In 1979, Fender launched the Lead Series as a response to high - quality, low - cost imported guitars. This series introduced a new solid - body design, hard - tail bridges, and exciting wiring options, appealing to a wide range of guitar players and marking a new creative period in Fender's history. The Player Lead II pays tribute to those late 70s models. It comes with dual - slanted Player series single - coil pickups, a modern 'C' shaped neck with medium jumbo frets, and dual - toggle switches (one for pickup selection and one for phase - reverse). The unique Lead double - cutaway shape adds to its charm. The Player Lead Series combines style, power, and versatility in an easy - to - play package. Specifications include an Alder body with a Gloss Polyester finish, a Maple fretboard with a 9.5' (241 mm) radius, 22 frets, black dot inlays, Player Series Alnico 5 Strat® Single - Coil pickups, a 6 - Saddle String - Through - Body Hardtail Bridge with block saddles, Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel strings (.009 -.042 gauges), a 3 - Ply Black pickguard, vintage - style tuning machines, and nickel/chrome hardware finish.
Using the Fender Player Lead II Electric Guitar is a breeze. First, tune your guitar using the vintage - style tuning machines. The dual - toggle switches are easy to use: one helps you select the pickup, and the other reverses the phase. When you play, you'll feel the comfort of the modern 'C' neck shape. To keep your guitar in top condition, wipe it down with a soft cloth after each use to remove fingerprints and sweat. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures and humidity as this can damage the body finish and the fretboard. If you're not going to play for a while, loosen the strings a bit to relieve the tension on the neck. Also, change the strings regularly, about every few months depending on how often you play, to maintain good sound quality.
