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Description

Unleash your inner groove with the Squier Jaguar Short Scale Bass, a versatile instrument that blends classic design with modern functionality. Drawing inspiration from the legendary Fender Jaguar Bass, this short scale beauty delivers a dynamic range of tones that cater to both aspiring and seasoned bassists. Its unique pickup configuration features a P Bass split-coil in the middle and a J Bass single-coil at the bridge, allowing you to craft everything from deep, warm lows to bright, punchy highs. The 30" scale neck provides a comfortable playing experience, making it an excellent choice for players with smaller hands or those who prefer a quicker response.

With individual volume controls for each pickup, you have the freedom to mix and match your tones effortlessly, ensuring your sound is as unique as your playing style. Whether you're jamming in a garage band or grooving on stage, the Squier Jaguar Short Scale Bass delivers the performance you need without breaking the bank.

Key Features:

  • Classic Fender Jaguar-style body
  • Super-comfortable 30" scale neck
  • 9.5" radius fingerboard for easy playability
  • Equipped with a P Bass split pickup and a J Bass neck pickup
  • Preloaded with .040-.095 gauge strings
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Squier Jaguar Short Scale Bass Demo / Review

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Squier Jaguar Short Scale Bass.

Features and functionality

  • The Squier Jaguar Short Scale Bass is noted for its P/J pickup configuration, with some owners suggesting the bridge (jazz) pickup is less essential.

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  • The Squier Jaguar comes with a 32” scale length, which some players find more comfortable than the standard 34” scale.

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  • The Squier Jaguar H model's humbucker is initially wired in series, providing a sound that some users find excessively muddy.

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User experience

  • Experienced players appreciate the short scale for its comfort, especially when transitioning from full-scale basses, highlighting ease of play and less finger stretch.

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  • Owners note that the Jaguar's electronics can be disappointing, prompting plans for future upgrades.

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  • Users who own both full and short scale basses report easy transition, though some find the medium scale challenging to adjust to initially.

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Comparisons

  • Users find the transition from short to full-scale basses manageable, though initially challenging due to different neck lengths affecting muscle memory.

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Build quality

  • The Squier Jaguar's tuners are noted to be of lower quality, leading to tuning instability and potential upgrades.

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Setup and maintenance

  • The Jaguar can experience a bit of neck dive, affecting balance during play, which some players find inconvenient.

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  • Owners found significant tonal improvement after installing stacked volume tone pots and a varitone switch, offering greater versatility.

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Use cases and applications

  • The Jaguar is appreciated for its versatile neck shape and feel, especially compared to a Precision Bass.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Replacing the stock humbucker with a MusicMan Humbucker wired in parallel significantly improves tone, avoiding the muddiness of the original series wiring.

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  • Upgrading to a Fender Hi-Mass bridge enhances sustain and stability, especially when combined with high-quality flatwound strings like Dunlop flats.

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foghoorn

Great beginnings!

As I'm cheap af and it was my first bass, I got this bass in a set with a Rumble amp and case etc. Best investment ever. This thing is so versatile, and since mine is in sunburst I love it even more! Unfortunately recently it's gone through some input wear and tear which is a problem so soldering needs to happen. I guess that's one of the only cons about buying a Squier over a Fender.

ashtraycat

Squier Short scale Jaguar bass

Comfortable and lightweight short scale bass. I fitted a Fender HiMass bridge onto my Squier Jaguar bass. It's an easy drop-in mod that stops neck dive and gives the bass better balance.

lietoofine

Short Scale <3

I really enjoy the short scale, it's nice to play..not bad for an entry level bass guitar

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See how Tyler Joseph uses Squier Jaguar Short Scale Bass

Tyler Joseph

Singer, Bassist

Twenty One Pilots

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Tyler Joseph is using one Squier (by Fender) Jaguar Short Scale Bass in this music video.

See how Stuart Smith (TTNG) uses Squier Jaguar Short Scale Bass

Stuart Smith (TTNG)

Singer, Guitarist

This Town Needs Guns

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As you can see on the video, he modified a Squier Jaguar Bass with short scale into a Bass VI. Explanation starts at 17.40. He's Great.

See how CASTLEBEAT uses Squier Jaguar Short Scale Bass

CASTLEBEAT

Singer, Guitarist

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In this Instagram post, you can see the Squier Jaguar Bass Guitar.

See how Flaural uses Squier Jaguar Short Scale Bass

Flaural

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In the Indie 102.3 YouTube video of Flaural performing "Shower" at OpenAir, the bassist plays a Squier Jaguar Short Scale Bass, identifiable despite the tape on the headstock.

See how Martina Nintzel uses Squier Jaguar Short Scale Bass

Martina Nintzel

Singer, Bassist

Pacifica

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Martina Nintzel is confirmed to use the Squier Jaguar Short Scale Bass, as evidenced by a photo she posted on Instagram on December 16, 2023 (https://www.instagram.com/p/C06glczOsdC/?img_index=1)

See how Plácido Vinseiro uses Squier Jaguar Short Scale Bass

Plácido Vinseiro

Bassist

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Pla used this bass during crisix Underground tour 2020

See how Kennyoung uses Squier Jaguar Short Scale Bass

Kennyoung

Singer, Guitarist

The Lazy Tails

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Color/Finish: Candy Apple Red

Kennyoung used a Squier Jaguar Short Scale Bass, where the bass is visible in front of a Pete Wentz P Bass.

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