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.

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.

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

The CV range Is absolutely brilliant

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

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. 👍🏻

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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!

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 👍🏼

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

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!!!! 😛

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.

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

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.

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!

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!

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

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

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

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!!!

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!

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!

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!

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.

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.

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

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

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!!!🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

That Vox Sounds great with the Tele

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

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

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.

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 👍

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

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!

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.

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.

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.

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

I had one. It soon became my go to.

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

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.

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!

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

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!

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

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.

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!

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!👍

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

Damn this thing is so bright! Like the sun!

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

very clear sound . Thank you Landon .

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Love that Radiohead.

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...

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

Bought mine exactly one year ago. It's the cheapest axe that I've got but I haven't laid it down yet. Works great for me from jazz, blues to surf.

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.

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.

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

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!!!!!!!

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.

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!

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...

I have a classic vibe 70s tele and I love it.