Squier Paranormal Cyclone Shell Pink 2020
Squier Cyclone, made in China 2020, Shell Pink. The Cyclone was a limited run Squier model that has popped up here and there a few times. They did very well in Japan especially, although it wasn't a Japan exclusive thing. This one dates to 2020 and was blessed with the ever-cool Shell Pink finish, so it's a very cute item indeed. The neck is nice: slim 40mm nut like a Mustang, Gibson-style 24.75" scale (unusual!) and carved to a comfy moderate U shape. The three pickups each get a Jag-style slider switch, so you can get lots of different sounds from them. All the sounds are good, save the all-3-on option; if they're all on they seem to fight each other. The tone is crisp and clear with a defined attack, and a little different to any other Fender model while also sounding very much like part of the family. All up: this Cyclone is definitely our favourite natural disaster manufactured in a Chinese facility in 2020.
Model: Squier Paranormal Cyclone
Made: China, 2020
Serial: CYGK20008253
Finish: Shell Pink, gloss poly
Body: poplar
Neck: maple, Indian laurel fretboard, 24.75" scale, 40mm nut, U shape
Weight: 3.660kg
Mods: trem arm shrink wrapped
Pickups: Squier alnico single coil x3
Accessories: trem arm only, no case
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has no major marks. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor scuffs on the back only. The back has minor scuffs between the trem cavity and back edge. The sides have no major marks. The front has minor scuffs on the back edge, some dimples up from the bridge and some play wear on the guard and horns.
Overall: excellent condition (9/10)
Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. Wearing fresh 10/46 strings.
Fret life: 9/10, minor wear only