Fender has truly put the Strat among the pigeons with the launch ... it’s a Squier with a Fender decal on it’ The big question for players is whether to spend an extra $200 on the Player ...

A Thin Black Burst lacquer finish, period black inlays, and a black headstock with a chrome Fender decal give the guitar its look, while a trio of mini-humbuckers lead the sonic charge.

I’ve already watched some of the punditry post-launch where it’s like, ‘Oh, it’s a Squier with a Fender decal on it.’” Okay, the Reply Guys online are saying things like this is just an Affinity ...