Limited Edition Player Plus Stratocaster®, Mocha Transparent

Classic Fender Style with Modern Enhancements

The Limited Edition Player Plus Stratocaster® in Mocha Transparent is a premium electric guitar that combines iconic Stratocaster tone with modern, player-focused upgrades. Crafted in Fender’s Ensenada, Mexico facility, this guitar is perfect for Australian musicians seeking exceptional playability, hum-free sound, and a visually striking transparent finish that highlights the wood grain. Released as a limited-edition model, it’s a collector’s favorite with a unique aesthetic and versatile performance.

High-Quality Performance

The Player Plus Stratocaster in Mocha Transparent is designed for modern players:

• Alder Body: Delivers a balanced tone with brilliant highs, focused mids, and smooth lows, ideal for rock, blues, jazz, and more. The Mocha Transparent finish accentuates the alder’s natural grain.
• Player Plus Noiseless™ Pickups: Three single-coil pickups provide classic Stratocaster shimmer and quack without 60-cycle hum, offering bright, touch-sensitive tones. A push-pull pot on Tone 2 adds the neck pickup to switch positions 1 and 2, creating two unique tonal configurations not typically found on a Strat.
• Modern “C” Neck Profile: Features a maple neck with a silky satin urethane finish, paired with a 12”-radius maple fingerboard and 22 medium jumbo frets with rolled edges for fluid leads and effortless bends.
• 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo: Equipped with six steel block saddles for superior intonation, sustain, and tuning stability, delivering smooth vibrato effects.
• Locking Tuners: Ensure rock-solid tuning and quick string changes, enhancing reliability for live and studio settings.

Users praise its versatility and noise-free performance, with a Get My Guitar review stating, “The Mocha Transparent finish is stunning, and the Noiseless pickups excel in both clean and driven tones” []. Some note minor imperfections in used models, like small dings on the headstock or body [], and the tremolo may require setup for aggressive use.

Durable and Stylish Design

• Mocha Transparent Finish: A limited-edition gloss polyester finish that showcases the alder wood grain, paired with a 4-ply tortoiseshell pickguard and aged white plastic parts for a modern-retro aesthetic [].
• Weight: Approximately 8.0–8.5 lbs (e.g., 8lb 0.4oz per a Reverb listing []), ensuring comfort for extended play.
• Hardware: Nickel/chrome, with deluxe cast/sealed locking tuners, a 2-point tremolo bridge, and a synthetic bone nut (1.685” width) for durability and tonal clarity.
• Maple Fingerboard: Provides a bright, snappy response compared to the Pau Ferro option on standard Player Plus models, enhancing note clarity [].

Backed by a 2-year warranty, it’s built for reliability. This limited-edition model is sold out at Fender.com and many retailers [], but used or new-old-stock units may be available on Reverb or eBay, with prices ranging from $900–$1,200 USD []. Australian retailers like Store DJ or Mannys Music may offer backorder options; contact 1300 858 394 for availability.

Key Performance Features

• Body: Alder, gloss polyester Mocha Transparent finish
• Pickups: 3x Player Plus Noiseless™ Single-Coil Strat® (SSS configuration)
• Neck: Maple, Modern “C” profile, satin urethane finish
• Fingerboard: Maple, 12” radius, 22 medium jumbo frets, rolled edges
• Bridge: 2-point synchronized tremolo with steel block saddles
• Tuners: Deluxe Cast/Sealed Locking, nickel/chrome
• Controls: Master volume, Tone 1 (neck/middle), Tone 2 (bridge with push-pull), 5-way switch
• Warranty: 2 years

Notes

• Availability: Sold out at Fender.com and major retailers like Get My Guitar []; check Reverb or eBay for used units (e.g., one listed with minor dings []) or contact Australian retailers like Store DJ or Mannys Music for backorders. Prices may range from $900–$1,200 USD due to demand [].
• Setup Tip: Adjust tremolo spring tension for optimal vibrato; consider professional setup for fret leveling and intonation. Pair with Rode PodMic and RØDECaster Pro II for recording demos.
• Care Instructions: Store in the included deluxe gig bag to protect the Mocha Transparent finish; clean with a soft cloth to avoid scratches.
• Compatibility: Works with standard guitar amps; pair with Fender Tone Master amps for authentic Stratocaster tones. Test non-Fender pickups for tonal matching.
• Warranty: Register at fender.com for support; verify purchase from authorized retailers for warranty validity [].
• Community Feedback: Reddit users note the Mocha Transparent finish’s unique appeal but mention limited stock, with some preferring the maple fingerboard over Pau Ferro for its brighter tone [].

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