Yes, they are! I have seen these too. They look pretty cool. I actually accidentally bought one from an online auction without realizing that it was a 24" scale. It arrived damaged so the seller refunded me and didn't want it back. I used Bondo to fill the damaged areas and I've primed and painted the body. The neck is very nice. I had a custom pickguard made and will soon assemble it with a metal covered humbucker at the bridge and two single coils and a coil split. It should be a fun guitar. I like that it's a hard tail. Thanks for watching!
Yeah! What's going on with this? There are several listings and they've gone up in price and they continue to use incorrect pictures on the listing. This one with the cheap amp was just $260. I saw on Amazon it said "over 500 sold this month." That's not cool.
The two point trem is so nice, too, and so are the split tuners. I have those on a Strat and even though I bought upgraded tuners for it, they're too nice to take off.
So I contacted Austin's Bazaar after ordering one of these. They let me know that they checked it before sending and that it did indeed have 2 point trem, some previously had a 6 screw setup. They also did update the information to be a "debut" in the description "Debut Collection Stratocaster features..." I'll keep you all posted once mine comes in as I was just looking for a stupidly cheap Delonge body lol.
Yes, please do let me know when you receive it! I highly doubt that it will be a 2-point trem considering they added Debut to the description because the Debut features a 6-screw. But, I hope they did! If so, I'll order one. I checked the listings that I could find and none of them show "Debut" in the title and all still feature the Affinity photos with all the other differences still shown inaccurately. Thanks for watching and for commenting. I did just receive a surf green Strat body from GF, which was labeled as Daphne blue. haha
@ aw man haha yeah I was waiting for a Daphne blue to pop up on Amazon or Austin’s again and never saw one come back around. I’ll let you know once I get it. Yeah they changed it down in the description section. The photo appears to still show the affinity headstock and tuners which I called out as well, they pretty much said these were updated photos they had listed and that any gloss or out of spec guitar would’ve been an accident so no clue.
@@powerzup Yeah, I think AB is crap. It's a fulfillment company, not a musician-run (or music-centric) business like Fender. It's too bad that Fender deals with them.
Definitely not! It's so weird that they keep re-listing this guitar incorrectly, even though that apparently is not what they ship anyone who orders this. I spoke with customer service about this several times, and now they clearly know that their listings are inaccurate, yet they are doing nothing to correct it. It seems nearly like intentional (or at least known) deception. They probably figure that most of their buyers are parents purchasing gifts for their kids, who might not know what to check or look for. It's odd.
@@ScuttleProductions So, they won't let you return it? Or do you like it enough to keep it. Man, I had some weird dealings with them about two Leo Jamyz guitars (don't get me started on that). Something was definitely shady about that deal. Its well documented on my channel.
@@TedTalksGuitars I'll take a look! They did immediately offer a return, and I should have exchanged it for the bundle without the amp, but they also offered a small partial refund, which I think would save them money on shipping in both directions, and then having a pre-owned item to sell. They offered 15% and then tried to settle for 10%, so I ended up getting $29 back, which covers most of the increased cost of the amp. Luckily I got the original $200 deal for $190 (biz price), so I was OK with that. I'm curious about your story. I'll check it out. They seem to be a general fulfillment company, that manages some Amazon inventory for Fender.
For the cost, that is a great deal! I checked and couldn’t find them anymore on Amazon. You got a good deal. For the price you could easily upgrade it and have an amazing fiddle. Wish they were still, up. I prefer those smaller headstocks and the fretboard and surf green look great together.
It's been back and forth a lot -- in stock, not in stock. Try this title (with amp, which links to the one without): Fender Squier Stratocaster Electric Guitar - Surf Green Bundle with Amplifier, Gig Bag, Cable, Strap, Picks, and Austin Bazaar Instructional Video. ITEM B0DKP9RWMF I have the listing up right now.
With the teenie pre-CBS headstock and the 6 point trem and a matte finish, that is certainly a debut but in a new color. The Affinity's have a large headstock and a two-point trem. Squier has only done a matte finish on two guitars this century. The debuts and the Vintage 40th anniversary models of 2022. I'd return it. And I'd only buy this guitar if it were $119 like the other debuts, but then I hate surf green as much as I do black and sunburst.
@@HappyHermitt some do, I think. But, this is confirmed to be a Debut. It just went up in price and the listing hasn't been corrected yet, even though many have contacted them about it.
Great video, you've been really kind about this guitar. I think, for the price you paid, that it's a bit of a disappointment. There are so many better options out there today. The fact that you were shown pictures of an Affinity smacks of a scam.The amp is just an excuse to add to the package/shipping. costs. Ugh! Horrible!
I agree, for the money there are many better options available at $150 or $200. But, at $120, the price of the Debut, I think this holds its ground OK. The amp is junk and the bag is not great.
And yeah, for real. The amp is not worth $50 by any means. The little rechargeable amps that are coming in starter packs now are way better. They're much more fun and sound pretty decent.
Nice video. Amazon UK are listing two Sonic Strats in limited colours: hardtail in a blue colour and HSS with trem in ultraviolet. No change on the Debut's on offer.
OOoh and how about the Debut Telecaster? We still really want it in the States. I'd love one. We should order and trade :) I can still get the blue and green Debuts as of right now.
Do you live in the UK? (Your accent would indicate "no".) I ask because the box lists Fender Musical Instruments Europe Ltd in the UK (East Grinstead, which is just outside London) as the business address. It looks like this guitar was originally intended to be sold in the UK market or maybe the EU market. If you are in the USA, then it is interesting that it found its way to you.
Where? I didn't notice that and now I'm super curious. I'll have to look closer tomorrow. I stashed this one in the studio. Thanks for sharing this info. I have more info coming soon in a separate video, but different from what you mentioned. Yes, I'm in the US by the way.
As you are unboxing the guitar and taking the inner box out of the outer box, one can see on the thin long sides (both of them) the address of Fender Europe in the UK. A good example of this can be seen at 1m18s in this video. Around this time, there are several moments where one can clearly see the address that seems to indicate that this product was meant for a UK or European market.
@@ScuttleProductions That's odd. I wonder why you are receiving guitars in the USA that appear to have been packaged for the UK or EU market. Who knows ? 🤷♀
I had a ultraviolet debut but the bridge wasnt lined up or the neck was twisted. The low E i had to bend up to get any notes after the twelth fret. The strings are shocking. The fretboard looks like paint. The pickguard is a scratch magnet, the pickups very tinny, I sent it back. Its no CV.
Oh wow, that's very different from this one. This one feels pretty good. If I had got it for the Debut price I'd be especially happy. Was yours a Sonic? I haven't seen a Debut in purple (ish), but I've been looking for a purple guitar... I actually have a video coming out in the next couple of weeks about that.
I think you got a sonic series strat. They're basically the same as the debut guitars. The amp and gig bag were probably thrown together with the guitar by the seller. Anytime Fender does a bundle like this, they put it all in a fender box with branded amp, gig bag, accessories, etc. I have a red debut and it's a great $120 guitar. I was actually just playing it. I think the sonic series guitars are just like the debut guitars just with more options for colors, pickup layouts, etc.
@ thanks. That is a perfect answer I like light guitars and relatively thinner necks all the reviews on the Debut say they have a chunky neck and are a bit heavy 7.5lbs+. Hope they are all similar I’m liking those specs.
Absolutely! And that's what I wanted to buy, but that listing was sold out when I tried to purchase it, and only showed as in stock after the guitar had arrived.
There is no picture of an Affinity, all Affinity's have the name at the top of the head stock, the tuners in the picture are not the split tuners which only come as the Vintage design.
@RobBluth exactly. I think they dropped the Affinity branding a while ago. Now they have the nice gloss finish and the sealed split post tuners. I have several sets.
Hahaha! It feels pretty good. It's just too different from the listing. I have a guitar from Temu. Two actually. Spoiler, I sent one back and kept one. I'll let you guess which is which in the upcoming videos.
Yes, pretty much. I was hauling out the boxes today and realized I had dropped the amp back inside the big shipping box and I didn't miss it. Now it's just setting in the studio, off in the corner. The gig bag is usable, but more like around the house or for storage. It's OK, but not great.
So... quick trip to guitar fetish for tuners, pickups, bridge, and pots... slap a snarky bumper sticker on the front, and play it till the neck falls off? or file a claim with Amazon, see if they don't just give you a refund and let you keep it? I mean, if they want it back, whatever, right?
Definitely. I'll at least replace the tuners, but likely the saddles as well. I'll leave the stock pickups in it, because I like having a cheapo hanging around. I pretty much mod everything, so I should keep some things closer to stock. I like how you think.
@@ScuttleProductionsif you don’t mind me asking, how much cash/compensation did they provide for you? I’m sort of in the same situation lol and want to get some sort of compensation for getting sent the wrong thing, though I may keep the guitar….
@@Def_not_j Sure! I don't mind at all. They offered a 10-15% refund. That seems to be their go-to based on what another customer has said. How was yours? Any quality issues? Which one did you order? Thanks for watching.
@@ScuttleProductions Yeah I’m basically in the EXACT same boat as you and saw your video too late until I already had bought the item😭. It’s the exact same color and make as yours. I don’t mind it, I actually want to keep the guitar, but also bummed I didn’t get what I ordered and was wanting at least a partial refund for it lol
@@Def_not_j I hope it works out well for you. Mine has some fret sprout now, which is starting to show up because the room is so dry. That's not on them, though. It wasn't like that when I received it. I need to get the moisture level back under control. Let me know how it works out.
It sure is, but the listing didn't indicate that (as discussed in the video). I wonder if they don't even realize what they're selling. Based on my chats with customer service, that seems to be the case.
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It’s a Debut with the price of a Sonic and the photo of an Affinity.
Hahahahaah! Yeah, pretty much. #accurate
That is a great description
@@kennyg63 nailed it!
Donate the amp to charity😅 somrone will truly appreciate this 📢 Amplifier 😅
@@WesleyWattley-xy4fg I'll donate it to a museum of crappy instrument accessories. 😂
LRL is the Fender abbreviation for laurel fretboard not ‘limited release’
Awesome, thank you for the info!! The fretboard is pretty nice, especially considering the price of the Debut.
Amazon is also selling 24" scale Squier Strats with amps.
Not to be confused with the 22.75" Minis.
Only Amazon is selling them.
Yes, they are! I have seen these too. They look pretty cool. I actually accidentally bought one from an online auction without realizing that it was a 24" scale. It arrived damaged so the seller refunded me and didn't want it back. I used Bondo to fill the damaged areas and I've primed and painted the body. The neck is very nice. I had a custom pickguard made and will soon assemble it with a metal covered humbucker at the bridge and two single coils and a coil split. It should be a fun guitar. I like that it's a hard tail.
Thanks for watching!
I escalated this issue with Amazon/Austin Bazaar over a month ago. Nothing was done.
Oh wow, sorry to hear that. What did they say?
Yeah! What's going on with this? There are several listings and they've gone up in price and they continue to use incorrect pictures on the listing. This one with the cheap amp was just $260. I saw on Amazon it said "over 500 sold this month." That's not cool.
I would return it. It is not as described. The description says it has a 2 point tremolo, which it obviously doesn't.
The two point trem is so nice, too, and so are the split tuners. I have those on a Strat and even though I bought upgraded tuners for it, they're too nice to take off.
They just issued a partial refund, so it make it worth it. I would have returned it if it wasn't so playable.
6 point terms sound better
6 point terms sound better
Fucking TREMS!
So I contacted Austin's Bazaar after ordering one of these. They let me know that they checked it before sending and that it did indeed have 2 point trem, some previously had a 6 screw setup. They also did update the information to be a "debut" in the description "Debut Collection Stratocaster features..."
I'll keep you all posted once mine comes in as I was just looking for a stupidly cheap Delonge body lol.
Yes, please do let me know when you receive it! I highly doubt that it will be a 2-point trem considering they added Debut to the description because the Debut features a 6-screw. But, I hope they did! If so, I'll order one.
I checked the listings that I could find and none of them show "Debut" in the title and all still feature the Affinity photos with all the other differences still shown inaccurately.
Thanks for watching and for commenting. I did just receive a surf green Strat body from GF, which was labeled as Daphne blue. haha
@ aw man haha yeah I was waiting for a Daphne blue to pop up on Amazon or Austin’s again and never saw one come back around.
I’ll let you know once I get it.
Yeah they changed it down in the description section. The photo appears to still show the affinity headstock and tuners which I called out as well, they pretty much said these were updated photos they had listed and that any gloss or out of spec guitar would’ve been an accident so no clue.
@@powerzup Yeah, I think AB is crap. It's a fulfillment company, not a musician-run (or music-centric) business like Fender. It's too bad that Fender deals with them.
Thanks for sharing another journey with us. It does not appear that you got what was ordered (or listed). Rock on!
Definitely not! It's so weird that they keep re-listing this guitar incorrectly, even though that apparently is not what they ship anyone who orders this. I spoke with customer service about this several times, and now they clearly know that their listings are inaccurate, yet they are doing nothing to correct it. It seems nearly like intentional (or at least known) deception. They probably figure that most of their buyers are parents purchasing gifts for their kids, who might not know what to check or look for. It's odd.
@@ScuttleProductions So, they won't let you return it? Or do you like it enough to keep it. Man, I had some weird dealings with them about two Leo Jamyz guitars (don't get me started on that). Something was definitely shady about that deal. Its well documented on my channel.
@@TedTalksGuitars I'll take a look! They did immediately offer a return, and I should have exchanged it for the bundle without the amp, but they also offered a small partial refund, which I think would save them money on shipping in both directions, and then having a pre-owned item to sell. They offered 15% and then tried to settle for 10%, so I ended up getting $29 back, which covers most of the increased cost of the amp. Luckily I got the original $200 deal for $190 (biz price), so I was OK with that.
I'm curious about your story. I'll check it out. They seem to be a general fulfillment company, that manages some Amazon inventory for Fender.
For the cost, that is a great deal! I checked and couldn’t find them anymore on Amazon. You got a good deal. For the price you could easily upgrade it and have an amazing fiddle. Wish they were still, up. I prefer those smaller headstocks and the fretboard and surf green look great together.
Really? I just found it a few minutes ago. Weird!
It's been back and forth a lot -- in stock, not in stock. Try this title (with amp, which links to the one without): Fender Squier Stratocaster Electric Guitar - Surf Green Bundle with Amplifier, Gig Bag, Cable, Strap, Picks, and Austin Bazaar Instructional Video.
ITEM B0DKP9RWMF
I have the listing up right now.
OK, and now a "cannot find that page" prompt appears. Sorry 😕
@DeeTee79 It's still available for me. I could click to purchase it right now, still.
@@ScuttleProductionslink?
With the teenie pre-CBS headstock and the 6 point trem and a matte finish, that is certainly a debut but in a new color. The Affinity's have a large headstock and a two-point trem. Squier has only done a matte finish on two guitars this century. The debuts and the Vintage 40th anniversary models of 2022. I'd return it. And I'd only buy this guitar if it were $119 like the other debuts, but then I hate surf green as much as I do black and sunburst.
Agreed. In the video I go over this info, too. Thanks for stopping by.
I think newer Affinitys have smaller headstocks.
@@HappyHermitt some do, I think. But, this is confirmed to be a Debut. It just went up in price and the listing hasn't been corrected yet, even though many have contacted them about it.
Great video, you've been really kind about this guitar. I think, for the price you paid, that it's a bit of a disappointment. There are so many better options out there today. The fact that you were shown pictures of an Affinity smacks of a scam.The amp is just an excuse to add to the package/shipping. costs. Ugh! Horrible!
I agree, for the money there are many better options available at $150 or $200. But, at $120, the price of the Debut, I think this holds its ground OK. The amp is junk and the bag is not great.
id pay 50bux extra for the surf green "color option" but not for the amp hahaha!!
great review by the way!
I really appreciate it! I kind of want the blue... GAS!
And yeah, for real. The amp is not worth $50 by any means. The little rechargeable amps that are coming in starter packs now are way better. They're much more fun and sound pretty decent.
Nice video. Amazon UK are listing two Sonic Strats in limited colours: hardtail in a blue colour and HSS with trem in ultraviolet. No change on the Debut's on offer.
OOoh and how about the Debut Telecaster? We still really want it in the States. I'd love one. We should order and trade :) I can still get the blue and green Debuts as of right now.
I almost ordered the Sonic HT strat. It looks good and I like a good HT.
I like the color. Reminds of glow in the dark green from the 70s.
This should totally glow in the dark. That would be amazing.
Where does the Debut sit in the hyrarchy of fender guitars?
It tends to be the lowest priced Squier, but is very close to the next highest, the Sonic.
Do you live in the UK? (Your accent would indicate "no".) I ask because the box lists Fender Musical Instruments Europe Ltd in the UK (East Grinstead, which is just outside London) as the business address. It looks like this guitar was originally intended to be sold in the UK market or maybe the EU market. If you are in the USA, then it is interesting that it found its way to you.
Where? I didn't notice that and now I'm super curious. I'll have to look closer tomorrow. I stashed this one in the studio. Thanks for sharing this info.
I have more info coming soon in a separate video, but different from what you mentioned. Yes, I'm in the US by the way.
As you are unboxing the guitar and taking the inner box out of the outer box, one can see on the thin long sides (both of them) the address of Fender Europe in the UK. A good example of this can be seen at 1m18s in this video. Around this time, there are several moments where one can clearly see the address that seems to indicate that this product was meant for a UK or European market.
@@AT-27182 I checked and found the same thing on the few other Fender shipping boxes I have. I never noticed this before.
@@ScuttleProductions
That's odd. I wonder why you are receiving guitars in the USA that appear to have been packaged for the UK or EU market. Who knows ? 🤷♀
Had to do the Blink riff on the surf green strat 😂
Always. It's All the Small Things that keep me going. Since the First Date I ordered this Strat, I knew I'd have to play a little Blink on it.
I had a ultraviolet debut but the bridge wasnt lined up or the neck was twisted. The low E i had to bend up to get any notes after the twelth fret. The strings are shocking. The fretboard looks like paint. The pickguard is a scratch magnet, the pickups very tinny, I sent it back. Its no CV.
Oh wow, that's very different from this one. This one feels pretty good. If I had got it for the Debut price I'd be especially happy. Was yours a Sonic? I haven't seen a Debut in purple (ish), but I've been looking for a purple guitar... I actually have a video coming out in the next couple of weeks about that.
I think you got a sonic series strat. They're basically the same as the debut guitars. The amp and gig bag were probably thrown together with the guitar by the seller. Anytime Fender does a bundle like this, they put it all in a fender box with branded amp, gig bag, accessories, etc. I have a red debut and it's a great $120 guitar. I was actually just playing it. I think the sonic series guitars are just like the debut guitars just with more options for colors, pickup layouts, etc.
I think you're right that the specs are pretty close (or maybe just about the same -- except for the gloss finish vs. matte).
Thanks for watching, by the way. If you see the full video, there was a bit of info discovered.
How much does it weigh and how is the neck profile.
The neck is a nice and pretty thin and narrow modern C. I didn't measure it. It's pretty light, around 6 to 6.5 lbs I'd guess.
@ thanks. That is a perfect answer I like light guitars and relatively thinner necks all the reviews on the Debut say they have a chunky neck and are a bit heavy 7.5lbs+. Hope they are all similar I’m liking those specs.
@@bluwng The black and burst are on Black Friday special right now for even less than usual. I am tempted to order one.
FSR is “Fender Special Run”.
Good point. I knew that, but couldn't remember the term at the time. Thank you and thanks for watching.
I asked the Fender rep about that and he said it's 'Factory Special Run' - so it's quite possible even Fender doesn't really know lol
@@mordokch That’s a good point lol.
Looks like it's now available without the amp for $149.
Absolutely! And that's what I wanted to buy, but that listing was sold out when I tried to purchase it, and only showed as in stock after the guitar had arrived.
Could be seafoam green. Very cool guitar!
It is! I want to say that I don't like it, because it's not what was pictured, but it's pretty solid.
I would gut the amp and use it as decor lol
It looks better than it plays for sure. Maybe I finally found something to put my metal skull knobs onto.
It's the bulletstrat. I have one...
It's a Debut, but very similar to the Bullet. Did you watch the whole video?
What color and configuration do you have?
It’s a sonic
Thanks for watching. It isn't, though. Did you watch the full video? I found very small text on the box that says it's a Debut.
Very, very similar, though! Good eye.
💭 though
There is no picture of an Affinity, all Affinity's have the name at the top of the head stock, the tuners in the picture are not the split tuners which only come as the Vintage design.
This isn't correct. I have an Affinity without the word Affinity on the headstock.
Yes it is. No they don't all have the name on the headstock.
@RobBluth exactly. I think they dropped the Affinity branding a while ago. Now they have the nice gloss finish and the sealed split post tuners. I have several sets.
Thats a temu with squier stamped on it
Hahaha! It feels pretty good. It's just too different from the listing. I have a guitar from Temu. Two actually. Spoiler, I sent one back and kept one. I'll let you guess which is which in the upcoming videos.
Not the next one I'll publish, but probably one will be after that, then the other soon to follow. I have quite a few shot and in editing.
The amp and gig bag are virtually worthless.
Yes, pretty much. I was hauling out the boxes today and realized I had dropped the amp back inside the big shipping box and I didn't miss it. Now it's just setting in the studio, off in the corner. The gig bag is usable, but more like around the house or for storage. It's OK, but not great.
So... quick trip to guitar fetish for tuners, pickups, bridge, and pots... slap a snarky bumper sticker on the front, and play it till the neck falls off? or file a claim with Amazon, see if they don't just give you a refund and let you keep it? I mean, if they want it back, whatever, right?
I like the bumper sticker idea.
Definitely. I'll at least replace the tuners, but likely the saddles as well. I'll leave the stock pickups in it, because I like having a cheapo hanging around. I pretty much mod everything, so I should keep some things closer to stock. I like how you think.
Send it back. You didn’t get what you ordered.
I ended up keeping it and they gave me some cash back.
@@ScuttleProductionsif you don’t mind me asking, how much cash/compensation did they provide for you? I’m sort of in the same situation lol and want to get some sort of compensation for getting sent the wrong thing, though I may keep the guitar….
@@Def_not_j Sure! I don't mind at all. They offered a 10-15% refund. That seems to be their go-to based on what another customer has said.
How was yours? Any quality issues? Which one did you order?
Thanks for watching.
@@ScuttleProductions Yeah I’m basically in the EXACT same boat as you and saw your video too late until I already had bought the item😭. It’s the exact same color and make as yours. I don’t mind it, I actually want to keep the guitar, but also bummed I didn’t get what I ordered and was wanting at least a partial refund for it lol
@@Def_not_j I hope it works out well for you. Mine has some fret sprout now, which is starting to show up because the room is so dry. That's not on them, though. It wasn't like that when I received it. I need to get the moisture level back under control.
Let me know how it works out.
Yeah it's a Debut series. The absolute cheapest entry level Strat.
It sure is, but the listing didn't indicate that (as discussed in the video). I wonder if they don't even realize what they're selling. Based on my chats with customer service, that seems to be the case.
I have a debut. They are $99 on Amazon right now. It's a decent guitar. Invest in a decent amp like a Boss Katana 2 or equivalent.
Why are you sitting in your shower doing a guitar review mate ? 😆😆😆
You wish I was. Haha, kidding. It's not a shower. It's a concrete building, but I see how it might resemble one.
God bless you mate…just having a giggle
@@theguvnor7272 me too :) Thank you for watching. I've got several more videos coming soon.