Squier Jazz Affinity

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$259.00 to $369.99 Price Tier: Budget

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In the Electric Basses category, Squier Jazz Affinity is priced in the Budget/Beginner range. This is great gear to get started with or for creators on a budget.

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Elevate your bass game with the Squier Jazz Affinity, a perfect blend of affordability and quality for both budding bassists and seasoned players seeking a reliable backup. This electric bass is a gateway to the legendary Fender family, offering classic design and robust sound. Constructed with a poplar body and a maple neck, this bass ensures a full-bodied, resonant tone that's as dynamic as your playing style. The slim "C"-shaped neck profile is crafted for comfort, making long jam sessions a breeze.

Equipped with two Squier single-coil J Bass pickups, the Jazz Affinity delivers a versatile range of tones that can effortlessly cut through any mix. Whether you're laying down the groove for a jazz ensemble or driving the rhythm in a rock band, this bass has you covered. The vintage-style open-gear tuning machines ensure smooth, precise tuning, while the four-saddle bass bridge provides excellent string stability. With its sleek design and player-friendly features, the Squier Jazz Affinity is not just an instrument, but a stepping stone on your musical journey.

Key Features:

Poplar body for a balanced, booming voice
Maple neck with a comfortable "C" shape
Maple or Indian Laurel fingerboard options
Dual Squier single-coil Jazz Bass pickups
Vintage-style open-gear tuning machines
4-saddle bass bridge for enhanced stability

Product specs

Number of Strings	4
Left-/Right-handed	Right-handed
Body Shape	Affinity Series Jazz
Body Material	Poplar
Body Finish	Gloss Polyurethane
Neck Material	Maple
Neck Shape	C
Radius	9.5"
Fingerboard Inlay	Dots
Number of Frets	20, Medium Jumbo
Scale Length	34"
Nut Width	1.5"
Nut Material	Synthetic Bone
Bridge/Tailpiece	4-Saddle Standard
Tuners	Vintage-style Open Gear with Clover buttons
Neck Pickup	Ceramic Jazz Single-coil
Bridge Pickup	Ceramic Jazz Single-coil
Controls	2 x volume, 1 x tone
Strings	Nickel Plated Steel, .045-.105
Case/Gig Bag	Sold Separately

FAQs

What kind of tone can I expect from the Squier Affinity Jazz Bass pickups?: The Squier Affinity Jazz Bass features ceramic single-coil pickups that deliver a bright and punchy tone, ideal for genres like jazz, funk, and rock. The dual-pickup configuration allows for a wide range of tonal versatility.
Is the Squier Affinity Jazz Bass suitable for beginners?: Yes, the Squier Affinity Jazz Bass is an excellent choice for beginners due to its comfortable C-shaped neck and lightweight poplar body, making it easy to play and handle.
What is the neck profile like on the Squier Affinity Jazz Bass?: The Squier Affinity Jazz Bass features a C-shaped neck profile, providing a comfortable and familiar feel that is well-suited for various playing styles.
Does the Squier Affinity Jazz Bass come with a gig bag or case?: No, the Squier Affinity Jazz Bass does not include a gig bag or case; these must be purchased separately.
How does the Squier Affinity Jazz Bass compare to a Precision Bass?: The Squier Affinity Jazz Bass offers a more contoured body shape and two single-coil pickups, providing a brighter and more versatile tone compared to the Precision Bass, which typically has a single split-coil pickup and a thicker sound.

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PROS

Excellent value for money with impressive build quality
Smooth neck and fretboard for comfortable playability
Versatile sound range, suitable for various music genres
Attractive finish and classic Jazz bass style
Solid hardware, easily customizable for enhancements
Quiet electronics with minimal buzz
Affordable alternative to higher-end Fender models
Lightweight design for easy handling
Great for beginners and experienced players alike
Quick and responsive action with no fret buzz

CONS

Some models have rough fret ends and need setup adjustments
Pickups can be weak, particularly the bridge pickup
Neck can be unfinished and require additional care
Tuners may be stiff and difficult to adjust
Neck-heavy design can cause imbalance without a proper strap

Critic Reviews

Squier (by Fender) Affinity Jazz (the "J") Bass Review - getting started with an inexpensive bass that actually plays great - The Guitar Review dot Com(tm)

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The Squier Affinity Jazz Bass impresses as a budget-friendly starter instrument, delivering solid playability and a classic Fender sound. While its Chinese craftsmanship means a few compromises—like thicker finishes and slightly noisy pickups—its maple neck and rosewood fretboard feel excellent for the price. The bass is light, well-balanced, and easy to handle, although the long scale may challenge those with smaller hands. While the pickup output and neck consistency could be improved, the Squier Affinity offers a great value for beginners, with the potential for upgrades to rival pricier models. Overall, it's a reliable, affordable entry into the world of bass.

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dhorton

217

about 1 year ago

Remarkably good for an entry-level instrument.

Not bad out of the box. Take it to the next level by putting on some flatwound strings and lowering the action as far as you can without getting a lot of fret noise when played normally. Paired with Fender 9050ML strings, it's a joy to play.

Roles:

Bassist

deveatsbrains

3 months ago 3 months ago

I second adding those flatwound strings. Makes such a difference!

nivellen_woods

about 2 years ago

Solid Jazz Bass for the price

Plays well and sounds great, for the price point, a fantastic jazz bass for someone who just wants a j-bass for fun, but can be used for gigging/recording no problem.

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Bassist

Genres:

Rock Hip Hop Blues

basshero

119

over 2 years ago

really cant go wrong

mine could do with a setup, but for the price you absolutely cannot go wrong with one of these. yes, it doesnt play as good as its big sister fenders, but really its not bad at all and do recommend for beginners and those who cant afford to buy expensive guitars.

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Bassist

Genres:

Progressive metal Psychedelic rock J-pop

thcraymer

910

over 3 years ago

Great versatile bass, perfect for any style!

This was my first bass, I got it as a birthday gift from a second hand store, and played this monster for around 10 years! It's a very versatile bass, you can play anything from classic or psychedelic rock to punk or metal, it sounds great in any context! It's also easily customizable, and easy to find replacement pickguards, control plates, etc. As well as sounding great clean, it sounds amazing run through effects like fuzz, especially with the right strings!

I have since sold the bass (the reason being that I switched to playing short scale more often as my bass lines became more complex, and I needed the money), but this bass will always have a place in my heart!

Preferred Settings + Usage:

As well as some aesthetic changes such as changing the pickguard and volume/tone knobs, one significant change was changing the strings to Rotosound '88 tapewounds. It's as if those strings were made for that bass! The feel became way more comfortable, and the sound was significantly improved, it became more "bass like", dark and punchy, and also eliminated all fret buzz (if anything, the bass' only weakness is that it can be prone to fret buzz, so the action may need to be set higher than average to eliminate this with regular strings)

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Bassist

Genres:

Rock Art rock Progressive rock

kingson_sao

almost 3 years ago

The most affordable bass

The price is very reasonable for what I expected. Not really a bass player but for recording and playing live, this bass is versatile. Every beginner and even for professional musician who need an affordable bass, the Squier Affinity Jazz Bass is perfect !

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Bassist

Genres:

Rock Pop Blues

piotrwk

632

almost 3 years ago

Absolutely great bass for it's price

Some people hate on squiers but this one in my opinon is better than a few fender basses than i played, not all of them it still has cheaper materials and other basses have better tone but for its price its great.

Preferred Settings + Usage:

Every knob at max.

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Bassist

Genres:

Rock Psychedelic rock Metal

elijahniebling

over 3 years ago

Seriously this is the best bass I've ever used.

This bass has a very smooth feeling neck and is coupled with excellent sounding pickups. My 2018 Indonesian-made model is on par with the MIM Fender Jazz Bass (2012) which my high school owns. Very good quality considering it's a Squier.

Preferred Settings + Usage:

Everything on 100% with Ernie Ball 'Hybrid Slinky Nickel Wound' strings.

Roles:

Guitarist Bassist Composer

Genres:

Rock Pop Contemporary R&B

avrydacool1

about 3 years ago

Great bass sound wise and look wise!

I got it for my birthday a few years ago. It’s my first and only bass. It was made in indonesia in 2009. I love this bass a lot!

Roles:

Bassist Ukulele Player

Genres:

Rock Alternative rock Punk rock

cornerstone_worship_...

over 4 years ago

Pretty good

Noisy pickups, but otherwise pretty good for the price. Would recommend buying a Squier Classic Vibe '60s instead. Good if you're looking for basses under 250 bucks or so.

Preferred Settings + Usage:

I like using both pickups (otherwise it would have a pretty noisy hum) but, I like to have the neck pickup 100 (all the way up) but the bridge pickup around 70 (a little more than half). Tone I like to keep at around 50-70.

Roles:

Guitarist Bassist

Genres:

Rock Pop Jazz

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