Squier Simon Neil Biffy Clyro Stratocaster in Fiesta Red

Squier Simon Neil (Biffy Clyro) Strat in Fiesta Red

There's no such thing as a Jaggy Snake. If you believe Scottish rockers Biffy Clyro that is. The Simon Neil Stratocaster is a must for any Biffy fans or those who love nothing better than a bit of 'slighty-arty' post hardcore! A faithful replication of his famous, Fiesta Red 60s Strat, we think this guitar has some of the coolest looks going and is the perfect choice for challenging yourself with Biffy Clyro's weaving riffs and unusual time signatures.

The guitar's pickups feature a mix of Alnico III and V Magnets to allow you to get that contrast between rich, almost-clean, leads and full on crunch that is open-sounding and clear. This guitar will make you want to scream out one minute, and sing beautiful lullabies the next!

Guitar Magazine Review

"Tweaked pickups give this Squier's low end a tight, focussed Strat snap, and the trebles sound unexpectedly thick"

"The fretwork installation is very impressive, and the choice of a wire that's tall but not too wide or chunky provides a great balance between accurate chord intonation and effortless string bending with a low action."

"Our sample was a breeze to play, and the floating vibrato - a regular moulded-block Squier unit with the addition of bent steel saddles - offers about a whole tone up-bend and good return to pitch."

"Even under scrutiny the price seems low. Affordable, classy, accessible to younger players - it's an exceptional job - 93%"

Dave Welsh, Guitar & Bass Magazine. Read the whole review in the January 2010 issue

Total Guitar Feature

Total guitar have written a complete lowdown on the Biffy Clyro guitars including in depth interviews with the band and Simon Neil talking about how he gets his massive live sound. Look out for the article in the December 2009 issue or click here to read it now!

• "Plays so sweet it even sees action at Biffy Shows"
• "It feels tough and professional, tunes up well, and doesn't feel like a £359 axe"
• "Pound for pound, this is the guitar that gets you closest to the sound of Only Revolutions."
• "To keen ears, there is increased tonal depth here that's critical for the huge sound of "Mountains", and will give your own riffs a boost even if you hate Biffy."

Henry Yates - Total Guitar - February 2010 Edition

Here's what Squier say about the Simon Neil Signature Strat

The Simon Neil Stratocaster guitar puts Simon's own personal touch on a Squier Classic Vibe series instrument. Based on his Fender Custom Shop Time Machine; ‘60s Stratocaster guitar, features include an alder body finished in Fiesta Red, vintage-tint gloss maple neck, Simon's signature on the back of the headstock and the Biffy Clyro band logo on the front.

Features

• Alder Body
• Maple Neck
• Rosewood Fretboard
• 3-ply mint green pickguard
• Three custom vintage-style single-coil pickups utilizing a mix of alnico III & V magnets - Perfect for rhythm parts and rich, clear leads
• Vintage-style tuning machines and tremolo, and aged plastic parts