Squier Stratocaster Classic Vibe Lrl Natural

A Tribute to the "Wide Headstock" Era: The 1970s Strat Spirit in Classic Vibe

The Classic Vibe '70s Stratocaster is part of the Classic Vibe series, designed to capture the aesthetics and feel of Fender's great decades. Here, the inspiration comes directly from 1970s Stratocasters: distinctive visual identity, glossy finish with aged look on the neck, and vintage-style hardware. An excellent gateway to Strat tone and design, with modern playability.

For Which Guitarists and Styles?

This Stratocaster is aimed at beginner to intermediate guitarists (and experienced players looking for a reliable "Strat" backup). The SSS configuration and 5-position selector cover a wide range: funk, pop, indie, blues, classic rock, reggae, and anything requiring snappy clean tones, precise rhythms, and singing leads. The 9.5" / 241 mm radius and narrow-tall frets facilitate modern playing without betraying the vintage DNA.

Sound

The trio of Fender-Designed Alnico single-coil pickups delivers a typically Strat sound: clear attacks, bright highs, airy low-mids, and excellent chord definition. Positions 2 and 4 provide the famous "quacky" tone much loved in funk and pop. Controls (master volume + two tone knobs, one dedicated to the bridge pickup) allow you to soften the highs or thicken a lead. The vintage-style 6-saddle synchronized tremolo adds character and encourages expressive playing, from subtle vibrato to more pronounced effects.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To stay as close as possible to the original feel, opt for nickel-plated steel electric strings in .009-.042 gauge (same as factory setup). A standard guitar strap is also compatible for standing play, as well as picks suited to your attack (flexible for funk, thicker for precise leads).

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	SSS	Scalloped	Double
Category	ST	Body	Maple
Left handed	No	Bridge / tailpiece	Tremolo
Strings	Steel	Electronics	Passive
Nbr of strings	6	Color	Natural
Fingerboard	Laurel	Finishing	Glossy
Nbrs of frets	21	Hardware	Nickel

Body Shape	Stratocaster	Nut Width	42 mm / 1.650"
Body Wood	soft maple	Scale Length	25.5" / 648 mm
Body Finish	glossy polyurethane	Truss Rod	headstock adjustment
Pickguard	4-ply tortoise shell	Hardware Finish	nickel
Control Knobs	aged white plastic	Bridge	vintage-style synchronized tremolo with 6 saddles
Neck Construction	Bolt-On	Tuners	vintage-style
Neck Material	maple	Orientation	right-handed
Neck Profile	C shape	Pickup Style	3 single-coil pickups
Neck Finish	glossy tinted urethane	Pickup Type	vintage-style
Fingerboard Inlays	white dot	Pickup Configuration	SSS
Fingerboard Radius	9.5" / 241 mm	Neck Pickup	Fender-Designed Alnico single-coil
Number of Frets	21	Middle Pickup	Fender-Designed Alnico single-coil
Fret Size	narrow-tall	Bridge Pickup	Fender-Designed Alnico single-coil
Nut	bone	Controls	master volume, tone 1 (neck/middle pickups), tone 2 (bridge pickup)
Nut Material	bone	Pickup Selector	5-position blade (1 bridge, 2 bridge + middle, 3 middle, 4 middle + neck, 5 neck)