Squier Classic Vibe Active '70s Jazz Bass V LRL White PLPG Sienna Sunburst

A Classic Vibe designed for 70's grooves, boosted for today's needs

The Classic Vibe Active '70s Jazz Bass V adopts the aesthetic codes and sonic DNA of the basses that shaped the funky lines of the 1970s, while adding an onboard preamp to meet modern expectations: more headroom, more shaping options, and the ability to revert to a more traditional wiring via passive mode. Within the Squier range, it positions itself as a versatile 5-string Jazz Bass, designed for both studio and stage use.

Who is this Jazz Bass V for and what styles?

This 5-string bass is particularly aimed at intermediate to advanced bassists who want a comfortable, efficient Jazz Bass ready to cover many styles. The low B string provides a solid foundation for modern funk, pop, rock, R&B, gospel, and fusion. The passive mode will appeal to those seeking a more organic response, while the active mode is ideal for standing out in a dense mix or driving an amp effortlessly.

The sound

The two Alnico Noiseless Jazz Bass-style pickups deliver a precise and articulate sound: neck pickup for round, deep lows; bridge pickup for more bite and definition; and the blend of both for a classic "J Bass" balance with great clarity. The 9 V preamp adds dynamic headroom and allows quick shaping of the spectrum via the bass/treble boost, useful for thickening a line, scooping mids if needed, or emphasizing attack. The HiMass bridge contributes to better vibration transfer, providing sustain and stability, especially appreciated on a 5-string.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	SS	Body	Poplar
Left handed	No	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Strings	Steel	Electronics	Active
Nbr of strings	5	Color	White
Fingerboard	Laurel	Finishing	Glossy
Nbrs of frets	20	Hardware	Nickel

Body finish	glossy polyurethane	Scale length	34" / 864 mm
Body shape	Jazz Bass	Bridge	HiMass
Neck material	maple	Pickguard	4-ply white pearloid
Neck finish	tinted glossy urethane	Pickup covers	black
Neck profile	"C" shape	Control knobs	black plastic
Radius	9.5" / 241 mm	Hardware finish	nickel
Fingerboard material	Indian laurel	Tuners	vintage style
Inlays	pearloid blocks	Neck plate	4-screw Squier
Side dots	black	Bridge pickup	Fender Designed Alnico Noiseless
Number of frets	20	Neck pickup	Fender Designed Alnico Noiseless
Truss rod	headstock adjustment	Pickup configuration	SS
Nut	bone	Controls	Master Volume, Pan, Master Tone, Treble/Bass Boost
Nut width	47.6 mm / 1.875"	Switch	2-position mini toggle active/passive
Fret size	Narrow Tall