Squier Rascal Hh Paranormal Lrl Shw
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The essentials to know about the Squier by Fender Paranormal Rascal Bass HH
- Short scale format: 30" / 762 mm scale length for a looser tension and immediate playability.
- Double Wide Range Humbucker Fender-Designed with AlNiCo magnets: a massive, punchy, and nuanced sound.
- Vintage "mash-up" design: body inspired by the Bass VI and Coronado Bass-style headstock, an atypical and bold look.
- Through-body Mustang bridge with 4 saddles: more resonance and excellent stability.
A Paranormal at the crossroads of Fender classics
The Paranormal series revisits Fender's history by mixing iconic elements from different eras to create instruments with a unique character. The Paranormal Rascal Bass HH fully embodies this spirit: it incorporates design codes from 1960s Fender basses while reinterpreting them with a modern configuration and strong aesthetics (matching headstock, mint green pickguard, chrome hardware).
Who is it for, and for which styles?
Thanks to its short scale and comfortable "C" profile neck, this bass is ideal for players seeking smooth playability: beginners looking for an easy first bass, guitarists switching to bass, or experienced bassists wanting a more compact instrument. Its HH configuration makes it well-suited for rock, indie, pop, funk, and any genre where a solid foundation and clear attack are expected.
The sound
The pair of Fender-Designed Wide Range Humbucker pickups (bridge and neck) delivers a full-bodied tone, with warmth in the lows and a well-defined midrange to stand out in the mix. The AlNiCo magnets add an organic, vintage character, while the simple electronics (master volume and tone, 3-position selector switch) allow quick switching from a precise and biting bridge pickup sound to a warmer neck pickup texture, or a blend of both for maximum versatility.
Recommended compatible accessories
To get the most out of this bass, you can pair it with a strap (essential for rehearsals and stage), a standard instrument jack cable to connect to an amp, and a tuner (pedal or clip-on) to ensure accurate tuning. A bass stand is also recommended for daily storage.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | HH | Body | Poplar |
| Left handed | No | Electronics | Passive |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Green |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | Finishing | Glossy |
| Fingerboard | Laurel | Hardware | Chromed |
| Nbrs of frets | 21 | ||
| Series | Paranormal | Fingerboard radius | 9.5" / 241 mm |
| Orientation | Right-handed | Fingerboard radius type | Modern |
| Style | 2 Humbucking pickups | Fingerboard inlay | Offset pearl dots |
| Scale length | 30" / 762 mm | Truss rod | Single action, headstock adjustment |
| Body material | Poplar | Truss rod nut | 4 mm Hex |
| Body finish | Gloss polyurethane | Nut | Synthetic bone |
| Body shape | Bass VI | Headstock nut material | Synthetic bone |
| Neck material | Maple | Bridge | Mustang 4-Saddle Through-Body bass strings |
| Neck wood type | Maple | Pickguard | 3-ply mint green |
| Neck finish | Gloss urethane | Control knobs | Flat knurled knobs |
| Neck construction | Bolt-On | Hardware finish | Chrome |
| Neck profile type | C shape | Tuners | Vintage-style |
| Fingerboard material | Laurel | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the short 30-inch scale length suitable for starting bass?
The 30" (762 mm) scale length reduces the distance between the frets compared to a long scale. The maple neck with a C-shaped profile and the 9.5" radius laurel fingerboard promote a smooth playing experience.
What sound do the HH pickups of the Squier Rascal HH Paranormal offer?
Two Fender-designed Wide Range humbuckers are installed in the neck and bridge positions. The bridge pickup provides a more biting attack, while the neck pickup favors a warm texture. The three-position selector allows using each pickup separately or their combination.
Is this bass available for left-handed players?
This version is right-handed oriented and is not available for left-handed players.
What strings can this Rascal HH bass accommodate?
The setup includes four steel strings and a four-saddle Mustang bridge with strings passing through the body. The nut is made of synthetic bone.
What accessories should be planned with this bass?
A standard instrument jack cable allows connection to an amplifier. A strap, a clip-on or pedal tuner, as well as a bass stand, are recommended accessories.
