Description
The Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI Laurel Fingerboard – Black is a distinctive six string instrument tuned one octave below standard guitar, bringing deep bass authority with familiar guitar style playability. It is ideal for adventurous bassists, studio players and guitarists who want to cover bass lines without changing technique. From surf and indie to film scores and modern alternative, the Bass VI delivers a wide range of expressive tones. The comfortable offset body, short scale feel and slim neck encourage confident movement across the range, while the vintage inspired styling looks the part on stage and in the studio.
Features
30 inch scale for easy feel
The 30 inch scale length keeps string tension manageable, making stretches, chords and melodic lines feel natural for both bassists and guitarists. It offers a smooth transition for players coming from standard guitar while retaining true low end authority one octave down.
Versatile triple pickup circuit
Three Fender Designed Alnico single coil pickups with individual on/off switches and a tone shaping strangle switch unlock a broad palette of sounds. From thumping fundamentals to cutting, picked textures, the switching lets you tailor articulation and presence for stage, studio or practice.
Comfortable neck and laurel fingerboard
A comfortable C shape maple neck and laurel fingerboard provide a fast, reassuring feel for complex parts and steady grooves. The fingerboard’s smooth surface promotes accurate fretting and clean vibrato, while the short scale aids reach for players with smaller hands.
Vintage style vibrato bridge
The six saddle adjustable bridge with a vintage style floating vibrato adds expressive shimmer to lines and chords. Intonation and action can be dialled in precisely, while the chrome hardware gives reliable performance and a classic look.
Classic Vibe quality and value
Classic Vibe models are known for thoughtful specs, period correct aesthetics and impressive consistency. Compared with entry level student instruments, you get upgraded pickups, a more refined neck finish and sturdier hardware for dependable tuning and tone across rehearsals, gigs and recording sessions.