Pricing and availability
We compare 600+ stores and found this item at 6 stores. Prices updated .
Store
Reviews
Price
Average Price: $385
Budget/Beginner
$400
$1001+
Price Tier
Budget
Standard
High-end
Price History
Based on price data from 4 merchants for "Squier Jaguar Classic Vibe Bass". Prices shown reflect NEW condition. Tracking began Apr 2, 2026.
* Product prices and availability are updated by Equipboard every 24hrs and are subject to change. Equipboard may receive compensation for purchases made at participating retailers linked on this site. This compensation does not affect what products or prices are displayed, or the order of prices listed. For more information, please refer to our affiliate disclosure.
Description
The Squier Jaguar Classic Vibe Bass is a captivating blend of retro style and modern functionality, perfect for players seeking both aesthetic charm and versatile sound. This 4-string electric bass showcases the iconic Jaguar body shape, offering a short-scale design that is both comfortable and responsive. At its heart are dual Fender-designed alnico pickups—a P Bass pickup in the middle and a J Bass pickup at the bridge—providing a wide spectrum of tones, from warm and punchy to bright and articulate. This makes it an excellent choice for both rock and funk enthusiasts alike.
The Jaguar Bass's slim C-shaped neck, crafted from maple, ensures smooth playability with its 9.5" radius Indian laurel fingerboard. Its narrow-tall frets contribute to its player-friendly design, making complex fingerings a breeze. Adding to its vintage allure are '70s-inspired headstock markings, nickel-plated hardware, and a vintage-tint gloss neck finish, all of which pay homage to its Fender heritage.
For those who demand precision in their sound, the Jaguar Bass features concentric volume and tone controls for each pickup, allowing for a customized and dynamic playing experience. A real bone nut enhances tone and tuning stability, ensuring you stay perfectly in tune no matter how hard you play. Completing the package is a vintage-style bridge with slotted barrel saddles, delivering excellent sustain and resonance.
Key Features:
- Iconic Jaguar body shape with a short-scale design
- Maple C-shaped neck with Indian laurel 9.5" radius fingerboard
- Dual Fender-designed alnico pickups: P Bass (middle) and J Bass (bridge)
- Concentric volume and tone controls for each pickup
- Vintage-style bridge with slotted barrel saddles
- '70s-inspired headstock markings and vintage-tint gloss neck finish
- Real bone nut for enhanced tone and tuning stability
Product specs
| Available since | March 2020 |
| Colour | Sunburst |
| Soundboard | Nato |
| Neck | Maple |
| Fretboard | Indian Laurel |
| Frets | 20 |
| Scale | Mediumscale |
| Pickups | PJ |
| Elektronic | Passive |
| Incl. Case | No |
| Incl. Bag | No |
FAQs
-
What type of pickups does the Squier Jaguar Classic Vibe Bass have?
-
The Squier Jaguar Classic Vibe Bass features PJ pickups, combining a Precision Bass split-coil pickup with a Jazz Bass single-coil pickup for versatile tonal options.
-
Is the Squier Jaguar Classic Vibe Bass suitable for beginners?
-
Yes, the Squier Jaguar Classic Vibe Bass is suitable for beginners due to its comfortable medium-scale length and versatile sound, making it easy to play and adaptable to various music genres.
-
What is the neck material of the Squier Jaguar Classic Vibe Bass?
-
The neck of the Squier Jaguar Classic Vibe Bass is made from maple, providing a smooth playing experience and contributing to the instrument's bright tonal quality.
-
Does the Squier Jaguar Classic Vibe Bass come with a case or gig bag?
-
No, the Squier Jaguar Classic Vibe Bass does not come with a case or gig bag, so you may need to purchase one separately for protection and transport.
-
What is the scale length of the Squier Jaguar Classic Vibe Bass?
-
The Squier Jaguar Classic Vibe Bass features a medium-scale length, which provides a comfortable playing experience and is ideal for players who prefer a slightly shorter reach.
Videos
East Coast Music Exchange
Squier Jaguar Bass
Squier Jaguar Bass
East Coast Music Exchange
Reviews
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Squier Jaguar Classic Vibe Bass.
Setup and maintenance
-
Scratchy frets are common; polishing and fretboard hydration often needed right out of the box.
Source
Mods and upgrades
-
Adding a Mustang-style bridge can improve playability and stability.
Source -
Heavy gauge strings (11s to 13s) recommended for better performance, especially on Jaguars.
Source -
Installing a Jag mute requires drilling and potentially pitching back the neck for proper fit.
Source -
Owners recommend replacing stock pickups to alter tonal characteristics; one user swapped the Affinity Jaguar H's pickup for a Delano Hybrid with a split selector for more versatility.
Source
User experience
-
Some users find the guitar heavy and unbalanced when playing standing up.
Source -
Factory-installed Jaguar necks on Jazzmaster bodies may cause intonation issues; check when purchasing.
Source -
Several owners mention a significant neck dive issue, affecting weight balance and ergonomics when playing standing up.
Source -
The medium scale of the Jaguar Classic Vibe is appreciated for its comfort, particularly for players transitioning from smaller basses like the mini P-Bass.
Source
Features and functionality
-
Some Classic Vibe Jaguar models feature Volume 1, Volume 2, Bass Boost, and Master Tone controls, offering diverse tonal adjustments.
Source -
One user highlighted the absence of a tone button on specific Jaguar models, indicating potential limitations in tonal control.
Source -
The Affinity Jaguar H's pickup position gives it a punchy P bass sound, differing from the Classic Vibe's P/J configuration which offers more tonal diversity.
Source
Comparisons
Use cases and applications
-
Owners suggest the Jaguar Bass may suit diverse styles, with its tonal versatility fitting bands like Arctic Monkeys and The Strokes.
Source
4.5 out of 5
Based on 8 Reviews and 48 Ratings
130
Amazing "budget" bass
I have the VM Jaguar with active preamp and P/J pickups. The versatility of tonal options is fantastic. From classic rock to alt-metal and more, this bass will get you there. The build quality rivals that of a low end Fender bass for half the price. The jazz pickup could be a bit more balanced with the precision, but other than that I have no complaints.
112
Great Backup/Intermediate Bass!
This bass right out of the box is fun to play.
It has a pretty rounded tone, with solid lows, mids and highs, and also has an active EQ bass boost pot with the passive pickup. The P/J configuration helps add to the tone, with a punchy precision pickup and a jazzy growl of the bridge jazz pickup complimenting each other really well.
The satin finished neck is fast and playable, and the tuning machines are precise.
This is a good backup bass to have, especially for the price. I reworked mine a bit as a project and to make it more stage-ready as my Eb bass:
-swapped out the stock pickups for Seymour-Duncan™ Quarter Pound Precision/Jazz pickups
-replaced the stock pots with Fender™ 250k split shaft potentiometers with .022 capacitors in a Pv/Pt/Jv/Jt configuration (had to drill the plate out a bit with a 3/8" bit)
-rewired with Stew-Mac™ .22 gauge cloth back wiring
-installed a Switchcraft™ mono flush mount jack (Active pots and pickups require a stereo jack)
-future replacement of neck with a Fender™ maple neck (for tonal purpose)
2065
Okay Squier... I see you!
Love the tone of the bridge pickup by itself, or with a little of the neck mixed in. Just like any other Jaguar- there are more than enough tone combinations. It's versatile as well comfortable.
639
Fun to play
I love mine, good-looking and sounding..just a little problem with the active pu circuit, so I removed it :) Great budget choice.
100
Really cool bass
I actually quite like this bass, because it has good sound and can keep it's tuning well.
Artist usage
Add artist
He uses the short scale version of the bass. The name is covered by a red sticker with the word ''Myfren'' but is clearly a Squier.
In this picture, one can see Taylor playing a short scale Squier Vintage Modified Jaguar Bass in red and black colours.
He got a Signature edition of his Fender Jaguar Bass.
Bass can be seen at 8:50. Also, this guitar has DiMarzio P+J Set pickups, and Fluff said that "that really woke up the bass", and he also said that this bass plays "unbelievably great".
Here's Awsten playing a Squier Jaguar Bass
He played a short scale Squier Vintage Modified Jaguar Bass live.
in this pic Ruben is seen holding and useing a Squier Jaguar bass. A Squier as on another pic you can clearly read the headstock
Concert Pic. It is a Vintage Modified Jaguar Bass Short Scale. It has been modded: adding 2 strings (mocking a Bass VI), it is Henry's main bass.
During the 2013 Rewind Fest, William Maybelline was photographed using a Squier Jaguar Classic Vibe Bass.
Larissa Iceglass was seen using a Squier Jaguar Classic Vibe Bass during her performance at the Rewind Fest in 2013.
He plays a Squier Vintage Modified Jaguar Bass in black colour.
Genre Usage
Based on how artists on Equipboard use this gear, it is most commonly found in the following genres.
Used With
Based on how musicians on Equipboard use Squier Jaguar Classic Vibe Bass, it is most commonly used with the following gear.
Community setups
Show yours
More Squier Electric Basses
$231.50 - $369.99
in Electric Basses Rank
-m.webp?v=1781017155)
$299.00
in Electric Basses Rank
$179.99 - $369.99
in Electric Basses Rank
-m.webp?v=1781279768)
$279.99 - $399.99
in Electric Basses Rank
$249.55
in Electric Basses Rank
-m.webp?v=1781279769)
$239.00 - $369.99
in Electric Basses Rank
$550.00
in Electric Basses Rank
.png?v=1781213124)
$406.00 - $569.99
in Electric Basses Rank
$379.00 - $529.99
in Electric Basses Rank
$300.00 - $449.99
in Electric Basses Rank
.jpg?v=1780793921)
$239.00 - $399.99
in Electric Basses Rank
$389.00 - $529.99
in Electric Basses Rank
$379.00 - $499.99
in Electric Basses Rank
$395.00 - $529.99
$379.00 - $529.99
$239.00 - $599.99
$149.00 - $209.99
$219.00 - $349.99
$1,266.17
$219.00 - $349.99
$399.00 - $449.99
$429.99 - $529.99
$443.40 - $549.99
$399.00 - $529.99
$259.99 - $319.99
$299.99 - $430.99
Similar
Gear Guides
.webp)
Most Popular Electric Basses
Most Popular Brands
-
Added to Equipboard on by
finlay_burrowsGear IQ 121
-
