I just bought a Squire classic vibe thinline natural telecaster with humbuckers for $449 and I couldn't be happier. I bought my first Squire classic vibe Stratocaster from Alamo in 2019 and another great guitar. My son came over and said Squire , oh Dad,. I told him play either one and he was stoked, lol. So I'm happy to see even the cheapest Squiers are getting better. Thanks guys.
Man, I don't need another guitar, but here we go. It would be rad if now and then Cooper would spend a few minutes in these videos to teach us some of those sweet licks. That whole demo was so fun and sounded so good.
When I started learning guitar after retiring five years ago there was nothing like this guitar around - guitar shop salesmen would say 'the Telecaster purists would freak out if someone manufactured a Telecaster with a humbucker and belly relief'. So I bought a Squier Bullet and installed an SD 'Seymourised' mini humbucker in the neck position and an SD Little '59 in bridge position. I also cut belly relief in the body with an angle grinder fitted with a flapper abrasive disc and fitted Fender locking machine heads. I will never get back the money that I invested in that guitar, but it is one the most favourite guitars that I own. I prefer the Mocha with maple fingerboard and black pickguard - I'm already planning a visit to our local guitar dealer (when the wife isn't looking) - thanks guys.
I was searching for a reviewer because I just bought one unknowingly at a shop. Picked it up just cuz it looked nice and it played better than most of the player series there. It was also 299. Wild
I own one of the new Affinity Teles. I also own two Classic Vibe Teles. The tuners on the Affinity Tele are smoother and more consistent than the faux-vintage tuners on the Classic Vibes. I like that the six saddle bridge on the Affinity allows a more accurate setup. I very much prefer the matte finish on the neck of the Affinity Tele to the sticky necks on the Classic Vibes. To their credit, the Classic Vibe guitars do sound better. I've been wanting an HS tele for a while, and I might have to check these out.
I want one in blue. Squier is knocking it out of the park. Really wish Epiphone was more committed to delivering more value at the lower end of their range like Squier and PRS SE.
Great video! I have a FMT Sienna burst Affinity HSS Strat and it is GORGEOUS and plays like a dream. You don't see it much in this video but man, that flame on the top veneer on mine is really pretty and makes it look much more expensive than it is. It definitely stands out against a typical flat poly color or even a two-tone burst. Two other things I noticed that these share is the flat block style chromed saddles - They are super comfy and don't seem to collect dirt or rust like the bent style do. Second - the split tuners are fantastic. I won't buy another guitar that doesn't have these type of tuners. So clean and insanely easy to change your strings. I'm going to go play mine right meow!
I really appreciate that you have some actual experience and intelligence with playing and critiquing guitars. It's so annoying to try to watch beginners trying to bang away some bad out of tune chords and obviously have no real experience. Nice job. I will buy an Affinity tele for my stable of guitars. For one thing, they sound way better than Harley Benton's mud pickups. I crave the bite that a tele gives you, much more so than a strat.
Didn't realise how beautiful that Mocha finish is until this video. May get one as I've been tempted to buy a cheap Tele as I only own Strats and an LTD EC-1000.
Appreciate the insight as always, would have loved a little more time spent on how this guitar is improved vs previous Affinity series Telecasters. Lot's of "wow this guitar is great" but not a lot of specifics about how/why it's great as compared to other Squires, or the competition from Sire/etc.
Great review! Nice mix on those pickups and looks great. Are you guys going to review the new Tele Troublemaker? Would be cool to see Edit: Just checked the site and saw it there, excited for the video
I have been playing my Bullit every day. Sounds very tele. Fender makes the best necks in the businesd, so save your money for a good amp. The pickups are fine in these imho
Is this a good upgrade from a fender squier strat? I got the guitar/amp kit from guitar center a while back and i’m looking to upgrade. I love the tele especially in that crimson red 😮💨
Not sure if you guys can answer but since the Squire CVs get a lot of positive reviews do you believe they are worth the extra money or does idepend more on what specs you prefer? For example, I prefer these 6 saddle bridges over the traditional "ashtray" style only because I find those a challenge for subtle palm muting techniques. But other than that how do these hold up to CVs or even MIM...?
Love classic vibes. They are a vibe! 😉 if you like the vintage look and aesthetic on a budget they are hard to beat. These impressed us while we were also playing new Player II models. That’s why Cooper said it was top 10 up to $1kz
i‘ve been looking for a telecaster. I know they might not be comparable like that. But can anyone rather recommend a Fender Player series or the Squier?
What a stark contrast with Epiphone who has done cool things but has made their guitars so expensive that most people cant afford them anymore...whoever thought Epi would be getting to the 1600 range niw you have these at 300 bucks? Wow
I don’t understand guitars with a humbucker in the neck and a single coil in the bridge. I want more output when I flick to my bridge pickup, not less!
But on a Tele the bridge pickup is as powerful as a humbucker but with that signature twang. It is a massive single coil, not the same size as a Strat single coil. So in most cases yes, but Teles would be the exception. - Chris
Lower end Epi sounds like shit out of the box. The Humbucker is nice. Is a twangy guitar which you expect. It's nice to get something in tune out of the box. Treble is set to high on your playing for me taste. You can open g on that sucker and play like Keith.
So is squier affinity sliding into like the higher tier of the brand, it seems like Squier CV and Paranormal is kinda in the quality range of the previous MIM standards … seems like everything is leveling up….did they raise the quality of parts on the affinity series?
Indian Laurel fretboard on the Squier...for $199 you can buy a Jet JT-300 with roasted maple neck with rosewood fretboard and rounded fretboard edges...and ditch the uncomfortable square-edge binding on the top.
Love it when you review affordable gear!
I agree... lots of reviews of the high end stuff, but a lot of folks can't afford that. It's nice to see all price points.
@@dxcman1 I think at this point these affordable guitars are leaps better the the people playing them...
I just bought a Squire classic vibe thinline natural telecaster with humbuckers for $449 and I couldn't be happier. I bought my first Squire classic vibe Stratocaster from Alamo in 2019 and another great guitar. My son came over and said Squire , oh Dad,. I told him play either one and he was stoked, lol. So I'm happy to see even the cheapest Squiers are getting better. Thanks guys.
Man, I don't need another guitar, but here we go. It would be rad if now and then Cooper would spend a few minutes in these videos to teach us some of those sweet licks. That whole demo was so fun and sounded so good.
That dude sure does have a nice touch!
Slow the video down, go full screen, and watch his fingers as they work their magic.
🫢
I reckon these guitars look absolutely beautiful did you know what I'd like I would like the maple neck on the red body
When I started learning guitar after retiring five years ago there was nothing like this guitar around - guitar shop salesmen would say 'the Telecaster purists would freak out if someone manufactured a Telecaster with a humbucker and belly relief'. So I bought a Squier Bullet and installed an SD 'Seymourised' mini humbucker in the neck position and an SD Little '59 in bridge position. I also cut belly relief in the body with an angle grinder fitted with a flapper abrasive disc and fitted Fender locking machine heads. I will never get back the money that I invested in that guitar, but it is one the most favourite guitars that I own.
I prefer the Mocha with maple fingerboard and black pickguard - I'm already planning a visit to our local guitar dealer (when the wife isn't looking) - thanks guys.
Thanks for the shout out Chris and Cooper! You guys rock!
Squier have been knocking it out of the park recently, really nice lines, great prices.
I was searching for a reviewer because I just bought one unknowingly at a shop. Picked it up just cuz it looked nice and it played better than most of the player series there. It was also 299. Wild
Cooper's demo was too short! That sounded great.
Chris holds up flat bladed shovel with no strings, hands shovel to Cooper, Cooper performs mind-melting blues.
Leo created the Tele to be simple and mass produced, it's amazing to see Fender and Squier getting them in the hands of so many players at every level
Harley Benton is almost half the price and all accounts amazing.
I own one of the new Affinity Teles. I also own two Classic Vibe Teles. The tuners on the Affinity Tele are smoother and more consistent than the faux-vintage tuners on the Classic Vibes. I like that the six saddle bridge on the Affinity allows a more accurate setup. I very much prefer the matte finish on the neck of the Affinity Tele to the sticky necks on the Classic Vibes. To their credit, the Classic Vibe guitars do sound better. I've been wanting an HS tele for a while, and I might have to check these out.
I want one in blue. Squier is knocking it out of the park. Really wish Epiphone was more committed to delivering more value at the lower end of their range like Squier and PRS SE.
Thanks guys! Great review... nothing wrong with a great bang for the buck. I've owned Fender and Squier teles, but none this cool.
Great video! I have a FMT Sienna burst Affinity HSS Strat and it is GORGEOUS and plays like a dream. You don't see it much in this video but man, that flame on the top veneer on mine is really pretty and makes it look much more expensive than it is. It definitely stands out against a typical flat poly color or even a two-tone burst. Two other things I noticed that these share is the flat block style chromed saddles - They are super comfy and don't seem to collect dirt or rust like the bent style do. Second - the split tuners are fantastic. I won't buy another guitar that doesn't have these type of tuners. So clean and insanely easy to change your strings. I'm going to go play mine right meow!
300 bucks or 3 k , they all sound good when Cooper plays 'em ! Great demo .
These guys should be getting a cut on all the sales across the nation and beyond....
They do the best demos 😎🎸🎶💙
Finally a video on an affordable guitar,,,,thanks Guys.!!
Those look great and sound better! They are blues machines! Great guitars, I want to see a deep Blue FMT!!!
Cooper should include a clean tone as well so we can determine if the squires are well-rounded musically.
1:36 I believe the official color is "Crimson Red Transparent". My brother-in-law just bought one and loves it... crazy value for the money
I really appreciate that you have some actual experience and intelligence with playing and critiquing guitars. It's so annoying to
try to watch beginners trying to bang away some bad out of tune chords and obviously have no real experience. Nice job. I will
buy an Affinity tele for my stable of guitars. For one thing, they sound way better than Harley Benton's mud pickups. I crave the
bite that a tele gives you, much more so than a strat.
I’ve gotta say this is the nicest axe I’ve seen / heard at this price point. Great video as always boyz! 🤙
What a great channel!!!
Didn't realise how beautiful that Mocha finish is until this video. May get one as I've been tempted to buy a cheap Tele as I only own Strats and an LTD EC-1000.
Great video. How easily can I replace those tuners? Can I get the red with the maple neck...? I'm going to have to do some research. But looking good.
At this price, you could buy one of each and do what you want! ;)
Tuner are mounted like modern tuners, easy swap.
Growing my beard out along with you guys! These Squiers are pretty sweet and I might have to order one once I choose the color. Nice Spurs cap too!
Gotta kill off those no name brands competing on Amazon
Some of them have been coming on strong too. I just watched a video yesterday on a knock off tele that was only $249, and it sounded great!
You guys are being extra diplomatic.
I have a Squire Cabronita Thinline Tele and it's beyond amazing!
This might be the one I’d pick to get the Keith Richards type tele at an affordable price.
Some seriously wicked and tasty playing by Cooper. Think Imma get me one of these soon 🔜
Thanks for the heads-up! It's in my cart!😃
I would love to know how they compare against the Offset Telecaster and the CV series.
These are very cool guitars. Will they come in other colors?
Lol well looks like I'll be purchasing one really soon.. excellent reviews and playing as always 👍👍
Another great presentation! And a great showcasing of an entry level tele. It sounded really good. Was it run through a Blues Jr.?
Yes it was!
Appreciate the insight as always, would have loved a little more time spent on how this guitar is improved vs previous Affinity series Telecasters. Lot's of "wow this guitar is great" but not a lot of specifics about how/why it's great as compared to other Squires, or the competition from Sire/etc.
Good point. Everything is basically an improvement. The neck feel, fretwork, options is all better.
HS would be bucket in the bridge. Fender describes their Performer Tele Hum as an SH. It’s 4 times the price by the way lol!
would love to see you guys talk about the new squire starcaster deluxe. i can’t decide between that and a tele like these
Brilliant playing!
I would like to see the new squier jazz basses . They will be released on September.
Great review! Nice mix on those pickups and looks great. Are you guys going to review the new Tele Troublemaker? Would be cool to see
Edit: Just checked the site and saw it there, excited for the video
I have been playing my Bullit every day. Sounds very tele. Fender makes the best necks in the businesd, so save your money for a good amp. The pickups are fine in these imho
So, why don't they offer maple fretboards on the red one? It'd be an easy thing to do at the factory. That'd be the one I'd, personally, like.
Awesome guitars, but i want the red with Maple 😢
100% agree!
Chris is starting to look like a leprechaun with the long beard. All ya need his a green leprechaun hat. 😉😁🍀
Question: some of the cheaper telecasters are being made with a light body wood, which is great but causes neck dive. Is there any neck dive on these?
I’d like to see Cooper perform Texan Love Song 🎶
I wish Squier would bring back the John 5 Telecaster. Or make a new "Ghost" Tele.
Nice looking guitars. How might it compare to a G&L ASAT Tribute with humbucker in the neck? Obviously it has an MFD bridge but still...
Please review the Squier Paranormal Troublemaker Telecaster Deluxe and/or Squier Affinity Telecaster Thinline.
Is this a good upgrade from a fender squier strat? I got the guitar/amp kit from guitar center a while back and i’m looking to upgrade. I love the tele especially in that crimson red 😮💨
The tuners have vintage style split posts? Might have to get a red one, since i already have a mocha 40th anniversary.
Full size 1-3/4" thick body?
Prefer the colors to the Player II Teles.
the Squire stuff is killer
The heavy set young man talks to damn fast..In the intro it sounds like he said we are here in 'Sa ee toe tx
I got a G&L with a hummock in the neck
At the start of the video (1:25) you say they are $299, but then at 2:10 you say they are $399, so which is it?
How does this compare to the player 2 teles?
Not sure if you guys can answer but since the Squire CVs get a lot of positive reviews do you believe they are worth the extra money or does idepend more on what specs you prefer? For example, I prefer these 6 saddle bridges over the traditional "ashtray" style only because I find those a challenge for subtle palm muting techniques. But other than that how do these hold up to CVs or even MIM...?
Love classic vibes. They are a vibe! 😉 if you like the vintage look and aesthetic on a budget they are hard to beat. These impressed us while we were also playing new Player II models. That’s why Cooper said it was top 10 up to $1kz
What's a "Really Nice Weight" what do they Weigh?
this or the new fender player II series?
Quote of the day: “When a fan rushes the stage you can hit them with a Tele and it stays in tune.” 😂
i‘ve been looking for a telecaster.
I know they might not be comparable like that.
But can anyone rather recommend a Fender Player series or the Squier?
could you recommend nice amp for that set up?
The Cooper's murder nightmares and Chris in his underwear was 😟😟😱🤣
I don’t have an electric guitar. 7 acoustics, what would be an affordable amp to go with it?
Look at the Fender Mustang or Boss Katana amps for huge bang for buck power. Good sounds, Effects on board options that can go very loud if needed.
What a stark contrast with Epiphone who has done cool things but has made their guitars so expensive that most people cant afford them anymore...whoever thought Epi would be getting to the 1600 range niw you have these at 300 bucks? Wow
I don’t understand guitars with a humbucker in the neck and a single coil in the bridge. I want more output when I flick to my bridge pickup, not less!
But on a Tele the bridge pickup is as powerful as a humbucker but with that signature twang. It is a massive single coil, not the same size as a Strat single coil. So in most cases yes, but Teles would be the exception. - Chris
im glad you guys didnt cut the part where you talked about nightmares...that stuff was pretty damn funny
..to bad they don't come optional with the Classis Vibe neck
Cooper has never sounded better!
You guys tricked me into watching a video about some Affinity Squiers! As a Classic Vibe snob I’m greatly offended.😠
Ok, not really. Cool guitars.😉👍
I haven't seen any cool color choices like these for leftys. 😢
Nice... gotta be maple 👌
Beard reviews are in order.
Cooper, who taught you how to play guitar?
GYAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHNNNNNNG! Sorry, just emitting a primal scream for all left handed players.....
Indian lorel vs maple?
Yes
Sires and others have 22 frets!
Very nice
At 1:28 you say $299. Then at 2:12 you say $399.
🤔
Squier does it again 👍 except for Lefties 😒
Yep, we're the red-headed stepchild, gettin' the leftovers
Lower end Epi sounds like shit out of the box. The Humbucker is nice. Is a twangy guitar which you expect. It's nice to get something in tune out of the box. Treble is set to high on your playing for me taste. You can open g on that sucker and play like Keith.
First you said $299 then you said $399. Which is it?
$299 the ones on the video...$399 the classic Vibe models
Home runs? No, these are grand slams! Why have a mocca for breakfast when you can have a squire tele in mocca all day!
You guys are hilarious😂
No clean tone? Why? 🇨🇦
Fuck it.. I'm buying a Grote
dat pinky tho
So is squier affinity sliding into like the higher tier of the brand, it seems like Squier CV and Paranormal is kinda in the quality range of the previous MIM standards … seems like everything is leveling up….did they raise the quality of parts on the affinity series?
Indian Laurel fretboard on the Squier...for $199 you can buy a Jet JT-300 with roasted maple neck with rosewood fretboard and rounded fretboard edges...and ditch the uncomfortable square-edge binding on the top.
Whats going on with the beards? I feel like theres something Ive missed
🧔♂️ Chris always has one - Cooper often has one but shaves it off more often or goes stache only.
WHY DO YOU GUYS INSIST ON THROWING GAS ON MY G.A.S.?!??!?!
They are good for a person going from acoustic to electric guitar.
A REAL BUMMER THEY DON'T MAKE THEM IN A LEFT HANDED VERSION!!!!! AGAIN THE LEFTY'S LOOSE!!!
All they do is piss me off, and I'll look at Harley-Benton or other makers that give us more choices
They will. Be patient.
Hahaha! You guys...
it's SH
YAY.. first to comment.. haha