Short-Scale Fender Icon, Reimagined for Modern Players
There's something liberating about picking up a short-scale guitar for the first time. The Fender Player II Mustang makes that first impression count — with its 24-inch scale, your hands move faster and bends feel easier, but you're still holding a real-deal Fender with offset style and that unmistakable chime. This isn't a beginner's guitar that happens to be short-scale; it's a thoughtfully updated Mustang that takes the original's charm and pairs it with playability upgrades that make sense in 2024.
This Player II Mustang features an alder body, maple Modern C-profile neck with a satin-finished back, and a 9.5-inch radius maple fingerboard with rolled edges and 22 medium-jumbo frets. The pair of Player Series Alnico V single-coil Mustang pickups deliver classic Fender clarity with a bit more punch than vintage-spec units, and the 6-saddle hardtail bridge keeps you stable and in tune without the quirks of the original's floating trem. Whether you're chasing indie-rock jangle, punk snarl, or just want a guitar that feels great for long sessions, the Mustang's short scale and lightweight build keep fatigue at bay.
It's ideal for players who value comfort and speed, from those new to electric guitar to seasoned players adding a different feel to their rotation. The 3-Color Sunburst finish is pure Fender — timeless and stage-ready.
Playability That Puts Vintage Mustangs to Shame
Vintage Mustangs are beloved, but let's be honest: the 7.25-inch radius fingerboard and small frets can feel like a minefield once you start bending strings. Fender addressed that head-on with the Player II. The 9.5-inch radius fingerboard is flatter, which means you get smooth, buzz-free bends up and down the neck without fighting the curve. The medium-jumbo frets give you more metal under your fingers for better sustain and intonation, and the hand-rolled edges on the fingerboard make it feel broken-in right out of the box.
The Modern C neck profile is Fender's sweet spot — not too chunky, not too thin, with a satin urethane finish on the back that feels fast and smooth. The 24-inch scale reduces string tension compared to a full-scale Strat or Tele, so complex chord voicings and multi-step bends require less effort. The maple neck is bolted on with a standard 4-bolt joint, and the synthetic bone nut (1.650 inches wide) ensures even string spacing and reliable tuning. Everything about the neck is designed to get out of your way and let you play.
Classic Fender Tone With a Modern Edge
The Player Series Alnico V single-coil Mustang pickups are a modern take on the originals — still bright and articulate, but with more output and low-end definition. You'll hear that classic Fender chime in the neck position, clear and glassy for rhythm work and clean leads. The bridge pickup delivers cutting snap and bite, perfect for driving through a mix when things get loud. The 3-way toggle switch lets you blend both pickups in the middle position for a fuller, balanced tone.
The 6-saddle strings-through-body hardtail bridge anchors the strings directly through the alder body for maximum resonance and sustain. The bent-steel saddles are individually adjustable for precise intonation, and the whole setup is rock-solid stable — no floating bridge headaches. The ClassicGear tuning machines offer an 18:1 gear ratio for smooth, accurate tuning that holds under stage conditions. Chrome/nickel hardware keeps the look clean and classic.
Product Features:
- Body: Alder solidbody with gloss polyester finish in 3-Color Sunburst
- Neck: Maple Modern C profile with satin urethane back finish, 4-bolt standard joint
- Fingerboard: Maple with 9.5-inch radius, hand-rolled edges, black dot inlays, 22 medium-jumbo frets
- Scale length: 24 inches (610mm) for reduced string tension and fast playability
- Nut: Synthetic bone, 1.650 inches (42mm) wide
- Pickups: Two Player Series Alnico V single-coil Mustang pickups (neck and bridge)
- Controls: Master volume, master tone, 3-position toggle switch
- Bridge: 6-saddle strings-through-body Strat-style hardtail with bent-steel saddles
- Tuners: Fender ClassicGear with 18:1 gear ratio
- Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042)
Brand: Fender
Model: Player II Mustang
SKU: 0140462500
Condition: New
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