Squier Stratocaster Classic Vibe Lrl Olympic White

A Faithful Tribute to the Wide-Headstock Stratocasters of the 1970s

The Classic Vibe '70s Stratocaster is rooted in Fender's DNA by adopting the aesthetic codes and spirit of the 1970s Strat models: Stratocaster silhouette, vintage details, and an "old school" playing feel. Designed by Fender for the Squier Classic Vibe range, it aims to deliver the style, feel, and Strat tone while remaining accessible and coherent for everyday use (rehearsals, stage, home studio).

Who Is It For, and What Styles?

This electric guitar is suited for both demanding beginners and intermediate guitarists looking for a 70s-style Strat that is easy to play and versatile. The SSS configuration is particularly comfortable for funk, pop, blues, indie, classic rock, and anything requiring clear, articulate tones, punchy crunches, and the typical "scooped" Strat intermediate positions. The slim "C" neck and narrow, tall frets facilitate fast runs, bends, and chords across the entire neck.

The Sound

The trio of Fender-Designed Alnico Single-Coil pickups delivers precise, bright, and dynamic response with great right-hand sensitivity. The 5-position selector switch opens the door to iconic sounds: snappy bridge, round and singing neck, and especially positions 2 and 4, perfect for funky rhythms and pop arpeggios. The electronics (master volume and two dedicated tone controls) allow quick shaping of attack and smoothing of highs. The combination of a poplar body, maple neck, and Indian Laurel fingerboard promotes a balance between clarity, punchy response, and comfort, while the vintage-style 6-saddle synchronized tremolo adds the extra Strat "vibe" and feel.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To preserve the original feel, prioritize a set of nickel-plated steel electric guitar strings gauge .009-.042. A standard strap and a good quality 6.35 mm jack cable ideally complete the gear for rehearsals and stage.

Technical specifications

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

Body Shape	Stratocaster	Scale Length	25.5" / 647.7 mm (64.77 cm)
Body Wood	Poplar	Nut	bone
Body Finish	Gloss polyurethane	Nut Material	bone
Pickguard	4-ply tortoise shell	Nut Width	1.650" / 42 mm
Control Knobs	aged white plastic	Truss Rod	headstock adjustment
Orientation	right-handed	Hardware Finish	nickel
Neck Construction	Bolt-On	Bridge	vintage-style 6-saddle synchronized tremolo
Neck Material	Maple	Tuners	vintage-style
Neck Wood Type	Maple	Pickup Type	vintage-style
Neck Shape	C shape	Pickup Configuration	SSS
Neck Profile	C shape	Neck Pickup	Fender-designed Alnico single-coil
Neck Finish	tinted gloss urethane	Middle Pickup	Fender-designed Alnico single-coil
Fingerboard Inlay	white dot	Bridge Pickup	Fender-designed Alnico single-coil
Number of Frets	21	Controls	master volume, tone 1 (neck/middle pickups), tone 2 (bridge pickup)
Fret Size	narrow tall	Pickup Selector	5-position blade (position 1 bridge pickup, position 2 bridge and middle pickups, position 3 middle pickup, position 4 middle and neck pickups, position 5 neck pickup)
Fingerboard Radius	9.5" / 241 mm