Classic vibe with modern refinements.

The Squier Classic Vibe Stratocaster '50s is an electric guitar that leaves no doubt as to its true Fender identity. With its cool finishes on an alder body and 21-fret vintage tint gloss maple neck, this beauty definitely has that '50s vibe. But you also get the modern playability of a 9.5" radius neck and medium jumbo frets. The tone is unmistakable as well, with a custom set of AlNiCo 3 single-coil pickups. This Squier guitar's tone is clear and bright with terrific sustain even in crunch mode! Custom-staggered pole pieces provide improved string-to-string balance.

Classic Vibe! Back in 1982, the very first Squier by Fender guitars and basses came ringing out of Asia. Known for their excellent vintage-quality look, feel, sound and construction, those early Squier instruments and their Fender branded counterparts are now highly sought-after collector's items revered by guitar enthusiasts as models of "getting it right" while aiming at value-conscious players. The Squier Classic Vibe Series reflects that simultaneous commitment to excellence, value and vibe. Mirroring classic Fender designs, the Classic Vibe offering is not intended to be era or vintage correct—but rather imparting the vibe of a classic Fender design. Each has a distinctive feature set combinations— adding up to one classic looking instrument. Great sound, vintage looks, unbeatable value—Classic Vibe!

Squier by Fender Classic Vibe Stratocaster 50s Electric Guitar Features:

• Body: Alder
• Finish: Polyester
• Neck: 1-Piece Maple, Modern "C" Shape
• Fingerboard: Maple, 9.5" (241 mm)
• Frets: 21, Medium Jumbo
• Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
• Nut Width: 1.65" (42 mm)
• Hardware: Chrome
• Tuning Keys: Vintage style tuning machines
• Bridge: Vintage style, 6-saddle tremolo
• Pickguard: 1-ply white
• Neck pickup: Custom Stratocaster pickup (AlNiCo III)
• Middle pickup: Custom Stratocaster pickup (AlNiCo III)
• Bridge pickup: Custom Stratocaster pickup (AlNiCo III)
• Pickup switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup
• Controls: Master Volume, Tone, Tone
• Strings: (.009 - .042) Nickel Plated Steel
  
  Unique Features: 2-Color Sunburst over alder; 21-fret vintage tint gloss maple neck; 1-ply white pickguard; aged plastic parts; vintage style tuning machines; vintage style, 6-saddle bridge; custom Stratocaster pickup set with AlNiCo III magnets

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Squier by Fender Classic Vibe Stratocaster 50s Electric Guitar

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Posted by Bill Sheehan from Springfield, IL on Jan 3, 2010

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: N/A

Reviewer's Play Style: Rock

I recently bought the Squier Classic Vibe 50's Stratocaster (white color option with gold scratchguard). It is apparent that this guitar was built with tender loving care. Everything fits together just perfectly. It is absolutely stunning to look at-- photos just don't do it justice. I had my sales/tech guy give it a good going-over and setup before I took possession, and it plays like a dream and is in perfect tune with itself. I have a wonderful '72 Fender Strat as well, and I notice two things about the Squier: 1) the pickups seem more powerful than the '72; and 2) the Squier is remarkably hum-free compared to the '72. Otherwise, the Squier feels very similar to the '72, and it sounds great coming through my amp-- very much getting the five distinct sounds (including the two "out-of-phase" options at positions 2 and 4 on the pickup selector switch) which are so characteristic of the Strat. In short, this is a fine instrument, quite gig-worthy, and a tremendous value for the money!

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What a nice guitar!!!

Posted by James from Phoenix, AZ on Jan 3, 2010

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Hobbyist

Reviewer's Play Style: Rock, jazz, alternative

I got this about a month ago. The first one arrived but I was disappointed because all the frets are sharp and sticking out of the neck. I am not sure if it slipped through the cracks shipped out of the factory with all the frets not filed down. Everything else looked good. So, I called CS and had it replaced. When the second one arrived, I noticed that the box was not factory sealed. I also noticed that there were no QC tag hung on the guitar tuners. The frets are all sharp like the first one so I believed this is a problem with the entire CV guitar line. So, I proceed to accept this flaw thinking I will file the frets down myself. Then I start test playing it. The guitar keeps making staticky and popping noise during play. It was annoying enough that I had the called CS to get another replacement. The CS had been a pleasure to work with. They shipped out the replacement fast and I got the third one within a week. To my surprise, the frets were all nice and smooth and there are not static and noise issue. This one is factory sealed, worked perfectly and the finish is immaculate. I am a very happy customer now. The guitar sounds and play great. I cannot be happier and I will recommend this guitar to anyone.

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Excellent substitute

Posted by Marshallgunner from Canada on Oct 11, 2009

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Hobbyist

Reviewer's Play Style: Rock/Blues

This guitar kicks ass. I mean for the amount you pay, the sound and playability are unreal. The reason I gave it a lower rating for quality is simply because it does not have high quality parts. But trust me, its still worth it. I've since resolder the tone control for the bridge pickup, which I recommend. But I've had no problem getting good Eric Johnson cleans and lead sounds from the neck and bridge pickups. This pedal combined with FUZZ or Tube Driven overdrive is incredible. Oh, there is one thing that has been troubling me though. There is a slight volume loss in the bridge pickup compared to the neck pickup. I'm not sure if this is standard with all strats but it happens with mine. No worries though, I usually never hit the bridge without overdrive, so it works out fine.

get it. if you can't afford a 57 reissue, this is a good substitute for the money.

cheers!

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Excellent...

Posted by SUPER FIRE FIGHTER1 from Milton,NH on Oct 9, 2009

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: hobbyist

Reviewer's Play Style: everything

After hearing so many good things about these guitars, and wanting a fender strat guitar, i decided to get one. The quality on this guitar is unbelievable for the price. I personally think it is better than my Jackson DKMGT and Gibson V. The only flaw that I found was on my volume knob, there is the slightest piece of it missing around the edge. But it is not noticeable at all. Overall a really good bang for your buck. I plan on getting the 60's version in the next few months.

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Pure Sweetness...

Posted by Zerep11 from Mesa, Arizona on Sep 29, 2009

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Active Musician

Reviewer's Play Style: Classic, Blues, Hard Rock

Bought this Strat in Placid Blue Strat CV along with the Blonde 50s Tele CV few months ago & must say I am having an extremely difficult time deciding on which one to play, because they are both that good. I was rockin' them both straight out of the boxes. All I had to do was a minor tuning on each one. After 40+ years of playing & owning a myriad of Gibson & Fender guitars, I've never had it so good. No matter if I run them through my Crate FW120 Full Stack or my Fender FM212R clean or via my Digitech RP350, I am in Heavenly, Musical Bliss. So if anyone cares to listen to a Classic/Blues/Hard Rocker, these axes will definitely fit any bill. BTW - They are also terrific for Metal-Heads, ie...Rammstein, Metallica, Megadeth, Pantera, etc... In other words, they both will sound as sweet as Carlos Santana playing "Moonflower" to as nasty as Angus' "Dirty Deeds". I strongly advise getting one or both before Fender wakes up & raises the prices because presently, they are both true bargains.

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