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Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS Electric Guitar in Midnight Blue

£179.00

The Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS is an entry-level electric guitar that’s designed to launch any musical adventure into warp speed — offering iconic Fender style and inspiring tone for players at any stage! Sporting a comfy “C”-shaped neck and lightweight body, this superb starter Strat also boasts a flexible HSS pickup configuration for incredible versatility. […]

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Description

The Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS is an entry-level electric guitar that’s designed to launch any musical adventure into warp speed — offering iconic Fender style and inspiring tone for players at any stage! Sporting a comfy “C”-shaped neck and lightweight body, this superb starter Strat also boasts a flexible HSS pickup configuration for incredible versatility. With a mix of humbucking and single-coil pickups, there are loads of cool sounds right at your fingertips.

Additional appointments include a synchronized tremolo bridge that allows for expressive vibrato effects, smooth sealed tuners and durable chrome-plated hardware that’s sure to catch the spotlight.

Key Features

  • Thin & lightweight body: Super comfy and easy to handle — perfect for long jam sessions.
  • Satin-finished Maple neck: It’s slippery and non-tacky, so you can glide up and down the neck like it’s second nature.
  • HSS pickup configuration: Fender’s in-house voiced ceramic single-coils in the neck and middle deliver bright, snappy tones, while the beefy humbucker at the bridge brings the heat with rich, full-bodied sound. Plus, with a 5-way switch onboard, you can mix and match for a whole palette of killer tones!
  • Vintage-style synchronized tremolo: Embellish chords and lead licks with smooth, expressive pitch bends.
  • Sealed die-cast tuning machines: Provide reliable tuning stability with smooth gear action, letting you focus on playing, not tweaking.
  • Designed by Fender: Built with that legendary Fender know-how, so you know you’re getting the real deal in sound and quality.

Specifications

Body

  • Body Material: Poplar
  • Body Finish: Satin Polyurethane
  • Body Shape: Stratocaster

Neck

  • Neck Material: Maple
  • Neck Finish: Satin Urethane
  • Neck Shape: “C”
  • Neck Construction: Bolt-On
  • Fingerboard Material: Maple
  • Fingerboard Radius: 9.5″ (241 mm)
  • Position Inlays: Black Dot
  • Side Dots: Black
  • Number of Frets: 21
  • Fret Size: Narrow Tall
  • String Nut: Synthetic Bone
  • Nut Width: 1.650″ (42 mm)
  • Scale Length: 25.5″ (648 mm)
  • Truss Rod: Head Adjust

Hardware

  • Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo with Block Saddles
  • Tuning Machines: Die-Cast Sealed
  • Pickguard: 1-Ply Black
  • Control Knobs: Black Plastic
  • Pickup Covers: Black
  • Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Squier
  • Strap Buttons: Vintage-Style
  • Hardware Finish: Chrome

Electronics

  • Bridge Pickup: Ceramic Humbucker
  • Middle Pickup: Ceramic Single-Coil
  • Neck Pickup: Ceramic Single-Coil
  • Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck/Middle Pickups), Tone 2. (Bridge Pickup)
  • Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup

Miscellaneous

  • Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)
  • Case/Gig Bag: None

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About the manufacturer

Squier

Squier is Fender’s sister brand, created to make the classic Fender sound and style accessible to everyone. Originally a string manufacturer acquired by Fender in the 1960s, Squier began producing affordable versions of iconic models like the Stratocaster, Telecaster, and Precision Bass in the early 1980s. Despite their lower price, Squier instruments are praised for their solid build, reliable performance, and authentic Fender feel. They’ve become a favourite among beginners, hobbyists, and even gigging musicians who appreciate great tone without the hefty price tag. Squier continues to deliver genuine Fender spirit for players at every level.

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Electric Guitars

Electric guitars use magnetic pickups to convert string vibration into an electrical signal, allowing the sound to be shaped through amplifiers and effects. Key things to understand include body shape, pickup type, neck profile, scale length and bridge design, as these all affect tone, feel and sustain. They are used across almost every modern genre, from clean and expressive to high-gain and aggressive styles, making them one of the most versatile instruments available.

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Electric Guitar

HSS

HSS is a pickup configuration with a humbucker at the bridge and single-coil pickups in the middle and neck positions. This setup combines the power and drive of a humbucker for lead and heavier tones with the clarity and sparkle of single coils for clean sounds, making it a versatile option for players who want a wide range of tones from one guitar.

Stratocaster

The Fender Strat – Stratocaster is one of the most iconic electric guitars ever made, celebrated for its sleek design, versatility, and instantly recognisable tone. Introduced in 1954, its contoured double-cutaway body, three single-coil pickups, and tremolo bridge set a new standard for comfort and sound flexibility. The Strat’s bright, expressive voice has defined countless genres, from blues and surf rock to funk and modern pop. Played by legends like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and David Gilmour, the Stratocaster remains a symbol of creativity and innovation, offering players endless tonal possibilities and a timeless feel that continues to inspire generations.

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