The classic 1970s Jazz Bass look with modern active tone shaping – and no single-coil hum. The Squier Classic Vibe Active ’70s Jazz Bass from Fender is inspired by the basses that defined the funky tones of the 1970s, with an onboard preamp added. It is for bass players who want vintage style with the punch and control of active electronics.
Why customers choose it
Who it is for
Funk, rock, pop and worship bass players, gigging and studio players, and anyone who loves the ’70s Jazz Bass look but wants active tone control.
Specifications
| Body | Poplar, Jazz Bass shape, gloss polyurethane |
|---|---|
| Neck | Maple, “C” shape, tinted gloss urethane |
| Fingerboard | Maple, 9.5″ (241 mm) radius, ivory binding |
| Inlays | Pearloid block |
| Frets | 20, narrow tall |
| Scale length | 34″ (864 mm) |
| Nut | Bone, 1.5″ (38.1 mm) |
| Pickups | 2 x Fender Designed alnico Noiseless Jazz Bass |
| Controls | Master volume, pan, master tone, treble/bass boost |
| Switching | 2-position mini toggle, active/passive |
| Bridge | HiMass, 4 saddles |
| Tuning machines | Vintage-style |
| Hardware | Nickel |
| Pickguard | 3-ply parchment |
| Strings | Nickel plated steel, .045-.105 |
| Orientation | Right-hand |
| Type | Electric bass guitar, 4-string |
| Colour | Ocean Turquoise |
| Electronics | Active/passive, 9 V preamp |
Good to know
- The preamp is powered by a 9-volt battery.
- This is the 4-string model. Fender also makes a 5-string Classic Vibe Active ’70s Jazz Bass V.
- You need a bass amplifier (or audio interface) and an instrument cable to play it plugged in.
FAQ
What does the active/passive switch do?
It engages the preamp for added bass and treble boost control, or switches back to passive.
Is it a 4-string or 5-string?
This model (0374543508) is a 4-string with a 34″ scale.
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