Squier CV Bass VI LRL BGM

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Squier CV Bass VI LRL BGM

Squier

CV Bass VI LRL BGM

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Product Info

Article Number: 615266
Brand: Squier
Model: CV Bass VI LRL BGM
Price: $570.90

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This Squier CV Bass VI LRL is a real gem for players wanting that classic, low-end vibe with added versatility. The unique circuit and six strings open up a world of creative possibilities, especially for session players or those exploring alternative tunings. It's a surprisingly affordable way to get into the 6-string bass game.

Product Description

  • Squier CV Bass VI LRL BGM
  • 6-String Electric Bass
  • Body: Poplar
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Indian laurel
  • Pearloid block fingerboard inlays
  • Neck profile: C
  • Fingerboard radius: 241.3 mm (9.5")
  • Scale: Short scale
  • Nut width: 42.8 mm (1.69")
  • Bone nut
  • 21 Narrow Tall frets
  • Pickup: 3 Fender designed Ceramic Single Coils
  • Electronics: 2-position slide switch for bass cut with ‘Strangle’ circuit
  • Master volume and master tone controls
  • 3 on/off slide switches
  • one for each pickup
  • 4-ply Tortoiseshell pickguard
  • 6-saddle vintage-style bridge with non-locking floating vibrato
  • Nickel hardware
  • Strings: Fender Nickel-Plated Steel (.024
  • .034
  • .044
  • .056
  • .072
  • .084)
  • Colour: Burgundy Mist
PROS
  • • Indian laurel fingerboard offers a snappy, articulate playing feel.
  • • Fender-designed ceramic single coils deliver a surprisingly punchy, vintage-inspired tone.
  • • The 'Strangle' circuit adds unique tonal textures for creative experimentation.
  • • Bolt-on maple neck provides comfortable access and a responsive feel.
CONS
  • • Short scale length may feel unwieldy for players accustomed to longer scales.
  • • Floating vibrato system can impact tuning stability if not properly set up.
  • • Poplar body, while resonant, lacks the premium feel of mahogany or alder.

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Key Features

Body Material Poplar
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Indian Laurel
Pickups 3 Fender Designed Ceramic Single Coils
Scale Length Short Scale (30.5 in)
Frets 21 Narrow Tall
Strings Fender Nickel-Plated Steel (.024, .034, .044, .056, .072, .084)
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It acts as a high-pass filter, subtly cutting the low-end for a more mid-focused, 'scooped' sound, useful for adding clarity in a mix.
It's serviceable, but requires careful setup and potentially aftermarket tuning stability upgrades for consistent performance on stage.
The shorter scale and C-shaped neck profile create a noticeably different feel – more compact and easier to navigate, but with a less familiar tension.

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