Squier Standard Strat tremolo upgrade?

[BenPerkins]

Hi, I bought an Indonesian made Squier Standard Strat HSS and was wondering what 2-point tremolo system to upgrade to? Possibly Wilkinson or something with a brass block?

Anyone familiar with this model and know of something that can drop in without modifying the body?

Thank you.

 

[BenPerkins]

Re: Squier Standard Strat tremolo upgrade?

Or maybe I should just upgrade the block?

http://www.guitarfetish.com/Import-105mm-Spaced-Brass-Tremolo-Block_p_1146.html

Main concern is staying in tune and improving the tone.

 

[HiFiRebel]

Re: Squier Standard Strat tremolo upgrade?

Replace the block. You don't even have to use a brass one to notice an imporvment.

 

[Chris Pile]

Re: Squier Standard Strat tremolo upgrade?

Wilkinson whammies are affordable and work great, especially when paired with a good set of locking tuners.

 

[Mincer]

Re: Squier Standard Strat tremolo upgrade?

Depends on how much you wanna spend. A Bladerunner would be a huge upgrade, but you might notice exactly what you are looking for with just a block, and possibly saddle upgrade (I use GraphTech saddles).

 

[BenPerkins]

Re: Squier Standard Strat tremolo upgrade?

Thanks guys. I went ahead and ordered a replacement block off GF. I had a Tusq XL nut and saddles in my parts bin, so I'll use those. The stock HB is garbage - I'll be swapping for a JB


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