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Squier Affinity Starcaster DLX SSB

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Squier Affinity Starcaster DLX SSB

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Affinity Starcaster DLX SSB

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 594255
Brand: Squier
Model: Affinity Starcaster DLX SSB
Category: Semiacoustic Guitars
Price: $320.10

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

This Starcaster DLX is a fun, affordable semi-hollow that punches way above its weight. It's a solid choice for beginner to intermediate players wanting a classic rock or blues vibe – think early Aerosmith or The Black Keys. The build is surprisingly decent for a guitar in this category, and it's genuinely enjoyable to play.

Product Description

  • Squier Affinity Starcaster DLX SSB
  • Electric Guitar
  • Type: Semi hollowbody with centre block
  • Body: laminated maple
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Maple
  • Pearloid Dot fingerboard inlays
  • Nut: Synthetic Bone
  • Neck profile: "C"
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Fingerboard radius: 241 mm
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
  • 22 Medium jumbo frets
  • Pickup: 2 Ceramic Humbucker
  • Master volume and master tone control
  • 3-Way switch
  • Fully adjustable bridge with 6 saddles
  • Closed DieCast machine heads with split shafts
  • Chrome hardware
  • Strings: Nickel Plated Steel .009 - .042
  • Colour: Sienna Sunburst
PROS
  • • Laminated maple body delivers surprisingly warm, resonant semi-hollow tone.
  • • Ceramic humbuckers provide a hotter output and aggressive rock/blues voicing.
  • • Bolt-on maple neck offers comfortable playability and snappy response.
  • • Die-cast tuners ensure stable tuning, a welcome upgrade at this price point.
CONS
  • • Laminated construction, while good sounding, lacks the complexity of all-solid woods.
  • • ’C’ neck profile might not suit players preferring thinner, modern profiles.
  • • Limited tonal versatility; best suited for rock and blues, not delicate jazz.

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Key Features

Body Material Laminated Maple
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Maple with Pearloid Dot Inlays
Pickups 2 x Ceramic Humbuckers
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5")
Frets 22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge Fully Adjustable Bridge with 6 Saddles
Weight 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Starcaster has a warmer, more resonant tone due to the semi-hollow body, whereas the Telecaster is brighter and more twangy – quite different character overall.
Synthetic bone is a decent compromise; it’s more stable than plastic but not quite as premium as bone, so occasional maintenance is still advisable.
Yes, the center block helps tame feedback, but it's not a full block, so extreme high-gain scenarios might still require careful gain staging.

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