The Stratocaster, Refined for Today
You know the shape. You've heard the sound. But the Player II Stratocaster isn't just another Strat—it's the result of decades of refinement, distilled into a guitar that feels right the moment you pick it up. The chambered ash body keeps it light on your shoulder without sacrificing the resonance ash is known for, and the Aged Cherry Burst finish has that warm, vintage-inspired vibe that photographs just don't capture. The maple neck and fingerboard give you that familiar Fender snap and clarity, and when you plug in, those three Player Series Alnico V single-coils deliver everything from glassy cleans to biting leads. It's built for players who want classic Fender tone without compromise, whether you're writing in your bedroom or playing out every weekend.
The Player II series represents Fender's attention to the details that matter. Rolled fingerboard edges, a satin-finished neck back, and medium jumbo frets make this guitar feel like it's already been played in. The Modern C neck profile fits comfortably in most hands, and the 9.5" radius fingerboard strikes a balance between vintage feel and modern playability. If you've been looking for a Stratocaster that respects tradition while giving you the refinements you actually need, this is it.
Chambered Ash Body for Resonance and Comfort
The Player II Stratocaster in Aged Cherry Burst features a chambered ash body—a meaningful upgrade that serves two purposes. First, it reduces weight without turning the guitar into a featherweight that feels insubstantial. Chambering allows the wood to resonate more freely, which translates to enhanced sustain and a fuller acoustic response. Ash has been a Stratocaster staple since the beginning, prized for its articulate tone with balanced lows and crisp highs. By chambering the body, Fender preserves ash's sonic character while making this guitar more comfortable for long playing sessions. The gloss polyester finish in Aged Cherry Burst shows off the wood grain beautifully, with a warm, reddish-brown sunburst that leans vintage without feeling like a museum piece.
Maple Neck and Fingerboard Built for Speed
The one-piece maple neck on the Player II Stratocaster is finished with satin urethane on the back and gloss on the front of the headstock, giving you a smooth, fast feel without stickiness. The Modern C profile is Fender's most versatile neck shape—not too chunky, not too thin—and it works for rhythm playing, lead work, and everything in between. With a 25.5" scale length and 1.650" nut width, this is classic Strat geometry that generations of players have relied on. The 9.5" radius fingerboard with 22 medium jumbo frets gives you enough curve for comfortable chord work while still allowing smooth bends up high. The rolled fingerboard edges are a small detail that makes a big difference, eliminating that sharp, brand-new feel and giving the neck a worn-in comfort right out of the case. The synthetic bone nut and bolt-on neck construction are time-tested Fender specs, and the headstock-adjustable truss rod makes setup adjustments straightforward.
Player Series Alnico V Single-Coils with Classic Strat Versatility
The three Player Series Alnico V single-coil pickups are the sonic heart of this guitar. Fender designed them to deliver authentic Stratocaster tone with a bit more output and punch than vintage-spec pickups, so you get clarity and articulation with enough bite to drive an amp into overdrive. The neck pickup gives you warm, rounded tones perfect for jazz, R&B, or smooth lead lines. The middle pickup adds presence and chime, and when combined with the neck or bridge pickup via the 5-way blade switch, you get those iconic in-between "quack" tones that define the Strat sound. The bridge pickup is bright and cutting, ideal for rhythm work or leads that need to slice through a mix. The two-point synchronized tremolo bridge with bent steel saddles offers smooth vibrato action and reliable tuning stability, while the ClassicGear tuning machines with their 18:1 gear ratio make fine-tuning easy and keep you in tune even with moderate tremolo use. One volume and two tone controls give you plenty of tonal shaping options without overcomplicating things.
Product Features:
- Chambered ash body for lightweight comfort and enhanced resonance
- One-piece maple neck with Modern C profile and satin urethane back finish
- Maple fingerboard with 9.5" radius and rolled edges for smooth playability
- Three Player Series Alnico V single-coil Stratocaster pickups
- 5-way blade pickup switch for classic Strat tones and in-between positions
- Two-point synchronized tremolo with bent steel saddles
- 22 medium jumbo frets and 25.5" scale length
- ClassicGear tuning machines with 18:1 gear ratio
- 1.650" synthetic bone nut for balanced string spacing
- Gloss polyester finish in Aged Cherry Burst
Brand: Fender
Model: Player II Stratocaster
SKU: 0140512531
Condition: New
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