Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS, Black

Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS, Black Overview

The Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS is a fantastic choice for beginners and new players seeking an affordable, high-quality electric guitar with classic Fender style. With its versatile HSS pickup configuration, comfortable design, and essential features, this guitar offers a remarkable playing experience for musicians of all levels.

Classic Fender Style

Discover the exceptional Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS, an ideal choice for beginner guitarists and new players looking for an affordable entry point to owning a classic Fender electric guitar. Part of the Squier Sonic series, this instrument offers the perfect blend of style, playability and sonic versatility to inspire players at any stage of their musical journey.

Crafted for Comfort and Playability

The Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS features a thin and lightweight body, making it a comfortable choice for extended playing sessions. The slim and inviting “C”-shaped neck profile ensures a comfortable playing experience that guitarists of all skill levels can appreciate, while the maple neck with satin urethane back finish offers a smooth, played-in feel. The satin finish ensures your fretting hand doesn’t stick to the neck during intense playing sessions.

Stunning Versatility

The Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS showcases the benefits of an HSS pickup configuration, blending the powerful, high-output tone of a humbucking bridge pickup with the crisp, bell-like clarity of single-coil neck and middle pickups.

This versatile combination allows players to access a wide spectrum of sounds. The HSS configuration offers the best of both worlds, providing the warmth and depth of humbuckers while retaining the brightness and precision of single coils, making it an excellent choice for guitarists seeking versatility in their instrument.

Expressive Tremolo Bridge

The Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS comes equipped with a 6-saddle tremolo bridge, allowing players to explore expressive vibrato effects and add a unique touch to their sound. This feature enables smooth pitch modulation, granting guitarists the opportunity to add colour to their notes and chords.

Quality Hardware

The Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS features 21 Narrow Tall frets, providing easy chording and expressive string bends. The synthetic bone nut enhances sustain and string stability, ensuring your guitar stays in tune throughout your performance. Moreover, saddle height and truss rod wrenches are included, allowing you to make adjustments and maintain your instrument with ease.

Featuring sealed-gear tuning machines, the Squier Sonic Stratocaster HSS ensures smooth, accurate tuning for a reliable playing experience. The durable chrome-plated hardware not only looks stunning but also provides long-lasting performance, making this instrument a dependable choice for players at any stage.

Finish Options

Squier presents the Sonic Stratocaster HSS in two sleek finishes - Black and Tahitian Coral.

SSS versions of the Sonic Stratocaster feature a trio of single coils for that quintessential Strat look and sound. Hardtail versions are also available, substituting the tremolo bridge for a simpler hardtail bridge that’s easier to maintain and delivers rock-solid tuning stability.