Fender Player II Stratocaster®

Classic Stratocaster with Modern Refinements

The Fender Player II Stratocaster® is a versatile electric guitar that blends iconic Fender design with modern upgrades, crafted in Fender’s Ensenada, Mexico facility. Ideal for guitarists across Australia, it delivers the classic Stratocaster tone—bell-like highs, punchy mids, and robust lows—in a player-friendly package suitable for stage, studio, or practice. Available in multiple configurations (SSS, HSS, HSS Floyd Rose) and vibrant finishes like Polar White, Tidepool, and 3-Color Sunburst, it’s a go-to choice for beginners and seasoned players alike.

High-Quality Performance

The Player II Stratocaster is designed for tonal versatility and playability:

• Alder Body: Offers a balanced tone with bright highs, focused mids, and tight lows, ideal for rock, blues, country, and more. Some limited-edition models may use chambered ash for lighter weight and added resonance.
• Player Series Alnico V Single-Coil Pickups (SSS): Three single-coil pickups deliver classic Stratocaster chime with enhanced clarity and power. The HSS configuration includes a Player Series humbucker at the bridge for thicker, high-output tones, while the HSS Floyd Rose variant adds a double-locking tremolo for extreme pitch bends.
• Modern “C” Neck Profile: Features a maple neck with a satin urethane finish, paired with a 9.5”-radius rosewood or maple fingerboard and 22 medium jumbo frets with rolled edges for smooth, fast playability.
• 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo: Equipped with bent steel saddles for expressive vibrato and reliable tuning stability. The HSS Floyd Rose model features a 12”-radius fingerboard and Floyd Rose Special tremolo for enhanced performance.
• Controls: Master volume, Tone 1 (neck/middle), Tone 2 (bridge), and a 5-way switch. HSS models include a push/pull tone pot to split the humbucker for single-coil tones.

Users praise its versatility and value, with a Sweetwater review noting, “The Player II nails vintage Strat tone with modern playability at an unbeatable price.” Some report the stock pickups can sound thin under heavy distortion, suggesting upgrades for metal players, and the tremolo may need setup for aggressive use.

Durable and Stylish Design

• Finishes: Available in Polar White, Tidepool, 3-Color Sunburst, Black, Hialeah Yellow, and limited-edition colors like Forest Green or Sparkle 3-Color Sunburst, with gloss polyester finishes and 3-ply or 4-ply pickguards (black, white, or tortoiseshell).
• Weight: Approximately 7.5–8.5 lbs, depending on body wood, ensuring comfort for long sessions.
• Hardware: Nickel/chrome, with ClassicGear™ tuning machines (18:1 gear ratio), a synthetic bone nut (1.650” width), and a 2-point tremolo bridge (or Floyd Rose Special in HSS Floyd Rose models).
• Build Quality: Bolt-on maple neck, slab rosewood or maple fingerboard with white dot inlays, and a durable body design for stage-ready reliability.

Backed by a 2-year warranty, the Player II Stratocaster is built to last. It’s widely available at retailers like Sweetwater, Guitar Center, Store DJ, and Mannys Music, with prices starting at ~$799.99 USD for SSS models, ~$849.99 USD for HSS, and ~$1,099.99 USD for HSS Floyd Rose. Some retailers offer promotions like free Mackie CR4-X monitors (until April 30, 2026) or free shipping on orders over $100.

Key Performance Features

• Body: Alder (or chambered ash in some models), gloss polyester finish
• Pickups: SSS: 3x Player Series Alnico V Single-Coil; HSS: 1x Alnico V Humbucker, 2x Single-Coil; HSS Floyd Rose: Same with Floyd Rose tremolo
• Neck: Maple, Modern “C” profile, satin urethane finish
• Fingerboard: Rosewood or maple, 9.5” radius (12” for HSS Floyd Rose), 22 medium jumbo frets
• Bridge: 2-point synchronized tremolo (SSS/HSS) or Floyd Rose Special (HSS Floyd Rose)
• Tuners: ClassicGear™, 18:1 gear ratio
• Controls: Master volume, Tone 1 (neck/middle), Tone 2 (bridge, push/pull in HSS), 5-way switch
• Warranty: 2 years

Notes

• Availability: Widely available at Sweetwater, Guitar Center, Store DJ, and Mannys Music; limited-edition finishes like Forest Green may be sold out or available on Reverb/eBay at ~$800–$1,000 USD. Contact 1300 858 394 for Store DJ stock updates.
• Setup Tip: Adjust tremolo spring tension for optimal vibrato; HSS Floyd Rose models require locking nut adjustments for tuning stability. Pair with Rode PodMic and RØDECaster Pro II for recording demos.
• Care Instructions: Store in a hardshell case (not included, ~$129 USD for Fender Classic Series) to protect the finish; clean with a soft cloth and condition rosewood fingerboard periodically.
• 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.

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