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Squier by Fender Affinity Stratocaster Beginner Electric Guitar - Maple Fingerboard, 2-Color Sunburst
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Brand | Fender |
Color | 2-Color Sunburst |
Body Material | Poplar |
Neck Material Type | Maple |
Fretboard Material Type | Maple Wood |
Guitar Pickup Configuration | S |
String Material Type | Alloy Steel |
Hand Orientation | Right |
Guitar Bridge System | Tremolo |
Scale Length | 25.5 Inches |
About this item
- Slim and comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile
- Loaded with a trio of Squier single-coil Strat pickups with 5-way switching for genre-defying sonic variety
- Vintage-style tremolo bridge for expressive string-bending effects
- Sealed die-cast tuning machines for smooth, accurate tuning
- Satin neck finish
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Craftsmanship | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.5 |
For beginners | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.7 |
Value for money | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.6 |
Versatility | — | — | 4.7 | 4.0 | 4.0 | — |
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hand orientation | Right | Right | — | Right | Right | Right |
number of strings | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
fretboard material | Maple Wood | Maple Wood | Maple Wood | Laurel Wood | Maple Wood | Maple Wood |
back material | — | Maple Wood | Poplar | Poplar | Maple Wood | POplar |
top material | — | Maple Wood | Maple Wood, Poplar Wood | Poplar | Maple Wood | Maple Wood, Poplar Wood |
string material | Alloy Steel | Nickel | — | Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges) | Nickel | — |
body material | Poplar | Poplar | Poplar | Poplar | Poplar | Poplar |
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Product information
Item Weight | 9.9 pounds |
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Product Dimensions | 45.5 x 4 x 15 inches |
ASIN | B0002H0KGU |
Item model number | 0310603503 |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #72,334 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #724 in Solid Body Electric Guitars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | May 1, 2009 |
Body Material | Poplar |
Color Name | 2-Color Sunburst |
Fretboard Material | Maple Wood |
Guitar Pickup Configuration | S |
Scale Length | 25.5 Inches |
String Material | Alloy Steel |
Neck Material Type | Maple |
Number of Strings | 6 |
Guitar Bridge System | Tremolo |
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Product Description
The best value available today in electric guitar design, Squier Affinity Series guitars deliver solid sound with slick style. The Affinity Series Stratocaster combines the classic features that made the Stratocaster a rock ‘n’ roll favorite: sonic flexibility, authentic Fender sound, vintage style and eye-catching finishes.
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Squier by Fender
Squier Affinity Stratocaster Highlights
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"C"-Shaped Neck ProfileThe comfortable "C"-shaped neck profile of this instrument (the shape of the neck in cross section) is sculpted to impart a vintage-style playing feel. The most prevalent neck profile shape, it’s remarkably comfortable and is ideal for all playing styles. |
Squier Standard Single-Coil PickupsDynamically responsive, clear-sounding single-coil pickups provide crisp, rich tone. |
Two Color Headstock LogoThe elegant gold and black two-color headstock logo lends a touch of class to this instrument. |
Get Started with Fender PlayFender Play offers new and returning guitar, bass, and ukulele players an intimate, easy-to-use online platform to learn the skills necessary to really play. Lessons are song- and riff-based using popular and instantly recognizable songs, and the ever-expanding song library spans a variety of genres with even more being added in the coming months. Don’t just learn. Go Play. |
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Body Material | Poplar | Poplar | Poplar | Laminated Maple |
Pickup Configuration Options | SSS, HSS | SS | HH | HH |
Pickups | Standard Single-Coil, Standard Humbucking | Standard Single-Coil | Standard Humbucking | Standard Humbucking |
Neck Finish | Satin | Satin | Satin | Satin |
Fingerboard Material | Laurel, Maple | Laurel, Maple | Laurel | Maple |
Bridge Options | 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo with Cast Saddles | 6-Saddle Hardtail with Cast Saddles | 6-Saddle Strings-Through-Body Hardtail | 6-Saddle Adjustable with Stop Tail |
Pickguard | 3-Ply White | 3-Ply White, 3-Ply Black | 3-Ply Black | None |
Available in Left-Handed | Yes | Yes | No | No |
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Body Material Options | Poplar | Poplar | Poplar | Poplar | Pine, Nato, Poplar, Soft Maple |
Pickup Configuration Options | SSS | SSS, HSS | SSS, HSS | Active HH, HH, HSS | SSS, HSS |
Pickups | Standard Single-Coil | Standard Single-Coil, Standard Humbucking | Standard Single-Coil, Standard Humbucking | Ceramic Single-Coil, Ceramic Humbucking, SQR Active Ceramic Humbucking | Fender-Designed Alnico Single-Coil, Fender-Designed Alnico Humbucking |
Scale Length | 22.75" | 25.5" | 25.5" | 25.5" | 25.5" |
Neck Finish | Satin | Satin | Satin | Satin | Vintage Tinted Gloss |
Fingerboard Material Options | Laurel | Laurel | Laurel, Maple | Laurel, Maple | Laurel, Maple |
Bridge Options | 6-Saddle Hardtail | 6-Saddle String-Through-Body Hardtail | 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo with Cast Saddles | Floyd Rose Licensed Double Locking Tremolo, 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Block Saddles | 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo with Bent Steel Saddles |
Tuning Machines | Sealed-Gear Die-Cast | Sealed-Gear Die-Cast | Sealed-Gear Die-Cast | Sealed-Gear Die-Cast | Vintage-Style |
Left-Handed Options | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Customers like the appearance, quality and sound quality of the guitar. For example, they mention it looks great, sounds good and is well built. Some appreciate the value for money. That said, they're happy with the comfort, ease of playing and the tuners.
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Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the guitar. For example, they mention it's a great looking guitar, with a beautiful maple neck. The finish is really nice, and the color is beautiful and consistent. Some say that the guitar is amazing for experienced players and a decent starter guitar.
"...The finish is beautiful, I could find no imperfections. I was able to set the action to 3/32", very low with no buzzing...." Read more
"...The finish on it is really nice, the silvery grey pickguard looks great against the black body...." Read more
"...otherwise it needs nothing else it plays great looks great and is a very nice guitar to play...." Read more
"...quality, but the one on the squier had a good hefty feel to it, same satin finish...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the guitar. They say it's well built, has a smooth and well finished fretboard, and is a great looking instrument. Customers also appreciate the mechanical parts, saying they were almost perfect. They also like the light weight but sturdy feel, and mention that it'll last many years.
"...The whammy (tremolo/vibrato/whatever) bar works fine, and does not cause the guitar to go out of tune, at least playing surf music...." Read more
"...The rosewood fretboard is very smooth and well finished. The fret wires are nice and comfortable and not "cheese-gratery"...." Read more
"...Nothing is wrong with it, It is a very well made guitar. After a tuning it upI plugged it into my marshal amp...." Read more
"...You can clearly see that the neck maple on the fender is a better quality, but the one on the squier had a good hefty feel to it, same satin finish...." Read more
Customers like the sound quality of the guitar. They say it sounds good, has a good tone, and looks great. Some customers also mention that the guitar plays really well for the price.
"...volume up to match the high strings to my liking, but it still sounds very good...." Read more
"...Only flaw is the poor quality pickups. The humbucker sounds good but the single coils are weak and muddy sounding. I usually replace pick ups anyway...." Read more
"...String height was OK and pickup height was just fine. The tone is pretty good but will put alnico 5 's on it in the future...." Read more
"...Mini deluxe amp which has a clean tone and a crunchy tone and it sounds great there too...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the guitar. They mention that it is a high-end guitar, and plays really well for the price.
"...I was blown away by the quality for the price. And the surf green looks great!" Read more
"...A good inexpensive guitar for a beginner that is easily upgrade-able is my take. I purchased from Sam Ash through Amazon...." Read more
"...I have had many guitars but I would like to say this guitar is amazing for the price. I was expecting less to be honest...." Read more
"Good guitar for the money. Keep in mind that the ends of the frets are too sharp, I personally used a filer...." Read more
Customers find the guitar very comfortable, with a smooth neck and good tuners. They say it's a good starter guitar that conforms to their body.
"...The fret wires are nice and comfortable and not "cheese-gratery"...." Read more
"...The maple fretboard is a lot better feeling than the rosewood, i'm very well pleased with this guitar. would buy another one in a minute." Read more
"...the fender is a better quality, but the one on the squier had a good hefty feel to it, same satin finish...." Read more
"...about the maple neck being too sticky but it's as smooth as can be when playing. For the price you really can't beat this guitar if you want a strat...." Read more
Customers find the guitar easy to play. They say it has a pleasant experience, the pick-ups are good, and the sound is fantastic. Some say it makes them want to play guitar and has good action. Overall, customers say it's a good beginner guitar.
"...expensive guitar but for the price it does the job and is very enjoyable while playing." Read more
"...The playability is perfect and the sound is fantastic!..." Read more
"...Action was low and perfect. It sounds and looks great. There are no ragged frets...." Read more
"...with ceramic magnets and 500K large pots making it sound clear and pleasant, as I said not bad....the maple on the neck looks beautiful and feels..." Read more
Customers find the setup of the guitar to be easy. They mention that it plays great out of the box, and that it's perfect for beginners.
"...Very little setup required, minor neck relief, it was great out of the box.The finish is beautiful, I could find no imperfections...." Read more
"...I would venture to say it was set up perfect from the factory. No flaws in the finish, neck is perfect, action is amazing...." Read more
"...This guitar plays very nicely, good action, nice setup out of the box...." Read more
"...It fits the same holes and is super easy to install...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the weight of the guitar. Some mention that it's lightweight, easy to play standing up, and has a slim body. Others say that it was a bit heavier than they thought, and the strings are heavier than expected.
"...2: This guitar weighed in at 7.5 lbs, very light...." Read more
"nice beginner electric guitar to have, the only thing was bit heavier than we thought, wish it came with a straps, sounds pretty good so far." Read more
"...Much better tone, tuning, feel, weight. Everything! I’m a little bit in love with it! Awesome value!" Read more
"...simply the best! Very light compare to others. The body is very slim! I hate heavy guitars... makes my thigh go numb...." Read more
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The finish is beautiful, I could find no imperfections. I was able to set the action to 3/32", very low with no buzzing. The pickups were the only letdown, I still cant bring the lower string volume up to match the high strings to my liking, but it still sounds very good.
Two very important qualities of this Affinity Stratocaster that I like: 1:The neck (nut) width is short, I measured 1-5/8", which is great for people with small hands. 2: This guitar weighed in at 7.5 lbs, very light.
The whammy (tremolo/vibrato/whatever) bar works fine, and does not cause the guitar to go out of tune, at least playing surf music. If you go Eddie Van Halen on it, all bets off. My only criticism is that it attaches with coarse thread, so it wont stay where you leave it. I'm going to try teflon tape on the bar threads. I was blown away by the quality for the price. And the surf green looks great!
Update: Still playing and loving this guitar. I took it to a local music shop for a professional setup, new strings (D'Addario 9's), and they also smoothed the fretwire ends and polished them. It plays fantastic and stays in tune while playing even after some tremolo dive-bombs. I still recommend it for a beginner.
I plugged it into my marshal amp. The neck feels so smooth and slick pickups sound pretty good so far. I am really impressed with this guitar. After I play with it awhile i will update this review.
I've had this guitar for about 3 weeks now. Put new strings on it and adjusted the intonation. String height was OK and pickup height was just fine. The tone is pretty good but will put alnico 5 's on it in the future. otherwise it needs nothing else it plays great looks great and is a very nice guitar to play. The maple fretboard is a lot better feeling than the rosewood, i'm very well pleased with this guitar. would buy another one in a minute.
The tuners have a good feeling to them and seem so far to be stable. I'm still swapping these for locking tuners for added stability and ease of use(hipshot has a nice set which doesn't require drilling for 50 bucks)
I boyght the burst finish, you can cleaely see it's a 3 piece ash body, being an affinity the body is a bit thinner than the Am std, I can still feel the whole body vibrate nicely when hitting the strings.
The pickups are the weak link on this guitar. I'm changing these for a vintage hot noiseless pups for hum free tone.
All in all this guitar will come with its upgrades at less than 350, a real bang for the buck if you compare it to a stock MIM.
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Reviewed in Mexico on June 29, 2020