Squier MB-5 5-String Bass Guitar - Cobalt Blue Metallic

This Squier MB-5 (Modern Bass) is a 5-string electric bass guitar finished in factory metallic blue. It features a compact contoured body, dual soapbar pickups, a 24-fret neck, and a 2-over-3 headstock configuration.

Specifications & Technical Setup

Brand: Squier.
Model: MB-5 (Modern Bass).
Type: 5-String Electric Bass Guitar.
Era: Circa late 1990s to 2000s.
Finish: Metallic Blue.
Pickups: Dual soapbar passive pickups.
Controls: Master Volume, Pickup Blend, Master Tone (chrome dome knobs).
Bridge: 5-saddle top-load bridge.
Neck & Fingerboard: Bolt-on maple neck with rosewood fingerboard, dot inlays, and 24 frets.
Tuning Machines: Black sealed die-cast tuners (2-over-3 layout).
Scale Length: 34".
Action: Set up with medium-low action.
Strings: 5-string set installed in playable condition.

Condition Note

The bass is in player cosmetic condition. The body finish shows scattered surface scratches, scuffs, and handling wear consistent with regular playwear. The neck and headstock face show light handling marks.

Electronics & Functionality: Both soapbar pickups, the blend control, volume, and tone potentiometers operate properly without signal drop. The neck is straight, the 24 frets have usable life remaining, and the installed strings tune to pitch. Medium-low action across the fingerboard.

Bench-checked, functional, and ready to play.

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Brand
Model
  • MB-5 Modern Bass
Finish
  • Blue
Categories
Finish Style
  • Metallic
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Fretboard Radius
  • 12"
Model Family
Color Family
  • Blue
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Active / Passive Pickups
  • Passive Pickups
Neck Material
  • Maple
Pickup Configuration
  • Split-Coil / S
Offset Body
  • Non-Offset Body
Active Preamp
  • No Preamp
Number of Strings
  • 5-String
Wood Top Style
  • Opaque
Body Shape
  • Double Cutaway
Number of Frets
  • 22

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