The Squier® Contemporary Active Precision Bass® PH V brings modern features and bold aesthetics to an iconic Fender platform to satisfy today’s most discerning and daring players. At the heart of this bass are Squier SQR™ ceramic split single-coil and humbucking bridge pickups powered by a Fender-designed active 9-volt preamp, offering intuitive controls for volume, pickup blend, traditional tone and stacked boost controls for bass and treble. The roasted maple neck was chosen for its optimal tone and stability, and a sculpted heel design allows for improved access to the upper frets. High-performance components round out the feature list and include a modern bridge with added mass for improved body resonance, and a set of open-geartuning machines for smooth tuning action. Eye-catching styling cues include stealthy black hardware and a sleek painted headstock with chrome logos for a premium look. 

SQUIER® SQR™ CERAMIC PICKUPS

These Squier SQR ceramic pickups produce high-output, modern tone with punchy lows and clear highs.

SQUIER® ACTIVE 9-VOLT BASS PREAMP

Versatile and easy-to-use, the active 9-volt bass preamp was designed in-house at Fender and includes intuitive controls for master volume, pickup blend, tone and bass/treble boost.

ROASTED MAPLE NECK

With an articulate tone, optimal stability and a deep, rich color, roasted maple is a premium neck material.

OPEN-GEAR TUNING MACHINES

These vintage-style tuning machines have a classic look and provide smooth, accurate tuning.

MODERN BRIDGE

The modern bridge features added mass to provide optimal body resonance, which translates into bigger tone.

SCULPTED NECK HEEL

This guitar is designed with a sculpted neck heel for improved access to the upper frets.