UB:35 Amazon - Fender Telecaster Debut Series $129.00 – Easy Make-Over! But is it Really Worth it?

Amazon - Fender Telecaster Squier Debut Series at $129.00 as of 2024 - Dakota Red

The Fender Squier Debut Telecaster in a Dakota Red satin finish, manufactured in China and sold through Amazon for $129.00 as of 2024 – How does it hold up? In previous videos - I’ve done reviews on a number of Fender Telecaster guitars - from the USA Professional Series to the beautifully crafted Custom shop 1950s and 60s models – In this video I unbox yet another Fender…. Sold by Amazon!

The Fender Squier Debut Series at the time of this recording has two guitar types and 3 colours to choose from, that being the Telecaster and Stratocaster in either Dakota Red, 2 Tone Sunburst and Black. This latest authorised fender guitar manufactured in China is clearly part of the way forward, where traditional guitar giants the likes of Fender and Gibson need to address the never ending influx of budget guitars based on their iconic designs, and of course a never ending problem of fake guitars flooding the market place.

While the guitar is ready to play straight from its box, most reviews on these guitars speak of needing a set-up and I found that to be the case with this Telecaster. While intonation was very good, the action was high, so... along with some quick and easy alterations I tested the guitar through a Blackstar Studio 10 6L6 combo amplifier.

This review takes a good look into what the guitar is made of, what’s under the hood, simple alterations that make for a better playing experience and how to quickly and easily give it a traditional vintage Tele look… Enjoy!

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