Squier FSR Classic Vibe ’70s Stratocaster HSS Electric Guitar in Oxblood

Name: Squier FSR Classic Vibe '70s Stratocaster HSS Electric Guitar in Oxblood
Brand: Squier
SKU: 0374023593
Price: 449.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

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£449.00

This is a New Squier FSR Classic Vibe ’70s Stratocaster HSS Electric Guitar in Oxblood from Squier, now available in the Guitar category on Guitars Pedals Amps and Stuff.. Read More below.

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Description

The bridge combines the best of vintage styling with the easy use and adjustment of Squier’s latest synchronised tremolo system to make both playing string changes as effortless as possible. Fender’s ’70s era Stratocasters are some of the boldest and most desirable guitars they’ve ever made. The Squier FSR ’70s Classic Vibe captures everything cool about the decade that brought us the oversized headstock, fiery higher output pickups and stunning alternative finishes – all in an instrument perfect for developing players, guitarists working on a budget and those of us after something limited edition as part of the ‘Fender Special Run’. Fender Special Run If you see FSR in the name of an of Squier’s guitars, you’re in luck as it’s a Special: it’ll have unique features and/or a rare finish. This model comes in a sparkly Oxblood colour that you won’t find in the standard ’70s model. Fender-designed HSS pickups Most Strats have three single-coil pickups, but this ’70s Classic Vibe one swaps out the bridge position pickup for humbucker to deliver a more focused, punchier kick suited to tight rock and metal sounds, as well as a smoother, gliding clean tones. Make your way through the 5-way selector to access a mix of both the humbucker and middle position single-coil to round out some of it’s aggressive attack, and switch over to the individual middle and neck pickups for the iconic Strat bell-like voicings. These specific pickups are designed by Fender, so you know you’re getting quality wiring and authentic tone. Modern playing feel The ’70s Classic Vibe is equipped with a modern slim “C” neck shape – a standard appointment across Fender and Squier’s current ranges providing easy access across the stunning maple fretboard. There’s a touch of old school feel with the narrow tall frets offering soaring bends and the universally comfy 9.5-inch fingerboard radius making chord and note changes quick and seamless.Key Features Fender-designed alnico pickups – authentic vintage Fender tone with humbucker oomph. Vintage style synchronised tremolo bridge – featuring vintage-correct stamped steel saddles for Strat dives and warbles. Vintage style tuners – Sporting classic looks, these vintage-style tuning machines provide rock-solid tuning stability and smooth action. Nickel plated hardware – The durable nickel-plated hardware adds a deep, rich throwback look to the instrument. “Slim C”-shaped neck profile – comfortable contemporary playing feel. Vintage tint gloss neck finish – A highly desirable aged look and texture. SpecificationsBody Body: Poplar Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane Body Shape: Stratocaster Body Material: Poplar Neck Headstock: Large ’70s Style Neck Material: Maple Neck Finish: Tinted Gloss Urethane Neck Shape: “C” Shape Neck Construction: Bolt-On Fingerboard Radius: 9.5″ (241 mm) Fingerboard Material: Maple Position Inlays: Black Dot Number of Frets: 21 Truss Rod: Head Adjust String Nut: Bone Nut Width: 1.650″ (42 mm) Nut Material: Bone Fret Size: Narrow Tall Scale Length: 25.5″ (648 mm) Hardware Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo Bridge Mounting: 6-Screw Vintage-Style Pickguard: 3-Ply Parchment Pickup Covers: Black Control Knobs: Black Plastic Hardware Finish: Nickel Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style String Trees: Dual-Wing Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges) Tremolo Arm: Vintage-Style Tremolo Arm Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Squier Strap Buttons: Standard Electronics Bridge Pickup: Fender Designed Alnico Humbucking Middle Pickup: Fender Designed Alnico Single-Coil Neck Pickup: Fender Designed Alnico Single-Coil Pickup Configuration: HSS Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck/Middle Pickups), Tone 2. (Bridge Pickup) Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup,…

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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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