Squier Affinity PJ Bass Review and Sound Test

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

HERE'S THE UNBOXING VIDEO kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5mtaqOZa9Kln7c

[@AAAAAA-tj8xf]

Underrated review. It really helps that you played some well known basslines that a beginner like me would play first. This video finally convinced me to buy this bass, I'm really excited to become a dumb bass player that no one likes

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Without the bass the music falls apart so everyone loves the bass player they just may not know it :)

[@AAAAAA-tj8xf]

@@RichardAshbyMusic I know, I know. I'm just joking around :)

[@legman1476]

Finally! Someone testing a bass with songs most of us play in our cover bands. No showing off or mindless slapping. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I figured it would be more beneficial to showcase the playing style that is the basis for most songs, finger style, while the slapping and all that is cool this bass is made for beginners and that's how musicians of that level (including myself because I'm definitely a beginner) will learn to play

[@hookyhook6006]

Hey, for the sound test, I’d recommend lowering the track volume and boosting the bass in order to feature it’s sound more. Other than that, great vid!!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you for the suggestion! I'll make sure to keep it in mind whenever I end up doing more sound tests and demos for instruments in the future

[@KB2CWN]

Your right. Hardly heard any bass there. Turn down the music!

[@areyouavinalaff]

I heard all the bass just fine. was a bit loud compared to the talking, though, shit myself when the music started and had to turn it down, but bass is easy to pick out. it takes time to train your mind and ear to isolate what you want to hear in a song and it's made even easier by seeing it get played. develop your eyes and ears, people, it'll help you learn... don't just ask for it to be made easier for you.

[@hookyhook6006]

@@areyouavinalaff Ok? We all have our preferences.

[@ythsh]

@@areyouavinalaff music is def too loud

[@acsoj4375]

“Precision... presition... preci-“ “It’s got a P-bass body”

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

It's a pretty difficult word

[@yungwelfare2026]

The zoom into the frets and feel bass Inc looks like a davie504 edit.

[@monke8699]

thats what i though lol

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Davie504 definitely influenced that edit :)

[@monke8699]

@@RichardAshbyMusic i knew it.cowincadince!I THINK NOT!lol

[@BBarNavi]

pp hard

[@monke8699]

the way how i spell cowincidence looks like im trying to spell heroinebLOL

[@Idk-wx1dc]

For my 11th birthday I wanted that exact bass though there was no reviews that played my favourite songs. Amazing review you have definitely inspired me to play all the instruments that you play.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

That really means a lot I'm glad that I could inspire you to further yourself through music just keep practicing and you'll be getting Grammys in no time

[@MrJones-ge5sl]

You're a natural, my friend. The Affinity is tremendous value for the $.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you! It really is such a great instrument for a great price

[@coneja999]

this video was so helpful. i want to learn to play bass and have been eyeing this set for a while, this video is all i needed to finally convince myself to get it. youre great for a beginner and i hope i can learn to play like you soon!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you! I hope that you get endless amounts of enjoyment from hoe great this set is :)

[@user-wz4oe7zo6e]

ive wanted to learn how to play for the first time for just over a year now and have looked at this bass to buy. the other reviews i’ve seen are by people who have been playing them for ages but this helped me since you said this is your first bass as-well thanks!!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I'm glad you found the video helpful! This is a wonderful instrument to have as a first bass I've really been enjoying my time with it and with the bundle, it gives you everything you need to start playing right away, I'd definitely recommend it!

[@BrotherReed82]

Not a bad bass player for a beginner. I'm thinking about getting the same bass package, thanks for the video so I can see it.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@Furygasm]

Great job, not sure how long you'd been playing at this point but you're looking good...sound, technique (both hands)...Keep it up. Billy Jean was a real blast from the past, sounded great. I've played guitar for years, and getting a bass soon, I can't wait!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I hope you enjoy busting out those grooves!

[@emilymiranda85]

Appreciated the video! Just order this bass & your review has me even more excited

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thats great!!! I hope you have loads of fun using and learning it

[@susiemuirhead561]

I saw a video on you tube where they were comparing the sound of a Fender P bass and a Squier p bass. They almost sounded the same. The only different is that a fender will set you back a few thousand. Will most probably get this package to start out. It's quite reasonable! Good sound quality as well.

[@LKabilyo]

Nice job on the video, the playing, everything! I might have to pull the trigger and get one of these kits. Thanks!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I haven't been upset at it one bit I can highly suggest this kit :)

[@dabeanx]

3:26 fingers are literally doing the moonwalk 💀

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

That's the only way to do it :)

[@chrisaldridge3117]

That was great mate! Well done. Also, with headphones on I can hear the bass just fine

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you very much!

Feel good inc was the first bass line I learned. You're making good progress in learning to play. Keep up the good work dude. Thanks for sharing the review on this bundle. I'll be picking up mine next month

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Hey thank you so much! I did my best to do these iconic bass lines justice but I so still need to work on my technique but I'm so glad that you enjoyed the video

[@carlucho1012]

Good review bro! I got the same bass but sunburst color. Playing it over a year and loving it everyday more!!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Im glad its such a great instrument :)

[@baileyconway6890]

I'm going to be getting into bass

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Davie504 would be proud

[@salvey3737]

same I’m 100 percent getting into bass

[@ACLCproductions]

really nice review, and awesome playing!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you kindly!

[@charliemcgrain]

Great playing buddy, you're going kill it!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I'm trying my best :) Thank you very much!

[@jordhere2067]

i was literally thinking of getting this recently too

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

You absolutely should!

[@justinTime077]

You’re good, you. Keep doing this stuff. You’ve got *it!* The X Factor. The skill.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I appreciate that! Still just trying to get better everyday

[@TenFalconsMusic]

Nice review👍. I decided to get one, but with the solid maple neck. Try the bass line to Duran Duran's song 'Rio.' It's a serious workout.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I'll check it out! We'll see if I can keep up LOL

[@SamuraiGuy]

It's 6 months later, but you still have the plastic peel on your pick guard.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

And believe it or not I still forgot to take it off

[@kjchicago1]

Sounding Terrific on that Squier PJ Bass-A real whiz

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Just trying my best :)

[@JuanSanchez-wj8yi]

Awesome video , great playing!👍

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thanks a lot!

[@oldasrocks9121]

Check out Epic Custom Shop for a set of amazing pickups to replace the so-so Squier ceramic ones. Reech handwinds them, his PJ2 is a favorite.

[@jyrahoj152]

After seeing this this motivated me to start playing

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I'm so glad! I hope you get tons of hours of enjoyment from it!

[@jyrahoj152]

Yes, fed ex is delivering. It arrives Tommorow or Tuesday. I got the same pack and color.

[@adamwhitley]

To say you knew nothing about Bass you've picked it up really well! Well done 👏 ✔ 👍 keep at it !!#

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you very much!!!

[@sowhatwearedoomed]

I bet you’re killing it on the bass now.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I appreciate the faith but I'm still just aight 😅

[@jdk600]

Terrific playing! Thanks :D

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you!

[@FuzzleWuzzle69]

him: I don't really play bass also him: plays bass like a pro

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

"Pro" is a big word lol

[@gillestgrant873]

Welp, now I’m definitely getting this bass!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Ihopeyou get a ton of enjoyment from it!

[@kimsoundmusic]

That was a blast to watch. Thanks

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank YOU for watching! :)

[@FranciscoLopez-rf4jo]

Very good demo, thank you man. Blessings.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

No problem!

[@mvpno1726]

Hi, great video! Quick quetion: is the pick guard black or transparent?

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thanks! It's solid black

[@mvpno1726]

@@RichardAshbyMusic Thank you :)

[@markward3730]

Nice bro. Have fun. Life is good.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Always!

[@보미-l8e]

Nice works dude!! Thanks for riview pj bass

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank YOU for taking the time to watch it I hope I did a good job at showing off how great this bass is!

[@ilustrado7291]

Thanks, MKBHD!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

HA! No problem :) I hope I can be as great as him one day

[@acknowledgegamer4133]

Great video. How long it take you to learn these song?

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I spent maybe a day learning them well enough to perform but they're by no means perfected

[@TheBardMusic]

Awesome, i think it's the best bass for beginners. Especially beacause of all the mods you can do to upgrade it and the price! btw i would suggest you learn some hand shifting and improving your fretting hand's position, you shouldn't arch it like that. Your fingers should be parallel to the frets and your thumb should be anchored to the back of the neck. That's how you can improve your technique! Subscribing, awesome video.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you for the criticism! The one bad thing about teaching yourself an instrument is that you have no idea when you're doing something wrong, so I appreciate the corrections so I don't develop bad habits in the future!

[@TheBardMusic]

@@RichardAshbyMusic hahaha I decided to learn how to use a pick correctly after 10 years of playing Guitar. Best decision Ever. Luckily when i started playing Bass someone pointed my hand position quickly and helped me correct it.

[@anysoftny]

Very good video, keep playing!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thanks, I absolutely will!

[@ApplesMcBapples]

I could see great potential in u. C: great vid u got a new subscriber!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I'll try to live up to that the best I can :)

[@akmrg6706]

You remind me of Alex from GoHerping for some reason, great video though pretty much everything about it was perfect for what it was 👍

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

well thank you very much!

[@kristianbaraldi9046]

Has anyone had issues with this bass, specifically the jazz pick-up creating a lot of feedback? I've heard this is be cause technically jazz picks up being single coil are better suited when there are two of them which cancels out the feedback

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I can only speak for myself, but I've never had any issue like that with this bass

[@naga8197]

Este video esta muy bien hecho! :)

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Muchas gracias!!

[@shawnlennon1947]

cool clarinet stand

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thanks! The wonders you find on Amazon

[@richregan8911]

This is the review that I have been looking for! Great job. Did you learn from Fender Play or are you taking formal lessons? Thanks Richard!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Neither actually, I never bothered to use the Fender Play (I probably should though eventually) I learned by learning baselines from songs I enjoy :)

[@n.r.gproductions6913]

Youre very talented reviewer. Keep going.u remind of mkbhd!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you so much! I really admire him so the comparison is very appreciated

[@jakehagerdorn7844]

there's probably a reason for it, but the protective plastic that's still on the pickguard is bugging me. Great playing!!

[@monke8699]

ya-know whats funny i got my first guitar lesson the same day the unboxing vid was made lol

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Now I just need to take some bass lessons lol

[@monke8699]

@@RichardAshbyMusic lol

[@anthonyclegg1511]

Good job, cool.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thanks!

[@bassamp]

Amazing review 👏

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@bobcorrin4037]

Great timing!!! I would guess you also play drums

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I don't actually! But would love to learn and plan on learning once I live in a space where I can put a drum set whether it be acoustic or electric

[@davestatham812]

Great review man, job's a good'n, sold 👍

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Hey thanks you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it

[@andypreston2982]

great review

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I really appreciate that :)

[@ilustrado7291]

Brother, do you have any specific recording setup going on? How do you record your bass to your laptop? Much love.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

In this specific video, I have an SM57 at the center of the amp and recording it that way. Usually though I plug the 1/4 inch directly into the audio interface (I use the PreSonus AudioBox) and record that way!

[@joshuajohnson-nf2mw]

For someone who did not know how to play your doing good with that bass

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Trying my best! I promise Im better now lol

[@Defector5]

Great job!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you very much!

[@al4n534]

great video bro

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I really appreciate it!

[@DioLovesRed]

I'm your 600th sub :D

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you and Congratulations!!!

[@jeorgewatson]

I’m thinking about buying the Squier PJ Bass pack from Fender, does the Rumble amp come with an ac cord?

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Yes it does! it comes with everything you need to play right out of the box including a 1/4 inch cable. Check out my unboxing video if you want to know exactly what you get in the box :)

[@tjaye427]

I just bought that pack like 2 weeks ago as my first bass, I thinks really good especially if ur a beginner👍🏼

[@katherinethielen]

Please make more reviews 💙

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I already have a few more planned to make so wish granted :)

[@BGLoscar]

Thank you so much.. I've been wanting to get into playing bass.. BTW what video editing program did you use? I like how your voice continues while you're showing different clips. Thank you in advance..

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Well if you want to start playing I can highly recommend this bundle to you and I use Final Cut Pro X to edit my videos which is strange because I actually have industry certification with Premiere Pro but I prefer the FCPX workflow a little more

[@BGLoscar]

@@RichardAshbyMusic Thank you for replying brother and another thank you for the video editing program information.. I will save up for this and hopefully when I get a job again. It is still available.. Keep making contents like this one please... Stay safe.

[@thibaultashkanshamloo]

god dammit you're amazing! the level you acquired in only a month is just fucking impressive!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Practice is a frustrating but great thing :)

[@greggordy6024]

Awesome

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@ThomasACarlos]

Nice job Richard !! You know, I have heard some guys make a $1K bass sound terrible. So work on your technique and you'll do great!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I'll try my very best!

[@justaguyok8609]

Enjoyed the video bro

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you very much!

[@FBChit]

Hi Richard, have you encountered neckdive problems? is the bass balanced?

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

No actually! no issues with the balancing and i've never had neck dive issues

[@FBChit]

@@RichardAshbyMusic ok thanks 😀

[@capercrusader7129]

Heyo, is the bass still around? With just the bass minus the music, is it still loud inside the small room?

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Oh yeah this little practice amp is plenty loud for the room size, it defiantly has a kick. For a real live show though probably not enough power behind it for that

[@capercrusader7129]

@@RichardAshbyMusic thanks! Will grab the bundle then

[@lauraveloz6339]

So sick!!

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Well thanks you very much

[@emmanuelogundele9102]

It's my dream to get this bass. Where can i get it un Nigeria

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I'm not familiar with Nigerian importing processes but potentially you can get it without going bankrupt and have it imported if you can't get it domestically

[@emmanuelogundele9102]

It's been a few years since you posted this. Can you just send this to me?

[@jaymarcase9737]

The MKBHD for music lol.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you so much! I wish I could be on that level hopefully someday :)

[@jaimepz6441]

what software do you use to squelch instruments? i play the guitar and my kid plays the drums. we are both going to learn the bass and we got the sunburst version coming. I've been told i was playing guitar hero, lol. I'd like to disable whatever instrument i am on.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I use GarageBand for all of my music and voice over editing and recording needs

[@zulfadliparinduri4909]

How does the neck feel? Is it suitable for small hand?

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

It's really great actually, it was little thick for me at first but I eventually got used to the feel for it and now I have no issues :)

[@jakeholt9254]

Nice

[@telor22]

Is it a 34”?

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

yes it is!

[@TREEMOSS20]

Good video bro

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you very Kindly!

[@charleschamberlain53]

I have been learning bass with a ubass on yousician I have been thinking about how it would be different to learn on a electric bass What is anyone's opinions about this ?

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

A UBass uses the same tuning as a standard bass and because of that the placement of notes will be the same, however it would take some getting used to with the size of the electric bass but in time you'll get used to it no problem

[@anethanguy]

cool review, Tyler The Creator! can't wait to hear your playing in your next album.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thanks! I'll get right on that lol

[@wesleystewart5568]

what was the first song

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Gorillaz - Feel Good Inc.

[@andinov_]

hi richard! nice test bro! how were these months with the squier?

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Pretty great actually! It's been a wonderful instrument to get to play and learn on and I can't wait to continue improving

[@melissahayden2838]

Please tell me if it is suitable for novices

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

It is incredibly great for beginners it's my first bass and in fact, the first one I've ever played and I'm very happy with the purchase!

[@gregoryhassett2813]

Still have the plastic on the pick guard

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Yeah and believe it or not it's still on there I just keep forgetting to take it off

[@asylumrain]

What bass could I get that could make the bass of feel good sound exactly like the song one? I’ve seen some but they never comment back when I ask.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Well the bass sound on Feel Good Inc. had to have been heavily altered to get that iconic sound that we know today. So I'm sure that with any bass, a little distortion and saturation, and the right EQing you could replicate the sound without much issue but you more than likely won't get that sound coming straight out the bass

[@pocojoyo]

It would have been great to hear the bass louder than the backing track.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Yeah thats one of my regrets looking back at this video, at least I've learned for next time

[@World.21]

how did you setup your bass

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Everything in this video is completely stock and its all just plug and play :)

[@World.21]

@@RichardAshbyMusic thank uu,; i bought this exact pack and i'm noticing a high metalic clicking sound in the E string when i slap it even gently or even when tapping in the frets did this happen to u? don't know if i need to rise the neck or adjust the string by the saddle, also how did ur bass turn now after a year do u still like it

[@notab7626]

Nice man! I have this same bass and I love it! It’s just as good as a Fender.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

It's a killer instrument for real it definitely can hold its own without question!

[@SamuraiGuy]

I was talking about this bass to my mom and I had the exact same struggle with precision. We say "pre-cise" but "per-cision" and it still confused me.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

English is the ultimate troll

[@hodaridaniels8786]

I understand you didn't know how to play bass, that's cool it's the one I started on an Squier Affinity P Bass, I also has the same finish that became my workhorse and I took my beginner lessons with that bass.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

That's great! It's such a great instrument for its price can't beat that value

[@jacobseraphin685]

Be careful with that copyright stuff cuz KZbin be trippin, u chillin tho

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I don't make money from my videos anyhow so not much risk its all good, I appreciate the concern though :)

[@missbonekittyasylum3715]

Does it make sense to test a bass with sound that you can't hear anything about? No! We hear Queen, Jackson and their original Songs but nothing from the bass sound. This inexpensive bass has a good sound and sounds good in the studio as well as on stage. Recommended for beginners who don't have the budget for a professional bass. Later, after some practice, you can always buy a better one. Try it on a Marshall amp. You will not be disappointed. Rock, Reggae, Funk, Soul, Metal,....all is possible.

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

This bass truly is one of the greatest instruments for beginners you really can't beat the sound for the price it is everything you could want as a new player :)

[@justaguyok8609]

Bto you from Louisiana

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I am not actually I'm from Florida

[@dannamals]

I got this bass but my hands are small so that’s not good 😭

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

My hands aren't the biggest either...you got this!!!

[@jrhunter007]

Good playing, good sound. (Peel off the plastic on the pick guard.)

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Thank you very much (and I'll get on it)

[@ninjaboy1098]

How tall are you? That bass is huuuuuuge. No offense ❤️

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

None taken 😂 and I'm 5' 3" so i'm quite small which is why all my instruments look HUGE on me

[@spawnthecrazy]

Why is your mic volume so low? Can barely hear you...

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I'll have to remember that for future videos :)

[@l3gion988]

0:58 2:13 I DoNt ReAlLy PlAy BaSs

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

Just a fair amount of practice :)

[@Alienkiwi730]

Work on your timing

[@RichardAshbyMusic]

I will! Gotta be locked in if you're playing bass