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Squier Affinity Telecaster Special (Maple)

Designed for beginners, this Squier Telecaster features two single-coil pickups and a 21-fret Maple neck and comes in a Butterscotch finish. (118) Read 25 reviews for this product | Rate and Review This Product
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Product Description

Squier's Affinity Series Tele guitar features two single-coil pickups, three-way switching and truly classic Telecaster guitar style. This versatile guitar is now available in a left-handed model. zZounds is an authorized dealer of Squier products.
General
- Model Name: Affinity Telecaster Left-Handed
- Series: Affinity

Body
- Body: Alder
- Body Shape: Telecaster
- Body Finish:
- 0310223550
- Polyurethane

Neck
- Neck Shape: "C" Shape
- Number of Frets: 21
- Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
- Fretboard Radius: 9.5" (24.1 cm)
- Fretboard: Maple
- Neck Finish: Polyurethane
- Nut Width: 1.61" (40.9 mm)
- Scale Length: 25.5" (64.8 cm)

Electronics
- Pickup Configuration: S/S
- Bridge Pickup: Single Coil Tele Pickup (Bridge)
- Neck Pickup: Single Coil Tele Pickup (Neck)
- Pickup Switching: 3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup
- Controls: Volume, Tone

Hardware
- Hardware: Chrome
- Bridge: 6-Saddle Top-Load Tele Bridge

Miscellaneous
- Strings: Fender USA 250L, NPS, (.009-.042 Gauges)
- Unique Features: Black Plastic Parts, Top Hat Switch Tip, Black Silkscreen Logo, Dot Position Inlays
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Shipping Weight: 11 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 45 x 15 x 4 in
Squier Warranty If you have additional warranty questions, please call the manufacturer at 480-596-7195
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4.5 out of 5 (118 ratings) Rate and Review This Product
zZounds has verified that this customer bought this product from us. This review has been selected by our experts as particularly helpful. "Best guitar value on the market today period!"
Sound: This guitar is simple one of the best for this price on the market today. I can get everything from distorted rock, to blues, to hot country licks and everything in between. Might want to use a compressor with it but even the American made Tele will need it too. Feature: This butterscotch finish with a black pickguard is a classic. It was flawless. The only thing I would change is the selector switch. Quality: More quality than I could have ever imagined for under $170. Get over your ego about having to have a $2000 Gibson and buy this guitar! Value: The best value I've seen on the market period. Manufacturer Support: Haven't had to use it and don't expect to. The Wow Factor: Classic looks, sound, and feel. You can feel as soon as you strap it on!
Style of Music: Hot country, blues, rock, southern rock, 80's metal
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"Squire out did themselve on this one"
Sound: This guitar sounds great, and for the price you can't beat it. I play mostly traditional country with a little southern rock and blues mixed it, and this guitar really delivers the old style "twang" that tele's are famous for. It is perfect for a clean country sound, but also gives you a great classic/southern rock sound when distorted. The neck pickup has a great soft sound, but it is a little weak. I may consider upgrading the pickups in the future, but for now I am very happy with it as is. I was a little concerned with how the top-loading bridge would effect the sound, but it doesn't to be an issue at all. Feature: If you want features, don't buy a tele. If you want a solid guitar that performs and sounds great, then buy this guitar. Ease of Use: I have played many different guitars over the years that cost hundreds more than this Squire, including some high end Fender Tele's, and this guitar is very comparable. It came ready to play right out of the box, and I did very little to achieve that classic Tele sound that I was aiming for. The neck is very fast, and very easy to play. The action is just right, and plays as good, if not better than much more expensive guitars. My brother has a collection of guitars ranging in price from $1000-3000, and very few of them outplay my Squire Tele, and none of them have that great Tele sound. Quality: For the money, you just can't beat it. In the past, I have payed much more for less. I guess with age and little experience, I have become less impressed with big brand names. I wanted a durable guitar that delivered the classic sound, and I found it with this Squire. It is very well made, and stays in tune even with hard struming and bending. With proper care, this Squire Tele will last you a long time. I haven't had mine long, but I expect to be playing it for many years to come. Value: Without question, the best value on the market that I have seen. This guitar could easily sell for $500 and still be a good deal. I couldn't be happier with my decision to purchase it. For $170 you can't go wrong. Manufacturer Support: I haven't needed it. The Wow Factor: I have always wanted to own a Tele, but didn't want to spend the money. When I saw this Squire Tele I thought I would take a chance, and I am very pleased that I did. It is very well made and when other musicians here it, they can't believe that it's not the real thing. Being a traditionalists, I was really attracted the butterscotch finish, and when I got it out of the box I was absolutely amazed by the beauty and craftmanship of this guitar. Squire out did themselve on this one. Overall: I love this guitar. I have always felt that you don't need to spend a fortune to get a quality insturment, and this Squire Tele is proof of that. All anyone with doubts has to do is play it and they will be sold. I never imagined that I would be getting such a great guitar when I purchased it, but this Tele has really impressed me. I would recommend it to any level of guitarist, from beginner to seasoned pro. So if you want to get ripped off and spend a fortune for a name then go buy a Les Paul, but if you want a quality guitar that plays and sounds great, then buy this Tele.
Style of Music: Country, Southern Rock, Blues
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