A tip of the hat to the big-headed Strat® models produced in the 1970s, the '70s HSS Classic Vibe Stratocaster creates incredible sound thanks to Fender-designed alnico pickups. Player-friendly features include a slim, comfortable "C"-shaped neck profile with an easy-to-play 9.5-inch fingerboard and tall, narrow frets, plus a vintage-style tremolo system for Expressive string bending effects. This retro Squier model also features 1970s-inspired headstock markings, nickel-plated hardware, and a vintage-tinted glossy neck finish for an old-school aesthetic vibe.
FEATURES
100% designed by Fender
Inspired by Stratocaster models from the 1970s
Fender-designed Alnico pickups
Glossy vintage-tinted handle finish
Nickel-plated hardware
Period Doll Markings
Fender-designed Alnico pickups
ALNICO PICKUPS DESIGNED BY FENDER
This model features Fender-designed alnico pickups for authentic Fender sound.
Vintage-style synchronized tremolo bridge
VINTAGE-STYLE SYNCHRONIZED TREMOLO BRIDGE
The vintage-style tremolo bridge, featuring stamped steel saddles, lets you create inspiring string bending effects.
Vintage-style tuners
VINTAGE STYLE TUNING MACHINES
Boasting a classic look, these vintage-style tuners provide optimal tuning action.
Nickel-plated hardware
NICKEL-PLATED HARDWARE
Durable nickel-plated hardware adds a deep, rich retro look to the instrument.
Slim “C” shaped neck profile
SLIM “C” SHAPED NECK PROFILE
This instrument offers a slim "C" shaped neck profile for a fast, smooth feel.
Glossy vintage-tinted handle finish
VINTAGE TINTED GLOSSY NECK FINISH
The neck of this model features a vintage tinted gloss finish for a very desirable aged look.
BODY
Body material
Poplar
Body shape
Stratocaster®
Body finishing
Glossy polyurethane
NECK
Neck material
Maple
Neck finishing
Tinted Gloss Urethane
Neck shape
“C” shape
Scale length
25.5" (648mm)
Fingerboard material
Maple
Key radius
9.5" (241mm)
Number of frets
21
Fret size
Narrow Top
Nut material
BONE
Nut width
1.650" (42mm)
Position overlays
Black dots
Clamp rod
Head fit
ELECTRONIC
Bridge pickup
Alnico humbucker designed by Fender®
Central microphone
Fender® designed Alnico Single-Coil
Neck pickup
Fender® designed Alnico Single-Coil
Controls
Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck Pickup), Tone 2. (Bridge Pickup/Middle 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
Configuration
RSS
MATERIAL
Bridge
Vintage-style synchronized tremolo with 6 saddles
Hardware finishing
Nickel
Mechanical
Vintage style
Pickguard
3 ply black
Control buttons
Black plastic
Change tip
Black
Neck plate
Squier® 4-bolt
MISCELLANEOUS
Ropes
NPS, .009-.042 Gauges