the Fender Squier Classic Vibe 50s Telecaster in Butterscotch Blonde is a Dream!

[@landonbailey]

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[@bikenband]

I got mine this week and I’m way impressed. Butterscotch Blonde, pine body, made in Indonesia. Looks, sounds and plays beautiful. I own 2 Les Pauls (Gibson and Epiphone), 2 American made Strats. This this thing holds it’s own against any of them and then some. Has the signature Tele twang on the bridge pickup, warm bluesey or jazz tone on the neck, and crunchy rock tone in the middle. Easily the best 400 bucks I ever spent. If you’re looking to add a Tele to your arsenal (like I was) buy this guitar, you will not regret it.

[@craigusselman546]

I have a fender telecaster player already but I might grab this one for the looks alone

[@leer.2137]

good to hear

[@belghitialaouianass8211]

I had a Mexican Tele that I sold because I stopped playing for a while. I just bought this squier because I did not have the budget for a fender but the thing is that I am amazed by this one

[@thecentralscrutinizerr]

Look, I'm 54 years old. I've been playing guitar since I was 6 years old. And I've owned them all (amps too). For $399 you're won't find a better Telecaster that with some VERY inexpensive mods (3 dollar Orange Drop capacitor, CT pots) and you've got a Tele that will hold its own against $2000 American made Teles. If I tell you the grapes are ripe, grab your bucket. I own this guitar, and the only mods I did was put an Orange Drop capacitor and put CT pots and selector switch in it. And it will sing like a canary. And I PROUDLY display the Squire logo on it. They deserve the recognition for getting you such a good instrument at that price point. And yes, the body is made out of pine - but here's what you may not know. The very first Telecasters were made out of - drumroll - PINE. Not Alder, not Ash, not Mahogany, nor some other exotic wood - PINE. So you're getting a Telecaster that very closely matches the ORIGINAL Telecaster Leo Fender made. There is not a damn thing wrong with this guitar I don't care WHERE it was made (though I do admit I prefer American ONLY because it puts Americans to work). So if you are on a tight budget and you can't go the Patriotic route, I suggest you go to Guitar Center and play this guitar. I liked this guitar so much, I also bought the 72 Thin Line Classic Vibe Telecaster from Squire (its actually more along the lines of the 69 Thin Line as it only has single coils in it instead of humbuckers and it just drips Outlaw Country music, but you can play anything you want with it). I use them both extensively, from Nashville Super Picker Chicken Pinkin' to modern rock and roll. And if you want to go Deep South Blues Man with a de jure Mississippi String Tie, then tune this guitar to either Open D or Open G and grab you a slide and plug into an amp with a tremolo - you'll have'em feeling the blues from the Old School.

[@powbobs]

I don’t like the thin Squier necks. I have big hands.

[@thecentralscrutinizerr]

@@powbobs You may like a "C" shape neck - not the "modern C". The Modern C is slightly thinner. If your hands are very big, you may want the D shape, it all depends on your personal preference, but I suggest you try them out. Also, the type of fret wire in them can mean a lot. I like the taller fret wire, some people don't. I had a friend that brought me a guitar of his to check out, he said he didn't like the feel of the neck. I noticed it had thin, narrow fret wire on it. I talked him into letting me "set it up" for him. I got him some jumbo frets and pulled the old frets out and refretted it for him. Gave him back the guitar and he said, "you replaced the neck.' No, I replaced the shitty frets that were in it. He was amazed at how much difference it made in the "feel" of the neck - because it does make a difference.

[@powbobs]

Central Scrutinizer Yes, I like the C better than the Modern C. I just find the Squier necks uncomfortable. My favorite is the neck on my Brad Paisley sig Tele. It’s like an even better version of the Baja Telecaster neck.

[@BennieBen03]

Thanks for your insight!

[@flightofthefatman]

I stupidly bought the Tele Pro II. It's got a roasted pine body as well!! I got ripped off severely. I'd never recommend buying a Pro II but instead what you recommended.

[@5150show]

The CV range Is absolutely brilliant

[@landonbailey]

great guitar :)

[@Jaysteenn]

I think Epiphone is stepping it up in 2020 because the Squier line is so good.

[@sirbaronvoncount4147]

I know right the Epi line was the “belle of the ball” at NAMM

[@landonbailey]

ya the Epis looked great for 2020

[@shaunw9270]

I watched an Epiphone video from Namm this morning and was amazed how close Epiphones' Original & Modern Collections mirror their Gibson counterparts. Good times 👌

[@haus05]

I also agree .. that epiphone casino was OH LA LA !

[@jperryfan]

Check out the Frampton epi. Killer for the money

[@joebiker5992]

I've had mine for 3.5 years now, and I still love it!!!

[@kavematt91]

This guitar sounds incredible and I'm gonna get one. Love the Radiohead samples btw.

[@landonbailey]

Rock on!

[@mwpv11]

I have used my Classic Vibe over the past few years and love it more each time I play it. I own over 250 guitars, many high end and this is one of my favorites. In fact I liked it so much I bought four of them and they all play great. I even got my hands on a special one thst Fender made for a very short time with a Jazzmaster pickup in the neck position and a Jazzmaster neck and thot is one of my go to guitars.

[@landonbailey]

Very cool!

[@mwpv11]

They all have their own character. For me its a matter of how I feel when I pick one up. Im toying with the idea of the Anniversary Squire or the Cafbonita Paranormal maybe even a Road-worn Tele

[@mwpv11]

I might even sell my Marshall DSL

[@bcsimpilot3497]

Nobody commented..."What? 250 guitars??" Do you have an online display?

[@misosoup4404]

@@bcsimpilot3497 Agree. I wanna see them! 1 year later lol

[@ClownOnVacation]

Great review! Thanks for playing slow, deliberate chords through each of the switch positions. Much better than 1 million staccato notes through all 12 of someone’s boutique pedals. It was all about the guitar, and only the guitar. Ace job. 👍🏻

[@landonbailey]

oh hey thanks! I'm a rhythm player so you'll never hear me shred in demos

[@kevinschiller1749]

Bought one at a pawn shop for $109 best guitar ever

[@Axess-sv8nq]

The Squier Telecasters are just a BLAST! I love my Affinity!

[@landonbailey]

watch for a comparison coming soon!

[@beatapt5]

The last 45 years I've owned 68s, 67s, 72, Esquires, Mex,China, Japanese.......And I have to tell you, my Classic 50's vibe has outplayed them all. Great guitar.

[@landonbailey]

oh wow! thanks for sharing, that's pretty cool 👍👍🎸

[@Wtfdawg321]

The neck on this is done so well, love the gloss look and feel

[@johndemko4051]

This is my favorite ever Fender product. I'll take it over both 60s and 70s instruments I've owned.

[@RebSike]

considering getting one of these for my first electric, seems like a lot of bang for the buck when looking for a Tele style.

[@visitorstoourbirdbath2272]

I started playing electric guitar when I was about 14 years old. That was over 40 years ago. Entry level guitars back then were crap. I wish I had one of these as my first guitar. I've had one of these for about a year now. It's about my 15th guitar. I absolutely love it, it's a keeper. It would be a fantastic first guitar. It will probably be a guitar you will keep for decades if you play for that long. Good enough to play any gig with. Good luck with your guitar playing, I hope it brings you as much joy as it has to me. There's a good reason so many people play teles. Great guitars. Mine has brass saddles.

[@investigate711]

RebSike YES YES YES YES!!

[@RebSike]

@@visitorstoourbirdbath2272 Thanks for the insight and good wishes friend, I just got mine today, it's a beaut. I'm excited to learn on it!

[@onlyguitars]

This is a fantastic first guitar. And actually is a guitar you can easily use for live gigs and holds up great! So Im sure you will always want to keep this guitar with you. And the great thing about this guitar is that the neck profile is very comfortable and an excellent choice for someone that is starting.

[@nickk8416]

After watching your review I decided to buy the Classic Vibe '50s Tele. I received it today and it is absolutely beautiful. I expected it to be nice but it's much better than that. This is a high quality instrument. I was most happy with the neck. I love the high gloss finish too. Not sticky at all. The negatives are it came poorly set up. The action is too high but I can deal with that. The neck is somewhat thin but it fits my hand perfect. My first good guitar was a new 1974 Tele with a clear natural body and a Rosewood neck. I paid $399 for it. I always regretted selling that guitar but it was way too heavy. Not this one. I like this Classic Vibe even more. It's ironic I paid $399 for this guitar too 45 years later. The one I received was dated 4/28/20 and it was made in China. Outside of the setup I couldn't be happier. Landon, thanks for the review.

[@landonbailey]

nice! ya I never consider a setup a terrible thing, can always be fixed to your liking

[@nicholasnelson4971]

I think the 50s classic vibe series squire is what Leo fender had in his head before any tone was ever heard to the public. It sounds traditional and looks the best of all 3 butterscotch variations including the affinity series and the player series telecasters.

[@canoner880]

the guitar reached my hand yesterday. satisfied me with both its quality and its satisfying voice. At first I was caught between the strat and tele. but after watching Landon's comparison video I got a telecaster. I would recommend it to everyone. thanks landon

[@landonbailey]

Very nice!

[@jati.2783]

Just ordered one yesterday, it's tough to wait. Thank you for the reassuring review!

[@landonbailey]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@astewart9410]

Here in 2024 to say I still love my 2015 MiC CV 50s butterscotch Tele, and its sister 2016 MiC CV 50s Strat in two-tone burst rules too. Love ‘em!

[@BrianGay57]

I found one at a pawnshop a few years ago. I love it! Sounds great, plays great. The previous owner did a couple of mods to it. I just finished fine tuning the setup and it’s playing like butter! They really are great guitars!

[@davidharvey8812]

I’ve revisited this again as I bought mine back yesterday. Great video ! Truly a great guitar for the money. I will never sell again. Thanks for deep dive 👍🏼

[@billann8834]

I have the classic vibe custom. New pots and a new capacitor and it sounds even better!!!!!! Highly recommend!

[@kaickprogrock]

even in the mexican version those are the changes (y)

[@michaelp8529]

Been watching this video now for about 2 years and I decided I had to get one. I just received mine today and I am totally blown away. Amazing-looking guitar the wood grain the feel the neck I even like the pickups on it sounds really nice. I think the only thing I'm going to change on it as I'm going to go with a brass saddles just to give it that more vintage look. Other than that I am really impressed with the guitar I think it's beautiful, it sounds amazing I'm totally happy with it. I think I just found my new favorite guitar. Thanks again Landon for everything that you do.

[@landonbailey]

hey cool! enjoy

[@LeviSiccard]

I went to a local shop to play some new Fenders. It was until I hung up a pretty damn good guitar that I really liked playing that I saw It was a Squier CV. It was hanging with some Fender Vintera's. Well, I could have never guessed with my eyes closed that it was a Squier. They nailed it this time ;-) They really did!

[@jasondesjardins7371]

I bought one about two years ago. Absolutely love it. Amazing guitar.

[@johnwelch557]

Really like the alnico pups. Nice clarity while retaining that tele sound. Goes well with OD too. THANKS!

[@landonbailey]

cheers!

[@leedee4968]

So they are alnico?

[@garethflattery3010]

I got one for Christmas a good few years ago and it has serve me well, I’ve got guitars which are ‘better’ in terms of quality but that telecaster i can never get rid of or upgrade it to fender. There’s something about this guitar that has a unique charm and sound that I can’t stop thinking about!!!

[@nikolaki]

Being a lefty this is one of the few guitars I've played in a shop. This was several years ago and I was surprised by how great it felt and how easy it was to play. It looked amazing too, though the neck did feel a sticky.

[@faethe000]

Yah, Squier doesn't do gloss necks very well. They're always sticky for me too. Thankfully they have next to no resale value, so there's nothing to be lost by taking a scrubbie pad to the neck and taking the gloss off.

[@sirbaronvoncount4147]

I love me a tele. It was a Squier classic vibe strat that I bought new for $279 about 10 years ago that got me back into playing electric. I swore I would never part with it until I did for a classic vibe tele. They are great guitars but I do prefer a bare wood neck. So many great guitars well under a grand these days. Peace

[@landonbailey]

did you end up sanding the neck?

[@sirbaronvoncount4147]

Lando27Music yes I did remove the sticky finish

[@thebrutalpostman]

I absolutely love mine I bought a couple years ago. But mine has the brass saddles, which I really dig for the “vibe” of it. And I think it was made in Indonesia. Even tho I may eventually buy a Player, this is my #1 Guitar to play live with!! Again, another great review!

[@landonbailey]

thanks!

[@davidwahl5474]

Brass saddles and tonerider pickups. The old ones were a win. Put gotoh vintage tuners, CTS pots, fender switch ,orange drop condo, treble bleed and rewire all. Killer beast for a few dollars more yeah!

[@LLSicilia]

someone on another review suggested the saddles are plated in nickel but brass.. possible? misinformed?

[@landonbailey]

I know that's the case for the Fender Ultra line, but not sure about this one

[@chrisullery3386]

Mine is a Chinese 2019 model with the brass sadles, Indonesian ones have the plated saddles. Different frets also.

[@delv2473]

So good to have a sound demo without clean tones. And not so much shredding.

[@waynetykocki3964]

At the price it’s a steal, well put together good sound pups are fine. I agree about the 3 way selector, I’d probably swap it out but it’s not a big deal. Not much to complain about as for the neck a light sanding to stop that sticky feel would be a must for me. I was also impressed how neat the soldering was and the good the shielding

[@mikemcguire3676]

I bought one a couple of years ago. I swapped out the electronics, and got a Fender brass saddle bridge. It's absolutely brilliant. I can't imagine that I, as a relatively new guitarist, would ever realize a benefit from switching to a Fender branded guitar. the Squire CV series looks great, sounds great, and is affordable.

[@jazzguitarneophyte-christo7988]

I love mine! Got it 2 years ago and this one affordable guitar that is crafted perfectly and sounds great! I have not changed anything on it except the strings. Switched to 10 but will go back to 9s. Cheers!

[@landonbailey]

nice!

[@caseylee12]

I agree, 9's sound terrific on this guitar. Wouldn't trade mine for anything.

[@bleckybob]

I just got one for $300. It was from a guy on Facebook, but it’s brand new. It needed a setup. But after I worked out the radius and action of the strings, it plays like a dream.

[@Lalairu]

I have the 60s custom tele... I love it :3 the classic vibe gives quite good quality for the money

[@chriscurran1967]

I own to Classic Vibe Tele’s, a 70’s Deluxe and an Esquire. I could not love a human child as much as I love those two guitars!!!🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@keithmcduffie7182]

I've Been A Stratocaster Man My Whole Life. Recently My Brother In Law (Who Has Been Playing Bass Since 1972 & Has A RIDICULOUS Bass Collection!!!!) Asked Me If I Had A Telecaster. When I Told Him "NO, STRATMAN TIL I DIIIIIE!!!!" He Gave Me A Disappointed Look. I Guess I'm Going To Have To Make Him Happy After All....AND MYSELF, TOO!!! WOOOOOOOO!!!! 😛

[@arnoldjanssen1803]

A few weeks ago I bought the same Classic Vibe......GREAT GUITAR!!!! .....418 euro. I change the tuners for Hip Shot tuners and the bridge for a Wilkinson. Thanks for the great video, best regards from The Netherlands.

[@landonbailey]

cheers!

[@trentc7329]

I have a Classic Vibe Custom Sunburst. It's double bound. I love it. It's based on early 60's models. Plays great. The original alnico pickups have grown on me. The sunburst and wood grain are very nice and there are no knots. Only complaint is some really ugly grain on the back of the maple and laurel wood neck. The neck is really well made and comfortable to play though. People that don't know about guitars think it's my nicest guitar. I have a black MIM Tele that I play a lot more because I'd rather scratch it up than the Squier.

[@landonbailey]

that model looks great too 🎸👍

[@Dreyno]

The neck is a bit slim for a Tele, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. The jack on mine wasn’t great so I replaced it with a better one. Some of the metal tarnished quickly. Otherwise it’s the best value in a guitar I’ve ever seen. Far better for and finish than a Fender Classic Player Strat I bought since. Fretwork is lovely, stats in tune, lacquer was perfect. Pickups are great as well. Just a well made guitar. Absolutely good enough to gig or record with.

[@donkeninitz4590]

21 Tele in olympic white, maple neck - brand new in '72. I've owned more than 100 guitars, including Fenders similar to the one this one intends to emulate ('52 Vintage Reissue, for example). I've owned dozens of other Strats and Tele's, from Mexi's to Custom Shop models. Somehow Fender has elevated these Vintage Vibe models to the point that they exceed the Mexi's consistently, and often match or exceed the American-made versions. I have a Vintage Vibe Tele Custom, having owned an original '72 model (bought new), a later Japanese version, and then a Mexi. Of the latter three, the Japanese model was the best, but the Squier VV comes very close (the original being the dog of the bunch, lol). These particular Squiers are a steal at a minimum, and better guitars than even the Americans in some cases.

[@markmilner842]

I really like the Classic Vibe series. I’ve got a 50s P-bass. The pickup sounds great. It’s fairly light. The colour (lake placid blue) is amazing. The neck is amazing. The stickiness goes away over time.

[@landonbailey]

nice! thanks for the tip re; the stickiness. I'll see :)

[@tomdameek]

That comes across as one fine instrument Landon. Great sounds and it looks very comfortable to play. The sticky neck is such an easy fix. Can’t wait to see the affinity and others comparisons 👍

[@OutRAjious]

Tom Corr how to fix the sticky ness ?

[@paloportugal]

OutRAjious sand it down. If your not comfortable with the job a repair person can do it with no drama. Just enough to take off some or all of the finish, not anything drastic to reshape the neck contour.

[@HenryPipes]

OutRAjious start with 200 grit sand paper and sand for about 3 minutes all over the back of the neck. Touch it up for a minute or two with 1000 grit and you’ll have a fantastic neck in no time. Just sand even and you’ll be fine. I did it to my CV 50’s Strat!

[@franm1999]

@@HenryPipes thanks for the info on turning a gloss neck into a satin

[@jperryfan]

I was never a Tele guy .Been playing since 1979. I was checking out a used Strat at Guitar Center and out of the corner of my eye I saw a used classic vibe just like yours. Mint condition $250. I played it and had a moment. Tuned to open G Started hitting Keith mode and bought it. A little late to the party but better late than never, Great Guitar, Keith approved. Been jamming to Exile ever since. Next up Roy Buchanan & Danny Gatton. That should keep me occupied. Oh and came with a PRS gig bag oddly enough.

[@landonbailey]

best year ever! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6bNZpiDpLFlm5I

[@peddeler2]

I have a made in china one that I bought a few years ago, mainly to use with Rocksmith. It is a beautiful guitar. Mine has the bass saddles, also I noticed the knobs on mine have more of a dome shape on top, and the logo on the neck plate is a little different. I love it!

[@michaelolz]

I can’t remember commenting on this one for some reason. I think it sounds really good! Squier has come a long way.

[@kaickprogrock]

Best Squier EVER!!!!! It has better sound and look than a MIM standard.

[@georgemercer3013]

This squire classic vibe 50 telecaster is not like the ones problem about a year ago back... It had brass saddles medium jumbo frets ALNICO 5 pickups... The one here has pop metal saddle tall narrow frets ALNICO 3 .. WHY... TO SAVE MONEY. PLUS WENT FROM 379.99 TO 399.99....

[@leedee4968]

Exactly the info demo video I was looking for ✔️ thanks ... I think I can live with this squire

[@landonbailey]

glad it helped!

[@jopestv1063]

had one since 2011. got it 4 $200 w/tweed hardshell case. tuned to open G (keith richards' tuning). i love it

[@landonbailey]

nice! 🎸👍

[@stephenwalton1234]

Better than any American made high end telecaster or any American made guitar.

[@stephenwalton1234]

@Keith Clark ...I've been playing for over 50years and every American made guitar that I have picked up here in Australia has been absolute rubbish. I wouldn't buy an American made guitar with someone else's money.

[@_Wingman]

Thanks for taking your time to make this video. Although it is 2 years later, I just ordered the same guitar today. I 've watched several of your videos and love them all ! Excellent productions...

[@landonbailey]

Glad I could help!

[@rockychieng88]

this is an older model, the newer model crafted in indonesia.

[@Antoni2u]

I noticed that for this 2nd generation CV's telecasters vs the first-run 50's Teles ( mine is a 2014 ) that the string tree has been given a shift. In the first generation run, the tree is next to the 'r' whereas this one is next to the 'S'. It makes a difference. Next, the first generation came with brass saddles, not just any brass saddles, but with grooved brass saddles so the strings won't move. These features make a difference. This one is nice and it comes close, but not the same. Cheers!

[@georgemercer3013]

Also it has the medium jumbo frets not the tall and narrow they have now

[@metalliholic]

That Vox Sounds great with the Tele

[@landonbailey]

ya it's great!

[@jkauffman58]

I'm a Squire fan. Have the Dou-sonic,'72 Tele custom, the Jagmaster,and a couple strats. Also a replica of the 97' Hendrix Tribute. Jade with Squire parts. But the owner did some wiring that makes it sound amazing. Squires have smaller necks. Good for a hobbit .... like me.

[@MarioPerez-nf8ld]

I get one Squier cv 50´s in the same colour... it was yesterday. I think its a guitar very well done for the price, only 375 euros. Thanks for your video, from Andalucía, Espain.

[@MarioPerez-nf8ld]

Sorry for my poor english.

[@landonbailey]

cheers! don't apologize 🎸👍😊

[@JackGuitar1207]

Mate I am so glad you left a green mile and started doing guitar reviews. Classic vibe is shipping my way! Great review thank you!

[@landonbailey]

ya it was too depressing there and the benefits package wasn't great 😆

[@JackGuitar1207]

Landon Bailey haha love it!

[@rveurope]

A brilliant guitar by tone, looks, tuning stability and feel! Competes with higher priced guitars easily...I have the brass saddle version with new electronics and other pick ups " gristle ton" that thing is a beast! Great deep dive love it!👍

[@landonbailey]

thanks!

I sold my Fender Strat and kept my Squier Classic Vibe Strat. Crazy good stuff

[@landonbailey]

🎸👍

[@jazzalta716]

I traded my USA tele for this model primarily because the neck was much kinder to my arthritis. I may change the pickups down the road but for now they will be just fine. I don't gig so it's okay for the music room. Overall very pleased.

[@ozoneswiftak]

I just got the green today, butterscotch was the other choice. That was so tough. I love it

[@landonbailey]

Good choice!

[@BobCrosley]

When I was in the market for a Tele 72 Deluxe, I looked at the Classic Vibe and the Vintera, which is the most affordable Fender-branded Deluxe. For me, a non-gigging home player, I couldn’t see paying more than 2x for the Vintera just to have the Fender logo on the headstock. My CV Deluxe is awesome in every way. They are great guitars!

[@landonbailey]

nice!

[@caseylee12]

I think you got the better guitar anyway!

[@paulclarke1714]

I have one. It’s an unbelievable guitar for the money. I have american fenders and Gibson’s and play this just as much. Probably more in fact because it’s relatively inexpensive so there’s no real worry if it gets damaged lying around - and so I use it to practice or compose.

[@epipick]

I had one. It soon became my go to.

[@landonbailey]

cool!

[@erikpaterson1404]

I started on a Squier Start and I liked it. I'm thinking of getting one of these to mess around on. Can't help but think if the body was made of Alder wood it might sound better

[@foxybrown2]

Amp is everything. That guitar sounded thin, but i know it is not because i have a classic vibe and am playing it through a fender amp and it sounds fuller.

[@landonbailey]

ya the amp is a huge factor for sure. it's the last step in the chain

[@GenosGlory]

foxybrown2 I use a Fender Champ 40 Amp with a Spring Reverb pedal and it sounds great.

[@colinrichardson23]

Just bought one and looking forward to playing it. At the price it wont have to many competitors, I'll let you know what I think of it.

[@KC1PSK]

I just got one. Amazing. I did replace the bridge with a hot rail and a brass bridge. It’s unreal.

[@landonbailey]

nice! 🎸👍

[@peterdebad1]

Thanks Landon for being my all things Tele go to guy!! A budget guitar for those who don't have an unlimited budget.

[@landonbailey]

cheers Peter!

[@peterdebad1]

Thank you sir!

[@stevestewart-sturges2159]

Squier hit it out of the park with this one, I've had mine for a year now and it's been a go to guitar for recording, happy with the pick ups and electronics, plays great, I did sand the neck a bit, did the same with my Squire Cabronita, I've had for a couple of years and it really helps the playability. Great review, mate!

[@landonbailey]

Great to hear!

[@davidpask4232]

I have a Chinese Crafted Squire Vibe Telecaster. Mine has the dome control knobs, brass saddles and the string tree is in the correct position. Ive noticed that these are not fitted to the later Telecasters in the Vibe range. I find this a bit odd because they have taken away the classic look. I have always owned American Fender Telecaters and had about 5 in my lifetime, but I can honestly say apart from my first Blonde Telecaster which I bought in 1972, with a 7.5 radius neck and unable to achieve low action without it choking on string bends, my CV is in my opinion a pleasure to own and play. I play it through a my Vox AC30 with Celestion Blues and it growls, and chiming bell like sounds at the top end, I thoroughly recommend this fine well made guitar to anyone.

[@billyquinn732]

Unless you plan on pawning your guitar, I see no reason to pay Fender prices when the Classic Vibe tele ROCKS.

[@landonbailey]

ya there’s money in the Fender name for sure

[@denizg2653]

Heh, I've ordered Squier Classic Vibe '70s Telecaster Custom few days ago after watching your review. Now I want to order this one, as it sounds more twangy and the color is so nice.

[@landonbailey]

ah cool! ya they are both good

[@denizg2653]

Got my Telecaster and it's really good looking guitar. One thing is bothering me though. 3 barrel saddle bridge seems a bit high. I really need to squeeze those strings, almost like an acoustic. Is that normal or should I have it checked out by an expert? Thanks

[@ryanday633]

I had purchased one of these in early January this year and I have to say that this is one of the best guitars I have played for a decent price. I was in the market for a budget guitar and I got more than I wanted out of it. The pickups sound great and I don't plan on changing them, the review of the neck in this video said that it felt a little sticky because of the finish is quite possible but I didn't find that on mine. As far as the switch goes I would say it could use an upgrade but I think there pretty solid just stock. I would definitely gig with this guitar and put them up against some of the more expensive Mexican Fenders. I'd love to try one of the Stratocasters. Over all these guitars are very well built and have no problems showing off that it's a Squire. Brand snubs should check em out I don't think you'd be disappointed. Squire really have gotten better as the years go by and this Classic Vibe line is one of the best.

[@tailsruls]

I got one earlier this year too and its been great so far. I'm pretty impressed with the bridge pickup, and the quality is pretty close to my made in Japan 50's style strat too

[@charlesthomas6748]

Squire will take you higher. Classic vibes 50's beast mode.

[@wallyneff3318]

Another great demo / review! Beautiful guitar. However, everyone that I have tried has that heavy pine body. Somehow I woke up one day and I was old. I prefer the Squier Affinity Butterscotch Blonde Telecaster. It is lighter in weight and I think I like the string top load better. As always, You Are Great! I enjoy your videos.

[@landonbailey]

I saw a model on Sweetwater that was just under 7 lbs! so they vary from guitar to guitar

[@danbailey1229]

I have one too. The only mod I’ve done is Obsidian electronics it might be my imagination but that change made it sound better and the new pots are like butter.

[@landonbailey]

hey cool. it probably did make it sound better. that's one of the claims on Obsidianwire's site. clearer tones.

[@billydarico6180]

It’s made for classic Country lets make Guitar great again!

[@landonbailey]

play what works for you! 🎸👍

[@oldtimetinfoilhatwearer]

Hell yeah, I wonder if it's as thick as a fender. Might be able to get a string pull on it!

[@relyiain]

I’ve just bought an affinity telecaster from Thomman and I love it . I can get some fine tones.

[@bobbya8622]

Great looking and sounding guitar! I haven’t been interested in a Squier in many years, but this looks like one that I would enjoy. I have noticed that they have picked up their game lately as Epiphone has.

[@greatpix]

I don't know if they've made any changes in it since I bought mine in 2013 but I love that guitar. Mine has brass saddles and it looks like your newer one doesn't. A few years ago I had to sell off 2 of my guitars and four of the five amps I had, keeping the cheapest of each, the CV and Boss Katana 50. I'm glad I kept them. The only change I made on the CV was putting a real bone nut on it. It's on the heavy side and I've thought of modifying the body with cutaways, which would also make it more comfortable to hold. I like the stringing set up. Looks good. I keep thinking I'm going to strip off the finish on the back of the next so it plays easier.

[@landonbailey]

🎸👍

[@mobeefus8867]

Fender keeps raising their prices. They’ve about priced me out of a player series. This is a good guitar for what I need.

[@landonbailey]

Everything in the world raises it's prices 😃🎸

[@mobeefus8867]

Lando27Music which is why i can’t afford it anymore.

[@jperryfan]

Look for used first. Lot of deals to be had

[@DSeN7]

@@landonbailey Yes, but to play devil's advocate we are seeing price raises in product that far exceed the rate of inflation. At the same time we are seeing salary stagnation or raises that are less than the rate of annual inflation.

[@ericthompson3383]

Like the other guys that gave this guitar a thumbs up, I too have had a ton of guitars. I ordered the one I have from a guitar shop in Tenn. I live in NC. It was a floor model that everyone played in the store. I got a great deal because of this. I think it was around $350 with shipping. I was kinda freaking out waiting on it. Finally the day came and it was everything I wanted in a Tele!!! I would highly recommend this guitar to anyone. I have two very expensive american Telecasters and this one is my number one. I love it! Squire is one of the most underrated builders in my opinion. It has to many good things to list here' but I will say that on mine the neck is all one piece and not a glued on fretboard. No one has mentioned this. Anyway for your first guitar a definitive YES!!!!!!!

[@soulagent79]

Actually they seem to have downgraded the saddles, as they're not made of brass anymore. The other difference I noticed are the adjustment screws for the neck pickup, which are above the pickguard now, so you don't have to take it off anymore to adjust the pickup - which is good.

[@landonbailey]

ah cool! thanks for the info. the Affinity adjustment is still under the pickguard

[@cirotheb5]

but not so vintage anymore

[@georgemercer3013]

Yes and mine has medium jumbo frets plus ALNICO 5s with brass saddles... butterscotch ...both made in China...why ????? Did they downgrade them.???

[@austin2842]

It sounds and looks beautiful. I'm getting one now based on this. Thanks for sharing.

[@landonbailey]

Enjoy it

[@rayandpratik4832]

Do a comparison of the Chinese and Indonesian vibes tele.please

[@lazvt8469]

Love my lefty CV50. Brass saddled, new tuners (one was bad), Lindy Fralin Blues Special, disconnected neck pup from tone circuit. KILLER sound. Scotch Brited the sticky neck...plays great too. SIX MONTH UPDATE: Got a second CV50 (and a Pro II)...same basic issues with tuners, added brass saddles, disconnected neck pup from tone pot...BUT, added Lollar Special T's....OMG, even better tone (thicker, fuller, open) than the first CV50 with Fralins. Get some....

[@rnarizona9686]

I've been playing one of these for about 5 years. Mine came with the brass saddles, which I think look a little better. I haven't had any problems with the pickup selector switch. It's a very playable guitar, and I like the tone just fine. I did sand the back of the neck with some very fine wet/dry sandpaper. It was quite quick and easy to do, doesn't look bad at all, and makes the guitar much more playable. Although I like the vintage tuners, I think the guitar needs a little more tuning than my G&L ASAT Tele, which I actually play more than the Classic Vibe. Don't get me wrong. The CV is a beautiful guitar, which I'll never part with, but I find the pickups in the G&L just a little more versatile.

[@landonbailey]

cool thanks for sharing your experience with it!

[@ForrestBells]

Just bought one a week ago and love it ... thanks for this video.. it helps hearing it though good equipment especially Vox and playing Radiohead 🍻 cheers it’s why I got one

[@barbmelle3136]

From Leo: I have been pretty impressed with the Classic Vibe Squiers. I have a Strat and Jazzmaster CV and they have been great. I agree about the classic tuners, I like them, and you never have a sharp string end poking you. I don't know why some modern tuner company does not make a version like a vintage so you can get the 18 to 1 ratio with the hole in the middle.

[@landonbailey]

they are my fav tuners!

[@rogerhitchcock]

I just got one of these after questing the right tele and this guitar is a total winner. Great build and great tele tones. I really like the glossed neck it feels lovely and smooth and mine isnt at all sticky>

[@landonbailey]

Rock on!

[@nikolaj_ow]

Love that Radiohead.

[@shaunw9270]

I like it , great guitar for the money definitely , and sounds decent too. The pine body is lovely , beautiful grain. Pine was Leo Fender's original choice because it was cheaper than ash , but he found pine dinged easier, being a little softer. Nitpicking, the only things I would change would be the saddles ,to brass, put a non beveled Bakelite gaurd on & dome knobs. Aside from that I think it's more like a '52 reissue or Original series than some Baja Teles from five years ago.

[@landonbailey]

🎸👍

[@davidkastin4240]

Nice. I like this new model with string through body. The previous model is not string through and has a top loader bridge.

[@shaunw9270]

So the previous model is a '58 reissue lol 😊

[@johndemko4051]

David Kastin The CVs have all been string-through.

[@davidkastin4240]

@@johndemko4051 Ok I'm mistaken then. Thanks

[@astewart9410]

Here in 2022. I absolutely love my butterscotch MIC CV 50s Tele. It's been my main workhorse for years. I have the two-tone burst MIC CV 50s Strat as well, and it's a killer too. The CV line is absolute bang for your buck.

[@landonbailey]

I'm here too!

[@astewart9410]

@@landonbailey Lovely! I'll never sell my CVs. Love 'em!

[@ThunderFalcon333]

Great job on the review. Pretty tough to beat the CV 50s tele for$350 new.

[@landonbailey]

great value!

[@thadlogan51]

I've owned a squier affinity and a classic vibe. I absolutely hated the affinity...it never stayed in tune, intonation terrible, pickups thin sounding, and it felt cheap. I absolutely love the classic vibe telecaster... worth every penny above the affinity. It sounds epic, pickups phenomenal. I played it against my core PRS custom 24, Gibson Les Paul, 335, American standard strat, and Chris Robertson, etc. and it's shocking how good the classic vibe sounds in comparison. The pickups are even clearer than my strat pickups which are single coil too... and much clearer than all of my other guitars. They are plenty punchy too for lead playing. The build quality is rock solid... and pickups are perfectly balanced. I don't think you can get a better sounding telecaster no matter what the price... but maybe you get less sharp frets and nitro finish. The poly finish on this guitars doesn't effect resonance on this guitar at all though ..it resonates for days... just as much as any of my nitro guitars. I don't care what the name on the headstock is... If a guitar sounds this phenomenal I'm proud to display the company name on the headstock...who cares that it doesn't say fender... squire deserves high remarks for this one. No reason to spend a penny more for anything else. As long as you don't get a dud... but that can happen with fender, Gibson, and other guitars too...

[@robertclarkguitar]

These are kick Arse brother. I played one. Want one. Will go nicely with my Classic Vibe 60s strat Chinese masterpiece. Squier vids are booming. Lol

[@robertclarkguitar]

@Harry Newman 2015 here! 3tone sunburst awesome man!

[@Jaysteenn]

I have the CV thinline Tele, the one I have says Indonesia. China makes just as good guitars now, it just depend on the model. The strats are great.