Step onto the stage and immerse yourself in the legendary Fender® sound and style with the Player II Stratocaster® HSS. This guitar is fully equipped for the stage, with modern updates to enhance your performance and spark your creativity. The Player II Stratocaster HSS exudes classic Fender charm. Its neck is crafted for effortless playability, featuring a Modern “C”-profile with a smooth satin urethane finish on the back and a comfortable 9.5”-radius slab rosewood fingerboard with rounded edges and 22 medium jumbo frets. The Player Series Alnico V Single-Coil Strat® pickups and a Player Series Alnico II humbucker provide clear highs, rich mids, and tight lows, perfect for any music genre. The 5-way blade switch allows you to adjust the sound from soft neck pickup tones to powerful bridge pickup roars. A 2-point tremolo and ClassicGear™ tuners ensure stable tuning, giving you endless sonic possibilities. With its great looks, amazing tone, and comfortable feel, the Player II Stratocaster HSS is ideal for creating your unique sound. Specifications: Body Shape: Stratocaster®; Body Material: Chambered Mahogany; 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, make sure your guitar is properly tuned using the Fender ClassicGear™ tuning machines. Then, plug it into an amplifier and start strumming. You can use the 5 - way blade switch to change the pickup combination and get different sounds. For a softer, warmer tone, use the neck pickup. For a more aggressive sound, switch to the bridge pickup. When you're done playing, keep your guitar in a dry and cool place to prevent damage. Wipe down the strings and body after each use to keep it clean. Every few months, check the tuning stability and the condition of the frets. If you notice any issues, take it to a professional guitar technician for maintenance. And always handle your guitar gently to ensure it lasts for a long time.
