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Compact Poplar Body With Comfortable Balance
The Mini Precision Bass features a thin, lightweight poplar body that reduces fatigue during longer playing sessions while maintaining a familiar Precision Bass feel. Its smaller footprint makes it easier to manage for younger players, students, or musicians looking for a compact instrument without sacrificing resonance or balance. The reduced size also makes it a practical option for travel or casual practice setups.
Short-Scale Maple Neck for Effortless Playability
A 28.6" short-scale maple neck shortens the reach between frets, making the instrument easier to navigate for players with smaller hands or those transitioning from guitar. The comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile and smooth Indian laurel fingerboard support clean fretting and fluid movement across the neck, helping players focus on timing, feel, and technique rather than hand strain.
Reliable Hardware Built for Everyday Use
Sealed die-cast tuning machines provide consistent tuning stability, while the hardtail bridge helps maintain solid intonation across the neck. A durable finish protects the instrument from everyday wear, making the Mini Precision Bass a dependable choice for lessons, rehearsals, light gigging, or travel situations where reliability matters.
Classic Precision Bass Tone in a Smaller Format
The Squier split single-coil pickup captures the familiar Precision Bass voice, delivering punchy lows, focused mids, and clear articulation that works across a wide range of styles. Simple volume and tone controls allow for quick adjustments, making it easy to move from warm, supportive grooves to more defined, articulate lines without overcomplicating the signal path.
A Practical, Inspiring Bass for Players of All Levels
The Squier Mini Precision Bass is well suited for younger musicians, beginners, traveling players, or anyone seeking a compact bass that still delivers authentic Precision-style tone. With its comfortable short-scale feel, classic pickup design, and thoughtfully chosen tonewoods, it offers a musically satisfying playing experience that encourages confidence, consistency, and creativity.



- Compact short-scale Precision Bass delivers classic tone in an easy-playing size
- Lightweight poplar body keeps the bass balanced and comfortable for long sessions
- Short-scale maple neck reduces reach and string tension for easier fretting
- Slim C-shaped neck profile supports a natural grip and relaxed hand position
- Laurel fingerboard offers a smooth feel with balanced note response
- Split single-coil pickup delivers focused lows and punchy Precision-style character
- Simple volume and tone controls make shaping sounds fast and intuitive
- Hardtail bridge maintains tuning stability and consistent intonation
- Sealed die-cast tuners provide smooth and dependable tuning adjustments
- Durable construction stands up to regular practice rehearsals and travel
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
- Product type: 4-string electric bass guitar
- Series: Sonic
- Body construction: Solid body
- Body wood: Poplar
- Body finish: Gloss
- Neck construction: Bolt-on
- Neck wood: Maple
- Neck shape: C-shaped
- Scale length: Short scale
- Truss rod: Yes
- Fingerboard material: Laurel
- Number of frets: 20
- Configuration: Split single-coil
- Controls: Master volume, master tone
- Bridge type: Hardtail
- Tuning machines: Sealed die-cast
- Hardware finish: Chrome
- Number of strings: 6
- Orientation: Right handed
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- Practicing21
- Jamming19
- Small Venues13
- Recording6
- School Bands5
- Fret Buzz3
- Flat Sound2
- Poor Pick Up2
- Craftsmanship1
- Sharp fret ends1
- Experienced15
- Professional Musician6
- Novice3
- Fun To Play22
- Good Feel22
- Good Tone18
- Good Pick Up15
- Solid Electronics10
Reviewed by 24 customers
Fun little bass!
submitted6 months ago
byMatt
fromCherry Hill NJ
I plan to use this for gigs and save my back from an old peavey P I traded for it. 5/5 for the value, fit, comfort level...3.5/5 overall based on all other basses out there, but hey, it's cheap and comfy. No fret sprouts, smooth neck. Needs set up, oiled neck, new strings as usual. Right out of the box, pretty darn good. Weekend warrior for 25+ years. Now I feel completely comfortable playing bass on a gig. Easily upgradable.
This little bass packs a punch!
submitted9 months ago
byRussell
fromBrooklyn, NY
A great bargain and a fun bass to play. An especially good way to transition from playing guitar to bass. A lot easier to play than a full-scale bass and WAY easier on the fingers. The electronics are good and I love the Dakota Red color. I also bought the black one. I keep one in my basement music room and one upstairs to play. The only thing that was negative were lots of fairly sharp fret ends, some sharp enough to cut you (I got a cut that actually bled from one of the fret ends). Since I know how to fix that problem it wasn't a big deal, but for some it might mean the extra expense of taking it to a luthier to get that corrected. But, considering the price of this very nice Squier mini-bass, the cost of a luthier is no prohibitive. Highly recommended for beginners to playing bass!
Great little bass at a great price
submitted10 months ago
byRussell
fromBrooklyn, NY
I bought this in 2022, when i decided that, after 6 decades of playing guitar, it was time to learn how to play bass. I bought this one based on a brand I liked (Squier) and a price i really liked. The fit & finish were flawless, the feel of the neck, weight of the instrument, and the electronics were excellent. Three years later, even after being kept in my basement music room that is prone to an extreme range of temperature and humidity, it still still plays and sounds great. No fret sprout or other issues. And, for me, it was a perfect model for learning to play bass. Highly recommended! As always, the experience buying from Sweetwater was very positive in every way!
Surprisingly good
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submitteda year ago
byRich
fromCortland, NY
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
I got this bass for a friend who has small hands. When it showed up I was very surprised by how good it sounded and played.#sweepstakes
Surprisingly good
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submitteda year ago
byRich
fromCortland, NY
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
Needed a smaller size bass for my friend. But even when I play it it plays like a dream. It should not sound this good or play this good for such a low price.
Squire mini precision base
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submitted2 years ago
byKevin
fromModesto California
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
Love it plays wonderful sounds amazing
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submitted7 months ago
asked byCarl
fromBrooklyn Park mN
What make and type of strings come with the bass? Are they quality strings?
The Squier Mini Precision Bass in Dakota Red comes equipped with factory-installed nickel-plated steel roundwound strings, typically in gauges ranging from .040 to .095. These lighter-gauge strings are well-suited to the bass's short 28.6" scale length, offering ease of play for beginners and players with smaller hands. empiremusic.com While the stock strings are adequate for entry-level practice and casual playing, they may not deliver the tonal richness or durability that more experienced bassists seek. As such, many players opt to upgrade to higher-quality strings to enhance tone, sustain, and overall feel.submitted10 months ago
asked byJD
fromIndiana
what is the difference between a mini and a short scale such as the Bronco or Mustang, disregarding the obvious difference in pickups of course
A 'Shot Scale' is 30". This is 28.6" (726 mm).submitteda year ago
asked byOld Lady Bass
fromPhoenix AZ
What case/gig bag do you recommend for my Mini-P?
Musician's Gear MGMEG Molded ABS Electric Guitar Case. You'll need to go with a full size case.submitteda year ago
asked byAnthony
fromAllentown,PA
What is the weight of this Mini Precision Bass(approx. ok, be close as possible).Thanks.
About the same as the Bronco. 7.5 - 8.00 lbs.submitted2 years ago
asked byKc
fromSpring Hill, Fl
I'm 5'2 and I'm looking for a beginner bass guitar would this be good?
Yes, it would be. This is referred to as a 'short scale' ------- a 30". We have many. This isn't the only one to suit you. We have many. This is however, a Fender. Have fun.submitted3 years ago
asked bySomeone you don't know
fromundisclosed
Is this ok for a woman who is around 5.5 inches?
Great. Also, look at the "Epiphone SG E1 Electric Bass Cherry"submitted5 years ago
asked byCaptain Kirk
fromSacramento, CA
What is the scale length on this "short scale" bass guitar?
This bass has a 28.6” scale length.submitted5 years ago
asked bymarjy
fromAlaska
what is the overall length including the body. I only see fret length in the specs as written. Thanks:)
Item Weight 10 pounds Product Dimensions 42 x 14 x 4 inches

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