Squier Paranormal Strat-O-Sonic CRT
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Squier
Paranormal Strat-O-Sonic CRT
Product Info
Article Number:
567998
Brand:
Squier
Model:
Paranormal Strat-O-Sonic CRT
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$460.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Strat-O-Sonic CRT is a seriously cool departure from the norm. The soapbar pickups give it a raw, almost P-Bass-like growl, perfect for alternative rock, blues, or anything needing a bit more bite. It's a fantastic value for players seeking a unique vintage vibe with modern playability.
Product Description
- Squier Paranormal Strat-O-Sonic CRT
- Electric Guitar
- Paranormal Series
- Body: Okoume
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Laurel
- Pearloid dots fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: C
- Scale: 629 mm (24.75")
- Fretboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
- Graphite nut
- 22 Narrow tall frets
- Pickups: 2 Fender-designed Alnico Soapbar single coils
- 1 Master volume and 1 master tone control
- 3-Way toggle switch
- Black triple-layer pickguard
- Compensated wrap-around bridge
- Vintage-style tuners
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Crimson Red Transparent
PROS
- • Okoume body provides a resonant, lively character and surprisingly lightweight feel.
- • Graphite nut enhances tuning stability and resists wear far better than traditional nuts.
- • Fender-designed Alnico Soapbars deliver a thick, powerful tone with a unique edge.
- • CRT neck profile offers comfortable playability suitable for a wide range of hand sizes.
CONS
- • The 24.75 in scale length might feel cramped for players accustomed to longer scales.
- • Limited pickup switching options restrict versatility compared to more complex Strat variants.
- • Wrap-around bridge, while vintage-correct, can make intonation adjustments slightly less precise.
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Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Laurel
Pickups
2 Fender-designed Alnico Soapbar single coils
Scale Length
629 mm (24.75 in)
Frets
22 Narrow tall
Bridge
Compensated wrap-around
Weight
Approximately 7.5 lbs (3.4 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The soapbars are much thicker and more powerful, offering a more aggressive tone with less of the characteristic Strat chime – more punch, less sparkle.
Laurel is generally more durable than Rosewood and resists wear better, but proper care and maintenance are still recommended to preserve its appearance.
Bolt-on necks typically have a slightly snappier attack and a bit less sustain compared to set-neck guitars, but the Okoume body helps compensate for this.
