Squier Classic Vibe 2019

[InstantEctobass]

NBD Squier Classic Vibe Jazz

As I mentioned in that thread, I'm hopeful the 2019 range turn out to be nice players, the Daphne Blue jazz is causing GAS...

We shall see... I never had a Poplar body bass.

 

[bassbully]

Loved all of the early classic vibes. Hope these are just as good.

 

[nerkoids]

If ever I get myself another Squier Jazz bass, it's going to be another 70s VM. Those new CVs have crappier tuning machines and the same pups and an uglier looking body wood for 50 dollars more? Not so sure about that.

I will say the pups are at least the same, which mean they are great sounding pups.

 

[InstantEctobass]

If ever I get myself another Squier Jazz bass, it's going to be another 70s VM. Those new CVs have crappier tuning machines and the same pups and an uglier looking body wood for 50 dollars more? Not so sure about that.

I will say the pups are at least the same, which mean they are great sounding pups.

The 70s CV JB are getting a light maple body, like the 70s VM JB
The tuners we are unsure until we have them into our hands

 

[nerkoids]

The 70s CV JB are getting a light maple body, like the 70s VM JB
The tuners we are unsure until we have them into our hands

They're exactly the same tuners you can buy on ebay for 15-20 USD. A downgrade from the VM bass tuning machines, which are the same ones you find on the MiMs.

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[InstantEctobass]

They're exactly the same tuners you can buy on ebay for 15-20 USD. A downgrade from the VM bass tuning machines, which are the same ones you find on the MiMs.

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Which ones would you recommand to replace?

 

[jeff7bass]

I prefer the high-mass bridge with brass saddles on my Matt Freeman. Looks great and sounds great, no need to swap out.

 

[4sight]

They're exactly the same tuners you can buy on ebay for 15-20 USD. A downgrade from the VM bass tuning machines, which are the same ones you find on the MiMs.

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The description says "nickel plated hardware", but the picture shows chrome. Might just be Fender's website not showing the correct tuners, we'll have to see.

The vintage threaded bridge is at least period correct - while I really like the high mass brass saddled one on the previous 60s Jazz, it doesn't scream 60s to me.

 

[InstantEctobass]

The description says "nickel plated hardware", but the picture shows chrome. Might just be Fender's website not showing the correct tuners, we'll have to see.

The vintage threaded bridge is at least period correct - while I really like the high mass brass saddled one on the previous 60s Jazz, it doesn't scream 60s to me.

Yeah but that bridge is badly replaceable, because of its abnormal screw spacing. And true, it wasn't 60ish.
If I get the new CV 70s JB, I'll swap for a badass style bridge

 

[Felix1776]

I've mostly skimmed this thread so I apologize if I missed it, but it appears the CV 70s P bass is going away? It's not shown on Fender's website but Sweetwater, etc still have them on their sites.

 

[InstantEctobass]

I've mostly skimmed this thread so I apologize if I missed it, but it appears the CV 70s P bass is going away? It's not shown on Fender's website but Sweetwater, etc still have them on their sites.

it is, grab one while you can

 

[Felix1776]

it is, grab one while you can

Crap! I'm really not a P bass guy even though I've had a couple of nice ones that I've bought or built up. But every time I've been without one, I've regretted it. I love the 70s styling and don't want to drop MIA cash. The squier will probably do just fine for me. I'm getting one.

 

[4sight]

Looking forward to some reviews of the new basses. I'm expecting VM quality (which is consistently good, but not CV good) with different hardware options. I would be very happy to be proven wrong

 

[nerkoids]

Which ones would you recommand to replace?

These Wilkinsons:
♪ Jin Ho Instrument Co., Ltd ♪ ※ Guitar Tuning Keys ※

 

[nerkoids]

If those will be too tight of a fit, then these would do as well (for the 70s version):
Ping Precision Tuning Machines Chrome P2682 Bass Tuners | eBay

 

[4sight]

These Wilkinsons:

Good to know that those full size plate Wilkinsons fit, thanks for that What bass is that on?

 

[InstantEctobass]

Thanks for the tuners suggestions!

 

[SteveCS]

Here is my previous Indonesian Squier deluxe strar in Daphne blue. It is a nice colour as Surf green and seafoam green.
Once aged, the green tint could make it better look .

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You can't beat a Daphne Blue strat...

 

[Yahboy]

These Wilkinsons:
♪ Jin Ho Instrument Co., Ltd ♪ ※ Guitar Tuning Keys ※

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Oh, that's is my previous CV60J headstock shot.
This thing are heavy , but she has no neck dive problem after install, just because the body are heavy. Overall weight with Wilkinson tuning machine are over 10.5lbs.

I highly recommend Gotoh res.o.lite vintage tuning machine. Lighter than stock CV tuning machine, overall weight reduce 260grams+/- .

 

[Yahboy]

I prefer the high-mass bridge with brass saddles on my Matt Freeman. Looks great and sounds great, no need to swap out.

Stock CV himass bridge on pbass make the Flatwound string sound less organic and woody to me; but sound pretty crisp and nice energy tone on CV60J with roundwound string.