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Squier Contemporary Active Starcaster

Description

The Starcaster broke the mold of semi-hollow guitar design with its offset body shape when it was introduced in the '70s, offering versatile sounds and out-of-this-world styling for the most adventurous players. The Squier® Contemporary Active Starcaster® is an evolution of the original Fender model, engineered with a sealed semi-hollow body for minimized feedback and powered by dual Squier SQR™ active ceramic humbucking pickups for massive high-output signal. The roasted maple neck was chosen for its optimal tone and stability, and a sculpted heel design allows for improved access all the way to the 22nd fret. High-performance components round out the feature list and include a fully adjustable bridge with stop tailpiece for rock-solid string feel, and a set of sealed-gear tuning machines with split shafts for smooth tuning action and easy restringing. Eye-catching styling cues include stealthy black chrome hardware and a sleek matching painted contoured headstock with chrome logos for a premium look.

SERIES: Contemporary
BODY MATERIAL: Laminated Maple
BODY FINISH: Gloss Polyurethane
NECK: Roasted Maple
NECK FINISH: Satin Urethane with Gloss Urethane Headstock Contour
FINGERBOARD MATERIAL: Roasted Maple
NUMBER OF FRETS: 22
FRET SIZE: Jumbo
POSITION INLAYS: Black Dot
NUT MATERIAL: Graphite
NUT WIDTH: 1.650" (42 mm)
TUNING MACHINES: Sealed Die-Cast with Split Shafts
SCALE LENGTH: 25.5" (648 mm)
BRIDGE: 6-Saddle Adjustable Bridge
PICKUPS:
Neck: Squier® SQR™ Active Ceramic Humbucker
Middle:
Bridge: Squier® SQR™ Active Ceramic Humbucker
PICKUP SWITCHING: 3-Position Toggle: Position 1. Bridge, Position 2. Bridge and Neck, Position 3. Neck
CONTROLS: Master Volume, Master Tone
CONTROL KNOBS: Skirted Amp Knobs
HARDWARE FINISH: Black Chrome
STRINGS: Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)
PICKGUARD: 3-Ply Black
CASE/GIG BAG: None
SPECIAL ELECTRONICS: Active Electronics