Fender 50's P vs Squire Classic Vibe 50's

[kevin_lindsay]

I just posted this thread - might be useful for comparison?

Cool video of Ed Friedland taking the basses for a test drive - and comparing the models with Japanese and USA versions.

 

[johnnyflats]

I agree with you on the fiesta red statement.
Heres my cij 57 reissue.

 

[bassnyc1]

Hi,

I picked up a new 50's classic series P bass in 2 tone sunburst last October. It's an amazing bass, especially for it's price. It's got everything a P bass fan would want. The first gig I brought it to, I was planning to just have it there as a backup. After I heard it through the club's SVT with an 810 cab, I used it for the entire gig and every gig since (and to think I'm usually a Jazz bass guy!)
It's incredibly light as well. I haven't weighed mine but I imagine it's under 9 pounds.

Squier's are an incredible value, especially these days. I like their VM series and I have tried their classic vibe 50's P bass. Decent, but I do feel a difference in quality from my Fender. I guess it just boils down to what you're going to do with the bass: use it as a main player or a backup.

IMHO, you can't go wrong with either but I think that in the long term you'll be happier that you spent the extra $$$ for the Fender.

Whichever bass you buy, enjoy your purchase!!!

 

[Door Gunner]

Love my cv 50s. Just put a custom pickgaurd on it. Looking sweet and sounds great.