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Squier Affinity Series Telecaster Electric Guitar (2-Color Sunburst)

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Adorama has Squier Affinity Series Telecaster Electric Guitar (2-Color Sunburst) for $159. Shipping is free.

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About this item:
  • High-quality Squier Affinity Series Telecaster Electric Guitar with 2-Color Sunburst finish
  • Features a smooth-playing maple neck in a comfortable "C"-shaped profile
  • Equipped with 21-fret maple fingerboard for a wide range of tones
  • Vintage-style single-coil Telecaster pickups with three-way switching for versatile sound
  • Top-load Telecaster bridge with six adjustable saddles for precise intonation
  • Body Type: Solidbody
  • Neck Construction: Bolt-On
  • Body Material: Alder
  • Squier 1 Year Limited Warranty

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Model: Squier Affinity Series Telecaster Electric Guitar, Maple, 2-Color Sunburst

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caotico
05-17-2024 at 09:20 PM.
05-17-2024 at 09:20 PM.
I'd bite if I needed another tele. Probably a step up from my limited edition squier bullet tele, but it still plays well.
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YouDontNeedIt
05-18-2024 at 06:46 AM.
05-18-2024 at 06:46 AM.
Affinity series Stratocaster in the same classic boring burst color is also on sale for the same price:

https://www.adorama.com/sq3106035...ailPrice=t

Squier Affinity and Sonic (previously Bullet) series are thinner than the standard thickness that Squier Classic Vibe series and Fender branded models have. It's not a "bad thing" per se, just something to be aware of. Some might even consider it to be a good thing due to weight savings.

I feel like these are a great deal at this price if you're in the market for a budget guitar.
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Delirious
05-18-2024 at 07:33 AM.
05-18-2024 at 07:33 AM.
Very nice deal. They're basically giving these away after the shipping.
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lynx44
05-18-2024 at 10:15 AM.
05-18-2024 at 10:15 AM.
Are these regular size? I just started playing in the last few months, and my only electric is about 3/4 the normal size and I'd like to get a full size. I don't think I'll ever get really serious about playing, should I pick this up?
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jocko2
05-18-2024 at 10:30 AM.
05-18-2024 at 10:30 AM.
Quote from lynx44 :
Are these regular size? I just started playing in the last few months, and my only electric is about 3/4 the normal size and I'd like to get a full size. I don't think I'll ever get really serious about playing, should I pick this up?
This is a standard size guitar and a good choice if you just knock around on a guitar for fun. Adorama's an excellent company and I think you will be happy with the guitar.
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Curtitout
05-18-2024 at 10:51 AM.
05-18-2024 at 10:51 AM.
I need this like I need another guitar...but I don't have a Tele and they're making it irresistible. I did have one before. I had to totally set it up, but it would not intonate, so I returned it. Hopefully a fluke.
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dsixfiddy
05-18-2024 at 11:55 AM.
05-18-2024 at 11:55 AM.
Cheap enough for another wall hanger. Unfortunately, I'm running out of wall.
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jazyje
05-18-2024 at 12:17 PM.
05-18-2024 at 12:17 PM.
Spend a bit extra for the classic series?
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lewiscypher
05-18-2024 at 12:23 PM.
05-18-2024 at 12:23 PM.
Quote from Curtitout :
I need this like I need another guitar...but I don't have a Tele and they're making it irresistible. I did have one before. I had to totally set it up, but it would not intonate, so I returned it. Hopefully a fluke.
There is a problem with your logic, You don't have a Tele.. so that means you need another guitar.
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05-18-2024 at 02:19 PM.

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05-18-2024 at 02:19 PM.
Quote from jazyje :
Spend a bit extra for the classic series?
I have both a Classic Vibe and an older Affinity Tele, and while the CV is no doubt a better guitar, it's not 2x better than the Affinity (or nearly 3x at this sale price). Honestly, I play my Affinity more than my CV, but mainly because it has an uncharacteristic belly cut (Affinity Telecasters used to be contoured for comfort, but judging by the photos here, I wonder if Squier ditched the contours in favor of the traditional cutting board body).
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TalentedRoad6417
05-18-2024 at 07:22 PM.
05-18-2024 at 07:22 PM.
I actually think this is a mislabeled Bullet Tele or Sonic, mislabeled by the retailer. But It's still a good deal for a Bullet or Sonic.

Current and recent Affinity Teles have string through body bridges, belly cut, and a gold Squier logo on headstock. This guitar advertised on website does not. It has top loading bridge, no belly cut, and headstock logo appears solid black.

This looks more like a bullet or sonic Tele based on features and price. The regular price is $250 USD for Affinity Teles, not $230.

This could be a special run for this retailer but idk.
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comixfan
05-18-2024 at 09:52 PM.
05-18-2024 at 09:52 PM.
Quote from TalentedRoad6417 :
I actually think this is a mislabeled Bullet Tele or Sonic, mislabeled by the retailer. But It's still a good deal for a Bullet or Sonic.

Current and recent Affinity Teles have string through body bridges, belly cut, and a gold Squier logo on headstock. This guitar advertised on website does not. It has top loading bridge, no belly cut, and headstock logo appears solid black.

This looks more like a bullet or sonic Tele based on features and price. The regular price is $250 USD for Affinity Teles, not $230.

This could be a special run for this retailer but idk.

Ah-ha! That's it then— the listing is for an older Affinity (they had slab bodies and top loading bridges until around 2020). Did Adorama unearth a stockpile of old guitars? Or did they just use an old listing by mistake? If anyone buys one, please let us know what you get!
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ScarletRoom193
05-19-2024 at 06:58 PM.
05-19-2024 at 06:58 PM.
I got one and it's actually affinity series.
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