Squier CV 70s Strat HSS MN BLK
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Squier
CV 70s Strat HSS MN BLK
Product Info
Article Number:
457243
Brand:
Squier
Model:
CV 70s Strat HSS MN BLK
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$437.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Squier CV 70s HSS is a seriously impressive package for the money. The HSS configuration gives you a great range of tones – from glassy cleans to crunchy rock – while the vintage-style appointments and comfortable neck profile nail that classic Strat feel. It's a fantastic choice for gigging musicians or players looking for a versatile and authentic-sounding guitar without a premium price tag.
Product Description
- Squier CV 70s Strat HSS MN BLK
- Electric Guitar
- 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
PROS
- • Poplar body delivers a surprisingly resonant and balanced tone.
- • The inCin neck profile is comfortable and fast for a wide range of players.
- • Fender-designed Alnico pickups offer authentic vintage-style warmth and clarity.
- • Solid hardware and tuning stability make this a gig-ready instrument.
CONS
- • The poplar body, while good, lacks the sustain of ash or alder.
- • The tremolo system can feel a little 'floaty' and requires setup for stability.
- • Humbucker in the bridge can be a bit overwound for some cleaner tones.
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Key Features
Body Material
Poplar
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Maple with Black Dot Inlays
Pickups
Fender Designed Alnico Humbucker (Bridge), Alnico Single Coils (Middle, Neck)
Scale Length
25.5 in
Frets
21 Narrow Tall
Bridge
6-Saddle Vintage Style Synchronized Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 8 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a bit hotter than a vintage humbucker, but not aggressively so; it retains clarity and articulation while adding more punch for rock and blues.
The neck has a moderate gloss finish – not overly thick like some older Squiers – which contributes to the comfortable inCin profile and smooth playing experience.
It’s a vintage-style trem, so it’s not a locking system; aggressive use will require careful setup and potentially heavier gauge strings to maintain tuning stability.
