Fender Telecaster 8-Hole Mint Green Pickguard vs Musiclily 11-Hole SSS Loaded Pickguard for Strat/Squier
Overall winner: Fender Telecaster 8-Hole Mint Green Pickguard
Key Differences
Fender's Telecaster pickguard (B001L8IIUY) is an authentic Fender celluloid 8-hole part with higher average rating and lower listed price tier, suited for players wanting a factory-pattern replacement. Musiclily's 11-hole SSS loaded pickguard (B07V33SSBD) includes electronics (SSS with dual hot rails) and easier installation for Strat/Squier swaps, but has mixed pickup quality and shorter wires
Fender Telecaster 8-Hole Mint Green Pickguard
Authentic Fender Telecaster pickguard in mint green, made from premium celluloid. Fits standard screw-hole patterns with real production-model quality. One customer notes minimal sanding on a Squier standard guitar
Pros
- Authentic Fender part
- Premium celluloid material
- Fits actual production-model pattern
- One-year warranty
Cons
- Color may differ from images
Musiclily 11-Hole SSS Loaded Pickguard for Strat/Squier
Loaded 11-hole SSS pickguard with dual hot rail pickups for Fender Strat/Squier. Includes large back shielding and easy replacement. Customers note good sound for the price and straightforward installation
Pros
- 11-hole SSS pickguard
- Dual hot rail pickups
- Easy installation
- Large back shielding
Cons
- Pickup quality mixed
- Wires may be short
- Fitment alignment may vary
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Fender |
| Durability | Fender |
| Versatility | Musiclily |
| User Reviews | Fender |