Step into the limelight and embrace the legendary Fender® sound and style with the Player II Stratocaster® HSS. This stage - ready guitar has modern updates to boost your performance and spark your playing. The Player II Stratocaster HSS exudes classic Fender charm. Its neck is crafted for fast and smooth playability. The Modern “C” - profile with a silky satin urethane finish on the back and the 9.5” - radius slab rosewood or maple fingerboard with smooth edges and 22 medium jumbo frets make it a joy to play. The Player Series Alnico V Single - Coil Strat® pickups and the Player Series Alnico II humbucker offer clear highs, rich mids, and tight lows, perfect for any music genre. The 5 - way blade switch allows you to get various tones, from the clear neck pickup sound to the loud bridge pickup roar. The 2 - point tremolo and ClassicGear™ tuners ensure accurate tuning, giving you endless sonic options. Ideal for creating your unique sound, the Player II Stratocaster HSS has the looks, tone, and feel that only Fender can provide. Specifications: Body Shape: Stratocaster®; Body Material: Alder; Body Finish: Gloss Polyester; Neck Profile: Modern 'C'; Fretboard Material: Slab Rosewood; Fretboard Radius: 9.5' (241 mm); Scale Length: 25.5' (64.77 cm); No. of Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo Frets; Fretboard Inlays: White Dot Inlays; Pickups: Player Series Alnico 2 Humbucker (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 HSS is a breeze. First, tune it up with the ClassicGear™ tuners for accurate pitch. When you start playing, the 5 - way blade switch gives you different tone options. Try the neck pickup for a smooth, warm sound, or the bridge pickup for a louder, more aggressive tone. When using the 2 - point tremolo, be gentle to avoid detuning. For maintenance, keep your guitar in a case when not in use to protect it from dust and damage. Wipe the strings after each use with a clean cloth to prevent corrosion. Check the tuning regularly, especially if you're traveling with it. If you notice any loose parts or issues with the pickups, take it to a professional guitar technician for repair.
