The Squier Strat comes in a variety of models different fingerboard wood, with or without the tremolo bar, different pickup types, and so on , but this review will be on the Squier Bullet Stratocaster with Tremolo bar.
A great guitar for first-time and early beginning players who want classic tones in an easy-to-play electric guitar that's incredibly affordable. Squier, which at the time was primarily a string manufacturer for violins, guitars, and banjos. Ever since, Squier has been the more affordable cousin of Fender guitars, being produced in China, Indonesia, India, Korea, Mexico, and Japan with cheaper materials and lower labor costs. Because Squier is owned by Fender, it is allowed to produce the Fender trademarked guitar styles—the Stratocaster and Telecaster, for example—but the cheaper versions of them.
To sum up: Squier is owned by Fender and is licensed to produce more affordable versions of virtually the same guitars. While I absolutely make no claims that the Squier Bullet Strat sounds identical to Fender Stratocasters, it does still sound great. The most fundamental difference between the guitars—the choice of tonewood—is the primary component to thank for the decrease in both price and tone.
Squiers typically use a basswood body, which we discussed earlier. Show's you how well I kno my guitars. The neck at the nut seems to be the same as my MiM Fender Strat. Is my CV slimmer too???? Thanks again for the kind words. Not been playing for too long several years. Still got lots to learn. But appreciate everyone who takes the time to listen to lil old me. Excuse mess in pics lol. Age: 51 Messages: 8, The necks on the Bullet guitars are usually pretty nice.
I like my Affinity a lot too. Some do not like the thinner body or narrower nut width but I am OK with that. There is a lot of love for the old MIJ Squiers, but many of the newer ones have a lot going for them as well. Some of the later ones have nice pickups and pots, and come in great colors.
It's funny, but the maple board on my Affinity tele actually gave me pause. Everything else I have is rosewood, not had a maple in years. The tele looks and actually feels wider, but a ruler confirms both maple tele and rosewood strat are the same neck size. Show Ignored Content. Your name or email address: Do you already have an account? No, create an account now. The 21 medium jumbo frets are well finished, and the edges are noticeably smoother than they are on the Bullet and Mini versions.
All Affinity Stratocasters come with a vintage style tremolo bridge that provides a much smoother playing experience than those offered on lower end versions, although it should still be used sparingly to avoid tuning issues. You get the choice of a classic Stratocaster 3 single coil setup, or, a HSS layout if you prefer having a higher output at the bridge position.
Both offer excellent versatility, and which one you should choose is purely down to player preference. The individual components of the bundle add up to more than the cost of the bundle itself, so it really does offer excellent value. The Contemporary series offers a huge leap in performance over even the Affinity models. They make a great choice for anybody looking to take their playing to the next level, or even for guitarists who may have played previously, but are looking to pick up once again and want something a little more special.
These Strats are based upon the Special edition Fenders that were built in Japan in the 80s and 90s, and were developed to showcase the cutting edge of guitar technology at the time. Starting with the looks, even a quick glance tells you that this is a more advanced guitar.
Dimensions are Fender standard, including a full Like the Affinity, the body is made from poplar, but the full width adds much more heft and more premium playing experience. At the back, the heel is sculpted to provide easy access all the way down to the 22 nd fret. The profile is a slim C shape, which adds lightning fast playability. Headstocks are painted, and are available in a body matched color, or gloss black, and the fretboard finish options include roasted maple or Indian Laurel.
Some of the most significant upgrades are to the electronics. There are a few options available when it comes to pickups:. These are fat, hard rocking humbuckers, with an incredible depth of tone. They offer incredible versatility, too — you can unlock single coil tones in the 2 nd and 4 th positions thanks to the coil tapping options available on the selector switch.
Finally, the dual Zebra ceramic humbucker option. Pickups: 3 x Standard Single Coil Strat. Left-handed: Yes. Reasons to avoid - Superior Squier Classic Vibe guitars aren't that more expensive. Affordable classic from the era that taste, and build quality, forgot. Body: Poplar. Frets: 21 Narrow Tall. Black Only With Maple Fingerboard. Reasons to avoid - More finish options would be nice.
Fender Player Stratocaster. The best Stratocaster for Champagne looks and feel for Mountain Dew money Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo. Reasons to avoid - Tuners are a bit stiff. Fender Vintera '50s Stratocaster Modified.
Left-handed: No. Finish: 2-Colour Sunburst, Daphne Blue. Reasons to avoid - Some may prefer the vintage spec un-modified version. Fender Boxer Strat HH. Fingerboard: Rosewood. Frets: 22 Jumbo. Pickups: 2 x Boxer Humbuckers. Reasons to avoid - You miss out on some classic Strat tones. Fender American Performer Stratocaster. The best Stratocaster if you want a US-built guitar on a budget.
Fingerboard: Rosewood Or Maple. Pickups: 3 x Yosemite Single Coil Stratocaster. Reasons to avoid - Not everyone loves vintage bent steel saddles. A versatile signature Strat with a bunch of tricks up its sleeve. Fingerboard: Maple. Finish: Olympic White. Reasons to avoid - Sustainer not necessary for most players.
Fender Tom Morello Stratocaster. Body: Alder. Neck: Maple, Bolt-on. Reasons to avoid - Not everyone gets the Floyd Rose thing - Signature models can alienate some…. Reasons to avoid - Vintage cats won't approve. Fender American Original 60s Stratocaster.
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