Fender Squier Jazz Bass

20 frets, 4 strings, don't know when it was made, 2 volume, 1 tone, s/s pickups, passive

This bass gives me all of the sound I want. I have no complaints.

As far as I can tell the bass was made perfectly. There are a couple of minor flaws that I have created over the years.

Never had any problem.

Never had to deal with the company. Never had a problem with this bass.

I bought this bass 6 years ago and have not regretted it since. It is an excellent deal.

This bass has 20 frets. it also has a bolt-on neck. the fretboard is maple. It features two single coil pickups. Passive electronics. It comes with a gig bag with the squier logo. It mimicks the Fender Jazz bass, but lower quality and cheaper. it has two volume knobs, and a tone knob.

It has okay sound. It is best suited for regular old rock. When you turn the tone knob up, it gives a treble boost, and a hum. this bass would not be good at all for a studio, but is alright for live performances, or rpacticing.

This bass looks great. After a year of having it, I had to have the neck re-alligned, but other than that, there were no major problems. The wood is high quality, as can be expected from a fender division

This bass is okay for live performances, although after about an hour, the bottom strap button will probably loose, and maybe cause the strap to fall off. The neck needed to be adjusted once every few months. The hardware seems pretty durable, and the tuning knobs are solid. I would only use this on a gig as a backup because of the strap button problem. It would be embarassing to have the bass fall in the middle of a song.

I haven't had to deal with them.

This bass is not my favorite bass. I prefer a bass with a better sound quality, and more versatility. I would not buy this bass, unless it was the only one available in your price range. All in all, it works well enough for the beginner, who doesn't have a whole lot of money to spend, or isn't real picky about sound quality.

Squire Jazz Bass. 1998. Made in Korea. 20 fret. Two volume, one tone. Two standard jazz bass pickups passive electronics. great thin jazz neck. I had to give it a lower score here, because it's really basic, but it's all i really need.

I play rock/metal, and works great. Really dark heavy sound. Works just as well for finger style and slap. I play it through a Peavy TKO 115, which kind of muddy, so i crank the tone. I'm hoping to get a Hartke or SWR amp, though. I havn't found too many bad sounds.

Havn't changed the factory settings at all. Action's a tad high, but i guess i like it.

Never used a back up (or another bass for that matter) The hardware is solid, and the body is indestructable.

never delt with fender. i've heard there a nightmare, though.

I love this bass, if it was stolen i would most definatly buy a new one. (maybe a american standard). I play it through an Ibanez auto wah sometimes, which is not really a metal sound, but it's cool. The tone control really makes it stand out. It's just fun to play, too.

1997 Mexican made Jazz Bass. 20 Frets on a Rosewood Fretboard. 2 volumes, 1 tone. Pretty basic stuff...... Poplar body wood, maple neck. I've got a sunburst finish on mine....absolutely gorgeous. 34'' scale. It's a freaking Jazz Bass....you can't launch spacecraft with it or anything, but you can play it...gee, it IS a musical instrument! As far as features, this bass isn't chock full of anything in excess....aside from sounding pretty damn good for the price, feeling better then most basses I've played (and I mean most...I can't believe how uncomfortable other basses feel compared to this), and looking absolutely stunning (this baby just glows with glossy sunburst goodness....I love it!)....there is really nothing to scream about...just the usual time-tested Jazz Bass features. I give an 8 because if it ain't broke....don't fix it...and they haven't, thank God. I've seen some ugly ass Jazz wanna-bees that are supposedly innovative when they are just a waste of tree. Thumbs up for not fucking with success.

Now for the reason why you'd buy a Jazz....the sound....yup, it looks like a Jazz Bass, but guess what, it also sounds like one too....is that good? is that bad?? it's your call....I happen to love the growl of a Jazz though. The pickups aren't as good as the pickups on an American Standard Jazz, but they are damn good for the mula. No complaints when played clean.....could be higher output, but nothing I'd really change. I play through a Big Muff as well: sounds pretty damn good with a Muff too.....nice job Squier.

The finish is flawless and durable as all hell. I don't remember how it was set-up, but right now I've got the action a bit low......it's easy to adjust...overall, it's beautiful.....thumbs way up again for the durable paint job...I wish cars had paint this tough!

I haven't played it in a gig...but for as many times as I've hit this thing accidentally, it holds up extremely well....the paint refuses to scratch (except for below the bridge, but that's my fault...). It has yet to let me down...I've got this thing for life! This thing is made by Fender, so it's as solid as a tank and sounds pretty good for the green....thumbs way up.

Never dealt with Fender before, but I'd imagine that I would never have to (for Christ's sake, this thing is indestructible...I've hit the neck a million times and nothing happens to it!) Purdy web site though..(www.fender.com).....10 for the site

This is a beautiful bass....it may not be a gig-ready bass right out of the box (you might want to replace the pickups), but it gives you more then you pay for...it's a tank that will probably out last me.....I urge everyone to at least try one (a Mexican one...I'm not sure how the Korean and Chinese ones are). I'd buy it again if I had to....I do wish it came with a nice naked model though...but hey, I can't ask for everything can I? If someone even had the thought of stealing this baby from me crossing their minds, I'd shoot to kill and piss on the body, later burning the ashes....THIS BABY IS MINE FOR LIFE!

1998 Mexican made. 20 frets. Alder body/ maple neck w/ rosewood fretboard (i'm not sure if it has a laminate top but the wood grain thru the sunburst finish is very nice as well as the actual sunburst color.) s/s pickup config ; 2 volume controls / one tone. Standard metal jazz bridge, not body thru like the american standards. 3 ply pick guard

For 400$ (Can.) I was shocked at how nice this bass sounded. I have an Ibanez Ergodyne that I like quite a bit but I cannot get the range of sounds that the Jazz Squier gives me. The pickups are bright and solid. I can get a very bright, some may find the high end bright maybe a bit tinnie, or deep growl from the bazz and that's from my Yamaha 40 practice amp, without compression.

The Squier Bazz is flawless. There is nothing wrong with the unit. I'm still surprised. Well see how the tuning pegs hold up when I spank her live. but for now..

Haven't had the chance to play it live yet I'll go on a limb and say that I expect the Bazz to hold up very well although I think the finish will wear thin faster than an am. std. bazz. No big deal to me. Ok. If I was big time bass guy this may not be my main but for a small band occasional live performing player this bass should do just fine.

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I wish the body was heavier. I like a heavy bass... Apart from that this things a dream at the price. Great sound. I'm loving just piddling with it.
If your looking for a first bass the Squier Jazz is a great bet. I would rec. it over the P-Bass 'cause you have more tone and sounds to play with.
Remember I'm basing this review on the fact that this bass is what it is and not a $2000 alembic or something.

Squier Jazz Bass With a poplar body I think. Maple neck w/ rosewood fingerboard. Passive J pickups with individual volume for each pickup and a master tone. 34" inch scale thin neck. Off White finish, Made in Korea. I think mid to late 80's.

Passive pickups mean a thin midrangey mix of tones. Not at all bad though. If you use an expensive rig (ie: Hartke,SWR,David Eden)it has a fairly warm familiar tone. but this bass shines when you use an inexpensive basic combo amp. The kind of amp most people who would buy this bass might own. the midrange stands out effectively and could be heard well in a jam situation. Not a killer tone by any means but a respectable one. No complaints.

the action is nothing to write home about. Although it can be hassled into a somewhat comfotable feel. good appearance overall even though this bass is a few years old. it has stood up well even with extensive playing it has suffered only minimal fretware. the fit and finish is pure Fender. not fancy but functional. A good stable old plank o' wood and in an emergency would burn for a good two hours ;) Again no complaints.

A good gigger and a reliable practice bass. I would have no problem taking it around the corner or around the country. Basic pot metal hardware is as good as anything else in it's price range. solid enough to be used without a backup if it's not neglected and in top repair. As good a cheapo as you will find. Above average.

No support No repairs No complaints.

Eventhough my number one bass is my 5 string G&L. And this puppy will probably never see the light of day again. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to a beginner as a good starter that will be around long after it's owner upgrades. A perfect blend of value and function Hey, it's a Fender!