Squier Affinity Stratocaster Electric - Lake Placid Blue, Maple Fretboard

Squier Affinity Stratocaster Electric - Lake Placid Blue, Maple Fretboard

Discover legendary Fender-inspired tone, iconic Stratocaster styling, and effortless playability with the Squier Affinity Stratocaster. Designed for beginners, hobbyists, and experienced players alike, the Squier Affinity Series Stratocaster delivers outstanding performance, versatile sound, and premium features at an affordable price.

Finished in a striking Lake Placid Blue gloss with a contrasting black pickguard and smooth Maple fretboard, this electric guitar combines timeless vintage aesthetics with modern player-focused refinements. Its lightweight Poplar body provides exceptional comfort during long practice sessions, rehearsals, and live performances, while the slim “C”-shaped Maple neck ensures a fast and comfortable playing experience for all skill levels.

The Squier Affinity Stratocaster features three ceramic single-coil pickups in a classic SSS configuration, delivering bright cleans, sparkling highs, punchy mids, and dynamic Strat tone perfect for rock, blues, pop, funk, indie, and classic guitar music. The 5-way pickup selector switch unlocks a wide variety of tones, giving players maximum versatility for studio recording, practice, and live gigs.

A modern 2-point synchronized tremolo bridge provides smooth vibrato action and improved tuning stability, while sealed die-cast tuning machines with split shafts allow precise tuning adjustments and quick, easy restringing. Medium jumbo frets and a comfortable 9.5" fingerboard radius make string bends, chord transitions, and lead playing feel smooth and effortless.

Whether you’re searching for the best beginner electric guitar, a reliable practice instrument, or an affordable Strat-style guitar with authentic Fender character, the Squier Affinity Stratocaster in Lake Placid Blue is built to inspire players at every stage.

Key Features

• Classic Stratocaster electric guitar design
• Eye-catching Lake Placid Blue gloss finish
• Maple fretboard with black dot inlays
• Lightweight Poplar body for enhanced comfort
• Slim “C”-shaped Maple neck for easy playability
• Satin neck finish for smooth hand movement
• 3 ceramic single-coil pickups (SSS configuration)
• 5-way pickup selector for versatile tones
• 2-point synchronized tremolo bridge
• Chrome hardware with sealed die-cast tuners
• Medium jumbo frets for expressive bends and vibrato
• Ideal for beginners, students, hobbyists, and gigging musicians

Specifications

Body

• Body Material: Poplar
• Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
• Body Shape: Stratocaster

Neck

• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Finish: Satin Urethane with Gloss Headstock Face
• Neck Shape: “C” Shape
• Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
• Fingerboard: Maple
• Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)
• Frets: 21 Medium Jumbo
• Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
• Nut Width: 42 mm
• Position Inlays: Black Dot

Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: Ceramic Single-Coil
• Middle Pickup: Ceramic Single-Coil
• Neck Pickup: Ceramic Single-Coil
• Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1, Tone 2
• Pickup Switching: 5-Position Blade Switch

Hardware

• Bridge: 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Block Saddles
• Hardware Finish: Chrome
• Tuners: Sealed Die-Cast with Split Shafts
• Pickguard: 3-Ply Black
• Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.009–.042)

The Squier Affinity Stratocaster Electric Guitar combines classic Fender-inspired design, modern performance upgrades, and versatile Strat tone - making it one of the most popular affordable electric guitars for players of all levels.