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Fender Player II Stratocaster Electric Guitar | Demo and Overview with Valentine Morell

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Fender's iconic Stratocaster tone and feel have inspired countless musicians for over 60 years. The Player II Stratocaster captures that revered playing experience in a thoroughly modern instrument tailored for today's guitarist. With its trio of authentic Alnico V single-coil pickups, resonant chambered mahogany body and supremely playable maple neck, this versatile Strat is the perfect foundation for defining your own voice.

Fender Player II Stratocaster Chambered Mahogany Body Alnico V Pickups

Vintage-Inspired Pickups Deliver Rich Strat Tone

At the heart of the Player II Stratocaster's legendary sound are three Alnico V single-coil pickups. These vintage-inspired pickups have all the chime and punch you'd expect from a classic Strat, with just the right amount of grit and snarl when you dig in. The bridge pickup conjures up classic Fender twang and funky rhythms. Dial in the neck pickup for warm, singing tones perfect for melodic lines and chord work. Blend all three pickups for a biting quack that cuts through any mix.

Fender Player II Stratocaster Chambered Mahogany Body Rosewood Fingerboard Maple Neck

Smooth Playing Feel Inspires Creativity

You'll be hard-pressed to find a more comfortable neck than the Player II's Modern C-shaped maple design. Its silky-smooth back and rolled fingerboard edges allow your fretting hand to glide effortlessly up and down the neck. The contemporary 9.5"-radius rosewood fingerboard and jumbo frets encourage daring bends and vibrato. Whether you favor chord melodies, fleet-fingered licks or soulful lead lines, this neck is a welcoming platform for any style.

Fender Player II Stratocaster Chambered Mahogany Body Rosewood Fingerboard Tremolo Bridge

Tremolo Tailored for Tuning Stability

One of the standout features of the Player II Stratocaster is its enhanced 2-point synchronized tremolo. This updated design offers smoother travel and less friction than traditional tremolos, giving you a more responsive playing feel. At the same time, the innovative design keeps your strings firmly anchored to the bridge plate for reliable tuning stability, even during aggressive whammy workouts. You're free to go wild with divebombs and flutters without fighting the bridge.

Fender Player II Stratocaster Chambered Mahogany Body Rosewood Fingerboard Electric Guitar

Time-Honored Craftsmanship and Iconic Strat Style

Beyond the updated tech, the Player II Stratocaster exudes all the premium aesthetic touches that have made Fender an industry legend. The chambered mahogany body produces lively resonance while keeping the overall weight nicely balanced. A synthetic bone nut, 3-ply pickguard and sealed tuning machines ensure long-lasting performance. The iconic Fender look comes complete with a vintage-style Strat headstock, dot inlays and aged white knobs. This guitar looks every bit as timeless as it sounds.

Whether you're looking to join the ranks of Strat legends or blaze a new trail, the Player II Stratocaster delivers authentic Fender vibe and versatile tone that will inspire you to make your musical mark. Visit your local Guitar Center today and experience this inspiring instrument for yourself.

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  • Chambered mahogany body for warmth and resonance
  • Rosewood fingerboard with 9.5" radius and 22 medium jumbo frets
  • Three Player Series single-coil pickups for crisp articulation
  • 2-point tremolo bridge, sealed tuners, synthetic bone nut
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Series
  • Series: Player II
Body
  • Shape: Stratocaster
  • Wood: Chambered mahogany
  • Finish: Gloss polyester
Neck
  • Material: Maple
  • Construction: 4-bolt standard
  • Finish: Satin urethane finish on back of neck with gloss urethane headstock face
  • Nut material: Synthetic bone
  • Nut width: 1.650" (42 mm)
  • Truss rod: Single action, head adjust
  • Scale length: 25.5" (64.77 cm)
Fingerboard
  • Material: Slab rosewood
  • Fret size: Medium jumbo
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Position inlays: White dot
  • Side dots: White
Electronics
  • Pickup configuration: SSS
  • Bridge pickup: Player Series Alnico 5 Strat single-coil
  • Middle pickup: Player Series Alnico 5 Strat single-coil
  • Neck pickup: Player Series Alnico 5 Strat single-coil
  • Controls: Master volume, tone 1 (neck/middle pickups), tone 2 (bridge pickup)
  • Switching: 5-position blade
Hardware
  • Bridge: 2-point synchronized tremolo with bent steel saddles
  • Pickguard: 3-ply parchment
  • Control knobs: Aged white plastic
  • Hardware finish: Nickel/chrome
  • Tuning machines: Fender ClassicGear
Other
  • Strings: 6
  • Strings: Fender USA 250L nickel plated steel (.009-.042 gauges)
  • Case: None
  • Orientation: Right handed

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