Squier Sonic Stratocaster Electric Guitar - Ultraviolet with Laurel Fingerboard Reviews
Reliable construction materials, iconic design elements, and an affordable price point make the Squier Sonic Stratocaster one of the most popular first instrument picks around Sweetwater. Fit with a trio of ceramic single-coil pickups, a traditional 6-saddle tremolo, and a smooth-playing satin-finished neck, players will be as close as it gets to genuine Strat playability while benefiting from an assemblage of beginner-friendly features. Apart from providing charming good looks, this guitar’s S-style body shape and conventional bolt-on maple neck provide a solid playing foundation and reliable construction that will endure countless hours of use. Additionally, the Squier Sonic Stratocaster’s onboard control set encourages players to scratch every surface of potential guitar tone, proving a valuable asset no matter which play style you prefer. When making your first guitar decision, there’s something to be said about going with a timeless classic — reach for the stars with a Squier Sonic Stratocaster!
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Very Reminiscent of the Bullet -- But that's not a bad thing.
I am a long-time proponent of the Squier bullet guitars, so when this revamp of the line came out, I knew I wanted to grab one. On paper, this strat looks promising: a unique color, a tremolo system, improved pickups. It seems like a homerun waiting to happen. After having owned it for several months, I can report on this guitar's virtues (which are impressive, given its price point) and its flaws. Bottom line up front: The comfort and playability of the bullet strat is still absolutely here, but the "improvements" feel more like a lateral move than a uniform improvement in quality.
Look:4/5
This guitar looks very cool. In person, the ultraviolet color has this awesome sort of "muted" quality, that makes it easy on the eyes. If you are looking for a bright pop of purple, this may disappoint, but if you, like me, were hoping for a subtler pastel-ish color, its everything you'll want. The woods used in the neck detract slightly from the look: my laurel fretboard is definitely on the "gray" side of brown. Overall though, it's a nice, unique looking instrument.
Playability: 4/5
This is one of the highlights of this guitar. Like its predecessor, the bullet, this guitar was set up with lovely low action (
Very bad
Worst guitar I've ever had even after new strings and a setup. I was told the 50 point inspection doesn't apply to guitars under 400. Shame on you Sweetwater.
