Squier Affinity Tele MN 2-Tone Sunburst Modded 2014

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This second hand electric guitar is in great condition. Mirror scratchplate, gold neck pickup, black tuners The Affinity series sits near the entry-level of the Squier line aiming to deliver classic Tele style + tone at a lower price. The 2014 model has a number of standard tele features What Works Well  Classic Tele Tone The guitar delivers the characteristic Tele “twang” quite well. The bridge pickup cuts through with bite; the neck pickup gives smoother, more mellow tones. For clean settings, country, blues, indie, roots-rock, the sound is satisfying.  Playability Despite being a budget model, many users say it plays nicely: decent action (after a setup), frets are acceptable, the neck is comfortable. The slim C profile is approachable.  Looks / Style Vintage Tele styling is well-done: the finishes, pickguards, headstock shape, etc. For many, the butterscotch blonde, sunburst, or other classic Tele colors are very appealing. Even in lower price tiers, it hits the aesthetic expectations. Value for Money Users generally agree that for what you pay, you get a reasonable guitar. It’s not “premium,” but you get Tele identity, usable tone, decent hardware , especially if you’re not expecting boutique build or high-end parts. Modding Potential Because the basic wiring / pickup layout / body are standard Tele design, there’s good potential to improve over time: better pickups, better tuners, etc. Many players use them as “starter Telecasters” that they upgrade.  How It Performs in Practice Here’s how the guitar behaves when you actually play it (unplugged, plugged into amp clean/dirty, etc.): Clean tones: Pleasant. The bridge single-coil is crisp; neck is smoother. Acoustic resonance decent; body vibrates well. Recording: For home-recording, fine, especially with good mic’ing / amp / effects. Might need tweaks or upgrades for more demanding source quality. The 2014 Squier Affinity Telecaster is a solid beginner / intermediate guitar that gives you the Teleca