Squier Review: Squier Bass Pak

History:

Purchase: I bought my bass at Guitar Center with a credit card for $299.99 ($325 after tax). I had wanted to play the guitar or the bass, but my sister convinced me to play bass because she didn't want me to beat her at playing the guitar. I guess that's flattering. Got it in October 2001.

What I Like About This Squier Squier Bass Pak: The Squier P is easy to play and understand, and looks real classy and vintage. Just as good as a Fender P only a lot less. Real easy to upgrade to. Mine's all wigged out with DiMarzio pickups, Ernie Ball strings, and a checkeded pickguard. There was a video included, but haven't watched it yet (9 months after the fact) because Jazz Bassist friend taught me well. The amp is good (for a 45 watter) and the gig bag and cord were nice too.

What I Do NOT Like About The Squier Squier Bass Pak: When I bought my bass, the capacitor was loose. But when I installed my pickups, I noticed it and fixed, and the funny rattling noise my bass made was gone. And that's about all I didn't like.

Squier Squier Bass Pak Quality Rating: Seemingly high quality (for Indonesian construction) and with the same materials that a Fender P has I can't really tell the difference. In fact, after my upgrades, my bass is better than a Fender, for over $100 less too. Interesting, isn't it?

Review Summary: Great deal if bought at that price. And with a few cheap upgrades, its a great bass. Fun to play, great to admire. Have fun with this bass if you get one!

Rating of this Squier product: 5

This Squier Squier Bass Pak Bass Guitars Review Submitted By: Mr. Elaskimo the Second

Review Date: 2002-07-28