A couple of different brands use "CV" in the name of their bass models (Schecter, Squier, others?). What does "CV" stand for? I'm guessing that the "V" is for "vintage" but have no idea what the "C" stands for. Thanks.
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What does "CV" stand for?
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Custom Vibe, for Squier, I think.
cue the jokers who can’t resist posting “Corona Virus”
cue the jokers who can’t resist posting “Corona Virus”
Classic Vibe as used by Squier: A "take" on a classic. Not intended to be a 100% accurate reproduction, but "in the spirit of" such.
For Squier,
CV, Classic Vibe,
VM, Vintage Modified.
CV, Classic Vibe,
VM, Vintage Modified.
Looks like your guess is correct for Schecter. No idea what the C stands for, if anything. Here's what they say about it:
Introducing the CV Series, a vintage/modern Rock n’ Roll design using the C bass shape with a flat top, vintage radius, and elbow/waist contours. Versatility was the fundamental goal of design. With basses, tone can cross over into any genre as long as your instrument has the versatility, and this bass does! The 3-Way Series-Split-Parallel switch for each pickup allows you to change your CV into 3 different sounding basses, while the use of the blend pot can dive even deeper into more tones. Simplicity was an element. Master Volume, Master Tone, and the 3-Way Toggle lets you get to the point quickly without fussing around with active EQ’s. Dial in the pickup position and you're off!
Curriculum Vitae
or what the French call a résumé
or what the French call a résumé
Custom Vibe, yeah, but I always mentally read it as Control Voltage
Now, how about a discussion on why the current Classic Vibes aren't as good as the older ones.
the germans too when they speak english, and i think most europeans. but isn't resume a french word?? sorry, can't do the little thingies on my keyboard, i'm not very techie.
oh wait, this is about guitars or something???
Was gonna reply 'control voltage' and in fact, I still will.
I was gonna say that but figured someone would get there first.
so...the new Fender Vintera series is essentially the Fender brand's version of the "Classic Vibe" series?
You could look at that way. Essentially it’s like this:
Classic Vibe = top-of-the-line Squier (Made in Indonesia or China)
Vintera = top-of-the-line (or nearly top-of-the-line) Fender (Made in Mexico)
Ultra = top-of-the-line Fender (Made in USA)
Fender tries to put an instrument in your hands at whatever budget level you can afford. It’s one reason why their market share, while declining, is still in a leading position.
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CV is conversion varnish, or CV can stand for Continuous Velocity.
