Squier Telecaster Thinline Affinity MN 3-color Sunburst

A "Thinline" Telecaster at the Heart of the Squier Affinity Line

Designed as an accessible entry point into the Fender universe, this Affinity Telecaster Thinline embraces the spirit of the lightweight design introduced in the late 1960s: an iconic look, modernized ergonomics, and reliable construction choices to play anywhere-at home, rehearsals, or on stage.

Who Is It For and What Styles?

Ideal for beginners as well as intermediate players, it suits a wide range of styles: pop, rock, indie, funk, soul, country. Comfortable action, satin neck, and stable tuning thanks to sealed split-shaft tuners provide confidence from the first notes and allow for steady progress.

Sound

The semi-hollow poplar body offers natural midrange openness and dynamic response while retaining the typical Tele attack. The two ceramic single-coil pickups deliver bright, cutting highs at the bridge, warmer and woodier tones at the neck, and a snappy blend in the middle position. Simple wiring (Master Volume/Master Tone) and the string-through-body bridge enhance sustain and definition, from funky riffs to crystalline arpeggios.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To maintain playability and tuning stability, opt for a nickel 9-42 string set (factory setup), a Tele/Strat-sized gig bag or case, a quality 6.35 mm TS jack cable, and a strap with standard strap locks. A 6-string electric guitar capo will fit perfectly.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	SS	Scalloped	Simple
Category	TL	Body	Poplar
Left handed	No	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Strings	Steel	Electronics	Passive
Nbr of strings	6	Color	Gradient
Top	Maple	Finishing	Glossy
Fingerboard	Maple	Hardware	Chromed
Nbrs of frets	21

Body wood	poplar (chambered "Thinline" body)	Pickguard	3-ply black
Shape	Telecaster	Pickup covers	chrome neck, black bridge
Finish	glossy polyurethane lacquer	Control knobs	flat knurled
Neck wood	maple	Hardware finish	chrome
Construction	bolt-on	Strap buttons	standard
Profile	comfortable thin "C"	Factory strings	nickel plated steel .009-.042
Radius	9.5" / 241 mm	Neck plate	Squier, 4 screws
Fingerboard inlays	pearloid dots	Pickup configuration	SS
Side dots	white	Bridge pickup	ceramic single-coil
Number of frets	21	Neck pickup	ceramic single-coil
Truss rod	headstock access	Controls	Master Volume, Master Tone
Nut	synthetic bone	𝟯-𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵
Nut width	1.65" / 41.9 mm	▸ Position 1	bridge pickup
Neck finish	satin urethane (glossy headstock)	▸ Position 2	bridge + neck pickups
Bridge	string-through-body, 6 saddles	▸ Position 3	neck pickup
Tuners	sealed die-cast, split-shaft (easy restringing)	Versatility	pop, rock, indie, funk, country
String guide	Dual-Wing