I would love to see Fender do some of these more interesting designs with their American-tier quality. Squier gets some really unique designs and even things like matching headstocks that you can’t often get in the American Pro/Original series … you have to get into Custom Shop territory before seeing those options become available again and CS is just not going to happen for most players Squier is super nice these days but it feels like a missed opportunity
You see it occasionally on limited runs in different series, but you're right. They make great stuff across the board for so many different players and their wants/needs.. Thanks for watching and commenting - Anthony
Their Parallel Universe series is what you’re describing. For example they made a PJ version of this bass and it’s gorgeous. But that line is 2,000+ and very limited
@@jaxonvictoria4345 for sure. Personally I plan on buying this one and upgrading the hardware, maybe even slapping on a roasted maple j bass neck. Still less than a custom shop.
I bought one of these in the butterscotch finish and it is my favorite bass right now. I saw your original review of the 2020 model, along with other TH-camrs whom i respect, and took the chance and I highly recommend getting one NO MATTER WHAT YOUR LEVEL OF PLAYING IS. IT SO MUCH FUN! and it was so easy to adjust to my playing. I just played a gig where I had to play a mixed bag od styles and it covered everything very well. The only change I made to it is a black Kickass bridge which just added to it's sound and look! GET IT!
Answers the question "What would the Jazz Bass look like if it had been introduced in '54 instead of '60?" The pictures of the black one on Fender's website don't do it justice, the pick guard looking like some kind of woodgrain material, which initially put me off. It had me looking into custom replacements. It isn't woodgrain though, but plastic, having the appearance of gold anodized aluminium with a lightly brushed finish. I think gold plated hardware would really make it pop. I get to pick mine up today or tomorrow.
Thanks Trevor!! It's always a work in progress, but I've been practicing it more... plus I have a gig that I'm playing that forces me into it. Thanks for watching - Anthony
They are great regardless of the price! I find myself playing my older Vintage Modified Squier often... the ONLY negative I can ever say is that they are more finicky with humidity changes than my higher end basses. Sound and play great, just need to keep an eye on the setup more often. Thanks for watching - Anthony
@@EmpireMusicPgh Whew, I thought my Affinity basses were the only ones reacting a lot to humidity and temperature changes. Squiers do look and sound a lot like fenders, but seldom do reviewers mention things like durability and stability. I mean you have to give up something for the price...
I don't know why they stopped production of the blonde model. That was what they used in the 50's. If you want to produce a replica, then stay true to the color.
Best bass I’ve ever owned. Upgraded the pickups with Seymour Duncan quarter pounders and a Babicz bridge and it plays and sounds like a dream.
Trying to decide between this one and the Classic Vibe 70s Jazz
Me too
Just picked this up and I'm incredibly impressed with how versatile it is!
Sir in your opinion which is better this or the squire classic vibes jazz bass 70?
@@Borgz34 I have both, you can’t go wrong with either one.
I love your reviews. This shows that a good player makes an average bass better.
I would love to see Fender do some of these more interesting designs with their American-tier quality.
Squier gets some really unique designs and even things like matching headstocks that you can’t often get in the American Pro/Original series … you have to get into Custom Shop territory before seeing those options become available again and CS is just not going to happen for most players
Squier is super nice these days but it feels like a missed opportunity
They know what they’re doing so players spend dough on every tier.
You see it occasionally on limited runs in different series, but you're right. They make great stuff across the board for so many different players and their wants/needs.. Thanks for watching and commenting - Anthony
Their Parallel Universe series is what you’re describing. For example they made a PJ version of this bass and it’s gorgeous. But that line is 2,000+ and very limited
@@SarkagianGaribaldian exactly. Plus there’s always the Custom Shop for people who like this spec or that spec or whatever to be “American made.”
@@jaxonvictoria4345 for sure. Personally I plan on buying this one and upgrading the hardware, maybe even slapping on a roasted maple j bass neck. Still less than a custom shop.
I bought one of these in the butterscotch finish and it is my favorite bass right now. I saw your original review of the 2020 model, along with other TH-camrs whom i respect, and took the chance and I highly recommend getting one NO MATTER WHAT YOUR LEVEL OF PLAYING IS. IT SO MUCH FUN! and it was so easy to adjust to my playing. I just played a gig where I had to play a mixed bag od styles and it covered everything very well. The only change I made to it is a black Kickass bridge which just added to it's sound and look! GET IT!
Good info! Is it heavy, and how's the balance?
@@bobt5778 perfect!
I bought the sunburst version as my first bass in January. I really like it. Easy to play, nice tone.
Great demo! It kinda sounds like a Rickenbacker with the tone all the way up. Amazing
Answers the question "What would the Jazz Bass look like if it had been introduced in '54 instead of '60?"
The pictures of the black one on Fender's website don't do it justice, the pick guard looking like some kind of woodgrain material, which initially put me off. It had me looking into custom replacements. It isn't woodgrain though, but plastic, having the appearance of gold anodized aluminium with a lightly brushed finish. I think gold plated hardware would really make it pop.
I get to pick mine up today or tomorrow.
Nice just wishing we had the option of P or PJ setup on these.
A strikingly cool instrument.
Sounds like a perfect bass for playing Geddy Lee 🤘🏼
Really opens up with a pick
i’d be really curious to hear this with flats
Would be really nice! Prob tame some of the highs without dialing the tone back as much as i did! Thanks for watching - Anthony
Very cool bass and man Anthony you were in your groove today. Also your pick playing has improved a lot.
Thanks Trevor!! It's always a work in progress, but I've been practicing it more... plus I have a gig that I'm playing that forces me into it. Thanks for watching - Anthony
@@EmpireMusicPgh hey Anthony do you have a YT channel would like to hear you playing in a band
@@trevornorton3552 i do... but not much on there. hit me up on IG @anthony.pecora. some clips on there, and more to come
Great review
Thanks! - Anthony
I highly regard these basses, I own the original run of these and I play it more than my Am Professional.
They are great regardless of the price! I find myself playing my older Vintage Modified Squier often... the ONLY negative I can ever say is that they are more finicky with humidity changes than my higher end basses. Sound and play great, just need to keep an eye on the setup more often. Thanks for watching - Anthony
@@EmpireMusicPgh Whew, I thought my Affinity basses were the only ones reacting a lot to humidity and temperature changes. Squiers do look and sound a lot like fenders, but seldom do reviewers mention things like durability and stability. I mean you have to give up something for the price...
WOW ! Look and sound !!!!
I don't even have the bass yet but I've decided Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Cobalt Flats will be the first tonal journey
Great option! I'm a big fan of Dunlop Flats personally, but Cobalts would prob be really nice! Thanks for watching - Anthony
This Bass in the $2000 level USA Fender would sell like hotcakes... With a great vibe and quality feel, much better value gain, etc ..
This guy can sell a donkey to a cowboy! Beautiful bass-tone! Love the thing!
I don't know why they stopped production of the blonde model. That was what they used in the 50's. If you want to produce a replica, then stay true to the color.
Would this bass be a good fit for punk and rock in general ? Thx
I would also like to know this as well :-)
It's a jazz, ofc it will be awesome :D
What's the difference betwenn this and year 2020 model?
Color, original models came in white and butterscotch with black pickguars, while now you can get them in black/gold and triburst/tort red
Amp?
But why ? Should have put some split on it , not those come on squier
Jazz pickups look better with that 54 pickguard than split coils
mike dirnt of green day agrees with you