SUMMER NAMM 2019: As well as launching a trio of new Starcaster models, Squier has unveiled nine new Classic Vibe electric guitars and basses.
The new decade-inspired Stratocaster, Telecaster, Precision Bass, Jaguar Bass and Mustang Bass models all feature new Fender-designed alnico pickups, nickel-plated hardware, decade-specific headstock markings and vintage-tint gloss necks.
These mark the latest additions to the range following Fender‘s refresh of the entire line at Winter NAMM back in January.
Read on for more details from Fender itself and pay a visit to the company website for more info.
Classic Vibe ‘50s Stratocaster - $349/£379
PRESS RELEASE: A celebration of the birth of the Strat in the 1950s, the Classic Vibe ‘50s Stratocaster creates incredible tone courtesy of a trio of Fender-Designed alnico single-coil pickups.
Player-friendly features include a slim, comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile with an easy-playing 9.5”-radius fingerboard and narrow-tall frets, as well as a vintage-style tremolo system for expressive string bending effects.
This throwback Squier model also features 1950s-inspired headstock markings, rich-looking nickel-plated hardware and a slick vintage-tint gloss neck finish for an old-school vibe.
The Classic Vibe ‘50s Stratocaster is offered in 2-Color Sunburst, Black, Fiesta Red and White Blonde.
Classic Vibe ‘60s Stratocaster - $349/£379
PRESS RELEASE: A tribute to the 1960s evolution of the Strat, the Classic Vibe ‘60s Stratocaster creates incredible tone courtesy of a trio of Fender-Designed alnico single-coil pickups.
Player-friendly features include a slim, comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile with an easy-playing 9.5”-radius fingerboard and narrow-tall frets, as well as a vintage-style tremolo system for expressive string bending effects.
This throwback Squier model also features 1960s-inspired headstock markings, rich-looking nickel-plated hardware and a slick vintage-tint gloss neck finish for an old-school vibe.
The Classic Vibe ‘60s Stratocaster is offered in 3-Color Sunburst, Candy Apple Red, and Lake Placid Blue. The Classic Vibe ‘60s Stratocaster Left-Handed is offered in 3-Color Sunburst.
Classic Vibe ‘50s Telecaster - $349/£379
PRESS RELEASE: A celebration of the birth of the Tele in the early 1950s, the Classic Vibe ‘50s Telecaster creates incredible tone courtesy of the Fender-Designed alnico single-coil pickups.
Player-friendly features include a slim, comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile with an easy-playing 9.5”-radius fingerboard and narrow-tall frets, as well as a vintage-style Telecaster bridge with barrel saddles and string-through-body design.
This throwback Squier model also features 1950s-inspired headstock markings, rich-looking nickel-plated hardware and a slick vintage-tint gloss neck finish for an old-school vibe.
The Classic Vibe ‘50s Telecaster is offered in Butterscotch Blonde and White Blonde. The Classic Vibe ‘50s Telecaster Left-Handed is offered in Butterscotch Blonde.
Classic Vibe ‘60s Custom Telecaster - $399/£379
PRESS RELEASE: A nod to the double-bound Tele models of the 1960s, the Classic Vibe ‘60s Custom Telecaster creates incredible tone courtesy of the Fender-Designed alnico single-coil pickups.
Player-friendly features include a slim, comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile with an easy-playing 9.5”-radius fingerboard and narrow-tall frets, as well as a vintage-style Telecaster bridge with barrel saddles and string-through-body design.
This throwback Squier model also features 1950s-inspired headstock markings, rich-looking nickel-plated hardware and a slick vintage-tint gloss neck finish for an old-school vibe.
The Classic Vibe ‘60s Custom Telecaster is offered in 3-Color Sunburst.
Classic Vibe ‘60s Telecaster Thinline - $399/£379
PRESS RELEASE: The Classic Vibe ‘60s Telecaster Thinline is a nod to the early semi-hollow Tele models from the 1960s, creating incredible tone courtesy of the Fender-Designed alnico single-coil pickups.
Player-friendly features include a slim, comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile with an easy-playing 9.5”-radius fingerboard and narrow-tall frets, as well as a vintage-style Telecaster bridge with a string-through-body design and individual steel saddles for precise adjustment.
This throwback Squier model also features 1960s-inspired headstock markings, rich- looking nickel-plated hardware and a slick vintage-tint gloss neck finish for an old-school vibe.
The Classic Vibe ‘60s Telecaster Thinline is offered in Natural.
Classic Vibe ‘50s Precision Bass - $349/£379
PRESS RELEASE: A celebration of the birth of the P Bass in the early 1950s, the Classic Vibe ‘50s Precision Bass produces massive tone courtesy of its Fender-Designed alnico split-coil pickup.
Player-friendly features include a slim, comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile with an easy-playing 9.5”-radius fingerboard and narrow-tall frets as well as a vintage-style bridge with threaded saddles.
This throwback Squier model also features 1950s-inspired headstock markings, rich-looking nickel-plated hardware and a slick vintage-tint gloss neck finish for an old- school vibe.
The Classic Vibe ‘50s Precison Bass is offered in 2-Color Sunburst and White Blonde.
Classic Vibe ‘70s Precision Bass - $349/£379
PRESS RELEASE: A tribute to the 1970s evolution of the P Bass, the Classic Vibe ‘70s Precision Bass embodies the aesthetics of the original and produces massive tone courtesy of its Fender-Designed alnico split-coil pickup.
Player-friendly features include a slim, comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile with an easy-playing 9.5”-radius fingerboard and narrow-tall frets as well as a vintage-style bridge with threaded saddles.
This throwback Squier model also features 1970s-inspired headstock markings, rich-looking nickel-plated hardware and a slick vintage-tint gloss neck finish for an old-school vibe.
The Classic Vibe ‘70s Precison Bass is offered in Walnut and Black.
Classic Vibe Jaguar Bass - $349/£379
PRESS RELEASE: The Classic Vibe Jaguar Bass turns up the volume on retro style, combining the iconic body shape of the Jaguar with the massive tone of its Fender-Designed alnico pickups.
Player-friendly features include a slim, comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile with an easy-playing 9.5”-radius fingerboard and narrow-tall frets as well as a vintage-style bridge with slotted barrel saddles.
This throwback Squier model also features 1970s-inspired headstock markings, rich-looking nickel-plated hardware and a slick vintage-tint gloss neck finish for an old- school vibe.
The Classic Vibe Jaguar Bass is offered in 3-Color Sunburst and Black.
Classic Vibe ‘60s Mustang Bass - $349/£359
PRESS RELEASE: While small in stature, the Classic Vibe ‘60s Mustang Bass packs a punch of incredible tone courtesy of the Fender-Designed alnico split-coil pickup.
Small hands will appreciate the short 30” scale length and slim, comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile with an easy-playing 9.5”-radius fingerboard and narrow-tall frets.
This throwback Squier model also features 1960s-inspired headstock markings, rich-looking nickel-plated hardware and a slick vintage-tint gloss neck finish for an old-school vibe.
The Classic Vibe ‘60s Mustang Bass is offered in Olympic White and Surf Green.
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