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Exploring the Squier Sonic Series Telecaster Models | Fender

Exploring the Squier Sonic Series Telecaster Models | Fender

Description

The Squier Sonic Telecaster maple fingerboard electric guitar is ready to launch any musical adventure into warp speed, offering iconic Fender style and inspiring tone for players at any stage. This Tele sports a slim and inviting C-shaped neck profile, a maple fingerboard and a thin, lightweight body for optimal playing comfort, while a pair of Squier single-coil pickups chime with crystal clarity for a wide variety of versatile tones. Further details of this model include a six-saddle hardtail bridge for reliable intonation, sealed-gear tuning machines for smooth, accurate tuning and durable chrome-plated hardware that is sure to catch the spotlight.
Squier Sonic Telecaster Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar Butterscotch Blonde
Squier Sonic Telecaster Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar Butterscotch Blonde
Squier Sonic Telecaster Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar Butterscotch Blonde

Features

  • Poplar body
  • Slim C-shaped neck profile
  • Maple fingerboard
  • Squier single-coil pickup set
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Specs

Body
  • Body Type: Single cutaway
  • Body wood: Solid poplar
  • Body finish: Gloss
Neck
  • Neck shape: Slim C
  • Neck wood: Solid maple
  • Joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 25.5"
  • Truss rod: Head adjust
  • Neck finish: Satin
Fingerboard
  • Material: Solid maple
  • Fret size: Narrow-Tall
  • Number of frets: 21
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut width/material: 1.65"
Electronics
  • Configuration: SS
  • Neck: Proprietary
  • Bridge: Proprietary
  • Control layout: Master volume, Master tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-Way
Hardware
  • Bridge: Six-saddle top-load tele with block saddles
  • Tuning machines: Sealed
  • Color: Chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 6 String
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Orientation: Right-Handed

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Reviews

4.55

20 Reviews

95%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Good for the price but save for Affinity
Very Nice

Most Liked Positive Review

5

What an amazing value!

I own about a dozen guitars, have owned some collectibles along the way. I was in GC looking at other "pro" axes and picked this one up on a whim. The tone is what struck me first, a clear, classic bell-like purity. I kept trying other guitars and coming back to this one. Next was the satin neck, a comfortable fit, and the fret ends were smoother than models costing several times more! For the price, I almost felt like I was stealing it. The frets did feel gritty at first, but after playing the guitar for several days, they now feel perfectly smooth. The final touch for me was individual bridge saddles. I was a Strat guy exclusively for some 40 years and never liked the traditional Tele saddles. With all that said, I'm now the very happy owner of a guitar I never thought I'd own. I've been bringing it down to the local weekly bar jams, and it's gotten more compliments on how its tone than any of my other guitars. Will wonders never end? Just like at the store, I pull out my other guitars, then come back to this one. It's just got that bit of magic. Oh yeah, and before I forget, it stays in tune just fine, even going from cold car into a warm club. That's as much as one could hope for.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Good for the price but save for Affinity

I am using this to practice, record myself and post some tiktoks about music. I stopped playing for a while but I decided to get this guitar and practice again. You can feel that the fretboard is cheap compared to a Classic Vibes version. The edge of the frets don't bother me but you will feel them as you practice. Some screws are slightly crooked (not noticeable at first glance). The pickguard is going to be scratched the first week. The tones are good enough for what I need. The pickups give you that classic Telecaster sound. I will say, the tones on the high E and low E strings feel a little flat to me, but that's a subjective thing.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Jamming18
  2. Practicing17
  3. Recording7
  4. Small Venues7
  5. Rock Concerts2
Cons
  1. Poor Pick Up5
  2. Craftsmanship2
  3. Flat Sound2
  4. Fret Buzz2
  5. Just needed a slight adjustment on the action,1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced14
  2. Novice4
  3. Professional Musician2
Pros
  1. Fun To Play19
  2. Good Feel18
  3. Good Tone15
  4. Good Pick Up10
  5. Solid Electronics9

Reviewed by 20 customers

  • Great for beginners

    4

    submitted17 days ago

    byKohen

    fromWashington state

    I bought this about 8 months ago now and have enjoyed it thoroughly. In its stock form you get an amazing beginner guitar that will stay with you. The pickups are not great but that's an easy swap. 10/10 would recommend to beginners only.

  • Good for the price but save for Affinity

    3

    submitted4 months ago

    byBRYAN

    fromIndiana, USA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I am using this to practice, record myself and post some tiktoks about music. I stopped playing for a while but I decided to get this guitar and practice again. You can feel that the fretboard is cheap compared to a Classic Vibes version. The edge of the frets don't bother me but you will feel them as you practice. Some screws are slightly crooked (not noticeable at first glance). The pickguard is going to be scratched the first week. The tones are good enough for what I need. The pickups give you that classic Telecaster sound. I will say, the tones on the high E and low E strings feel a little flat to me, but that's a subjective thing.

  • Very impressed

    5

    submitted4 months ago

    byRick

    fromAltamonte Springs, Florida

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Feels - plays and sounds like a much more expensive guitar. I am so impressed with this purchase. I practice with this unit more than some of my other guitars. For the price I would recommend it. Definitely worth more than the price.

  • So much nicer than I expected!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    byRoss

    fromLos Angeles, CA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I was shopping for a completely different guitar when I saw this on the wall. I'd always been Tele-curious, so I pulled it down and plugged it in just to see how it felt. Totally surprised at how comfy it was, and the tone is fantastic! I'd never tried a Squier before, either - my first electric was a Fender Strat in the 90s - and I can't believe how much I like it, especially for a budget guitar. Running it thru my Pod GO, it sounds just as good as ny more expensive guitar I've ever played. It was such a deal, I had to buy it AND the other guitar.

  • Awesome guitar

    5

    submitted8 months ago

    byJesse

    fromTexas

    Yes I had fret leveling to do ....yes I few sharp frets I filed ...yes uneven tuning keys as far as tension goes which I fixed...pick ups were very good and yes I love this guitar plays and feels warm to the touch and makes me play with delight...it's one of my favorite guitars and I own quite a few most are high end Gibson, prs, and such...by the way I don't like fender guitars.

  • Best Squier Ever

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byTony

    fromChicago IL

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I always wanted a Telecaster and I finally got the Yellow Squier Tele and ohhh how it sounds wonderful I am so happy with this purchase and I will buy more for sure. Great job Guitar center you guys rock!!!

Q&A

Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted8 months ago

    asked bySteve

    fromNashville

    What is the fretboard radius?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Squier Sonic Telecaster with a maple fingerboard typically features a 9.5" fingerboard radius.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked bysusan

    fromdelray beach fl

    what isthe weight of this guitar

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    All guitars vary depending on the density of the wood. Manufacturers usually only spec size and type of wood. Guitars are generally between 6 and 12 lbs. They can be more. The only way to know the weight of an individual instrument is to weigh it. I'm sorry but I don't have one to weigh. This will be approximately 7.5 – 8.0 lbs.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byAl

    fromOxnard

    Where is made?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    This is made in Indonesia.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byAshton

    fromThornton CO

    Dose it come with strings attached or do you need too buy and or attach them

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    It will already have strings.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byJustus

    fromMetropolis, Ill

    How much does it weigh?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    All guitars vary depending on the density of the wood. Manufacturers usually only spec size and type of wood. Guitars are generally between 6 and 12 lbs. They can be more. The only way to know the weight of an individual instrument is to weigh it. I'm sorry but I don't have one to weigh. This will be approximately 7.5 – 8.5 lbs

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byanth1225

    fromOrland, Ca

    How's the twang or am I going to have to replace the pups?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    I don't understand that question in regard to a Tele. I don't know what you would replace the pups with.