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Latest Squier News, Reviews & Buying Guides
Squier makes a guitar for every budget. From entry-level $150 Stratocasters and Telecasters to more premium, expensive intermediate models like its Classic Vibe series. If you wanna know more about Squier guitars, you’re in the right place
Latest Squier News & Guides
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Are Squier Guitars Good? A Guide To Cheap Fender Guitars
TL;DR – Should You Buy a Squier Guitar? Yes, if you’re a beginner, on a budget, or just getting into guitar. Here’s why: ✅ Why Squier Guitars Are Worth It: ⚠️ What to Keep in Mind: 🧠 Final Take: If you’re new to guitar or buying for someone just starting out, a Squier is a…
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Squier Contemporary Telecaster Review: The Metal Monster
The Squier Contemporary Telecaster is another great addition to the Contemporary Series made to shred. Here’s my full review of this exceptionally well priced budget shredder Pros Modern features and design not typically offered by Fender outside the Jim Root models. Fender Modern style bridge for easy intonation and string height adjustments. Durable construction with…
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More and More Pros Are Switching To Squier Guitars – Here’s Why…
Is a Squier guitar worth buying? Plenty of professional and well known guitarists happily use them. Maybe you should too… What do you think of when you think of Squier? Cheapo Fender guitars, right? Obviously. But we’ve spotted a trend over the past couple of years: more and more professional and advanced players are now…
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Squier Classic Vibe Baritone Telecaster Custom Review: Let’s Get Crazy LOW!
The Squier Classic Vibe Baritone telecaster has arrived, and it is pretty amazing for the budget price. Today we go over what a baritone guitar can do, as well as the features on this beast! Squier Classic Vibe Baritone Telecaster Custom: Another Hit! The Squier Classic Vibe lineup has been a hit pretty much from…
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Fender Releases The New $199 Squier Sonic Series: The New Bullet?
The Squier Sonic Series has been unveiled, basically replacing the older Bullet Series. So what has been changed? And what models are there to choose from? Today we do an in-depth look! The Squier Sonic Series: Some Healthy Competition? You know what really drives creativity and innovation sometimes? A dose of healthy competition does, usually.…
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New Squier 40th Anniversary Guitars: PRO Guitars On A Budget?
The Squier 40th Anniversary guitars celebrates four decades of affordable Fender models by releasing some very special instruments. Are these new guitars pro quality on a budget? Today we take a look at the models, and go over the new features. Squier 40th Anniversary Guitars: Has It Been That Long? We have seen Fender do…
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Squier Bullet Stratocaster Reviews: Is It Worth Buying?
The Squier Bullet Stratocaster is an extremely affordable guitar that is ideal for beginners. But is the Squier Bullet Stratocaster worth buying in 2021? Let’s find out… The Squier Bullet Stratocaster is not an expensive guitar. You can pick one up for around $140 in most places. Based on Fender’s iconic Stratocaster, the Squier Bullet…
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Mike Rutherford Uses A $200 Squier Strat – Here’s Why
Mike Rutherford was one of the founding members of Genesis. He later played in Mike and The Mechanics. He’s worth millions. But Mike Rutherford uses a $200 Squier Strat. Here’s why… If you were in a band with Phil Collins in the 1970s and 1980s and sold gazillions of records, chances are you’d have a…
The Best Squier Guitars To Buy Right Now
There’s a million and one guitars out there and the best one is the one you like playing, that keeps you coming back. That can be a $2000+ guitar or a $200 one. These are the Squier guitars we like, trust, and recommend right now.
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Squier Classic Vibe Baritone Custom Telecaster
Our go-to option and quite frankly, one of the best value-for-money guitars on the market right now is the Squier Classic Vibe Baritone Custom Telecaster. Yes, it’s NOT a Fender but this guitar is beloved by all who come across it. I’ve seen it used in studios in LA and Atlanta on big records with bands you will know.Best For: Blues, rock, country, alt
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Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS Maple Fingerboard
The Squier Sonic Strat HSS is a classic case of “more than the sum of its parts.” It’s not flashy, but it’s reliable, playable, and easy to enjoy right away. Whether you’re picking it up for your first lessons, your fifth modding project, or your backup beater for open mics, this Strat holds its own. I didn’t want to stop noodling on it and that’s always a good sign. Another ripper from Squier!Best For: Rock, Metal, Prog, Alt, Ambient
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Squier Classic Vibe ’60s Jazzmaster
The Squier Classic Vibe ’60s Jazzmaster brings Fender’s classic offset style to players on a budget. With its distinctive tones, period-correct looks, and the iconic rhythm/lead circuit, this Jazzmaster nails the retro vibe without cutting corners on playability. Whether you’re deep into shoegaze or just want a surfy sidekick, this guitar punches well above its price.Best For: Indie rock, surf, shoegaze, alt
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Squier Classic Vibe ’60s Custom Telecaster SH
The Squier Classic Vibe ’60s Custom Telecaster SH takes the classic Telecaster blueprint and flips it with a humbucker in the neck which means more warmth, more punch, and a lot more tonal variety. It nails the vintage look with a bound body, matching headstock, and retro-inspired finishes, but it’s also a bit of a sleeper when it comes to performance. This is a limited-run model, so if you like the vibe, don’t wait around.Best For: Indie, punk, country, rock
Latest Squier Buying Guides & Advice
If you’re looking to buy a Squier guitar and you don’t know where to start, check out the guides below. They’re designed for beginners and first timers, so they should help.
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Squier Guitars Buying Guide: Everything You Need To Know
Squier guitars go from super-cheap all the way up to $500. Buying your first one can be confusing. Here’s everything you need to know before you pull the trigger on one…
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Best 7 String & Baritone Electric Guitars
For those of you that want to chug and djent, an extended range guitar or (better yet) a baritone electric guitar is just what the doctor ordered. Here’s all the best options from the last 12 months
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