Squier have just dropped new Classic Vibe models across guitars and basses—each bringing fresh colours and unexpected hardware combinations that honor the Fender heritage while pushing into modern territory
Electric Guitars
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'50s Stratocaster Hardtail in Shell Pink and Surf Green—a playful, retro vibe with a fixed bridge.
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'70s Stratocaster HSS Hardtail in Mocha and Olympic White—HSS pickup layout for extra tonal versatility, fixed bridge for enhanced tuning stability and sustain
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'60s Jazzmaster in colors like Tahitian Coral, Olympic White, Sonic Blue, and 3-Color Sunburst—a striking offset with on-trend shades.
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Duo-Sonic HS (short-scale offset) with humbucker bridge, available in Desert Sand and Lake Placid Blue—compact and punchy.
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Custom Telecaster SH with Bigsby in Aztec Gold and Lake Placid Blue—hum/single coil blend with a Bigsby tremolo for classic swag.
Bass Models
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Telecaster Bass in Vintage White and Mocha—classic tone, simple layout.
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'60s Jazz Bass in Tahitian Coral and Ocean Turquoise—playful finishes, traditional passive setup
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Active '70s Jazz Bass in four- and five-string versions, finishes like Sienna Sunburst, Ocean Turquoise, and Mocha, equipped with HiMass bridges and active EQ
Features & Specs—Vintage Soul, Modern Flair
Every model in the 2025 Classic Vibe drop includes:
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Fender-designed Alnico pickups, delivering authentic vintage tone
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Vintage-tint gloss neck finish with deep yellowed patina
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Nickel-plated hardware and 9.5" radius fingerboards with narrow-tall frets
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Slim C-shaped necks and bone nuts for comfort and vintage look
The basses add HiMass bridges and active preamps in some models—clearly aiming at players who want classic aesthetics with modern punch.
Why This Release Matters
A Colorful Statement
These finishes—including pastel pinks, bold coral, and retro sunburst—are eye-catching and give the Classic Vibe lineup new visual life
Bold Features
Hardtail Strats are a standout—eschewing vintage tremolos for sustain and tuning stability. The addition of Bigsby-equipped Tele SHs breaks new ground for Squie
Side-by-Side Innovation
Expanding the lineup reinforces Squier’s commitment to both nostalgia and diversity—no longer just entry-level but creatively inclusive.
Squier’s 2025 Classic Vibe rollout merges iconic heritage with bold design decisions—hardtail Strats, offset jazzers in pastel tones, basses with active electronics—all while keeping prices accessible
Check them out here: New Classic Vibe Additions
