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Features
Squier Affinity Series® Stratocaster® FMT HSS
The Squier Affinity Series® Stratocaster® FMT HSS is a superb gateway into the Fender® family, combining legendary Stratocaster® design with player-friendly features and a striking flame maple top. Finished in Black Burst with a black pickguard and maple fingerboard, this guitar delivers classic style, comfortable playability, and versatile tone at an excellent value.
Loaded with a ceramic humbucker in the bridge position and ceramic single-coil pickups in the neck and middle positions, this HSS Strat® offers everything from crisp, articulate cleans to thicker rock-ready tones. A slim "C"-shaped maple neck, lightweight poplar body, 2-point tremolo bridge, and sealed die-cast tuning machines with split shafts make this Affinity Stratocaster® a smart choice for beginners, students, and players looking for an affordable, versatile electric guitar.
Why You'll Love It
- Eye-catching Black Burst finish with flame maple top
- HSS pickup configuration for added tonal versatility
- Thin and lightweight poplar body
- Comfortable "C"-shaped maple neck
- Maple fingerboard with 21 Medium Jumbo frets
- 2-point synchronized tremolo bridge
- Sealed die-cast tuning machines with split shafts
- Excellent choice for beginning and advancing players
Our Take
The Affinity Series® Stratocaster® FMT HSS gives players a lot of guitar for the money. The flame maple top and Black Burst finish make it look more upscale than a typical entry-level Strat, while the HSS pickup layout gives it enough range to handle blues, rock, worship, pop, country, and heavier styles. The split-shaft tuners are also a nice touch, making string changes cleaner and easier for newer players.
Technology Highlights
- HSS Pickup Configuration – Combines classic single-coil clarity with a fuller humbucking bridge pickup for rock and higher-gain tones.
- Flame Maple Top – Adds a premium visual appearance to the lightweight Affinity Series® body.
- 2-Point Tremolo Bridge – Provides smooth tremolo action and expressive pitch control.
- Split-Shaft Tuning Machines – Help make string changes easier while providing smooth, accurate tuning.
Features
- Poplar body with flame maple top
- Gloss Polyurethane finish
- Maple neck with comfortable "C" profile
- Maple fingerboard
- 9.5" fingerboard radius
- 21 Medium Jumbo frets
- Ceramic humbucker bridge pickup
- Ceramic single-coil neck and middle pickups
- 5-position blade pickup selector
- 2-point synchronized tremolo with block saddles
- Sealed die-cast tuning machines with split shafts
Specifications
| Model Number | 0378153539 |
| Manufacturer Part Number (MPN) | 0378153539 |
| Product Name | Affinity Series® Stratocaster® FMT HSS, Maple Fingerboard, Black Pickguard, Black Burst |
| Series | Affinity Series® |
| Color | Black Burst |
| Orientation | Right-Hand |
| Case/Gig Bag | Not Included |
| Recommended Case | Classic Series Stratocaster®/Telecaster® Wood Hardshell Case, P/N 0996106306 (Not Included) |
| Recommended Gig Bag | FE405 Electric Guitar Gig Bag, P/N 0991312406 (Not Included) |
| Body | Poplar |
| Body Material | Poplar |
| Body Top | Flame Maple |
| Body Finish | Gloss Polyurethane |
| Body Shape | Stratocaster® |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Neck Shape | "C" Shape |
| Neck Finish | Satin Urethane with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Fingerboard Material | Maple |
| Fingerboard Radius | 9.5" (241 mm) |
| Scale Length | 25.5" (648 mm) |
| Number of Frets | 21 |
| Fret Size | Medium Jumbo |
| Nut Material | Synthetic Bone |
| String Nut | Synthetic Bone |
| Nut Width | 1.650" (42 mm) |
| Position Inlays | Black Dot |
| Side Dots | Black |
| Truss Rod | Head Adjust |
| Neck Pickup | Ceramic Single-Coil |
| Middle Pickup | Ceramic Single-Coil |
| Bridge Pickup | Ceramic Humbucker |
| Pickup Configuration | HSS |
| Controls | Master Volume, Tone 1 (Neck/Middle Pickups), Tone 2 (Bridge Pickup) |
| Switching | 5-Position Blade Switch: Position 1. Bridge Pickup; Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup; Position 3. Middle Pickup; Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup; Position 5. Neck Pickup |
| Bridge | 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Block Saddles |
| Tremolo Arm | Standard |
| Hardware Finish | Chrome |
| Tuning Machines | Sealed Die-Cast with Split Shafts |
| Pickguard | 3-Ply Black |
| Control Knobs | Black Plastic |
| Pickup Covers | Black |
| Switch Tip | Black |
| String Trees | Dual-Wing |
| Strap Buttons | Standard |
| Neck Plate | 4-Bolt Squier® |
| Strings | Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges) |
What's Included
- Standard Tremolo Arm
- Owner's Documentation
- No case or gig bag included
Why Buy From Music Central?
- Authorized Fender® Dealer
- Serving musicians since 1987
- Every instrument is professionally inspected before it leaves our store.
- Need a setup? We'll gladly perform one to your preferred string gauge and playing style upon request.
- Friendly advice from experienced musicians—not just salespeople.
- Factory-authorized warranty support
- Fast shipping or convenient in-store pickup
Need Help Choosing?
Looking for a versatile Stratocaster® to start or continue your musical journey? Call Music Central at 270-885-0074. Our experienced staff can help you compare the Squier Affinity Series®, Sonic®, Classic Vibe®, Contemporary, and Fender® Player II models to find the right guitar for your playing style.
| Model: | 0378153539 |
| Manufacturer: | Fender |
