Anybody know any thing about these basses? Are they any good? I can pick this one up for $300. Is that a good deal assuming condition is excellent as they say?
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Is there really such a thing as a MIM Squier?
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Yes, they were made in Mexico for a short time in the late 90’s.
If it’s in great condition, $300 is a good (but not great) price.
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Over time there have been MIM, MIJ, and MIK Squiers. MIJ Squiers have a good rep, but seem to have inflated prices recently. My old roommate had a MIK and when we took it apart the body was made of chipboard.
The MIM Squiers were made to the same standards as the MIM Fenders of that period. Solid wood bodies, no plywood. The bodies and necks were virtually indistinguishable (save for the logo).
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Add MII, and MIC to the Squier origin story.
Indonesia, and China
I left those out because that’s where they’re currently made.
but if you wanna get wild with the Fender origin story, look up the MIC Fender Starcaster bass
Chipboard? Or plywood? I just took apart a Korean Squier yesterday and the body is plywood.
IF there seems to be no relief/neck problems and the condition and the way it feels agrees with you, TRY and find a better PBass for $300. It it was solid, and I was in the market, and it's a square deal, it would go home with me.
Of course, if it doesn't hit you, move on.
And yes, as others have pointed out, since the 80's, Squier production has wandered all round the Pacific Rim, I'm supposing depending on Fender production capacity and economic conditions.
Of course, if it doesn't hit you, move on.
And yes, as others have pointed out, since the 80's, Squier production has wandered all round the Pacific Rim, I'm supposing depending on Fender production capacity and economic conditions.
Oh boy, let's go wilder then... Fender Jazz Bass Southern Cross, built by Giannini in Brazil, during a short period, there's also the Squiers but I couldn't find a proper picture...
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Yes there were MIM Squiers and they are generally viewed as good quality basses. $300 is a decent price but not an amazing deal. Of course it depends on the condition of the bass, what's included, whether it's being shipped etc.
Don’t forget India. They were made there as well.
OP, regarding the bass, as other said, yes it’s legit. I imagine it may be similar to the ‘94 MIM Fender “Squier series” p bass I had. That bass, if I’m being honest, was kinda junk. The body, more specifically, really showed some cut corners. The neck pocket had overhang from the neck heel, and the round overs on the edges were still really square and blocky. The neck was fine. Nothing wrong, but nothing special. IMO, the current affinity models are better made.
My understanding is plywood has parallel layers? This was made of tiny chips going in all directions pressed into a board.
I winced when I looked at those windings
I'm sure they even used Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF), certainly in Japan in the early 90s
Thanks for advice everyone. Think I’ll pass on it. I already have a black American Std Precision from 2008 that is my daily driver. Thought that Squier might be rare or something…
