The Squier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster in Fiesta Red delivers classic early-Strat styling with a comfortable modern playing specification and a versatile trio of Fender-Designed Alnico single-coil pickups.

Its maple neck and maple fingerboard combine a comfortable C-shaped profile, 9.5" radius and 21 narrow-tall frets, while the traditional SSS pickup configuration covers everything from warm neck tones and crisp rhythm sounds to bright, cutting bridge pickup response.

This pre-owned example is presented in Very Good Condition, showing some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional. No case is included and the tremolo arm is missing.

At A Glance

Key Detail	Information
Brand	Squier
Series	Classic Vibe
Model	'50s Stratocaster
Finish	Fiesta Red
Fingerboard	Maple
Condition	Pre-Owned, Very Good Condition
Pickup Configuration	SSS
Pickups	Fender-Designed Alnico Single Coils
Bridge	Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo
Tremolo Arm	Missing
Included	Guitar Only – No Case
Main Appeal	Vintage-inspired Strat styling with modern playability
Best For	Blues, rock, indie, pop, funk, country and general-purpose playing

Condition Overview

Very Good Condition

This Squier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster is presented in Very Good Condition.

Under the Fair Deal Music grading system, Very Good Condition means the guitar shows some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional.

Important Condition Note

The tremolo arm is missing.

The tremolo bridge itself remains part of the guitar, but a replacement arm will be required if you wish to use the bridge for pitch-bending and vibrato effects.

What's Included?

✔ Squier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster Fiesta Red

✘ No Case Included
✘ Tremolo Arm Missing
✘ No Additional Accessories Included

Condition Notes

• Very Good overall condition
• Cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership
• Fiesta Red finish
• Maple fingerboard
• Tremolo arm missing
• No case included

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

This pre-owned Squier Stratocaster has been checked for general operation and playability.

Assessment includes:

• Neck pickup operation
• Middle pickup operation
• Bridge pickup operation
• 5-way pickup selector
• Master volume
• Tone controls
• Output jack
• Neck condition
• Maple fingerboard
• Frets
• Tuning machines
• Tremolo bridge
• Saddles
• General hardware
• General playability

The missing tremolo arm is clearly disclosed as an absent accessory rather than being included within the general condition grading.

Service / Setup Work

All pre-owned guitars at Fair Deal Music are checked for general setup and playability before leaving the shop.

Key areas assessed include:

• Action
• Neck relief
• Fret condition
• Intonation
• Tuning stability
• Pickup operation
• Electronics
• Tremolo bridge setup
• Hardware
• General playing feel

Minor setup movement can naturally occur during transport as wooden instruments respond to changes in temperature and humidity.

What Makes The Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster Special?

The Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster combines styling inspired by Fender's earliest Stratocasters with a specification that is considerably more accommodating for contemporary players. Details such as the tinted gloss maple neck, single-ply white pickguard and aged-white plastics provide the vintage visual character, while the 9.5" fingerboard radius and narrow-tall frets make string bending and general lead playing easier than on a strict 1950s reproduction.

The three Fender-Designed Alnico single coils are another important part of the Classic Vibe appeal, providing recognisable Stratocaster clarity, sparkle and dynamic response across five pickup combinations.

Key Features & Benefits

Fender-Designed Alnico Single-Coil Pickups

Three Fender-Designed Alnico pickups provide the familiar Stratocaster tonal range.

Neck Pickup

Warm, rounded and expressive, making it particularly effective for blues, cleaner lead sounds and smoother rhythm work.

Middle Pickup

Balanced and articulate, with a useful mix of treble definition and midrange body.

Bridge Pickup

Bright and direct, ideal for cutting rhythm parts, rock tones and lead sounds that need to sit clearly within a mix.

Five-Way Pickup Selector

The standard five-way switch provides:

1. Bridge pickup
2. Bridge + middle
3. Middle pickup
4. Middle + neck
5. Neck pickup

The second and fourth positions provide the distinctive hollow, percussive sounds strongly associated with Stratocasters.

C-Shaped Maple Neck

The maple neck uses a comfortable C-shaped profile, providing an approachable all-round feel for both chord playing and lead work.

9.5" Maple Fingerboard

The maple fingerboard uses a 9.5" radius, providing a useful balance between vintage Fender character and modern bending comfort.

21 Narrow-Tall Frets

Narrow-tall fretwire maintains a relatively vintage visual appearance while providing additional fret height for clean bending and vibrato.

Vintage-Style Tremolo

The guitar uses a 6-saddle vintage-style synchronized tremolo bridge.

The tremolo arm is currently missing, so a suitable replacement will be required to use the vibrato function normally.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster vs Squier Sonic Stratocaster

The Classic Vibe sits higher in the Squier range, adding Alnico pickups, vintage-inspired hardware, upgraded neck appointments and a more detailed period-style aesthetic.

Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster vs Fender Standard Stratocaster

The Fender Standard takes a more contemporary approach, while the Classic Vibe focuses more heavily on vintage-inspired styling and traditional Stratocaster character.

Classic Vibe '50s vs Classic Vibe '60s Stratocaster

The '50s version is defined visually by its maple fingerboard and early Fender-inspired styling, while '60s-style models typically lean towards the darker fingerboard aesthetic associated with that later era.

Who Is It For?

Blues players – The neck pickup provides classic expressive Strat tones.

Rock guitarists – Bridge and middle settings respond particularly well to overdrive and distortion.

Funk and soul players – Positions two and four provide the percussive, glassy response associated with clean Strat rhythm playing.

Indie and alternative musicians – The SSS platform works extremely well with fuzz, modulation, delay and reverb.

Developing guitarists – The Classic Vibe offers a substantial step up from entry-level instruments without moving immediately into Fender pricing.

Players wanting vintage looks with easier playability – The 9.5" radius provides a more forgiving feel than a strict vintage-spec 7.25" fingerboard.

Suitable Genres & Applications

Particularly well suited to:

• Blues
• Blues rock
• Classic rock
• Rock
• Indie
• Alternative
• Funk
• Soul
• Pop
• Country
• R&B
• Surf
• Home recording
• Rehearsals
• Live performance
• Pedal-based rigs

Why Choose A Stratocaster?

The Stratocaster remains one of the most versatile electric guitar designs ever produced.

Three pickups and a five-way selector provide a broad range of sounds without complicated controls, while the contoured body is comfortable both seated and standing.

Its 25.5" scale contributes to the clear attack and string definition closely associated with Fender-style instruments, making it equally effective for clean rhythm work, pedals and overdriven lead sounds.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Brand	Squier
Series	Classic Vibe
Model	'50s Stratocaster
Finish	Fiesta Red
Body Shape	Stratocaster
Body Finish	Gloss Polyurethane
Neck Material	Maple
Neck Construction	Bolt-On
Neck Profile	C Shape
Neck Finish	Tinted Gloss Urethane
Fingerboard Material	Maple
Fingerboard Radius	9.5" / 241mm
Scale Length	25.5" / 648mm
Number of Frets	21
Fret Size	Narrow Tall
Nut Material	Bone
Nut Width	1.650" / 42mm
Position Inlays	Black Dot
Pickup Configuration	SSS
Neck Pickup	Fender-Designed Alnico Single Coil
Middle Pickup	Fender-Designed Alnico Single Coil
Bridge Pickup	Fender-Designed Alnico Single Coil
Controls	Master Volume, 2 Tone
Switching	5-Way Blade
Bridge	6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo
Tuning Machines	Vintage-Style
Pickguard	1-Ply White
Hardware Finish	Nickel
Tremolo Arm	Missing
Included	No Case
Condition	Pre-Owned, Very Good Condition

Body Material Note

The Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster has been produced across different manufacturing periods, and body material has varied across production.

Without a serial number or manufacturing year for this individual guitar, no unsupported claim is made regarding its exact body wood.

Power Requirements

No battery or external power supply is required.

The Fender-Designed Alnico single-coil pickups and traditional Stratocaster electronics are completely passive.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 4.5/5

The Squier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster in Fiesta Red remains one of the strongest choices for players looking for traditional Stratocaster character at an accessible price.

Its maple fingerboard, 9.5" radius, narrow-tall frets and Fender-Designed Alnico pickups provide a convincing mixture of vintage appearance and practical modern playability.

This example is presented in Very Good Condition. The tremolo arm is missing and no case is included, but neither point prevents the guitar from being played normally as a fixed-position Stratocaster bridge setup.

For blues, rock, indie, funk or general-purpose electric guitar work, it remains an extremely versatile instrument.

Why Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?

Buying pre-owned can provide excellent value while giving players access to better-equipped instruments at a lower cost than buying new.

Every pre-owned guitar at Fair Deal Music is individually assessed, with missing accessories and significant condition details clearly disclosed.

On this guitar, the missing tremolo arm and absence of a case are stated clearly before purchase.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

Fair Deal Music is Birmingham's largest independent music store, combining a major showroom with nationwide ecommerce and decades of experience buying, selling and part-exchanging new and pre-owned musical equipment.

When you buy from us, you benefit from:

• Family-run independent retailer established in 1987
• Birmingham's largest independent music store
• 6,000+ Trustpilot reviews
• Expert musician-led advice
• Extensive experience with Fender, Squier and pre-owned guitars
• Pre-owned instruments individually assessed
• Clear condition grading
• Missing accessories clearly disclosed
• Secure ordering
• Fast UK delivery
• Large Birmingham showroom
• Friendly support before and after purchase

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Contact our team for a no-obligation valuation and find out what your current gear could be worth towards this Squier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster.

Frequently Asked Questions

What condition is this guitar in?

It is presented in Very Good Condition, meaning it shows some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional.

What finish is it?

It is finished in Fiesta Red.

Does it have a maple fingerboard?

Yes. This Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster uses a maple fingerboard with black dot inlays.

What pickups does it use?

It has three Fender-Designed Alnico single-coil Stratocaster pickups.

What is the neck profile?

It uses a comfortable C-shaped maple neck.

What is the fingerboard radius?

The fingerboard has a 9.5" radius.

How many frets does it have?

It has 21 narrow-tall frets.

What scale length does it use?

It uses Fender's traditional 25.5" scale length.

Does it have a tremolo bridge?

Yes. It has a 6-saddle vintage-style synchronized tremolo bridge.

Is the tremolo arm included?

No. The tremolo arm is missing.

Can the guitar still be played without the tremolo arm?

Yes. The guitar can be played normally without the arm; you simply cannot operate the vibrato system using the arm until a suitable replacement is fitted.

Can a replacement tremolo arm be fitted?

Yes. A compatible replacement can normally be sourced, although the correct thread and fit should be checked before purchase.

Does it have a five-way selector?

Yes. The five-way switch gives access to all three pickups individually plus the two characteristic combined-pickup settings.

Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes. Its comfortable neck, straightforward controls and versatile pickup system make it suitable for developing players while offering enough quality for more experienced musicians.

Is it suitable for gigging?

Yes. The Classic Vibe range is fully capable of rehearsal and live use when correctly set up.

Does it require a battery?

No. The electronics are passive.

Does it come with a case?

No. No case or gigbag is included.

Can I request a video demo?

Yes. Our Request a Video Demo service is ideal if you would like to see the Fiesta Red finish and individual cosmetic condition before purchasing.

Can I part-exchange another guitar against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers trade-ins and part exchanges across a wide range of guitars and other musical equipment.