The first instruments to bear the Squier name were introduced in
1982, answering the call for genuine Fender® designs at
accessible prices. The Squier 40th Anniversary collection
celebrates the 40-year journey of Fender’s entry-level brand with
special editions of the Telecaster®, Stratocaster®, Jazzmaster®,
Precision Bass®, and Jazz Bass®, all available in Gold Edition
and Vintage Edition variants. The Squier® 40th Anniversary
Stratocaster®, Gold Edition is a stylish model adorned with an
eye-catching collection of upscale features for the discerning
Squier fanatic. Featuring striking gold-plated hardware, a gold
anodized aluminum pickguard, a bound Indian laurel fingerboard
with pearloid block inlays, an engraved anniversary neck plate
and gloss finish throughout, this Strat® is poised and ready for
the spotlight. Player-friendly refinements of this commemorative
model include a slim and comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile for
an easy playing feel, vintage-style tuning machines and 6-saddle
synchronized tremolo bridge for authentic performance and style,
and Fender-Designed single-coil pickups with alnico 5 magnets for
familiar Strat tone.
- Gold-plated hardware
- Gold anodized aluminum pickguard
- Gloss body and neck finish
- Vintage-style 6-saddle synchronized tremolo bridge
- Vintage-style tuning machines