Squier Mustang Sonic Mn Torino Red

An accessible Mustang, in the spirit of a Fender classic

Born in the Fender universe of the 1960s, the Mustang established itself as a guitar with an instantly recognizable look, prized for its comfort and character. With the Squier Sonic, you find this DNA in an approach designed to get straight to the point: an obvious feel, robust craftsmanship, and a simple setup, perfect for starting out or complementing a rig with a short-scale electric guitar.

For whom, and for which styles?

The Squier Sonic Mustang is aimed at beginners as well as intermediate guitarists who want an easy-to-play electric guitar with a compact size. Its short scale and slim "C" neck favor barre chords, fast riffs, and bends without excessive effort. It thrives in styles where attack and clarity matter: pop, rock, indie, alternative, punk, and brighter textures like surf (depending on amp and settings).

Sound

The combination of a poplar body and maple neck/fretboard delivers a lively response with a crisp attack and good note definition, particularly appreciated in rhythm playing. The two ceramic single-coil pickups provide a clear and articulate sound, with that "chiming" quality that cuts well through a mix. The 3-position toggle switch allows quick switching from a sharper bridge pickup to a rounder neck pickup, while the middle position balances brightness and body. The master Volume and master Tone controls remain intuitive for shaping your tone, from crystalline clean to precise distortion.

Recommended compatible accessories

To stay as close as possible to the original specifications, prioritize a set of electric strings in .009-.042 (nickel-plated steel): this is the gauge indicated for this model, perfect for preserving playing comfort and tonal balance. A tuner (clip-on or pedal) is also a safe choice to take full advantage of the sealed tuners and maintain impeccable tuning stability daily.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	SS	Body	Poplar
Category	Asymmetric	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Left handed	No	Electronics	Passive
Strings	Steel	Color	Red
Nbr of strings	6	Finishing	Glossy
Fingerboard	Maple	Hardware	Chromed
Nbrs of frets	22

Series	Squier Sonic	Nut	Synthetic bone
Orientation	Right-handed	Nut material	Synthetic bone
Pickup style	2 single coils	Scale length	24" / 609 mm
Body material	Poplar	Bridge	6-saddle top-load hardtail bridge
Body finish	Gloss polyurethane	Pickguard	1-ply white
Body shape	Mustang	Control knobs	Black plastic
Neck material	Maple	Hardware finish	Chrome
Neck finish	Satin urethane	Tuners	Die-cast sealed
Neck construction	Bolt-On	Pickup type	Single coil
Neck wood type	Maple	Bridge pickup	Ceramic single coil
Neck profile type	C shape	Neck pickup	Ceramic single coil
Fretboard material	Maple	Pickup configuration	SS
Fretboard radius	9.5" / 241 mm	Controls	Master volume, master tone
Fretboard inlay	Black dot	Pickup selector	3-position toggle switch: Position 1. Bridge pickup, Position 2. Bridge and neck pickups, Position 3. Neck pickup
Truss rod	Headstock adjustment	Truss rod wrench	4 mm hex (Allen)
Truss rod nut	4 mm hex