--- product_id: 356116571 title: "Squier by Fender Affinity Precision PJ Bass Guitar, Lake Placid Blue | Beginner electric bass guitar, P-Bass neck + J-Bass bridge pickups, versatile tones, includes free virtual lessons" brand: "fender" price: "$762.83" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/356116571-squier-by-fender-affinity-precision-pj-bass-guitar-lake-placid store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # 2 pickups for versatile tone Lightweight 10 lbs body Vintage-style smooth tuners Squier by Fender Affinity Precision PJ Bass Guitar, Lake Placid Blue | Beginner electric bass guitar, P-Bass neck + J-Bass bridge pickups, versatile tones, includes free virtual lessons **Brand:** fender **Price:** $762.83 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Own the stage with iconic tone & effortless style! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Squier by Fender Affinity Precision PJ Bass Guitar, Lake Placid Blue | Beginner electric bass guitar, P-Bass neck + J-Bass bridge pickups, versatile tones, includes free virtual lessons by fender - **How much does it cost?** $762.83 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/356116571-squier-by-fender-affinity-precision-pj-bass-guitar-lake-placid) ## Best For - fender enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted fender brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Light as a Feather:** Poplar body weighs just 10 lbs, making it perfect for gigs or practice marathons. - • **Dual-Pickup Powerhouse:** Split P-Bass neck + Jazz Bass bridge pickups deliver punchy & articulate tones for any genre. - • **Comfort Meets Playability:** Slim 'C'-shaped neck profile ensures effortless long sessions without hand fatigue. - • **Classic Vibes, Modern Edge:** Vintage open-gear tuners combine retro aesthetics with precise, stable tuning. - • **Bonus Virtual Lessons Included:** Kickstart your bass journey with free expert-led online lessons—exclusive to this model. ## Overview The Squier by Fender Affinity Series Precision Bass PJ in Lake Placid Blue is a lightweight, player-friendly electric bass featuring a versatile PJ pickup configuration, a slim 'C'-shaped neck, and vintage-style tuning machines. Designed as an accessible entry point into the Fender legacy, it includes free virtual lessons to accelerate your skills, making it the perfect choice for aspiring bassists seeking professional sound and style without breaking the bank. ## Description From the manufacturer Squier by Fender Squier Affinity Series Precision Bass PJ Highlights PJ PICKUP CONFIGURATION The split single-coil Precision Bass neck pickup in this model is accompanied by a Jazz Bass single-coil pickup in the bridge position, offering a wide range of sonic variety. “C”-SHAPED NECK PROFILE A “C”-shaped profile creates a slim, comfortable and easy to play neck. OPEN-GEAR TUNING MACHINES These vintage-style tuning machines have a classic look and provide smooth, accurate tuning. Review: Perfect Bass for beginners - This Squier P-Bass is a great buy for anyone starting out on bass. It's an affordable line of instruments from Fender, designed to make the classic designs accessible to everyone. This particular one in Lake Placid Blue looks absolutely amazing. The paintwork is a beautiful, deep blue colour that really catches the eye and makes the bass look much more expensive thanit actually is. The PJ pickup configuration is a standout feature. It's the best of both worlds, giving you the fat, punchy tone from the split-coil P-Bass pickup and the brighter, more articulate sound from the single-coil J-Bass pickup. This makes it really versatile for different styles of music. It also has a nice thin, lightweight body, which is a big plus as it's really comfortable to play for long periods. Of course, to keep the price down, there are some compromises. The Squire basses are generally made in Asia, and they use more affordable components compared to their more expensive Fender cousins. The hardware and pickups are decent for a beginner, but you might find yourself wanting to upgrade them down the line as your skills improve. The tuners are alright, but can sometimes feel a bit loose, and the fretwork might need a professional setup to get it perfect. Overall, it's a solid, reliable, and great-looking bass for the money. It's the perfect entry point for a new player. It looks the part, plays well, and with a bit of a setup, it can be a great instrument. It also comes with free virtual lessons, which is a great way to kickstart your bass journey. Review: Squier ... Rewind - A Squier was the first guitar I ever owned as a kid, now at 65yrs young I wanted to rewind and this one: Looks like a Squier. ... Feels like a Squier. ... Sounds like a Squier. ... Oh yeah this is a ... Squier ## Features - A superb gateway into the time-honored Fender family, the Squier Affinity Series Precision Bass PJ delivers legendary design and quintessential tone for today’s aspiring bassist. - This P Bass features several player-friendly refinements such as a thin and lightweight body, a slim and comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile and vintage-style open-gear tuning machines for smooth, accurate tuning. - Loaded with a Squier split single-coil P Bass neck pickup and a single-coil J Bass bridge pickup for a wide variety of tones, this model is ready to help lay the foundation for any player at any stage. - These vintage-style tuning machines have a classic look and provide smooth, accurate tuning. - The split single-coil Precision Bass neck pickup in this model is accompanied by a Jazz Bass single-coil pickup in the bridge position, offering a wide range of sonic variety. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B091BHKXMR | | Back Material Type | Poplar | | Back material type | Poplar | | Best Sellers Rank | 33,260 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 38 in Electric Bass Guitars | | Body Material Type | Poplar | | Brand | Fender | | Brand Name | Fender | | Colour | Lake Placid Blue | | Connector Type | 1/4" Jack | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 89 Reviews | | Finish Type | Smooth | | Hand Orientation | Right | | Importer Contact Information | info@musicstore.de | | Included Components | Gig Bag, Strap, Picks | | Instrument | Electric Bass | | Item Dimensions | 129.5 x 38.1 x 10.2 centimetres | | Item Type Name | Electric Guitar | | Item Weight | 10 Pounds | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 129.5 x 38.1 x 10.2 centimetres | | Manufacturer | Fender Guitars | | Manufacturer Part Number | 0378551502 | | Material Type | Poplar, Maple | | Model Name | Precision Bass® PJ | | Model Number | 0378551502 | | Number of Strings | 4 | | Operation Mode | Manual | | Product Warranty | 2 year manufacturer. | | Set Name | Affinity Series | | Size | 129.5 x 38.1 x 10.2 cm | | String Material Type | Nickel | | Top Material Type | Poplar | | Top material type | Poplar | | UPC | 885978722860 | | Unit Count | 1.00 Count | ## Product Details - **Back material type:** Poplar - **Brand:** Fender - **Colour:** Lake Placid Blue - **Finish type:** Smooth - **Instrument:** Electric Bass - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 129.5 x 38.1 x 10.2 centimetres - **Item weight:** 10 Pounds - **Size:** 129.5 x 38.1 x 10.2 cm - **String material type:** Nickel - **Top material type:** Poplar ## Images ![Squier by Fender Affinity Precision PJ Bass Guitar, Lake Placid Blue | Beginner electric bass guitar, P-Bass neck + J-Bass bridge pickups, versatile tones, includes free virtual lessons - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61-tn-yMH9L.jpg) ![Squier by Fender Affinity Precision PJ Bass Guitar, Lake Placid Blue | Beginner electric bass guitar, P-Bass neck + J-Bass bridge pickups, versatile tones, includes free virtual lessons - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Rwv2402EL.jpg) ![Squier by Fender Affinity Precision PJ Bass Guitar, Lake Placid Blue | Beginner electric bass guitar, P-Bass neck + J-Bass bridge pickups, versatile tones, includes free virtual lessons - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/816eVrfhpWL.jpg) ![Squier by Fender Affinity Precision PJ Bass Guitar, Lake Placid Blue | Beginner electric bass guitar, P-Bass neck + J-Bass bridge pickups, versatile tones, includes free virtual lessons - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/619W2e61q3L.jpg) ![Squier by Fender Affinity Precision PJ Bass Guitar, Lake Placid Blue | Beginner electric bass guitar, P-Bass neck + J-Bass bridge pickups, versatile tones, includes free virtual lessons - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71JkCsWyj+L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: does it include strap?** A: No **Q: I've noticed a price difference in the series $229.99 vs $279.99 Is there a difference between the two?** A: Useually the $229.00 price is for the guitar only $279 useually come with extras. Like a digital tuner gigbag cord or maybe a different set of extras **Q: Does it come with strings?** A: Yes, the bass comes with strings - de-tuned of course. After tuning it up, I had to raise one of the strings because of a little fret buzz, but other than that, it played and sounded great! **Q: passive or active?** A: It is passive. No battery required for the pickup to work. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect Bass for beginners *by M***B on 27 August 2025* This Squier P-Bass is a great buy for anyone starting out on bass. It's an affordable line of instruments from Fender, designed to make the classic designs accessible to everyone. This particular one in Lake Placid Blue looks absolutely amazing. The paintwork is a beautiful, deep blue colour that really catches the eye and makes the bass look much more expensive thanit actually is. The PJ pickup configuration is a standout feature. It's the best of both worlds, giving you the fat, punchy tone from the split-coil P-Bass pickup and the brighter, more articulate sound from the single-coil J-Bass pickup. This makes it really versatile for different styles of music. It also has a nice thin, lightweight body, which is a big plus as it's really comfortable to play for long periods. Of course, to keep the price down, there are some compromises. The Squire basses are generally made in Asia, and they use more affordable components compared to their more expensive Fender cousins. The hardware and pickups are decent for a beginner, but you might find yourself wanting to upgrade them down the line as your skills improve. The tuners are alright, but can sometimes feel a bit loose, and the fretwork might need a professional setup to get it perfect. Overall, it's a solid, reliable, and great-looking bass for the money. It's the perfect entry point for a new player. It looks the part, plays well, and with a bit of a setup, it can be a great instrument. It also comes with free virtual lessons, which is a great way to kickstart your bass journey. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Squier ... Rewind *by A***A on 5 May 2024* A Squier was the first guitar I ever owned as a kid, now at 65yrs young I wanted to rewind and this one: Looks like a Squier. ... Feels like a Squier. ... Sounds like a Squier. ... Oh yeah this is a ... Squier ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A job well done *by B***N on 13 March 2024* I brought a lovely bass guitar on amazon with special instruction the bass is brilliant great quality and in one piece the condition of the guitar is outstanding top job ## Frequently Bought Together - Squier Affinity Series Precision Bass, Lake Placid Blue, Laurel Fingerboard - New Bee 10 ft Guitar Cable - Electric Instrument Cable for Bass, Guitar, Mandolin, Pro Audio - Straight to Straight - Black - Fender Rumble 25 V3 Bass Amplifier, Bass Combo Amp, 25 Watts, with 2-Year Warranty, 8 Inch Speaker, with Overdrive Circuit and Mid-Scoop Contour Switch --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/356116571-squier-by-fender-affinity-precision-pj-bass-guitar-lake-placid](https://www.desertcart.us/products/356116571-squier-by-fender-affinity-precision-pj-bass-guitar-lake-placid) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-08-01*