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Squier Affinity Series Starcaster Electric Guitar, with 2-Year Warranty, Black

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  • 100% designed by Fender
  • Offset semi-hollow body
  • Dual Squier humbucking pickups
  • Satin neck finish
  • Chrome-plated hardware
  • Hand orientation: Right

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Customer Ratings
For beginners
4.8
4.8
4.6
4.6
4.6
4.3
Value for money
4.3
4.3
4.5
4.8
4.8
4.4
Craftsmanship
4.0
4.0
4.7
4.8
4.8
4.1
Versatility
4.0
4.0
5.0
4.8
4.8
4.0
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hand orientation
Right
Right
Right
Right
Right
Right
number of strings
6
6
6
6
6
6
fretboard material
Maple Wood
Maple Wood
Maple Wood
Laurel Wood
Laurel Wood
Laurel Wood
back material
Maple Wood
Maple Wood
Maple Wood
Poplar
Poplar
Mahogany Wood
top material
Maple Wood
Maple Wood
Maple Wood
Poplar Wood
string material
Nickel Steel
Nickel Steel
Nickel
Nickel Steel
Nickel Steel
Nickel
body material
Maple
Maple
Poplar
Poplar
Poplar
Poplar

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Product Description

Product Description

The Starcaster broke the mold of semi-hollow guitar design with its offset body shape when it was introduced in the ‘70s, offering versatile sound and out-of-this-world styling for the most adventurous players. The Affinity Series Starcaster creates massive tone courtesy of its dual Squier humbucking pickups and is easy to play thanks to its slim, comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile. This Squier model also features a unique contoured headstock, an adjustable bridge with stop tailpiece for solid tuning stability, durable chrome-plated hardware and a smooth satin neck finish for a natural feel.

From the Manufacturer

The Starcaster broke the mold of semi-hollow guitar design with its offset body shape when it was introduced in the ‘70s, offering versatile sound and out-of-this-world styling for the most adventurous players. The Affinity Series Starcaster creates massive tone courtesy of its dual Squier humbucking pickups and is easy to play thanks to its slim, comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile. This Squier model also features a unique contoured headstock, an adjustable bridge with stop tailpiece for solid tuning stability, durable chrome-plated hardware and a smooth satin neck finish for a natural feel.


From the manufacturer

Squier by Fender

Squier Affinity Series

Squier Affinity Series

A superb gateway into the time-honored Fender family, the Squier Affinity Series delivers legendary designs for any player at any stage. Choose from a wide range of iconic guitar and bass models with enticing finishes and start turning your affinity for music into a lifelong passion.

Squier Affinity Starcaster Highlights

Arched Semi-Hollow Body

Adjustable Bridge with Stop Tailpiece

Contoured Headstock

Fender Play

Arched Semi-Hollow Body

The Starcaster model features an offset arched semi-hollow body with center block for minimal feedback.

Adjustable Bridge with Stop Tailpiece

The adjustable bridge and stopbar tailpiece create rock-solid tuning stability.

Contoured Headstock

The Starcaster features a contoured headstock, a unique stylistic touch.

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
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.4 out of 5 stars
376
4.5 out of 5 stars
171
4.6 out of 5 stars
107
4.4 out of 5 stars
144
Body Material Poplar Poplar Poplar Poplar Poplar Laminated Maple
Pickup Configuration Options SSS, HSS HH SS HH SS HH
Pickups Ceramic Single-Coil, Ceramic Humbucker Ceramic Humbucker Ceramic Single-Coil Ceramic Humbucker Ceramic Single-Coil Standard Humbucking
Neck Finish Satin with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face Satin with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face Satin with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face Satin with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face Satin with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face Satin
Fingerboard Material Options Laurel, Maple Laurel, Maple Laurel, Maple Laurel, Maple Laurel Maple
Bridge 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Block Saddles 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Block Saddles 6-Saddle Strings-Through-Body Tele 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Block Saddles 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Block Saddles Adjustable with Stopbar Tailpiece
Pickguard 3-Ply Black, 3-Ply White 3-Ply Black, 3-Ply White 3-Ply Black, 3-Ply White 3-Ply Black, 3-Ply White 3-Ply Black, 3-Ply White None
Tuning Machines Sealed Die-Cast with Split Shafts Sealed Die-Cast with Split Shafts Sealed Die-Cast with Split Shafts Sealed Die-Cast with Split Shafts Sealed Die-Cast with Split Shafts Sealed Die-Cast with Split Shafts
Available in Left-Handed No No Yes No No No
Squier Affinity Starcaster Squier Contemporary Active Starcaster Squier Classic Vibe Starcaster
Squier Affinity Starcaster Squier Contemporary Active Starcaster Squier Classic Vibe Starcaster
Customer Reviews
4.2 out of 5 stars
119
4.4 out of 5 stars
211
Body Material Laminated Maple Laminated Maple Laminated Maple
Pickup Configuration HH HH HH
Pickups Standard Humbucking Squier SQR Active Ceramic Humbucking Fender Wide Range Humbucking
Neck Finish Satin Satin Urethane with Gloss Urethane Headstock Contour Vintage Tinted Gloss
Fingerboard Material Maple Roasted Maple Maple
Bridge Adjustable with Stopbar Tailpiece 6-Saddle Adjustable Bridge Adjustable with Stopbar Tailpiece
Tuning Machines Die-Cast Sealed Die-Cast with Split Shafts Vintage-Style

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4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2 out of 5
119 global ratings

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Customers like the quality, value, appearance and sound quality of the guitar. For example, they mention it's a really nice guitar, has great sound and is great value for money. Some appreciate the finish and the pickups are nice and glossy. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

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15 customers mention12 positive3 negative

Customers like the quality of the guitar. They mention it's a really nice, fabulous, and beautiful guitar. Some say that the pickups are nice and glossy.

"Great guitar, and not JUST for the price. Plays unbelievably straight from the box." Read more

"Beautiful guitar but poor quality/disappointing especially for a Fender brand...." Read more

"...and love it but this stripped down version is comfortable and has great (and a different) tone that makes it an awesome addition for any player!" Read more

"...box and I was gigging with it in a week... Plays superb and the pickups are nice and glossy or meaty... always loved the semi hollow body style..." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the guitar. They say it is a high quality guitar for the price, and is extremely pretty for the money. Customers also mention that the guitar sounds great for the value.

"Mind-blowing how good this sounds for the price!" Read more

"Great guitar, and not JUST for the price. Plays unbelievably straight from the box." Read more

"This guitar is beautiful!!! Extremely pretty for the price. The model I got however was awful, extremely poor construction...." Read more

"Great value for money. Did a lil setup for string action and tuning, but that's it..sounds very nice too!" Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the guitar. They mention that it is beautiful, has a perfect finish, and the pickups are shiny or meaty.

"...It is Beautiful to look at, It sounds amazing, and I love it! Don't let the word "Squire" discourage you, this guitar Kills!" Read more

"This guitar is beautiful!!! Extremely pretty for the price. The model I got however was awful, extremely poor construction...." Read more

"...with it in a week... Plays superb and the pickups are nice and glossy or meaty... always loved the semi hollow body style guitars for their extra..." Read more

"Out of the box the scrub wed nearly perfect. I'm time. beautiful. summer amazing. great tone, sustain, feel, look... great guitar...." Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the guitar. For example, they mention that the tone is great, has a different tone, and is clear.

"...I love it! the vol/tone knobs work well with swells. The tone is great. sounds awesome clean and with overdrive and distortion. Great clearity...." Read more

"...(and a different) tone that makes it an awesome addition for any player!" Read more

"...the guitar works but the neck is messed up. overall sounds great minus the messed-up neck...." Read more

"...I'm time. beautiful. summer amazing. great tone, sustain, feel, look... great guitar. I'd pay more for it. 👍 great!..." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the guitar. They mention that it plays superbly, and is unbelievably straight from the box.

"I paid $210 for this. Out of the box it plays great. Fit and finish are excellent...." Read more

"Great guitar, and not JUST for the price. Plays unbelievably straight from the box." Read more

"...great right out of the box and I was gigging with it in a week... Plays superb and the pickups are nice and glossy or meaty... always loved the..." Read more

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5 Stars
Awesome for the price
I paid $210 for this. Out of the box it plays great. Fit and finish are excellent. You won’t be disappointed at this price, whether a beginner or a seasoned pro.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2023
Color: 3-Color SunburstSize: FullVerified Purchase
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Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2023
Color: 3-Color SunburstSize: FullVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome for the price
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2023
I paid $210 for this. Out of the box it plays great. Fit and finish are excellent. You won’t be disappointed at this price, whether a beginner or a seasoned pro.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2023
Color: BlackSize: FullVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2023
Color: Olympic WhiteSize: FullVerified Purchase
6 people found this helpful
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Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2024
Color: 3-Color SunburstSize: FullVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2022
Color: BlackSize: FullVerified Purchase
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Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2023
Color: Olympic WhiteSize: FullVerified Purchase
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3.0 out of 5 stars Great model, poorly made !!
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2023
This guitar is beautiful!!! Extremely pretty for the price. The model I got however was awful, extremely poor construction. Not only cosmetics but the neck can't be played. See the pictures!

These are all the issues I found:

- Frets are lifting from the fretboard! At least 5 are lifting, with 2 creating significant fretbuzz. I discovered this while setting the action low, can't be done, can't be played! Worse thing is they tried to mask by filling the frets, some are super flat already.

-The F holes finish is awful, there are chunks of the white paint. I wasn't expecting a nice finish but this is just a bad job. This could be fixed and I don't think any guitar below $500 will have a properly finished F holes, but this is too much.

-Neck pocket finish isn't properly finished.

Also note that the black binding isn't a real binding, it is just paint. Looks nice tho!

This is my first time buying a guitar online, this one is out of stock at my local shops. Overall nice guitar, I will return this one and order another one to see if I have better luck.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2023
Color: Olympic WhiteSize: FullVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyed 😉
Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2023
It's nothing to spectacular ill update in 3 months

UPDATE: it's pretty solid keeps up with some of my others no problem a fun little guitar to play I plan on modding it soon so 😊 check back again 😊
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Happy Buyer
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this guitar. Big rich sound, easy to play....What more could you want?
Reviewed in Canada on January 19, 2023
Color: BlackSize: FullVerified Purchase
2 people found this helpful
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7tual
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfecta
Reviewed in Mexico on July 14, 2021
Color: Olympic WhiteSize: FullVerified Purchase
Maninder singh kumar
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome timbre and Slick fretboard
Reviewed in India on December 2, 2022
Color: BlackSize: FullVerified Purchase
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Pedro C
5.0 out of 5 stars Buena para un principiante...
Reviewed in Mexico on January 18, 2021
Color: 3-Color SunburstSize: FullVerified Purchase
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John Dunlop
5.0 out of 5 stars Very impressed
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 30, 2021
Color: Olympic WhiteSize: FullVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very impressed
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 30, 2021
What can I say. What a pleasant surprise this guitar was. Kudos to trevor-davies-music for a sterling set up, height and intonation were perfect, the guitar was even in tune right out of the box! ( except the bottom E string, but we'll let that slide )
The guitar itself is a joy to play, very resonant, almost Bell like. The tones are very rich and vibrant. The neck is very slim, the frets are finished perfectly, no rough edges, no raised frets.
It looks good, it sounds amazing, I've yet to try it out with my band at gig type volume, but I'm hoping it'll be just as good and I'm also hoping this will become my main gigging guitar, it really is that good.
Don't be a snob about the squier brand name, this is as good, sound wise and quality wise, as anything the parent company would put out.
A lovely guitar that's easy to fall in love with
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