The Starcaster broke the mould 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 Contemporary Active Starcaster is an evolution of the original Fender model, engineered with a sealed semi-hollow body for minimised feedback and powered by dual Squier SQR active ceramic humbucking pickups for high-output tone. Player-friendly features include a slim, comfortable C-shaped neck profile with a fast-playing 12-radius fingerboard and narrow-tall frets, as well as a stop tailpiece for solid tuning stability. This Squier model also features a matching painted headstock contour, black chrome-plated hardware and a smooth satin neck finish for a natural feel.
FEATURES
- 100% designed by Fender
- Sealed semi-hollow body
- Squier SQR active ceramic humbucking pickups
- Satin neck finish
- Black chrome hardware
ARCHED SEMI-HOLLOW BODY
This Starcaster model features an offset arched sealed semi-hollow body with centre block for minimal feedback.
SQR ACTIVE CERAMIC HUMBUCKING PICKUPS
Powered by an onboard 9-volt battery, these Squier SQR active ceramic humbucking pickups produce high-output, modern tone perfect for crunchy rhythms and soaring solos.
MATCHING HEADSTOCK CONTOUR
The headstock on this model features a matching painted edge contour for a cohesive aesthetic.
BLACK CHROME HARDWARE
Stealthy and subtle, black chrome hardware is durable and resilient.
ADJUSTABLE BRIDGE WITH STOP TAILPIECE
The adjustable bridge and stopbar tailpiece create rock-solid tuning stability.
SLIM C-SHAPED NECK PROFILE
This instrument offers a slim C-shaped neck profile for a fast, slick feel.
BODY
Body Material
Laminated Maple
Body Shape
Starcaster®
Body Finish
Gloss Polyurethane
Body Binding
Black
NECK
Neck Material
Maple
Neck Finish
Satin Urethane
Neck Shape
"C" Shape
Scale Length
25.5" (64.77 cm)
Fingerboard Material
Maple
Fingerboard Radius
12" (305 mm)
Number of Frets
22
Fret Size
Narrow Tall
Nut Material
Synthetic Bone
Nut Width
1.650" (42 mm)
Position Inlays
Black Dot
ELECTRONICS
Bridge Pickup
Squier® SQR Active Ceramic Humbucker
Neck Pickup
Squier® SQR Ceramic Humbucker
Controls
Master Volume, Master Tone
Switching
3-Position Toggle: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup
Configuration
HH
Special Electronics
Active Electronics
HARDWARE
Bridge
6-Saddle Adjustable Bridge
Hardware Finish
Black Chrome
Tuning Machines
Die-Cast Sealed
Control Knobs
Skirted Amp Knobs
Switch Tip
Black
Neck Plate
4-Bolt Squier®
MISCELLANEOUS
Strings
Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)