John Squire’s 1950s Fender Stratocaster “Waterfall”
This black Fender Stratocaster was one of John Squire’s main guitars during The Stone Roses reunion tour in 2012–2013. He frequently used it on songs like I Wanna Be Adored, Fools Gold, This Is the One, She Bangs the Drums, and I Am the Resurrection.
Based on its appearance, the guitar is either an original 1950s vintage Stratocaster or, more likely, a Fender Custom Shop replica. The heavy wear on the body—almost excessive—suggests it may be a relic model from the Custom Shop rather than a naturally aged vintage piece.
The only modification Squire made to the guitar was writing part of the lyrics from Waterfall in white paint across the body.
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