Squier Classic Vibes - Anybody tried one yet?

[Treetop Flyer]

The whole range of basses and guitars is meant to be the best thing since the 80s Japanese models

[Prof]

Not yet, although the Duo-Sonic looks pretty tasty. Might have a go on a Jazz Bass next time I spot one in a shop but for that price I could probably pick a second hand Mexican one.

[Treetop Flyer]

The Mexicans up to much? I heard the quality wasn't up to much. The Duo Sonic does look nice, I like the finish they're putting on the maple necks it's very classy looking. I don't know why they don't put it on the rosewood necks though.

Merchant City has the 50s Strat in at £230 and the Precision at £250

GuitarGuitar has the Duo in for £250 and the Jazz for £280.

[TheFallenAngel]

It's a squier its shit.
That whole myth that jap squiers were good is a loada pish as well...

[Prof]

I don't know how well Mexican Fenders hold up over a prolonged period as I've never owned one myself. I just used to have a pal who owned a Mexican Jazz Bass and it played pretty nice which is more important to me.

If it's Japanese I would imagine the bulid quality would be better but the parts won't be as good to keep the price down.

Originally Posted by TheFallenAngel

It's a squier its shit.

You've played every guitar in the range I take it?

[Treetop Flyer]

Fallen Angel can stare guitars out

I dont' know if it's an exaggeration and it might be because it was someone on a strat forum who said the Vibes are so good if you put some custom shop pups in them you would near enough have a brand new Fender for £300.

The 70s and 80s was a golden age for all Japanese guitars I think, even Ibanez made strats are well sought after. Well, up to about £200ish.

Just seen a Squier JV go for £400 on ebay