Short scales, Fender VS Squier

[isteen]

I have been looking very close in the Fender Mustang lately, everything looks great except the price. I can get 3 Squier Jaguar for the price of a Fender Mustang, has anyone had a chance to play both? In playability and tone, is the Fender worth the extra money?

Hope someone can help me out. Thanks

[casapete]

Only tried the Mustang out briefly in a shop, and was quite impressed. However, did have a Squier SS Jaguar for a while and thought it was great,especially at the price point. Sounded fine with the PJ pickups, and really light too. Rather foolishly sold it when I was a bit skint .  

[Paul S]

I would recommend keeping a look out for the Squier VM Mustang.  They are very good indeed.  One on eBay somewhere at the moment in sunburst.