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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.

[@joebiker5992]

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

[@5150show]

The CV range Is absolutely brilliant

[@landonbailey]

great guitar :)

[@jati.2783]

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

[@landonbailey]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@johndemko4051]

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

[@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

[@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?

[@Wtfdawg321]

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

[@jasondesjardins7371]

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

[@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 👍🏼

[@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!

[@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!

[@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

[@kavematt91]

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

[@landonbailey]

Rock on!

[@Axess-sv8nq]

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

[@landonbailey]

watch for a comparison coming soon!

[@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)

[@_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!

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@ginopenguino1450]

Landon- Your videos are indispensable to me as I make my way back into playing, AND purchasing, after very many years away from the guitar. As a result of what you’ve shown me, I’ve chosen the Squier CV ‘50s. Although the glossy back of the neck wouldn’t be my first choice, I can’t resist the vintage high gloss over maple fretboard on the front. Thank you.

[@leedee4968]

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

[@landonbailey]

glad it helped!

[@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

[@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.

[@user-zh5cq6in4d]

very clear sound . Thank you Landon .

[@AndrewC1983]

Been eyeing one of these for a while now. Thanks for the advice 🙏

[@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.

[@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!

[@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 :)

[@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!!!

[@Lalairu]

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

[@landonbailey]

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[@user-sz5xs7dm4u]

I have brass saddle , great guitar , i have two , open g , open e , standard an open d on the 6 stringer and i replaced both input jacks right away , the only problem , i have alnico 5's on both

[@user-sz5xs7dm4u]

What pick ups are on that 19

[@user-sz5xs7dm4u]

I like the vox , i bought a monoprice 15 wat put in a jensen mod 12 70 wat an reverb mod tank an jj elec tubes it is equal to a fender blues jr which is almost $700 an i have $400 in my monoprice, it sounds just as good as the fender blues jr

[@user-sz5xs7dm4u]

Great guitar , scotch brite the neck an drop in some electrosocket input jacks in , stock sucks an try ernie ball 2221 an you will be happy happy happy , hell i love them

[@user-sz5xs7dm4u]

Plus i bought an empty cab an put another jensen 12 70 in an run the x cab off the monoprice , x cab is solid wood ply an twice as big , cab $120.00 speaker $75.00

[@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.

[@austin2842]

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

[@landonbailey]

Enjoy it

[@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!

[@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!

[@trschin]

I think it sounds pretty nice, also the production quality of your videos is really great!

[@landonbailey]

hey thanks! 😁👍🎸

[@loreleen2070]

nice video man! im getting this next month for my birthday. cant wait!!

[@loreleen2070]

update: i got it and ive never been happier!!

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@Telecaxter2020]

This sounded very good I really liked the tones

[@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.

[@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 🎸👍

[@trevinbracken2889]

I enjoy your channel. I feel like you actually know what you're talking about. I have a Vintage 25th anniversary V75 and I just got a set of Tonerider Hot Classics for it. Can't wait.

[@LukeGuitar1207]

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 😆

[@LukeGuitar1207]

Landon Bailey haha love it!

[@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.

[@epipick]

I had one. It soon became my go to.

[@landonbailey]

cool!

[@delv2473]

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

[@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!!!🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@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.

[@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

[@Slushpuppie55]

Nice Vid Lando. I Just ordered my CV Tele....can't wait for it to arrive. The Build Quality I've seen on this range of Squiers is fantastic for the price and to my ear...they sound great too. Simply Great Tele Tones.

[@landonbailey]

they are solid!

[@briano.5746]

That is a damn nice Squire! I really love the finish. Pine makes a great guitar body. The grain is killer! With just a couple quick mods that baby could be a gig guitar for sure. Awesome video brother, I like the way you go through the guts and all! 🐉💀👽🎸🎶🎵🧠

[@metalliholic]

That Vox Sounds great with the Tele

[@landonbailey]

ya it's great!

[@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!

[@genet5395]

Great review ! Thanks for your work.

[@landonbailey]

My pleasure!

[@tjbitt65]

Absolute great guitar!! As others have said I owned or have owned many guitars in all makes, genres and price points and it's hard to beat this 50's Classic Vibe. Play s great sounds great and looks great. Total bang for the buck.

[@samson3000]

Hi, Landon: I appreciate your making this video. I actually watched it after I bought mine (exact same year, model, and color -- except Indonesian) but seeing the vid would have just convinced me even more. This is my first-ever electric guitar (my acoustic is a '77 Yamaha G55) although I have three electric basses -- Jazz, Precision, & Jaguar -- so I have so much to learn about it. I will subscribe to your channel because I need guidance on purchasing an amp. Also, I will need help in deciding on which Squier Stratocaster to buy in the future. Thanks!

[@landonbailey]

oh hey cool! Notice any difference between this model and yours?

[@samson3000]

@@landonbailey To my untrained eye, they appear to be identical with the same hardware, fretboard, and finish. Of course, there is a difference in the grain pattern and I am especially pleased with the look on the back of my guitar. I watched your video that compared the three levels of Tele's in BSB and found I prefer the single layer pickguard to the triple on the Fender Player -- with that intermediate white layer looking "out of place." Thanks again for producing your content.

[@bluesman608]

Samson, If you want a good inexpensive amp to start with, you could do worse than the Boss Katana 50; I have had this exact same guitar for about three years and love playing it. With that amp it is a sweet combination. I put in noiseless DiMarzio pickups a couple of weeks ago and they sound really smooth but still have bite. But I liked the stock pickups too. I consider the CV Tele an excellent guitar especially for the money. Landon, keep the good videos coming! Love how you vids are concise, smart and have great photography. The work you put in shows.

[@landonbailey]

cheers!

[@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

[@joesmith-wc5qh]

Amazing display, I can't wait to get mine

[@michaelolz]

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

[@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 🎸👍😊

[@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.

[@relyiain]

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

[@justinmilhomens9655]

Got one of these today. Review really helped me decide so thank you very much¡

[@landonbailey]

Glad I could help!

[@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 👍👍🎸

[@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!

[@sigmasquad5285]

Great choice on the sound demo songs!

[@leeblack3335]

I like it very much, and play more on it then on my MIM tele, witch is a model 2000 had to put in a (faraday cage) copper tape in stead of conductive paint, because it even made crackling noises when I ran my fingers over the scratchplate. But now I'm very happy with both of them, and yes the MIM has a neck that is satin finish.

[@KC1PSK]

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

[@landonbailey]

nice! 🎸👍

[@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.

[@acegomia4816]

Thanks for the vid. Really helped me decide weather or not I want the contemporary or the classic vibe.

[@landonbailey]

hey cool!

[@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!!!!!!!

[@caseylee12]

I have 4 telecasters, and this is my favorite one. LOVE THAT NECK! Yea, replace the switch, other than that, great guitar! I have a 2017 American professional strat, and i play the Squire 50s telecaster ALL THE TIME! Great tones and a lot of fun. if you can get your hands on one, l'd buy it! Good review, Lando- i just subbed today.

[@landonbailey]

hey thanks! Welcome to my channel

[@jonathanhandsmusic]

casey lee I bought a cv50s, a 2015 model with brass saddles. Love it. I play it more than my 90s American standard Strat. Can't really say one bad thing about the Classic vibes except they don't say Fender on the headstock.

[@caseylee12]

@@jonathanhandsmusic yea, mine is a 2016. I don't think they make them as good anymore, like no brass saddles, etc. And i think maybe they made them TOO good and it was robbing sales from middle and low-high end Tele's, or maybe they just wanted to keep the price down. Either way, you and I got one in the right era. When i bought mine, l played an American Standard, and an American Professional Tele, and this one SOUNDED THE BEST of all 3, thru a fender reverb deluxe. Hope you enjoy yours... cl

[@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.

[@ryanbell9423]

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

[@52Tele]

By far the best review video on the CV Tele. Thanks for doing justice to this awesome instrument. Please do Fender Player Tele vs CV Tele.

[@landonbailey]

thanks! appreciate it. I have a comparison video in the works

[@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.

[@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!

[@MagPencho]

Damn this thing is so bright! Like the sun!

[@binface9]

Sounds amazing!

[@landonbailey]

cheers!

[@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

[@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.

[@OGR-42]

Own a vintage blonde CV 50s Tele, 5 string Open G. Very great guitar that I will keep forever! I recently bought a Fender Vintera 50s Strat in Sonic Blue, but I realized I'm not into Strats anymore ever since I own the Tele, so I might replace it with a 70s Vintera Tele in black. I just love Teles!

[@ethandrood]

Once you switch to a tele, you never go back to a strat.

[@jeromekiemes6543]

Hello, It's a Great video that you made ! It's a great guitar for a Beginner!

[@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

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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

[@ThunderFalcon333]

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

[@landonbailey]

great value!

[@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!

[@ozoneswiftak]

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

[@landonbailey]

Good choice!

[@nikolaj_ow]

Love that Radiohead.

[@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!!!! 😛

[@djack_1977]

Extraordinary review 👏 and beautiful guitar too... congrats

[@landonbailey]

Thank you kindly!

[@darrenjs_]

Great review!