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Description

The Fender Player II Stratocaster HSS brings you that revered Fender sound and feel, enhanced with modern features for today's versatile player. With an HSS pickup configuration, alder body and 2-point synchronized tremolo bridge, this updated classic is ready to help you craft your signature tone across any genre.

Fender Player II Stratocaster HSS Rosewood Fingerboard Alnico V Pickups

Iconic Fender Tones With a Modern Edge

The HSS pickup configuration at the heart of the Player II Strat provides an expansive tonal palette. The Alnico V single coils in the neck and middle positions deliver those shimmering, bell-like Strat tones that have inspired countless players. Meanwhile, the Alnico II humbucker bridge pickup kicks out thick, robust sounds perfect for driving leads and chunky rhythms. With the 5-way pickup selector, you can blend these distinct voices to suit any musical situation.

Fender Player II Stratocaster HSS Maple Neck

Resonant Tonewood Pairing

This Player II Strat's tone starts with a foundation of classic tonewood combination—an alder body partnered with a maple neck. The alder's balanced timbre ensures lows, mids and highs all shine through with clarity and articulation. Meanwhile, the bolt-on maple neck construction enhances sustain and resonance. The gloss polyester body finish allows the tonewood to breathe while protecting against dings on the road.

Fender Player II Stratocaster HSS Rosewood Fingerboard Maple Headstock

Built for Effortless Playability

Fender loaded the Player II Strat with player-centric features to make it a comfortable companion on stage and in the studio. The satin-finished, modern C-shaped maple neck offers an instantly familiar playing feel ideal for any style. Its smooth surface allows your hand to easily travel the full length. The 9.5" radius and 22 medium-jumbo frets encourage expressive bending, while keeping your fretting hand in a relaxed position.

Fender Player II Stratocaster HSS Rosewood Fingerboard Maple Headstock

Pro Appointments Throughout

This guitar is loaded with premium features you'd expect from an iconic instrument maker like Fender. The updated 2-point synchronized tremolo bridge provides enhanced tuning stability for confident performances. Dual tone controls allow you to shape the single coils and humbucker independently. And the synthetic bone nut ensures precise intonation and sustain. With a 3-ply parchment pickguard, sealed tuning machines and an F-stamped neck plate, the Player II Strat exudes Fender's renowned craftsmanship.

Capture that unmistakable Fender magic while enjoying modern versatility with the Player II Stratocaster HSS. With classic Fender tone, contemporary playability and a wealth of pro-player features, this guitar is ready to bring your musical vision to life. Experience it for yourself by visiting your local Guitar Center today.

Features

  • Alder body with comfortable modern C-shaped maple neck
  • Humbucking bridge pickup and single-coil middle and neck pickups
  • 5-way pickup switch for versatile tonal options
  • Updated two-point tremolo bridge with sealed tuning machines

Specs

Series
  • Series: Player II
Body
  • Shape: Stratocaster
  • Wood: Alder
  • 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: HSS
  • Bridge pickup: Player Series Alnico 2 humbucker
  • 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: Position 1 bridge pickup, Position 2 bridge and middle pickup, Position 3 middle pickup, Position 4 middle and neck pickup, Position 5 neck pickup
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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Reviews

5

7 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Huge upgrade for me
Excellent guitar - big improvement from PSI
Nice Upgrade for a Strat
Filters
Best Uses
  1. Jamming5
  2. Practicing5
  3. Small Venues4
  4. Recording3
  5. School Bands2
Cons
  1. No Gig Bag1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced3
  2. Novice3
Pros
  1. Fun To Play7
  2. Good Feel7
  3. Good Pick Up7
  4. Good Tone7
  5. Solid Electronics6

Reviewed by 7 customers

  • Huge upgrade for me

    5

    submitted2 months ago

    byJosh

    fromOregon

    I've been playing on a 13 year old Fender Starcaster that was already used when I got it. Upgrading to this was like moving from a clapped Impala to a brand new Mercedes. Overall tone difference is a game changer, much cleaner and warmer than my other strat. C-shape neck is my favorite thing about it. Knobs feel good. 5-way switch feels stout. I did notice a very faint ringing on my open G string, most likely would be fixed by intonation adjustment but you can't hear it unless you point it out.

  • Outstanding Guitar

    5

    submitted3 months ago

    byEllis

    fromAlabama

    The 3-color sunburst finish is gorgeous on the front and back. Well matched wood. The neck is well-finished and soft with a high-quality dark rosewood. The fretwork is solid with no sharp ends. Playability is really good after I lowered the bridge (just removed the back cover and tightened the spring screws a bit). Nice low action. All 3 pickups sound excellent from clean to crunch and in-between. The only negative is the lack of a gig bag - but luckily I have a couple of extras on hand. It compares favorably to more expensive guitars.

  • HSS Sunburst

    5

    submitted4 months ago

    byJonathan

    fromMonroe, Wa

    I was thrilled when this arrived, No buzz and stayed in tune right out of the box. Action was great and the tone is superb. Blues, jazz, hard rock, and even some light-weight metal with pedal. Definitely thinking about swapping the bridge with a higher output HB but that's because I'd like to experiment with some heavier music. Overall, very happy and would recommend this guitar for its pro feel and sophisticated sound.

  • Excellent Product

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted7 months ago

    byEric

    fromSavannah, GA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Anyone looking to grow in their setup will be pleased with this guitar. Color is on point and sound is fantastic.

  • First new guitar in years

    5

    submitted10 months ago

    byMarshall

    fromLouisiana

    For as long as i have been playing, ive played on Les Paul's and Gibson's but i have always loved the sound of fender strats. I finally got this one and ive loved it since i played the first not on it. 10/10 for the price!

  • Excellent guitar - big improvement from PSI

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byDoug

    fromRichmond, VA

    HSS set up with rosewood fretboard. Rolled edges on the fingerboard. Premium wood. Mahogany body makes it heavier than most guitars in this price range but comfortable in your hands. The maple neck is another nice touch and premium wood. Sound is crisp but powerful. Huge improvement over my last guitar.

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  • submitteda year ago

    asked bySam

    fromEl Paso Texas

    I'm going to buy it online and I want to know if it comes with a case included with the guitar

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    No, it doesn't.