick/plectrum.

[@RoadKing-ky2bs]

I like both the blue and charcoal colors, but I would lean towards the charcoal if I bought one. Squiers have come a long way the past 5 years and have really stepped up their quality and esthetics while still keeping the price point reasonable. Great review Anthony!

[@ravendemo4980]

I have the charcoal color myself and I love it! I tried it out at my local shop and it completely blew me away with the quality! I also love the stingray type tone. 🎶 ( Sorry, I hope I don’t sound like a sales person! I need to spread the good news about this bass! )

[@jeon9519]

@@ravendemo4980 I just got the blue one! I saw both the blue and charcoal in store and fell in love with the blue! It's my first bass and I love it

[@ChadwickTheChad]

I just ordered this bass from Sweetwater today and I can't wait for it to get here. This will be my third Squier and I totally expect it to be imperfect, it was less than $300, but I bought it because it's one of the coolest looking basses I've ever seen. That shade of blue is perfect.

[@davejones7475]

Why didn't you order it from Anthony?

[@ChadwickTheChad]

@@davejones7475 Just to be spiteful.

[@snakeplissken44]

This bass sounds dope af. Nice playing brother!

[@EmpireMusicPgh]

I feel very "at home" on P's as I play them 95% of the time. Thanks for watching - Anthony

[@paultraynorbsc627]

Thanks for sharing Anthony nice bass too

[@gerbildad]

Bought one yesterday. I love it! (:

[@markpickardlife]

Cool blue. Nice tones. Something a bit different. Looks good.

[@Theflookstyle]

Great review!!

[@iamLexxKelsey]

That's maple on maple has a little more bite I like it 🎸

[@ImJustStandingHere]

the sound reminds me of the neck pickup on HH stingrays

[@geraldp494]

BEST BASS DEMOS !!!

[@ItamarMedeiros]

Thanks for your review! So it seems the only downside of this bass is 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?

[@KeroDean]

Love the Jaguar shape and the blue, Id swap to a black pick guard though. Maybe switch out the hum bucker to a Nordstrand and put a split series parallel switch in

[@joshuacastro3853]

Can you do the new limeted edition fender jaguar bass?

[@lillhogge6369]

Is this a solid pick if Im looking for a bass to record with. I am a guitarist and have been recording for a good while now but I really miss some low end in my music. In some songs I only need the classic "One note a bar" and for others something more intense. Can this bass do that or should I look at something more "expensive" so to speak.

[@Arcade1959]

One question, is the output of the ceramic Humbucker pickup louder than the pickup of a Precision ? It also seems to be light weight and quite versatile

[@jack83aq]

An info I couldn't find in the specs: is the humbucker wired in series or parallel? In other videos I think I can hear some parallel mid-scoop, but I might be wrong...

[@bandicoot5412]

What string length, regular or medium or both? Great production, thank you!

[@rondoran8459]

Great demo, but two questions that I have are: 1) Did you use the Factory supplied roundwound strings, or was the bass restrung for this demo? It sounded more like flatwounds to me, unless that is part of the reduced high end, and 2) Is there a case or gig bag that is made to fit this bass, or do you use a standard scale case or bag?

[@emaheiwa8174]

🔥🔥🔥

[@willistaylor4077]

Could be very fun to mod ! ❤️♥️🎶🎸🎸

[@everready19373]

I'm sitting here, looking out my front window waiting for the FedEx man to drop mine off. Same color too.

[@SourNote93]

I found many shortcomings with MIM PJ Mustang. I dont think this Squier has so many.

[@andremacleuri]

What's the weight this bass please?

[@adriancruse3413]

How is the body size compared to say a Jazz bass, is it scaled down being a shorter scale?

[@ravendemo4980]

I have a squier vintage modified jazz bass along with the new jaguar, and if In have to be honest, the body does feel a bit smaller on the jaguar.

[@williamperri3437]

Is this 32 medium scale.

[@jaxonvictoria4345]

I notice Americans say jag•wire but Brits say jag•you•war 😂

[@Wallriss]

That’s more like a regional thing to parts of the USA most Americans say Jag•wahr

[@roberthart4160]

Really diggin' on these.. wanting a Medium scale.. just wish the pick guard didn't take up so much of the body... kind of a silly design

[@EmpireMusicPgh]

I personally think they knocked it out of the park for a $249 bass! Thanks for watching Robert - Anthony

[@gourabshow3993]

😎

[@respawnaddict2432]

would be cool to swap that pick up out for a SD quarter pound

[@bflo1000]

Or a DM Willpower.

[@slimkickens]

I was thinking the same thing, like a budget Mark Hoppus Jag

[@alainbrasseur7083]

any neck dive? hope not because this is right what I am looking for : medium scale, one PU, cool looking shape

[@MyBrighterHero1]

+1 on this. If someone can answer the "neck dive" question, we'd all appreciate it.

[@KaiDown]

Yeah, this bass neck dives a fair amount. Pretty lightweight overall though, so a well-padded strap should take care of it

[@justinTime077]

Only plays it clean sheesh

[@toddfrye8178]

Is it an active or passive circuit?

[@boomboxtv4082]

Passive

[@ravendemo4980]

☝️ Yep, passive.

[@paulbucklebuckle4921]

In an ideal world all bass reviews would mention the weight of the bass please ,,,👍😎👍

[@EmpireMusicPgh]

We carry so many of these models, mentioning the weight of one particular bass doesn't seem to make sense? However, I generally will comment on an instrument 's feel and how I perceive the weight. I apologize for not doing that on this particular bass. It was on the lighter side though. Thanks for watching - Anthony

[@alainbrasseur7083]

@@EmpireMusicPgh I am very concern about the weight AND how the bass is balanced when it holds standing up . But I still don't understand why constructors and salers do not mention the weight... I found that IMO 8,8lbs is (begin) heavy 7,7lbs is (quite) light 6,6lbs (and under) is (really) light. Anyway, great demo Thanks.

[@michaelfairbanks4299]

@@CrazyBaldhead1335 The weight varies from guitar to guitar. Check out Sweetwater's website. They list the exact weight of each guitar. It's actually confusing to me when I see the exact same model with weights that vary by as much as half a pound. I guess it's the wood in the body itself that makes the difference.

[@belugasemmel]

Bass demoers of the world - please stop noodling! Play solid basslines!

[@ChadwickTheChad]

"This is from a song I call Noodling.."

[@johnhughes3796]

‘I’d buy that for a dollar’ !! I’d avoid anything in their Affinity range.

[@ravendemo4980]

Honestly, i have one myself and I’m blown away! If you have the chance, at least try one! 😊

[@MechanicalChimp]

@@ravendemo4980 Hey friend, I'm super keen on getting this bass. Just wondering about weight and neck dive, any issues?

[@ravendemo4980]

@@MechanicalChimp Ok so weight is good… probably a little lighter than my jazz bass. But that might vary on each individual model. And as far as neck dive goes… yeah, I see this probably being one of the biggest complaints. It’s not too much of an issue when I play finger style because my fore arm rests on the cutout edge to keep it from diving. But when I play with a pick, it will shift more and I have to re-adjust every once in a while. So to help that, I anchor my fore arm on the cutout and my palm on the top of the bridge. As far as any other issues go… well high fret access can get a little annoying sometimes. Tuning with a clip on tuner is a little dodgy. But I have a cheaper clip on tuner, so that just might be my problem. Oh, and one last thing: I hear nut ping when I play slap. But an easy fix for that is to use a fret wrap or a bit of foam behind the nut. All in all though, I REALLY like this bass. Even though it has its issues, I think it’s playability and sound are its biggest positives. Also, no scratchy frets or pots, and it looks great! I hope this helps in your decision. If you do decide to get one… please tell me what you think of it! 😊🤟

[@MechanicalChimp]

@@ravendemo4980 Awesome, thanks. Probably gonna order one today. The neck dive was my only real concern, but I am happy to replace the tuners with ultra lites or even smaller Gotohs and yeah, as you say adjust technique a little. I have a nice wide strap and a good Korg tuner so happy days. Also I don't slap so that's cool. Will keep you posted when/if I get it! Love medium scale so reckon I can live with the cons. Thanks again!

[@ravendemo4980]

@@MechanicalChimp Your very welcome. 😊 I loved to help! 🤟