The Squier Contemporary Series ST Stratocaster HH is a distinctive Japanese-made Stratocaster from the early 1980s, produced as part of Fender Japan's innovative Contemporary Series. Built in Japan around 1983-1984, this model combines the familiar Stratocaster body shape with a more modern approach to electronics and playability.
Featuring a maple neck, rosewood fingerboard, and dual humbucker configuration, the Contemporary ST offers a noticeably different character from the traditional single-coil Stratocaster. It is an especially interesting piece for players and collectors who appreciate the evolution of Japanese Fender instruments during this era.
Body
The classic Stratocaster-style body features a gloss finish and matching painted headstock, giving the instrument a distinctive early-80s appearance. A tremolo bridge provides expressive vibrato while retaining the familiar playing feel of a Stratocaster.
Neck & Playability
The maple bolt-on neck features a 10-inch radius rosewood fingerboard with 22 medium-jumbo frets. The 25.5-inch scale length provides the familiar Fender feel, while the slightly wider 1.656-inch nut width offers comfortable string spacing for both rhythm and lead playing.
Electronics
The HH pickup configuration gives this Contemporary Series Stratocaster a significantly thicker and more powerful voice than a traditional S-style guitar. The dual humbuckers provide increased output, strong mids, and a fuller response that works particularly well for rock and higher-gain playing while retaining the versatility of the Stratocaster platform.
Specifications
Model: Squier Contemporary Series ST Stratocaster HH
