The Best Budget Super Strat

Are you looking for the best budget Super Strat available today?

If you’re confused about which Super Strat to buy, don’t worry, we’ve chosen the very best available today, and broken down all the features.

A few are HSS Super Strat guitars, some are HH, but they all have a tremolo and the classic Super Strat shape.

So, here are the best budget Super Strats.

The Best Budget Super Strat: Best Overall

Ibanez Prestige RG652AHM

Are you ready for the best budget super Strat on the market today? Check out the Ibanez RG Prestige RG652AHM.

First, it has an ash body in the classic Ibanez RG shape that has comfort cutouts, and sculpted heel joint for maximum ease of playability.

Next is the Super Wizard HP-shaped neck that is composed of 5 pieces of maple and walnut with an unbelievable 17″ radius. As a result, it’s very stable, while also being invitingly easy to shred on.

The bound Birdseye Maple fretboard has 24 jumbo frets and dot inlays so it’s got a timeless look, and is designed to shred on.

Additionally, the high-output DiMarzio pickups, an Air Norton neck pickup, and a DiMarzio ‘The Tone Zone’ bridge pickup, are wired for a wide range of tonal options, as well as classic crunchy shred tones critical to a super Strat.

Finally, the Edge tremolo bridge and Gotoh Magnum tuners will provide you with unparalleled tuning stability, precise tuning adjustment, and dynamic resonance.

The Ibanez RG Prestige RG652AHM is the best super Strat for the money, hands down since it’s built for comfort, speed, and tone.

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The Best Budget Super Strat: Best Budget

Jackson Dinky JS11

Are you ready for a first-class Super Strat at a no-frills price? Then check out the Jackson Dinky JS11.

It’s a very simple Super Strat with a Dinky-shaped body made of poplar that’s designed for shredding.

The neck is maple with graphite reinforcement, a scarf joint, and a radius of 12″. As a result, it’s very stable and easy to play.

The amaranth fretboard has 22 jumbo frets and dot inlays so it looks sleek, and is shred-friendly.

With two Jackson high-output humbucking pickups it delivers a full tone, that’s perfect for playing distorted tones. It’s all controlled by a master volume knob, master tone knob, and a 3-way switch.

Finally, the 2-point fulcrum tremolo can add a bit of daring to your playing and will let you dive bomb, and properly intonate your guitar.

The Jackson Dinky JS11 is an ideal budget Super Strat that works and sounds exquisite.

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The Best Budget Super Strat: Best Runner-up

Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HSS 2PT CM

Explore the ultimate in Super Strat shredding design with the Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HSS 2PT CM.

It starts with the classic Dinky body shape made of alder with a shredder’s heel for effortless playing to the last fret.

The bolt-on neck is made of 2 pieces of caramelized maple in “Speed” shape with a compound radius so it’s designed to be very stable and is a shredder’s dream to play no matter where you are on the neck.

Additionally, the fretboard is also caramelized maple with rolled edges, 24 jumbo frets, and a GraphTech Tusq nut. As a result, it’s very stable and makes your playing effortless.

With 3 Seymour Duncan custom pickups, a Full Shred SH-10B at the bridge, a Custom Flat Strat SSL-6 Single Coil in the middle, and at the neck, you get a very wide range of dynamic tones.

Finally, a Gotoh Custom 510 tremolo provides high-performance tuning stability and intonation while letting you add texture to your shredding.

The Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HSS 2PT CM is a top-of-the-line Super Strat that’s surprisingly affordable.

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The Best Budget Super Strat: Best Fender Super Strat

Fender Limited Edition HM Strat

You’re looking for a Fender Super Strat, you say? Then check out the Fender Limited Edition HM Strat!

It has a custom Strat body made of basswood so it’s lightweight and resonant as well as being contoured for easier fret access up the neck.

The maple neck is in a thin “C” shape with a 17″ radius making it very shred-friendly, and still comfy to play.

Notably, the rosewood fretboard has 24 jumbo frets and dot inlays so it’s got a classic look and tone.

The HSS setup is controlled with a 5-way switch, master volume control, and separate tone controls for the neck/middle pickups and the bridge pickup. Additionally, the pickups are custom high-gain output so they’re perfect for fast shredding tones as well as having a toggle switch to split coil the humbucker.

Finally, the Floyd Rose Special Double-locking tremolo and Gotoh tuners will ensure tuning stability no matter how many squealies and dive bombs you play.

The Fender Limited Edition HM Strat is a worthy recreation of the classic 80s HM Strat.

From its colorful souped-up body to the logo on the black headstock, this is Fender’s Super Strat.

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The Best Budget Super Strat: Best Under $1000

Ibanez Genesis Collection RG550

Interested in playing some vintage Super Strats of the past? Then check out the Ibanez Genesis Collection RG550.

It has a basswood body that’s lightweight, resonant, and comfortable to play

The Super Wizard-shaped neck is composed of pieces of maple and walnut so it’s durable, very stable, and effortless to shred on.

The maple fretboard comes with 24 jumbo frets and a radius of almost 17″ so it’s designed for Super Strat playing ease.

With an Ibanez V8 humbucker in the bridge position, a single-coil Ibanez S1 in the middle position, and an Ibanez V7 humbucker at the neck you’re all set to create a wide range of blistering shred tones.

Additionally, the pickups are wired for split-coil sounds and let you dial in even more tonal options.

Finally, the Edge tremolo bridge, locking nut and Gotoh tuners guarantee exceptional tuning stability, excellent intonation, and timeless Ibanez performance.

The Ibanez Genesis Collection RG550 is an updated “reissue” of Ibanez’s original Super Strat guitars.

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The Best Budget Super Strat: Best Under $500

Ibanez Steve Vai Signature JEMJRSP

Wouldn’t you like to own one of the original Super Strat guitars for a modest investment? Then check out the Ibanez Steve Vai JEMJRSP.

It has a meranti body in a classic Super Strat shape with cutouts that make it comfy to play and Vai’s famous “Monkey Grip” cutout.

The Wizard III shaped maple neck has a 15.74″ radius so it’s very stable and provides a fast playing surface for serious shredding.

And there’s more: the jatoba fretboard has a Tree of Life inlay and 24 jumbo frets so it has a rich mid-range tone with a crisp high end, as well as a distinctive look and versatile playing surface.

With Infinity humbuckers at the neck and bridge positions and an Infinity single-coil in the middle, you’ll be able to go from warm, rich tones to sharp vibrant lead tones effortlessly.

The 5-way switch is wired for split-coil sounds, and the master volume and tone controls are easily adjustable.

Finally, the double-locking tremolo ensures high-performance tuning stability no matter what bends or dive bombs you perform.

The Ibanez Steve Vai JEMJRSP is a Super Strat icon, available at a modest price.

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The Best Budget Super Strat: Best Under $300

Jackson Dinky Arch Top JS32 DKA

Are you ready for an affordable Super Strat that has classic Jackson tones? Then check out the Jackson Dinky Arch Top JS32 DKA.

It has a poplar body with an arched top that’s shaped to make it comfy to hold, and easy to shred on the higher frets.

The bolt-on maple neck has a scarf joint and graphite reinforcement ensuring maximum stability and enhancing resonance.

Plus, the neck has a compound radius of 12″-16″ inches. As a result, the fretboard flattens out the higher you go on the neck giving you an optimal surface to shred on.

Additionally, the amaranth fretboard has 24 jumbo frets and Jackson’s classic Sharkfin inlays making it easier to play on and giving you a classic Super Strat look.

And with two Jackson High-Output humbuckers you’re ready to play the crunchy tones that Jackson guitars are famous for.

Finally, the Floyd Rose Licensed Jackson Tremolo ensures the tuning stability and dive-bombing Super Strats are known for.

The Jackson Dinky Arch Top JS32 DKA has the classic Jackson headstock, all-black hardware, and Sharkfin inlays that let everyone know this Super Strat means business. And all at an affordable price!

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The Best Budget Super Strat: Best Under $200

Ibanez GIO GRGA120

Do you want to stretch your purchasing power? Then check out the Ibanez GIO GRGA120!

It’s a Super Strat with a poplar body that has an arched top and binding on the body, so it looks as good as it sounds.

The GRGA shaped maple neck is very stable, and has an easy to shred on neck radius of 15.74″.

With a bound purpleheart fretboard that has 24 jumbo frets and dot inlays, you’re all set to play arpeggios of epic proportion.

The Ibanez Infinity humbuckers at the neck and bridge positions have a classic tone and are controlled by master tone, master volume, and a 5-way switch.

Additionally, the pickups are wired for split-coil in 2 positions, giving you a wider range of tonal options.

Finally, the T102 tremolo is reliable, and time-tested to keep your guitar properly intonated while allowing a bit of magic to your playing.

At such an affordable price, the Ibanez GIO GRGA120 more than satisfies your need for a Super Strat.

It has the looks and tone of a much more expensive guitar, so click here to get yours now.

FAQ

• What other Super Strats are there?
  • See this post on the Ibanez Prestige guitars and this one on shred guitars.
• Super Strat Vs. Strat?
  • You can think of a Super Strat as an updated Stratocaster that has improvements catering to shred guitarists. Guitars like the Jackson Dinky and the Ibanez RG became popular largely because they developed features lacking in a regular Fender Stratocaster. They usually have humbuckers and some type of Floyd Rose Tremolo.
• See this post for Strat copy recommendations