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Best short-scale basses 2025: the ultimate guide to the greatest pint-sized bass guitars at all price points
By Daryl Robertson last updated
From Fender to Gibson, Gretsch to Spector, here are our top picks for the best short-scale basses on the market right now

Fender revives divisive Antigua finish for limited-edition Squier ’70s Classic Vibe models
By Matt Parker published
The once-derided Antigua Burst is back for a limited run and is now available for preorder in the US

“Drawing influence from the customizations that gained popularity in the 1960s”: Squier pays homage to golden era guitar mods with sub-$500 limited-edition Classic Vibe models
By Matt Owen published
One Strat, two Teles and a Jazz Bass make up the drop, which introduces some choice cosmetic and functional appointments

Squier Paranormal Baritone Cabronita Telecaster review – a bargain baritone that can get properly heavy
By Matt McCracken published
The Squier Paranormal range’s only baritone offers some unusual sounds for explorative players at a bargain price, but is it more jack of all trades than master of one?

I’ve lost count of the players who told me they got their start on a Squier Stratocaster – now Fender is offering them for under $150, a huge 40% discount on the go-to learner guitar
By Matt Parker published
For a limited time you can pick up a Surf Green Affinity Strat for just $149

Squier Sonic Stratocaster HT review – Fender's classic beginner electric guitar just got better
By Matt Owen published
Squier's new entry-level Strat brings Leo Fender's most famous creation to the masses and begs the question: is there a better beginner electric guitar on the market?

Squier Sonic Mustang HH review – the best-value offset electric in the world?
By Matt Owen published
Squier has reimagined its entry-level Bullet models as the Sonic series – and for under $200, you get a lot of beginner-friendly fun for your money

Squier Sonic Stratocaster HT H review – single-humbucker Tom DeLonge vibe for under $200
By Matt Owen published
Fender's new entry-level Squiers have been rebranded and refreshed as the Sonic Series, but is this hardtail humbucker-equipped Strat still the go-to electric for beginners?
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