{"product_id":"squier-classic-vibe-50s-stratocaster-fiesta-red","title":"Squier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster Electric Guitar, Maple Fingerboard, Fiesta Red","description":"\u003ch2\u003eQuick Product Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSquier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster in Fiesta Red\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together unmistakable 1950s-inspired Strat styling, traditional three-single-coil versatility and a comfortable modern playing feel. With its maple fingerboard, vintage-tinted gloss neck and classic Fiesta Red finish, it captures the visual character of an early Strat while remaining approachable for today's players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree \u003cstrong\u003eFender-Designed alnico single-coil pickups\u003c\/strong\u003e deliver the clear neck tones, scooped in-between sounds and articulate bridge bite that have made the Stratocaster one of the most versatile electric guitar designs ever produced. A 9.5\" fingerboard radius, narrow-tall frets and comfortable C-shaped maple neck make the Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster equally suitable for developing players and experienced guitarists looking for a traditional-style Strat without stepping straight into Fender pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/j8lBH0Mr3QM?si=D_OndV5VF7oSPv7s\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt A Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSquier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClassic Vibe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClassic Vibe '50s Stratocaster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0374005540\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiesta Red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePickups\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 x Fender-Designed Alnico Single-Coil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25.5\" \/ 648 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBridge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClassic 1950s Strat styling with versatile SSS tones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlues, pop, indie, classic rock, funk, country and general-purpose electric guitar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster Electric Guitar – Fiesta Red\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaple fingerboard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✘ Case or gig bag not included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFair Deal Quality Control Assessment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery guitar supplied by Fair Deal Music is carefully checked before leaving us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an electric guitar such as the Squier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster, our checks focus on general playability, tuning and hardware operation, pickup and control function, output signal and the overall condition of the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any guitar, small setup changes can occur after transport because wood naturally responds to changes in temperature and humidity. If you need advice on setup, string choice or getting the best from your new Stratocaster, our team is happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Choose The Squier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGenuine Classic Strat Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three-single-coil configuration gives you the familiar range of Stratocaster sounds through a five-position selector. From rounded neck-pickup cleans to bright bridge tones and the distinctive hollow character of positions two and four, it is a versatile platform for a huge range of playing styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFender-Designed Alnico Pickups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than the ceramic pickups found on more affordable Squier models such as the Affinity Stratocaster, the Classic Vibe '50s uses \u003cstrong\u003eFender-Designed alnico single coils\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are aimed at players looking for a more traditional Strat-style response with clarity, definition and the dynamic feel associated with classic single-coil designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComfortable C-Shaped Maple Neck\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe maple neck uses a comfortable C profile with a \u003cstrong\u003e9.5\" fingerboard radius and 21 narrow-tall frets\u003c\/strong\u003e. It combines vintage-inspired appearance with dimensions that remain comfortable for chord work, blues phrasing, lead playing and everyday practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage-Inspired Hardware Without Going Fully Vintage-Spec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA six-saddle vintage-style synchronized tremolo provides classic Strat vibrato effects, while vintage-style tuners, nickel-plated hardware and the tinted gloss neck reinforce the 1950s aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFiesta Red And Maple: An Iconic Combination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiesta Red is closely associated with the visual history of the Stratocaster, and pairing it with a maple fingerboard gives this Classic Vibe model an unmistakably old-school appearance. If the traditional look is a major part of why you want a Strat, this is one of the most convincing combinations in the Squier range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSquier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster vs Popular Alternatives\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSquier Affinity Series Stratocaster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAffinity Stratocaster\u003c\/strong\u003e is the more budget-focused option, with a lightweight poplar body, ceramic single-coil pickups and a two-point tremolo. It is an excellent entry point, but the Classic Vibe '50s is the stronger choice for players specifically seeking alnico pickups, vintage-inspired detailing and a more traditional overall specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSquier Classic Vibe '60s Stratocaster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eClassic Vibe '60s Stratocaster\u003c\/strong\u003e sits at a similar level but offers a different period flavour, most notably through its Indian laurel fingerboard and 1960s-inspired cosmetics. Choose the '50s model if you prefer the look and feel of a maple fingerboard and the cleaner early-Strat aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSquier Classic Vibe '70s Stratocaster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eClassic Vibe '70s Stratocaster\u003c\/strong\u003e moves the visual inspiration forward with 1970s-style details, including the characteristic large-headstock appearance. Both offer Fender-Designed alnico single coils, so the decision is largely about which Strat era and aesthetic appeal most to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFender Player II Stratocaster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoving up to the \u003cstrong\u003eFender Player II Stratocaster\u003c\/strong\u003e brings features such as 22 medium-jumbo frets, Player Series Alnico V pickups, rolled fingerboard edges and a two-point synchronized tremolo. It is the logical step up for somebody wanting a Fender-branded instrument with more contemporary refinements, while the Squier Classic Vibe remains an excellent option when value and vintage-inspired character are the priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWho Is The Squier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster For?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guitar is particularly well suited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers who want their first serious Strat-style electric guitar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitarists moving up from a Squier Sonic, Affinity or similar beginner instrument\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFender fans wanting classic styling at a more accessible price point\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers who prefer maple fingerboards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHome recording musicians who need versatile clean and driven tones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGigging players looking for a capable second guitar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced players wanting an affordable traditional SSS Strat platform\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also a strong choice for someone who has always wanted the visual appeal of a 1950s-style Stratocaster without moving into substantially more expensive Fender vintage-inspired ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Genres And Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe traditional SSS pickup configuration works particularly well for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlues\u003c\/strong\u003e – expressive neck-pickup tones and responsive dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Rock\u003c\/strong\u003e – articulate crunch sounds and familiar Strat bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndie \u0026amp; Alternative\u003c\/strong\u003e – bright clean tones, modulation-friendly textures and cutting rhythm sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunk \u0026amp; Soul\u003c\/strong\u003e – positions two and four provide the crisp, percussive character associated with classic Strat rhythm work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePop\u003c\/strong\u003e – excellent clean definition for layered guitar arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry\u003c\/strong\u003e – the bridge and bridge\/middle settings can provide plenty of snap and articulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHome Recording\u003c\/strong\u003e – five pickup positions give you several clearly different sounds without changing guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor very high-gain metal or players who specifically want a thicker bridge sound, an HSS Stratocaster with a bridge humbucker may be the better option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat Makes A '50s-Style Stratocaster Different?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA '50s-inspired Stratocaster is primarily about capturing the look and feel associated with the guitar's earliest years. The Classic Vibe '50s combines a maple fingerboard, vintage-inspired headstock markings, aged-white plastics, nickel hardware and a tinted neck finish with the familiar double-cutaway Strat body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquier has sensibly avoided making the guitar excessively demanding to play in pursuit of historical accuracy. The \u003cstrong\u003e9.5\" fingerboard radius and narrow-tall frets\u003c\/strong\u003e give it a more accommodating everyday feel while maintaining the character players expect from a traditional Strat-style instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for advice on choosing the right Stratocaster, practice amp, effects pedals or complete electric guitar setup? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in our Birmingham store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eStory \u0026amp; Context\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original Fender Stratocaster made its debut in \u003cstrong\u003e1954\u003c\/strong\u003e, introducing a combination of three pickups, a contoured double-cutaway body and an innovative vibrato system. Its basic formula proved so successful that it remains immediately recognisable more than seven decades later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiesta Red also has a genuine connection with the Stratocaster's formative years. The colour emerged as one of Fender's early custom finishes during the late 1950s and became particularly significant to British guitar culture through the striking red Stratocasters seen during the formative years of UK electric guitar music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Squier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster does not attempt to be a museum-specification 1950s reissue. 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cable\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFair Deal Music Verdict\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e★★★★★ 5\/5\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Squier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster is one of the strongest options for players who want \u003cstrong\u003etraditional Stratocaster styling and alnico single-coil character without moving immediately into Fender pricing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe maple fingerboard, Fiesta Red finish and vintage-inspired hardware give it plenty of visual appeal, while the 9.5\" radius and narrow-tall frets make the specification practical for modern everyday playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Players wanting a traditional SSS Strat with strong vintage-inspired styling and excellent versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers usually upgrade from:\u003c\/strong\u003e Squier Sonic, Affinity and other entry-level Strat-style 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Strat-style single coils work especially well with overdrive, fuzz, compression, chorus, phaser, delay and reverb, making this a very flexible platform for building a pedalboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the tremolo be set up differently?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A Strat-style synchronized tremolo can be adjusted according to player preference, including setups that allow movement in both directions or configurations with reduced upward movement. Tremolo setup can also affect overall feel and tuning behaviour, so correct adjustment is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good guitar for home recording?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The five pickup selections provide several noticeably different tonal colours, making it easy to create contrasting rhythm, lead and clean layers without changing guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWould this work well as a second or backup guitar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery well. 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