Squier Paranormal Stratocaster Deluxe

The Squier Paranormal Stratocaster Deluxe rewires the classic offset body with a hybrid HS pickup configuration that puts a Fender-Designed alnico single-coil Telecaster neck pickup against a Fender-Designed alnico humbucker at the bridge. The 3-way blade switch routes between positions, while a push/pull coil-split function on the tone control unlocks additional tonal ground. This isn't a vintage replica - it's a hot-rodded Strat that borrows heavily from the Deluxe-era aesthetic, complete with oversized '70s headstock and skirted amp-style control knobs. The neck carves a comfortable C-shaped profile and features a 9.5" radius laurel fingerboard finished in satin urethane for reduced friction during fast runs. Hardware includes a vintage-style tremolo bridge that maintains tuning integrity through bends and dives, backed by vintage-style tuning machines. The humbucker delivers thick, saturated output with enough midrange punch to cut through a full band mix, while the Tele neck pickup snaps back with crisp, articulate clarity. Split the humbucker coil and the tonal palette expands into brighter, more percussive single-coil territory without requiring a different instrument. Features  HS pickup configuration with Fender-Designed alnico single-coil and humbucker 3-way blade switch with push/pull coil-split on tone control Comfortable C-shaped neck profile with satin urethane finish 9.5" radius laurel fingerboard for modern playability and comfort Large '70s-inspired Stratocaster headstock with Deluxe-era styling Vintage-style tremolo bridge for stable pitch modulation and tuning Skirted amp-style control knobs in classic Deluxe aesthetic Vintage-style tuning machines with reliable tuning stability across sessions