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Fender Player II Stratocaster HSS MN, Transparent Mocha Burst Overview
The Fender Player II Stratocaster HSS, Maple Fingerboard is a fusion of traditional aesthetics and modern functionality, designed to elevate any performance. This model comes equipped with a chambered mahogany body to ensure a lightweight feel and rich, chiming tone. Enhancing that is a versatile HSS pickup configuration, combining Player Series Alnico V single-coils and an Alnico II humbucker, perfect for delivering crisp, articulate highs and robust lows. The 5-way blade switch offers a range of tonal possibilities, from smooth neck pickup tones to aggressive bridge outputs.
Built for comfort and speed, the modern "C" shaped neck and 9.5-inch radius maple fingerboard with rolled edges provide a smooth playing experience, ideal for both lead and rhythm playing. Additionally, the 2-point synchronised tremolo and Fender ClassicGear tuning machines ensure stable tuning and effortless vibrato, making the Player II Stratocaster HSS a reliable choice for any serious guitarist.
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View Full DescriptionModern "C" neck profile
The Fender Player II Stratocaster HSS is designed with a modern "C" neck profile that optimises comfort and playability. This neck shape ensures a smooth, ergonomic experience, suitable for various playing styles and techniques. The satin urethane finish on the back of the neck allows for fast movement up and down the fretboard, reducing friction and enhancing the tactile experience for the player.
Flexible pickup configuration
This model features a dynamic blend of Player Series Alnico V single-coil pickups and an Alnico II humbucker, which together provide a broad range of tones. This setup enables the guitar to excel in producing everything from bright, clear highs to warm, rich lows. Whether you're playing crisp clean melodies or aggressive distorted riffs, this pickup configuration can handle it all with ease and precision.
Enhanced tuning stability
The inclusion of Fender ClassicGear tuning machines on the Player II Stratocaster HSS represents a commitment to reliable performance. These tuners, with an 18:1 gear ratio, offer superior tuning stability and accuracy. Paired with a 2-point synchronised tremolo system, the guitar allows for expressive vibrato and pitch manipulation while maintaining excellent tuning integrity even during the most vigorous playing sessions.
High-quality materials
Choice of body material significantly impacts the tonal qualities of a guitar. The Player II Stratocaster HSS offers three options: alder, chambered ash, and chambered mahogany. Each material provides unique sound characteristics, from the bright attack of alder to the warm, full-bodied resonance of mahogany. This selection enables musicians to customise the instrument's aesthetic and sonic output to suit their personal preferences and playing style.
Specifications
- Product Name: Fender Player II Stratocaster HSS, Maple Fingerboard, Transparent Mocha Burst
- Product Code: 0140542545
Body
- Body Material: Chambered Mahogany
- Body Shape: Stratocaster®
- Body Finish: Gloss Polyester
Neck & Fretboard
- Neck Material: Maple
- Neck Finish: Satin Urethane Finish on Back, Gloss Urethane Finish on Front
- Neck Shape: Modern "C"
- Fingerboard Material: Maple
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)
- Number of Frets: 22
- Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
- Inlays: Black Dot
Hardware & Electronics
- Bridge: 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Bent Steel Saddles
- Pickups: Player Series Alnico II Humbucker (Bridge); Player Series Alnico V Single-Coil Strat® (Middle and Neck)
- Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1 (Neck/Middle Pickups), Tone 2 (Bridge Pickup)
- Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup
- Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
- Tuning Machines: Fender® ClassicGear™
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