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Squier Classic Vibe '70s Stratocaster HSS - Black with Maple Fingerboard Demo

Solidbody Electric Guitar, with Poplar Body, Maple Neck, Maple Fretboard, 2 Single-coil Pickups, 1 Humbucking Pickup, and Tremolo - Black
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There are heavy scratches at the upper-bout (back of the body). All of the original factory accessories are included with the instrument. There are other fine scratches on various parts of this instrument that do not appear in Guitar Gallery photos.

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The Stratocaster Never Goes Out of Style

The Squier Classic Vibe '70s Stratocaster solidbody electric guitar brings you true Stratocaster tone, looks, and feel at a great value. Despite its affordable price, it offers more than you may expect, including a real bone nut and Fender-designed alnico pickups. Everything you need for a genuine Stratocaster experience is here, from the player-favorite "C" neck shape to the vintage-style tremolo bridge. And its narrow tall frets offer the feel of a classic Strat. Whether it's your first Strat or your 50th, Sweetwater is sure you'll be impressed with the Squier Classic Vibe '70s Stratocaster.

Vintage-inspired pickups

These Fender-designed single-coil Strat pickups feature alnico magnets for that signature Strat snap. A humbucking pickup in the bridge position gives you access to lead tones with impressive punch and girth. And with a five-position blade, Master Volume, and two tone controls, you have a wide array of sounds to dial in, and near-infinite stylistic colorings to explore across genres.

That neck!

The "C"-shaped maple neck on this Classic Vibe '70s Stratocaster sets a great foundation for practically any style of player. We know that the feel of a neck is one of the most subjective parts of a guitar, but it's worth noting that even seasoned Strat players are impressed with this neck. It's everything you need to make you fall in love with that distinctive Strat feel, the one that players like Clapton fell in love with.

Squier Classic Vibe '70s Stratocaster Solidbody Electric Guitar Features:

  • Lightweight, balanced poplar body with classic Strat cut feels right and plays great
  • Beautiful maple neck with comfortable "C" shape
  • Three Fender-designed alnico pickups kick out classic Strat tone
  • 21 narrow tall frets deliver the feel of a vintage Strat
  • Vintage-style tremolo bridge for expressive bends and dives

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What demo means to us is that we've had it out of the box, or maybe it was in a customer's hands for a few days and isn't "factory fresh" as a result. Every demo item we sell has Sweetwater's 2-year Total Confidence Coverage™ warranty, and has been tested and verified up to "new" specs by our factory-authorized technicians to make sure it's in perfect working order before we ship it to you.

Note: While demo items from Squier do not include the Fender Musical Instruments Corporation warranty, you can shop with confidence knowing that this item is backed and covered by Sweetwater’s 2-year Total Confidence Coverage™ warranty.

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Tech Specs

  • General
  • Number of Strings 6
  • Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
  • Body
  • Body Type Solidbody
  • Body Shape Stratocaster
  • Body Material Poplar
  • Body Finish Gloss Polyurethane
  • Color Black
  • Neck
  • Neck Material Maple
  • Neck Shape C
  • Neck Joint Bolt-on
  • Radius 9.5"
  • Fingerboard Material Maple
  • Fingerboard Inlay Black Dots
  • Number of Frets 21, Narrow Tall
  • Scale Length 25.5"
  • Nut Width 1.650"
  • Nut Material Bone
  • Hardware
  • Bridge/Tailpiece 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo
  • Tuners Vintage-style
  • Electronics
  • Neck Pickup Fender Alnico Single-coil
  • Middle Pickup Fender Alnico Single-coil
  • Bridge Pickup Fender Alnico Humbucker
  • Controls 1 x master volume, 1 x tone (neck), 1 x tone (bridge/middle)
  • Switching 5-way blade pickup switch
  • Miscellaneous
  • Strings Fender, .009-.042
  • Case/Gig Bag Sold Separately
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 0374023506

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Customer Reviews

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Rated 5/5

Bang for Buck!

It has been about 10 years since I have owned an electric guitar. Back when I played it was with a TV yellow Epiphone SG and I loved it but it just didn't give me the tones I heard from other guitars. This Squier Strat is just versatile and checks a lot of boxes. The Maple neck and Fretboard have great playability…the gloss on the back didn't bother me at all (and it looks great!). Kept tune for the 2 hours I played it yesterday and that was with some yanking on the whammy bar. Highly recommend!
Rated 5/5

Gibson lovers Stratocaster

Never owned a Stratocaster so didn't want too much invested in a guitar I might not like at all. I bought on line so it could have been a risk. When delivered the feel in my hands was great. Workmanship was flawless to my eye anyway. The action was medium low and intonation was already set perfectly. The tone was good but didn't like the strings. Vintage tuners make changing strings simple and fast. The tuners and bone nut keep this guitar in tune longer than my Les Paul. Now having owned this Classic Vibe for several weeks it's already found a place in my practice work. Pretty sure I don't need another Stratocaster but with this one sounding and playing as good as it does I'm already eye balling an American HSS Stratocaster.
Music background: Experienced
Rated 5/5

Squier Classic Vibe 70s hss black Stratocaster

A very good guitar. Ordered Saturday and recieved Tuesday. Perfect neck fret edges pickups just everything. Sweetwater is tremendous. I will be a lifelong customer.
Music background: 59 playing since 16
Rated 5/5

Great Stratocaster for the price

This is a great Strat for the price and very fun to play. The pickups sound good to me and the electronics roll off better than expected. The intonation was way out upon arrival and the strings were quite old and worn. No fret work needed. Tremolo is floored to the body which is how I like it. The tuners work well. I wanted a cheap Stratocaster that I could make a few changes to but I will take my time as everything sounds and works great. The Humbucker in the bridge has a nice bite to it without being harsh. Hard to beat the price point!
Music background: Hobby player
Rated 5/5

Nice

Very nice guitar for the money. Sounded great and well built. I couldn't get on with the gloss neck so returned for a second choice. As alway Sweetwatet made the transaction very easy. My gear advisor Brandon is a true professional and the reason I get my gear from Sweetwater.
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