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Player Series Stratocaster Demo | Fender

Player Series Stratocaster Demo | Fender

Description

The Fender Player Stratocaster HSS Pau Ferro Fingerboard electric guitar is a reimagining of a classic that provides modern sound and feel. Featuring an alder body, the Player Stratocaster HSS has a maple neck with a satin polyurethane finish and Pau Ferro fingerboard for smooth playability. Now with a 22nd medium jumbo fret and 9.5" fingerboard radius, shredders and lead players will appreciate the extra room to maneuver. The Player Stratocaster HSS packs authentic Fender tone with a twist—an alnico V single-coil neck pickup, an alnico V single-coil middle pickup and an alnico II humbucking bridge pickup for powerful output. Adjust your sound with the master volume and tone controls as well as a 5-way pickup switch. A 2-point synchronized tremolo bridge with bent steel saddles provides stable tuning while enabling expressive pitch-bending effects.

Bold Humbucking Bridge Pickup

The Player Stratocaster HSS features an alnico II humbucking pickup in the bridge position for high output and a warm, full tone. Combined with the crisp sparkle of the single-coil neck and middle pickups, the humbucker provides tonal versatility for any genre or playing style.

Accessible 9.5" Fingerboard Radius

The Pau Ferro fingerboard has a 9.5" radius, making it comfortable for chording and soloing alike. 22 medium jumbo frets provide plenty of room for expressive runs and bends. The modern C-shaped maple neck is ideal for fast playing across musical styles.

Stable 2-Point Tremolo Bridge

The Fender 2-point synchronized tremolo bridge has bent steel saddles for stable tuning even when employing dramatic pitch-bending effects. Combined with the Player Stratocaster HSS' sealed tuners, you'll stay in tune through dynamic performances and recording sessions.

Iconic Style and Versatility

With an alder body, maple neck and pau ferro fingerboard, the Player Stratocaster HSS has an iconic contoured form factor that is lightweight, balanced and resonant. Available in a crisp Polar White finish with chrome hardware, this guitar makes a bold style statement on stage. Suitable for any genre from rock to jazz, blues to country, the Player Stratocaster HSS is a versatile instrument for creating your own signature sound.

Fender Player Stratocaster HSS Pau Ferro Fingerboard Electric Guitar 3-Color Sunburst
Fender Player Stratocaster HSS Pau Ferro Fingerboard Electric Guitar 3-Color Sunburst
Fender Player Stratocaster HSS Pau Ferro Fingerboard Electric Guitar 3-Color Sunburst
Features
  • Gloss-finish solid alder body
  • 25.5"-scale bolt-on maple neck with 22-fret, 9.5"-radius maple fingerboard
  • Fender Player Series Stratocaster pickups single-coil neck/middle, bridge humbucker, 5-way switch
  • 2-point fulcrum tremolo bridge with vintage-style bent steel saddles, sealed, die-cast tuners
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Specs
Body
  • Body shape: Double cutaway
  • Body type: Solid body
  • Body material: Solid wood
  • Top wood:
  • Body wood: Alder
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: C modern
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 25.5 in.
  • Truss rod: Dual-action
  • Neck finish: Gloss
Fingerboard
  • Material: Pau Ferro
  • Radius: 9.5 in.
  • Fret size: Medium jumbo
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut width/material 1.69 in. (43 mm) Synthetic bone
Pickups
  • Configuration: HSS
  • Neck: Player Series Stratocaster single coil
  • Middle: Player Series Stratocaster single coil
  • Bridge: Player Series Stratocaster humbucker
  • Brand: Fender
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Series or parallel: Parallel
  • Piezo: No
  • Active EQ: No
  • Special electronics:
Controls
  • Control layout: Master volume, tone 1, tone 2
  • Pickup switch: 5-way
  • Coil tap or split:
  • Kill switch: No
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Tremolo/Vibrato
  • Bridge design: 2-point fulcrum tremolo bridge with bent-steel saddles
  • Tailpiece: Not applicable
  • Tuning machines: Die-cast sealed
  • Color: Chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Special features:
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Accessories:
  • Country of origin: Mexico
Reviews

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  • Fender has knocked it out of the park!

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byGaylen

    fromSt George Utah

    Right out of the box this guitar plays well! I just put new strings on it and the set up is great. The neck is amazing it plays and sounds so good, I like it better than the American standard that I used to have. The color is beautiful and the body contour feels very comfortable. The Strat has always been my dream guitar and now I have one that I love!!! Thanks to our Mexican brothers for the incredible job building these awesome guitars!

  • Yep, that's a Strat alright

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    bySteven

    fromSeattle

    It's my first electric. Started learning acoustic 9 months ago. This thing has taken my desire to learn, and my excitement about learning to the next level. The most difficult thing about this guitar is putting it down (before my RSI gets worse.)

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byRocky

    fromSt. Pete Fl

    does "sealed die cast tuners" mean locking tuners?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No. Sealed refers to how the gear is sealed in the back.
  • asked byKevin

    fromLos Angeles

    The nut width on your Fender Stratocaster HSS is listed at 1.69, but on the Fender website it's listed at 1.65. Are the models you carry truly wider. I like a wider nut width for comfort

    Open Reply - Thomas
    I apologize for the confusion. It's 1.65...
  • asked byRiley

    fromPort Charlotte, Fla

    Is this made in the USA.?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Mexico
  • asked bySterling

    fromKetchikan Alaska

    When will there be more of these in stock?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Please give us a call for product availability 877-687-5403
  • asked byJona

    fromKY

    What shade of white is the pickguard.

    Open Reply - Ronald
    It is their standard white.
  • asked byCara

    fromOakland CA

    Can you tell me how much this guitar weighs? Also, how noticeable is a blemish? Thanks.

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar weighs approximately 6.5 lbs. Unfortunately, we have no way of knowing what the blemish is. However, it would only be a minor cosmetic flaw and would not effect the guitars play ability.
  • asked byBoopBop

    fromHouston, TX

    I was wondering if the sage green metallic player Stratocasters will be available

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Please contact a Sales Agent for Special Order placement
  • asked byEl Jefe

    fromWashington State

    Does GC ship their guitars in a second box or the original Fender one?

    Open Reply - Beau
    The guitar would be shipped in a Fender box.
    Open Reply - Beau
    The guitar would be shipped in a Fender box.