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Squier by Fender Affinity Stratocaster Beginner Electric Guitar - Maple Fingerboard, 2-Color Sunburst

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  • 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
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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
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hand orientation
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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 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 by Fender

    Squier Affinity Stratocaster Highlights

    "C"-Shaped Neck Profile

    Single-Coil Pickups

    Squier Headstock Logo

    Fender Play

    "C"-Shaped Neck Profile

    The 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 Pickups

    Dynamically responsive, clear-sounding single-coil pickups provide crisp, rich tone.

    Two Color Headstock Logo

    The elegant gold and black two-color headstock logo lends a touch of class to this instrument.

    Get Started with Fender Play

    Fender 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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    Customer Reviews
    4.6 out of 5 stars
    1,234
    4.6 out of 5 stars
    1,907
    4.5 out of 5 stars
    194
    4.4 out of 5 stars
    144
    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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    4.1 out of 5 stars
    181
    4.6 out of 5 stars
    1,234
    4.5 out of 5 stars
    12
    4.5 out of 5 stars
    373
    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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    4.5 out of 5 stars
    4.5 out of 5
    431 global ratings

    Customers say

    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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    42 customers mention42 positive0 negative

    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

    38 customers mention31 positive7 negative

    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

    37 customers mention31 positive6 negative

    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

    34 customers mention34 positive0 negative

    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

    13 customers mention13 positive0 negative

    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

    13 customers mention13 positive0 negative

    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

    7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

    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

    8 customers mention5 positive3 negative

    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

    high end guitar!
    5 Stars
    high end guitar!
    im so glad i bought this guitar after trying many other guitars in this price range. simply the best! Very light compare to others. The body is very slim! I hate heavy guitars... makes my thigh go numb. and neck is just feels so good with natural mat end. This guitar makes me want to play guitar!! and that's what guitars are for right?! So exited!!
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    Jeff M.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lives up to Fender quality at an entry level price point.
    Reviewed in Canada on November 20, 2020
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    2.0 out of 5 stars L’elettronica è assolutamente scarsa
    Reviewed in Italy on November 14, 2021
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelentes materiales para el precio
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelentes materiales para el precio
    Reviewed in Mexico on June 29, 2020
    Muy bien acabada, los trastes no raspan, suena Perfecto. Obvio se tienen que hacer ajustes para que no desafine, pero nada que no le tengas que hacer a cualquier otra Strat.
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    Andrea
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