Step into the limelight and embrace the legendary Fender® sound and style with the Player II Stratocaster® HSS. This stage - ready electric guitar has modern upgrades to supercharge your performance and spark your creativity. The Player II Stratocaster HSS exudes the classic Fender charm. Its neck is crafted for fast and easy playability. The Modern “C” - profile with a smooth satin urethane finish on the back, along with a 9.5” - radius slab rosewood fingerboard having smooth rolled edges and 22 medium jumbo frets, makes every note flow effortlessly. Equipped with Player Series Alnico V Single - Coil Strat® pickups and a Player Series Alnico II humbucker, it offers crystal - clear highs, rich mids, and tight lows suitable for any music genre. The 5 - way blade switch allows you to access a wide range of tones, from the soft chime of the neck pickup to the powerful roar of the bridge pickup. A 2 - point tremolo and Fender® ClassicGear™ tuners ensure accurate tuning stability, giving you the freedom to explore endless sonic landscapes. With its great looks, amazing tone, and comfortable feel, the Player II Stratocaster HSS is perfect for creating your unique sound. 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 Black/White/Black; 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, plug it into your amplifier using a standard instrument cable. Use the 5 - way blade switch to select different pickup combinations and get the tone you want. Turn the volume and tone knobs to adjust the sound according to your preference. When playing, hold the neck comfortably and use your fingers to fret the strings on the rosewood fingerboard. As for maintenance, keep your guitar in a cool and dry place. Wipe it down with a soft cloth after each use to remove fingerprints and sweat. Check the tuning regularly, and if the strings start to sound dull or break, replace them with Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel strings. Also, occasionally lubricate the tuning machines to ensure smooth operation. When traveling, use a proper guitar case to protect it from damage.
