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Post subject: NOT modding your Squier
Posted: Sun Jul 18, 2010 9:45 pm
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It seems the popular thing to do is to mod Squiers, some folk even plan on it before they get the darn thing, without waitng to see if it even really needs them. The impression I get sometimes is that the only reason they plan on the mods is that they think for some reason that it is the thing to do because everybody else does it. Myself, the only "mods" I've done on my new VMJ have been minor, i.e. changed the knobs to black jazz bass knobs, and added a thumb rest. Right now, I see no reason to swap out either the bridge, pups, or tuners (what seem to be the most popular mods). I'm just wondering how many of you out there either had no plans to mod, because you wanted to wait to see if it actually needed them, or maybe changed your mind once you got your Squier, when you realised it didn't really need it, despite it being "the thing to do"?

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Posted: Mon Jul 19, 2010 6:44 am
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Hell other than for aesthetics I wouldn't mod a CV. Some squiers truly need it though, like the squier dirnt. Its stock pups truly suck. I honestly wouldn't mod the VM tele or pbass cause I like the looks of both of em and they both have great pups and such.

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Posted: Mon Jul 19, 2010 12:59 pm
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I'm of the same opinion as you are Bats, why fix something if it isn't broke? My VMJ was good right from the start, all I've done is, lower the strings, put Rotosound Swings on and, just today, put a thumb rest on. As far as knobs, I think I may go with Precision style, if I can find some at a local store, I tend to spend way more than I plan to once I get on the phone.


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Posted: Mon Jul 19, 2010 1:08 pm
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oxfan wrote:
I'm of the same opinion as you are Bats, why fix something if it isn't broke? My VMJ was good right from the start, all I've done is, lower the strings, put Rotosound Swings on and, just today, put a thumb rest on. As far as knobs, I think I may go with Precision style, if I can find some at a local store, I tend to spend way more than I plan to once I get on the phone.


And, I use different types of foam for muting. For the bridge being so cheap, as I have read, notes ring forever, Depending on what I'm playing, that's not too desirable. Playing rock, it's great, for blusey type and older Motown, James Jamerson stuff, I use different types and sizes of foam, all up against the bridge. Quite pleased with the results.

This whole issue with modding seems to be a matter of people thinking they will be better players if they can just put the right parts on an instrument or, buy the right one. I guess that's o.k.


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Posted: Mon Jul 19, 2010 1:09 pm
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My Squiers are completely stock and gig weekly.

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Posted: Mon Jul 19, 2010 2:06 pm
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Let me just say, I have no problem with modding in and of itself, sometimes it IS necessary, but I have seen a number of people posting on forums stating how thet will change out the pickups/electronics/tuners/bridge BEFORE they actually get the instrument. How can they possibly know it will be necessary to do so UNTIL THEY ACTUALLY PLAY IT? This is what makes me suspect the only reason they want to do that is because it's "the thing to do", not because it's absolutely necessary.

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My Classic Vibe 60's p-bass is stock, like it the way it is.
Well I would not have minded a different color, like blood red or black :D
But have no plans to alter it (Or paint it!!!).

It does need to go to the shop for a proper setup
I think the hot humid summer has gotten to the neck and it s buzzing out really badly now on the E string at all frets.
But that's not a mod, it's a correction. :)

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Posted: Wed Jul 21, 2010 6:24 am
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question though.. does Fender Standard Jazz Bass knobs fit the Squier VM's? If i were to get a VM Jazz Bass I'll just switch the knobs and thats all..

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Posted: Wed Jul 21, 2010 1:13 pm
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eyecandy wrote:
question though.. does Fender Standard Jazz Bass knobs fit the Squier VM's? If i were to get a VM Jazz Bass I'll just switch the knobs and thats all..

Fender standard Jazz knobs, the kind with the set-screw for solid shaft pots, will fit but will be wobbly and out of alignment, however. basspartresource.com has import Jazz bass knobs which are the press-on type that fit the split-shaft pots on the Squier VM Jazz. That's what I got for mine. They fit well and look good, no wobble. Just be careful when removing the original knobs on the bass not to squeeze the two halves of the shaft together or the knob will be loose. It's an easy fix though, should that happen, just carefully pry apart the halves with a screwdriver.
Here: http://www.guitarpartsresource.com/guitarknobs_jazz.htm
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Posted: Fri Jul 23, 2010 3:48 am
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how about changing the Squier pots? will the CTS pots fit the control plate of the VM's? i think they're 500k i wanted to switch to 250k..

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Posted: Fri Jul 23, 2010 4:18 am
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You can, if you really feel it is necessary, they should fit, I would think. I don't think it is necessary to change them, I like the bass just the way it is (if it ain't broke, don't fix it.) If, at some point, something breaks down and needs replacing, I may go for an upgrade (then again, maybe not), but not until then. Other than the thumb rest and the staplocks, which are functional changes, the only other changes I have made are for aesthetics only, i.e. black Jazz style knobs,and a Batman sticker (!).
I won't be changing anything else. The electronics, pickups, bridge and tuners are all fine the way they are.

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Posted: Fri Jul 23, 2010 7:16 pm
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im not trying to be a praty pooper or nothing, but i dont think i can agree with you, Squier makes descent stuff, yes, but their pickups arent to loud or that great sounding, some of the worst pickups ive ever heard actually. the bridge is fine to keep, duh put new strings on after every 2-3 months, and the stock tuning machines are terrible, hold a tune for about 5 hours, you can get some good fender vintage stye tuning machines for $80-$120, and then some great BASSLINES quarter pound pickups for like 65 bucks, so get a $200-$300 bass guitar, and then a total of most likely less than $500 for a lighter bass, great sound, and holds a tune, im not bagging that they arent a good buy, they are for sure, just need an upgrade.

no it wont have the feel of a Fender, ligher weight, and not as good wood, but not a lot different in tone by much, the neck on squiers i feel have better playability than american fenders, so that says something, but electronics and tuning machines need upgrading

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Posted: Sat Jul 24, 2010 12:01 am
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Well, I'm afraid I'll have to disagree . To be honest, I've only ever played the one Squier VM Jazz I own , but, before I bought it, I read abot 300+ reviews and testimonials from people who own/have played one, and a good number more on Squiers in general, and almost universally, the opinion on that particular Squier have been excellent, and the opinon on Squiers in general have been almost as positive. On my particular Jazz the tuners are fine and hold a tune as solidly as my MIA Jazz. The pickups have excellent tone, are are very quiet (as far as hum goes, volume-wise they are as loud as the ones on my MIA Jazz.). There's nothing wrong with the bridge either, it's not as good as the HMV bridge on my MIA, but it's not a bad bridge by any means.
I've seen plenty of commentary on Squiers and they all say the same thing, that they really have stepped up the quality in all areas in the last few years, and the reputaion that they have crap components is undeserved. And this is not just me and my one Squier, this is from a LOT of people, all the way from rank beginners with the Squier being their first instrument, all the way to seasoned veterans upwards of 30 or more years experience who have owned and played hundreds of basses of all quality levels. To make such a sweeeping statement that their components are all crap and NEED to be replaced as a matter of course is just not true.

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Posted: Mon Jul 26, 2010 8:48 am
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I've tried one VM wayback.. it had a great tone..

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Posted: Mon Aug 09, 2010 7:29 am
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I purchased a Squier Musicmaster and the only plan to "mod' or change it was the pickguard, it was white on a white guitar with a painted to match white headstock......sort of a universal urinal color. I changed out the pickguard to a blue/gray pearl one and I'm really pleased with it.

I also had a '78 Fender MM so having the comanion Squier was a great aquisition.

Love the sound and playability on both.


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