Squier CV Bass VI LRL BK
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Squier
CV Bass VI LRL BK
Product Info
Article Number:
457333
Brand:
Squier
Model:
CV Bass VI LRL BK
Category:
6-String Basses
Price:
$464.20
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Squier CV Bass VI is a seriously fun instrument. The classic vibe build quality is surprisingly good for the price, and that floating tremolo adds a cool, slightly unpredictable vibe. It's perfect for players wanting a unique sonic palette, particularly those exploring vintage tones or experimenting with textural soundscapes.
Product Description
- Squier CV Bass VI LRL BK
- Electric Bass 6-String Model
- Classic Vibe Series
- Poplar body
- Maple neck
- Bolt-on neck attachment
- Indian laurel fretboard
- Pearloid block fretboard inlays
- C-Shape neck profile
- Fretboard radius: 241.3 mm (9.5")
- Short Scale
- Nut width: 42.8 mm (1.69")
- Bone nut
- 21 Narrow tall frets
- 3 Fender-designed alnico single coil pickups
- Electronics: 2-Position slide switch for bass cut with strangle circuit
- Master volume and master tone controls
- 3-On/Off slide switches (for each pickup)
- 6-Saddle vintage-style bridge with non-locking floating vibrato
- 3-Ply tortoiseshell pickguard
- Nickel hardware
- Strings: Fender nickel-plated steel (.024
- .034
- .044
- .056
- .072
- .084)
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Poplar body provides a balanced, resonant tone with good sustain
- • Vintage-style alnico pickups deliver a warm, articulate, and surprisingly punchy sound
- • Bolt-on neck offers a comfortable, snappy feel and easy playability
- • Floating tremolo adds expressive possibilities, though with some tuning compromises
CONS
- • Short scale limits low-end extension and can feel cramped for larger hands
- • The strangle circuit, while interesting, is a niche feature with limited practical use
- • Nickel hardware, while aesthetically pleasing, can be prone to tarnishing over time
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Poplar
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Indian Laurel
Pickups
Fender-designed Alnico Single Coil
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 rolls off high frequencies and introduces a subtle phase shift, softening the tone and adding a slightly muted, vintage character—think a very mild fuzz.
It's a vintage-style tremolo, so expect some tuning instability, especially with aggressive use. Careful setup and string changes are key to keeping it in tune.
It’s generally a bit harder and denser than Rosewood, offering a slightly brighter, snappier tone and a smoother, more polished feel under the fingers.
