Squier CV 70s Strat HSS MN BLK
Technical profile of the Squier
- Classic Vibe series
- Poplar body
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Maple
- Black dot fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: “C”
- Fingerboard radius: 241 mm
- Scale: 648 mm
- Nut width: 41.9 mm
- Bone nut
- 21 Narrow Tall frets
- Pickups: Fender Designed Alnico Humbucking (bridge) and 2 Fender Designed Alnico Single Coils (middle, neck)
- Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1 (neck), Tone 2 (middle, bridge)
- 5-Way toggle switch
- 6-Saddle Vintage style synchronised tremolo
- Nickel hardware
- 3-Ply black Pickguard
- Vintage style machine heads
- strings: NPS, 009 – .042
- Colour: Black
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Customer Review Summary
The Squier CV 70s Strat HSS MN BLK is an enjoyable guitar to play, boasting excellent sound quality and a smooth neck. Many users appreciate its versatility due to the HSS pickup configuration, allowing for a wide range of tones suitable for various music styles. The guitar’s finish is often praised, with many noting its attractive appearance and solid build quality.
However, there are a few concerns regarding quality control. Some players have experienced issues with the setup, such as a high action upon arrival, which may indicate a manufacturing defect. In particular, problems with the neck alignment and fret work have been reported, leading some to seek adjustments from a luthier. Additionally, the input jack may loosen over time, which users have found easy to fix.
Sound-wise, while the guitar generally delivers a pleasing tone, some players have noted that the original pickups could be better, with suggestions to upgrade them for improved performance. A few have also mentioned that the tremolo system can be difficult to adjust and might not hold tuning well, but this is expected at this price point.
Overall, despite some minor drawbacks, the Squier CV 70s Strat HSS MN BLK is highly recommended as a great beginner instrument that offers good playability and sound at an affordable price. With a bit of tweaking or upgrades, it can serve players well for years to come.
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