Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI - 3-Color Sunburst

Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI - 3-Color Sunburst

The Bass VI is a legendary six-string sonic anomaly—tuned an octave below a standard guitar, it blurs the line between bass and baritone. This Squier Classic Vibe version is a faithful nod to the 1960s original, offering that unique 'tick-tack' low-end and twangy, surfy chime that defined a generation of music. Poplar is used for the offset body, offering a comfortable feel and a light, resonant tonal base. Paired with a maple neck and Indian Laurel fretboard, it delivers the warmth and clarity needed to navigate both bass lines and chord voicings.

Under the hood, you get a trio of Fender-Designed Alnico single-coil pickups, delivering that authentic 60s voicing—punchy, articulate, and ready for anything from deep thumps to psychedelic leads. The control layout is classic Bass VI madness: three on/off slide switches (one for each pickup) plus the famous "Strangle" circuit slide switch for instant bass-cut. It’s a versatile tone machine that lets you dial in everything from thick, rubbery bass to bright, baritone shimmer. This instrument has a rich musical heritage, embraced by genre-bending giants. While it’s famously the sound behind early surf rock, it was later used to great effect by players like John Lennon and George Harrison of The Beatles and later became an indispensable tool for Robert Smith of The Cure and other post-punk and shoegaze artists who needed a massive, moody bottom end. Pick up this Bass VI and find the missing piece of your tonal puzzle!

Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?

Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.

Highlights

• Master of the low end, tuned an octave below a standard guitar for unique tonal territory.

• Three Fender-Designed Alnico single-coil pickups for authentic 1960s-inspired tone.

• Features the famous "Strangle" switch, a two-position slide for an instant, articulate bass-cut circuit.

• Classic Poplar body and "C"-shaped Maple neck deliver comfortable playability and resonant sound.

• Equipped with a Vintage-Style Floating Vibrato for subtle shimmers and expressive surf rock pitch manipulation.

Specifications

• Body Wood: Poplar

• Neck Wood: Maple

• Left/Right Handed: Right-Handed

• Fretboard Wood: Indian Laurel

• Scale Length: 30" (762 mm)

• Fretboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)

• Fretboard Inlay/Material: White Pearloid Block Inlays / Bone Nut

• Neck Profile: "C" Shape

• Finish: Gloss Polyurethane (Body) / Tinted Gloss Urethane (Neck)

• Hardware: Nickel

• Tuners: Vintage-Style

• Neck Pickup: Fender Designed Alnico Single-Coil

• Middle Pickup: Fender Designed Alnico Single-Coil

• Bridge Pickup: Fender Designed Alnico Single-Coil

• Electronics: Master Volume, Master Tone; 3-On/Off Slide Switches (One for Each Pickup); 2-Position Slide Switch for Bass-Cut "Strangle" Circuit

• Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style with Non-Locking Floating Vibrato

• Manufacturer Part Number: 0374580500

All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup. Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!