Squier Limited Edition FSR Classic Vibe '60s Stratocaster HSS Shoreline Gold

The Sixties Spirit in an HSS Stratocaster

The Squier Classic Vibe '60s Stratocaster HSS pays tribute to the evolution of the Stratocaster during the 1960s. The period-inspired headstock markings, tinted neck finish and aged white elements create a cohesive retro look. The Shoreline Gold finishing adds a bright touch, complemented by a three-ply parchment pickguard.

Within the Classic Vibe series, this model combines that visual identity with an HSS pickup configuration. Without being limited to a strictly traditional approach, it retains the textures of single-coil pickups while offering a humbucker at the bridge. It is an appealing variation for capturing the Stratocaster spirit with greater possibilities for overdriven tones.

An Electric Guitar for Exploring Several Styles

This right-handed electric guitar can suit a beginner looking for an extended tonal palette as well as an intermediate guitarist seeking a versatile instrument. The C-shaped neck profile offers a familiar feel, while the 9.5-inch / 241 mm radius provides a balance between comfortable chords and ease of movement for melodic playing.

The narrow-tall frets encourage a precise contact sensation, particularly for string bends and finger vibrato. The 25.5-inch / 648 mm scale length maintains a taut response and clear articulation. The original .009–.042 gauge strings make string bends easier, which is useful when working on solos without immediately requiring a heavier gauge.

Blues, pop, funk and rock naturally find their place within its range. The single-coil pickups allow you to work on clear, detailed rhythms, while the humbucker is suited to heavier riffs. The synchronized tremolo expands these possibilities with subtle undulations or more pronounced effects, depending on the bridge setting and playing technique.

Nuanced Clean Tones and a More Powerful Bridge

Its tonal character relies above all on the three Fender Designed pickups with alnico magnets. At the neck, the single-coil pickup delivers rounded, singing tones. The middle pickup provides a more direct alternative for accompaniment parts. At the bridge, the humbucker generally produces a thicker sound than a single-coil pickup, with greater presence for riffs and overdriven solos.

The 5-way selector provides access to the three pickups individually, as well as the bridge/middle and middle/neck combinations. These combinations broaden the available tonal nuances without complicating the controls. A master volume controls the output level; the first tone control affects the neck and middle pickups, while the second is dedicated to the bridge. This allows you to darken the humbucker without altering the tone setting of the two single-coil pickups.

The poplar body, bolt-on maple neck and Indian laurel key form the foundation of the instrument's construction. Their contribution to the response and sustain adds to that of the bridge and the setup; the pickups and amplification remain decisive in the resulting sound. The six saddles allow the string height and intonation to be adjusted individually, adapting the instrument to your playing style.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To maintain a touch close to the original setup, choose a set of nickel-plated steel electric guitar strings in .009–.042 gauge. Switching to a different gauge may require adjustments to the tremolo balance, intonation and neck. Picks and a soft cloth for routine maintenance simply complete the equipment.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	HSS	Body	Poplar
Category	ST	Bridge / tailpiece	Tremolo
Left handed	No	Electronics	Passive
Strings	Steel	Electroacoustic	No
Nbr of strings	6	Color	Gold
Fingerboard	Laurel	Finishing	Glossy
Nbrs of frets	21	Hardware	Nickel

Shape	Stratocaster	Pickup configuration	HSS
Material	poplar	Bridge pickup	Fender Designed, alnico magnet humbucker
Construction	bolt-on neck	Middle pickup	Fender Designed, alnico magnet single-coil
Profile	C	Neck pickup	Fender Designed, alnico magnet single-coil
Key material	Indian laurel	Volume control	master volume
Radius	9.5 inches / 241 mm	Tone control 1	neck and middle pickups
Key markers	white dots	Tone control 2	bridge pickup
Number of frets	21	Selector	5-position
Fret size	narrow and tall	Position 1	bridge pickup
Scale length	25.5 inches / 648 mm	Position 2	bridge and middle pickups
Nut material	bone	Position 3	middle pickup
Nut width	1.650 inches / 42 mm	Position 4	middle and neck pickups
Truss rod adjustment	headstock access	Position 5	neck pickup
Neck plate	Squier four-bolt	Series	Classic Vibe
Bridge	six-saddle vintage-style synchronized tremolo	Orientation	right-handed
Tuning machines	vintage-style	Country of origin	Indonesia
Hardware finishing	nickel-plated	Shipping dimensions, height x width x length	5 x 17.9 x 45.5 inches / 127 x 454.7 x 1,155.7 mm
Pickguard	3-ply parchment	Shipping height	5 inches / 127 mm
Pickup covers	aged white	Shipping width	17.9 inches / 454.7 mm
Control knobs	aged white plastic	Shipping length	45.5 inches / 1,155.7 mm
String gauge	.009 to .042 inches / approximately 0.229 to 1.067 mm	Shipping weight	5.86 kg