The Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI in 3-Tone Sunburst is a distinctive six-string electric bass that sits somewhere between a traditional bass guitar and a baritone-style electric, tuned one full octave below standard guitar tuning.

Inspired by Fender's original Bass VI design, it combines a 30" scale length, six-string layout, three Fender-Designed alnico single-coil pickups and a vintage-style floating vibrato, giving it a sound and playing style unlike a conventional four-string bass.

Its individual pickup switches and dedicated bass-cut “strangle” circuit allow everything from deep, rounded bass tones to tighter, brighter textures that work particularly well for melodic lines, chords and studio layering.

This Pre-Owned example is finished in 3-Tone Sunburst, is in Very Good condition, weighs an actual 9.36 lbs, and is supplied without a case.

AT A GLANCE

Detail	Specification
Brand	Squier
Model	Classic Vibe Bass VI
Finish	3-Tone Sunburst
Type	6-String Electric Bass
Scale Length	30"
Pickups	3 x Fender-Designed Alnico Single Coils
Special Circuit	Bass-Cut “Strangle” Switch
Weight	9.36 lbs
Condition	Very Good / Pre-Owned
Case	No Case Included

PRE-OWNED CONDITION REPORT

This is a Pre-Owned Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI in Very Good condition.

The Very Good condition grade reflects an instrument showing some cosmetic signs of previous use consistent with careful ownership while remaining fully functional and ready to play.

The guitar is finished in 3-Tone Sunburst with a tortoiseshell-style pickguard and vintage-inspired hardware.

This individual instrument weighs 9.36 lbs.

No case is included.

KEY FEATURES

• Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI

• 3-Tone Sunburst finish

• Six-string bass design

• Tuned one octave below standard guitar

• Poplar body

• Bolt-on maple neck

• C-shaped neck profile

• Indian laurel fingerboard

• Cream neck binding

• White pearloid block inlays

• 30" scale length

• 9.5" fingerboard radius

• 21 narrow-tall frets

• Bone nut

• Three Fender-Designed alnico single-coil pickups

• Individual on/off switch for each pickup

• Bass-cut “strangle” circuit

• Master Volume

• Master Tone

• Vintage-style floating bridge

• Non-locking floating vibrato

• Vintage-style tuners

• Nickel-plated hardware

• Actual weight: 9.36 lbs

• Very Good Pre-Owned condition

• No case included

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

The Bass VI offers a playing experience that is genuinely different from both a conventional bass and a regular six-string guitar.

Its 30" scale and six-string tuning let guitarists approach bass parts with familiar chord shapes and intervals, while bassists gain access to melodic and chordal possibilities that are difficult to reproduce on a standard four-string.

The three pickups and bass-cut circuit also make it unusually versatile for studio work.

DETAILED FEATURES & BENEFITS

Six-String Bass Format

The Bass VI uses six strings tuned E-A-D-G-B-E, exactly like a guitar but one octave lower.

This makes it immediately understandable to guitarists while still covering the fundamental register of a bass.

Poplar Body

The poplar body provides a balanced tonal foundation and keeps the instrument manageable despite its longer scale and larger hardware complement.

Maple C-Shape Neck

The bolt-on maple neck uses a comfortable C-shaped profile.

It is slimmer and more guitar-like than many conventional bass necks, which is one of the reasons the Bass VI feels so distinctive.

Indian Laurel Fingerboard

The Indian laurel fingerboard provides a smooth playing surface and carries attractive white pearloid block inlays.

Cream Neck Binding

Cream binding gives the neck a more upmarket vintage-style appearance.

30" Scale Length

The 30" scale length is shorter than most conventional basses but considerably longer than a standard electric guitar.

This is central to the Bass VI feel, providing enough string tension for low tuning while remaining familiar to guitar players.

21 Narrow-Tall Frets

The 21 narrow-tall frets provide a comfortable balance between vintage styling and modern playability.

Three Fender-Designed Alnico Pickups

Three Fender-Designed alnico single coils give the Bass VI a broad tonal range.

The bridge pickup offers the brightest and most cutting response, while the neck pickup provides more warmth and low-end weight.

Individual Pickup Switching

Each pickup has its own on/off slide switch.

This allows all seven possible pickup combinations, including configurations that cannot be achieved with a conventional 5-way selector.

BASS-CUT “STRANGLE” CIRCUIT

A dedicated 2-position slide switch engages the Bass VI's famous bass-cut or “strangle” circuit.

This removes some low frequencies from the signal, producing a tighter, more guitar-like response.

It is particularly useful for:

• Melodic bass lines

• Chord playing

• Surf-style sounds

• Layered studio parts

• Cutting through dense mixes

MASTER VOLUME & TONE

A straightforward Master Volume and Master Tone provide overall level and treble control.

Combined with the individual pickup switches and strangle circuit, the electronics remain simple while offering a surprisingly wide tonal range.

VINTAGE-STYLE FLOATING VIBRATO

The Classic Vibe Bass VI features a vintage-style non-locking floating vibrato.

This is unusual on a bass instrument and allows subtle pitch movement for chords, sustained notes and atmospheric textures.

WHO IS IT FOR?

The Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI is particularly well suited to:

• Guitarists exploring bass

• Bassists wanting a six-string alternative

• Studio musicians

• Alternative players

• Indie musicians

• Shoegaze players

• Surf-influenced musicians

• Film and soundtrack composers

• Players who enjoy unusual instruments

PLAYING STYLES & APPLICATIONS

The Bass VI works particularly well for:

• Alternative

• Indie

• Shoegaze

• Surf

• Post-punk

• Ambient music

• Film scoring

• Studio layering

• Melodic bass lines

• Chordal bass parts

• Experimental music

• Traditional bass duties

HOW IT COMPARES

Bass VI vs Standard Four-String Bass

A conventional bass normally uses four strings and a longer 34" scale.

The Bass VI uses six strings and a 30" scale, making it feel much closer to a guitar while remaining in the bass register.

Bass VI vs Baritone Guitar

A baritone guitar is normally tuned above a Bass VI.

The Bass VI reaches a full octave below standard guitar tuning, placing it firmly within bass territory.

Bass VI vs Standard Electric Guitar

The familiar six-string interval pattern means guitarists can transfer many existing chord shapes and scale patterns directly to the Bass VI, but everything sounds one octave lower.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Details
Product Type	6-String Electric Bass
Brand	Squier
Series	Classic Vibe
Model	Bass VI
Finish	3-Tone Sunburst
Body Shape	Bass VI
Body Material	Poplar
Body Finish	Gloss Polyurethane
Neck Construction	Bolt-On
Neck Material	Maple
Neck Shape	C
Neck Finish	Tinted Gloss Urethane
Neck Binding	Cream
Fingerboard	Indian Laurel
Fingerboard Radius	9.5" / 241mm
Scale Length	30" / 762mm
Frets	21 Narrow Tall
Inlays	White Pearloid Blocks
Nut	Bone
Nut Width	1.685" / 42.8mm
Pickup Configuration	SSS
Bridge Pickup	Fender-Designed Alnico Single Coil
Middle Pickup	Fender-Designed Alnico Single Coil
Neck Pickup	Fender-Designed Alnico Single Coil
Pickup Switching	3 Individual On/Off Slide Switches
Special Electronics	Bass-Cut “Strangle” Circuit
Controls	Master Volume, Master Tone
Bridge	6-Saddle Vintage-Style Floating Bridge
Vibrato	Non-Locking Floating Vibrato
Tuners	Vintage-Style
Hardware	Nickel
Pickguard	4-Ply Tortoiseshell
Weight	9.36 lbs
Condition	Very Good / Pre-Owned
Case	No Case Included

POWER REQUIREMENTS

None.

The Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI uses passive electronics and requires no battery or external power supply.

FAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★

Best suited for: Guitarists and bassists looking for an unusual crossover instrument capable of deep bass fundamentals, melodic lines and chordal textures.

Customers usually upgrade from: Standard electric guitars, short-scale basses, conventional four-string basses and entry-level baritone guitars.

Most commonly paired with: Bass amplifiers, clean guitar amplifiers, compression, chorus, delay, reverb and fuzz.

Our tip: Don’t approach the Bass VI purely as a normal bass. The bridge and middle pickup combinations with the strangle circuit engaged are particularly useful for melodic parts and layered recordings where a traditional bass can become too heavy.

Showroom feedback: The Bass VI is one of those instruments that tends to inspire completely different parts. The 30" scale and six-string tuning feel familiar enough for a guitarist, but its register and pickup system encourage a completely different approach.

WHY BUY PRE-OWNED FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

Buying a Pre-Owned Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI is an excellent way to explore one of Fender's most unusual instrument concepts without the cost associated with vintage originals.

This 3-Tone Sunburst example is in Very Good condition, weighs 9.36 lbs, and is supplied without a case.

Fair Deal Music has decades of experience buying, selling and part-exchanging unusual guitars, basses and Pre-Owned instruments.

WHY BUY FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

Fair Deal Music combines a large Birmingham showroom with nationwide ecommerce and knowledgeable musician-led advice.

Customers benefit from:

• Family-run independent retailer established in 1987

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• Extensive experience with Pre-Owned guitars and basses

• Large Birmingham showroom

• Secure online ordering

• Fast UK delivery

• Friendly customer support

• Part-exchange and trade-in service

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Your current guitar, bass or other musical equipment could help towards the cost of this Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI.

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Contact our team for a no-obligation valuation.

PART EXCHANGE / TRADE-IN

If you already own a guitar, bass or other musical equipment you are considering replacing, Fair Deal Music can assess it for part exchange.

Trading in can remove the inconvenience of selling privately while allowing the value of your existing equipment to go directly towards your next instrument.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this Squier Bass VI used?

Yes. This is a Pre-Owned Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI in Very Good condition.

What finish does it have?

3-Tone Sunburst.

Is the Bass VI a guitar or a bass?

It is best considered a six-string bass guitar.

How is it tuned?

E-A-D-G-B-E, like a normal guitar but one full octave lower.

What is the scale length?

30".

What is the body made from?

Poplar.

What is the neck made from?

Maple.

What fingerboard does it have?

Indian laurel.

What is the fingerboard radius?

9.5".

How many frets does it have?

21 narrow-tall frets.

What pickups does it have?

Three Fender-Designed alnico single coils.

Can each pickup be switched independently?

Yes. Each pickup has its own on/off slide switch.

What is the strangle switch?

It is a bass-cut circuit that removes some low frequencies for a tighter and brighter sound.

Does it have a tremolo?

Yes. It features a vintage-style non-locking floating vibrato.

Are the electronics active?

No.

Does it require a battery?

No.

How much does it weigh?

This individual instrument weighs 9.36 lbs.

What condition is it in?

It is in Very Good condition.

Does it come with a case?

No. No case is included.

Can it be used through a bass amp?

Yes.

Can it be used through a guitar amp?

It can, particularly for brighter and more experimental sounds, although care should be taken with very low frequencies and high volume depending on the amplifier and speaker.

Is it suitable for recording?

Yes. The Bass VI is particularly useful for studio work because it can cover conventional bass, melodic bass and low-register guitar-style parts.

Can I part-exchange another instrument against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers guitars, basses and a wide range of other musical equipment for part exchange.