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Standard models. And of course there’s the Squier ‘51, combining features of the Stratocaster and Telecaster into one sleek SH equipped package. We’d be remiss if we didn’t mention Fender’s famous budget line of guitars. Thanks to different manufacturers over the years, Squiers come in all shapes and sizes. The current Classic Vibe and Vintage Modified crop is doing quite well, built out of Fender’s Chinese factory. There are also rarities such as the Bullet 1 Telecaster from Japan, boasting a rare SSH configuration for the model. For older models, keep an eye out for those from Fender’s Mexico factory, as those feature pickups and wiring on par with Fender’s ToneReport.com ToneReport.com 41 41