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The Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS limited-edition electric guitar is ready to launch your musical journey into the stratosphere. This Strat features a slim, inviting neck and lightweight poplar body for hours of playing comfort. The HSS pickup configuration provides a wealth of tone, from the ceramic humbucking bridge pickup's substantial output to the single-coil neck and middle pickups' crystalline clarity. A tremolo bridge invites expressive vibrato effects, while sealed tuning machines keep tuning stable through intense playing sessions. Durable chrome-plated hardware rounds out the package, catching the spotlight at every angle. The Sonic Stratocaster HSS is an affordable and versatile instrument for players at any level seeking authentic Fender tone and style.

Versatile Tonal Palette

The Sonic Stratocaster HSS's pickup configuration covers the tonal spectrum. The ceramic humbucking bridge pickup delivers high output and fullness, ideal for rock and blues. The single-coil neck and middle pickups provide the chime and clarity that Stratocasters are known for, perfect for genres like country, funk and jazz. This mix of pickups lets you shape your tone to match the music, proving an invaluable tool whether practicing, performing or recording.

Express Yourself With the Tremolo Bridge

No Stratocaster is complete without a tremolo bridge and the Sonic Strat HSS delivers. Its six-saddle bridge invites you to bend notes, add subtle shimmer or dramatic dive bombs. Experiment with different techniques to make your mark on familiar songs or craft a signature sound of your own. The tremolo bridge opens up a world of sonic possibilities, limited only by your imagination.

Rock-Solid Construction

The Sonic Stratocaster HSS is built to handle the demands of dedicated practice and performance. Its poplar body and bolt-on maple neck provide a solid foundation for the HSS pickup configuration and tremolo bridge. Sealed tuning machines keep the guitar in tune through hours of intense playing, eliminating a common frustration for beginners and pros alike. Durable chrome-plated hardware gives the Sonic Strat a classic look while standing up to heavy use. Overall, the Sonic Stratocaster HSS offers premium design and construction at an affordable price.

Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS Limited-Edition Electric Guitar 2-Color Sunburst
Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS Limited-Edition Electric Guitar 2-Color Sunburst
Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS Limited-Edition Electric Guitar 2-Color Sunburst

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  • Poplar body with a gloss polyurethane finish
  • Bolt-on maple neck in a C-shaped profile
  • Maple fingerboard with 21 narrow-tall frets and black dot inlays
  • Squier ceramic humbucker at the bridge and ceramic single-coils at the middle and neck
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Body
  • Body type: Double cutaway
  • Body wood: Poplar
  • Body finish: Gloss polyurethane
Neck
  • Neck shape: C
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 25.5"
  • Truss rod: Single-action
  • Neck finish: Satin urethane
Fingerboard
  • Material: Maple
  • Fret size: Narrow-tall
  • Number of frets: 21
  • Inlays: Black dots
  • Nut width/material: 1.65" (42 mm) synthetic bone
Electronics
  • Configuration: HSS
  • Neck: Proprietary ceramic single-coil
  • Middle: Proprietary ceramic single-coil
  • Bridge: Proprietary ceramic humbucker
  • Control layout: Master volume, Tone 1 (neck/middle pickups), Tone 2 (bridge pickup)
  • Pickup switch: 5-way
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Tremolo/Vibrato
  • Bridge design: 6-saddle vintage-style synchronized tremolo with block saddles
  • Tuning machines: Die-cast sealed
  • Color: Chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 6 string
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Orientation: Right-handed

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4.59

27 Reviews

89%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Found my beginner guitar
STRATOCASTER WITH BLUES AND ROCK IN MIND
Nice guitar for the money
Nice guitar for the money
Best beginner Guitar I've ever tried out

Most Liked Positive Review

5

I don't always leave a review but...

I recently returned to playing guitar after having my lrft arm injured in 2019. Last June I bought a bunch of guitars ranging from this price (when it was on sale) to 1k from different brands. I kept many of them and returned a few but I did realize that I'm a strat guy. My first guitar was a squier (obey) in 2008. This guitar has blown me away. I love how it plays. It's affordable but you're getting more than what you pay for. Quality control is amazing too except for the one that I picked up on display from my local gc which had a Crack on its back which I did not notice. It was prolly a return. Upon unboxing the new shipped unit, nothing much had to be adjusted. No sharp frets, no scratches. The guitar is flawless. I only adjusted the truss rod a little. Action is ay 4/64 for all strings which I prefer. Intonation and pickup height is spot on. Nut height is good. I also did float the tremolo and it does stay in tune most of the time. I will look for locking tuners in the future still though. If I were to nitpick however, I am not a fan of unfinished maple. I like em satin or glossy. It doesn't bother me that much though as I love playing this thing while keeping 4 of my player and player plus in their cases. After this, I opened my heart for all the other squier models which have surprised me too especially their classic vibes.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

I would buy again but heavily modify.

Playability The guitar is alright for a beginner guitar but the guitar had a terrible buzzing from day 1. The guitar still buzzes but with hours of adjustment, it's playable now. Quality The quality is horrible. It had buzzing as I've mentioned, but the strap button also was loose by day 3. after about 3 days after it became loose and had been tightened, it fell out. The button would not go in no matter how much I tightened it, and I lost it anyway. Now I have to buy a set of strap buttons and find a way for the top one that fell out to properly fit in the hole.

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Best Uses
  1. Practicing23
  2. Jamming12
  3. Recording7
  4. School Bands7
  5. Small Venues7
Cons
  1. Fret Buzz5
  2. Craftsmanship4
  3. Poor Pick Up1
  4. Sounds great!1
Describe Yourself
  1. Novice14
  2. Experienced9
  3. Professional Musician3
  4. Child1
Pros
  1. Good Feel21
  2. Fun To Play19
  3. Good Tone14
  4. Good Pick Up13
  5. Solid Electronics11

Reviewed by 27 customers

  • Best budget guitar

    4

    submitted8 days ago

    byParker

    fromKansas City, Missouri

    Such a beautiful guitar, and also it plays extremely well . There is some fret buzz to start off with but with a good set up it can play well. I feel like this is an amazing guitar for a beginner, strings are easy to push down, single coils and a humbucker. Easy to take apart to learn how guitars work and it stays in tune quite well.

  • My first Squire Strato

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 months ago

    byCarlos

    fromSugarland TX

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I was afraid of having trouble playing this guitar and about it's quality. But I found it very easy to play, sounds great, and it's perfect for beginners

  • Found my beginner guitar

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 months ago

    byLevi

    fromPittsburgh, PA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Decided to start off with learning the strat, and Guitar Center had a great price during Guitar-A-Thon. Overall, it's good for the price but there a few things I noticed that need improvement (a good setup should fix everything). Overall, happy with my beginner guitar. #sweepstakes

  • Been waiting on this beauty!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted6 months ago

    byDavid

    fromYork, Pa.

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I've been editing in this special edition to come around. A white pick guard did not die this justice. The black pick guard with the color combo makes this thing a beauty.

  • Not great

    3

    submitted7 months ago

    byJames

    fromTempe AZ

    I bought this guitar a couple of months ago. For the price i guess it's ok. Strings buzz even after adjusting. Every time i pick it up it is out of tune. I intonated it and some frets are way off. Fret bulge and sharp frets are bad. I will probably sell this one and get a mexican strat.

  • I would buy again.

    5

    submitted8 months ago

    byJaime

    fromParamount california

    Great for beginners and Intermediate guitarists. Amazing overall

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted6 months ago

    asked byAnt

    fromMiami

    What gauge strings does it come with?

    What gauge strings does it come with?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)

  • submitted8 months ago

    asked byMack

    fromMadisonville,Tn

    Does this come with the the cord?

    Does this come with the the cord?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, it doesn't.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byBen

    fromWorcester Ma.

    Couple weeks ago I ordered Squier sonic Stratocaster Hss Limited edition electric guitar .I take look the guitar notice there's no black strap on back of the neck.I wonder what happened Please

    Couple weeks ago I ordered Squier sonic Stratocaster Hss Limited edition electric guitar .I take look the guitar notice there's no black strap on back of the neck.I wonder what happened Please

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    I’m sorry, I don’t know. I've never heard of a Fender without a skunk stripe.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byHeavy metal pyro

    fromEugene Oregon

    Is it made for metal?

    Is it made for metal?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, very good.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byTasha

    fromSan Francisco California

    Does this bass run on battery

    Does this bass run on battery

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, it's passive.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked bymichael

    fromphoenix,az

    what is the fretboard radius?

    what is the fretboard radius?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Squier Sonic Stratocaster has a 9.5" radius.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byWill

    fromundisclosed

    Are the frets sharp at the end or have they been sanded down?

    Are the frets sharp at the end or have they been sanded down?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, they're not.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byDave

    fromTulsa Oklahoma

    Does the humbucker split

    Does the humbucker split

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, it doesn't.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byliv has no idea what she's doing

    fromGreenville, Sc

    What type of cord does it take?

    What type of cord does it take?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Livewire Advantage Instrument Cable .

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byLee

    fromIndependence, LA

    Is this a full-size model?

    Is this a full-size model?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, the Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS is full size.
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