Step into the limelight and embrace the legendary Fender® sound and style with the Player II Stratocaster®. This stage - ready electric guitar comes with modern upgrades to supercharge your performance and spark your creativity. The Player II Stratocaster oozes classic Fender appeal. Its neck is crafted for effortless and fluid playing. The Modern “C” - profile, with a smooth satin urethane finish on the back, combined with a 9.5” - radius slab maple fingerboard featuring rounded edges and 22 medium jumbo frets, makes every note - playing a breeze. The Player Series Alnico V Single - Coil Strat® pickups deliver crystal - clear highs, harmonious mids, and tight lows, enhancing any music genre. The 5 - way blade switch allows you to explore a wide range of tones, from clean neck pickup sounds to edgy bridge pickup growls. A 2 - point tremolo and Fender® ClassicGear™ tuners guarantee accurate tuning stability, opening up endless sonic opportunities. With its great looks, amazing tone, and comfortable feel, the Player II Stratocaster is the perfect choice for shaping your unique sound. Specifications: Body Shape: Stratocaster®; Body Material: Alder; Body Finish: Gloss Polyester; Neck Profile: Modern 'C'; Fretboard Material: Maple; Fretboard Radius: 9.5' (241 mm); Scale Length: 25.5' (64.77 cm); No. of Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo Frets; Fretboard Inlays: Black Dot Inlays; Pickups: Player Series Alnico 5 Strat® Single - Coil (Bridge), Player Series Alnico 5 Strat® Single - Coil (Middle), Player Series Alnico 5 Strat® Single - Coil (Neck); Bridge: 2 - Point Synchronized Tremolo with Bent Steel Saddles; Pickguard: 3 - Ply Parchment; Strings: Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009 -.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403; Tuning Machines: Fender® ClassicGear™; Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome.
Using your Fender Player II Stratocaster is a joy. First, make sure it's properly tuned using the Fender® ClassicGear™ tuning machines. You can use the 5 - way blade switch to experiment with different pickup combinations and get the tone you want, whether it's a clean sound for ballads or a more aggressive one for rock. When you're done playing, always put your guitar in a proper case to protect it from dust and damage. Keep the strings clean by wiping them down after each use to prevent corrosion. If you notice the action getting too high or the intonation is off, it might be time to take it to a professional guitar technician for a setup. Also, avoid exposing your guitar to extreme temperatures and humidity, as this can warp the neck or damage the finish.
