The Squier® Contemporary Stratocaster® Special brings modern features and bold aesthetics to an iconic Fender platform to satisfy today’s most discerning and daring players. At the heart of this guitar is a set of Squier SQR™ alnico single-coil pickups positioned in a “special” configuration with the middle pickup near the bridge pickup for a unique variety of dynamically responsive settings. The roasted maple neck was chosen for its optimal tone and stability, and a sculpted heel design allows for improved access all the way to the 22nd fret. High-performance components round out the feature list and include a 2-point tremolo bridge for superior feel during bends, and a set of sealed-gear tuning machines with split shafts for smooth tuning action and easy restringing. Eye-catching styling cues include stealthy black hardware and a sleek painted headstock with chrome logos for a premium look.
FEATURES
- Squier SQR™ alnico single-coil pickups
- Modern 2-point tremolo bridge with block saddles
- Roasted maple neck
- Sculpted neck heel
- Painted headstock with chrome logos
SQUIER® SQR™ ALNICO SINGLE-COIL PICKUPS
These Squier single-coil pickups produce crisp, articulate tone for a wide variety of styles.
ROASTED MAPLE NECK
With an articulate tone, optimal stability and a deep, rich color, roasted maple is a premium neck material.
SEALED DIE-CAST TUNING MACHINES WITH SPLIT SHAFTS
Sealed die-cast tuning machines have a smooth action for accurate tuning, and the split shafts make changing strings a breeze.
MODERN 2-POINT TREMOLO BRIDGE
This Stratocaster features a two-point tremolo bridge for smooth, superior tremolo action.
SCULPTED NECK HEEL
This guitar is designed with a sculpted neck heel for improved access to the upper frets.
12“ FINGERBOARD RADIUS
This fingerboard radius allows for low action and is especially well-suited to bending notes and soloing.
BODY
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Body MaterialPoplar
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Body ShapeStratocaster®
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Body FinishGloss Polyurethane
NECK
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Neck MaterialRoasted Maple
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Neck FinishSatin Urethane with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face
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Neck Shape"C" Shape
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Scale Length25.5" (648 mm)
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Fingerboard MaterialRoasted Maple
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Fingerboard Radius12" (305 mm)
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Number of Frets22
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Fret SizeJumbo
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Nut MaterialGraphite
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Nut Width1.650" (42 mm)
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Position InlaysBlack Dot
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Truss RodHead Adjust
ELECTRONICS
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Bridge PickupSquier® SQR™ Alnico Single-Coil
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Middle PickupSquier® SQR™ Alnico Single-Coil
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Neck PickupSquier® SQR™ Alnico Single-Coil
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ControlsMaster Volume, Master Tone
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Switching5-Position Blade, Special Switching: Position 1. Bridge and Middle (Series, Hum-Cancelling), 2. Middle, 3. Middle and Neck (Parallel), 4. Bridge, Middle and Neck, 5. Neck
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ConfigurationSSS
HARDWARE
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Bridge2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Block Saddles
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Hardware FinishBlack
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Tuning MachinesSealed Die-Cast with Split Shafts
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Pickguard3-Ply Black
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Control KnobsWhite Plastic
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Switch TipWhite
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Neck Plate4-Bolt Squier® Asymmetrical
