{"product_id":"player-ii-stratocaster-rosewood-fingerboard-coral-red","title":"Fender Player II Stratocaster Coral Red Rosewood Fingerboard Electric Guitar","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Fresh Take on a Timeless Classic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWalk into any rehearsal room, any studio, any stage from here to anywhere, and you'll see a Stratocaster. The shape, the sound, the feel — they're part of the language of electric guitar. \u003ccite index=\"11-1,11-2\"\u003eThe Player II Stratocaster radiates timeless Fender charm, but under the hood, it's primed for today's players.\u003c\/cite\u003e This Coral Red model pairs \u003ccite index=\"21-4\"\u003ealder body construction with a rosewood fingerboard\u003c\/cite\u003e, giving you the balanced punch alder is known for with the warmth rosewood brings to every note. \u003ccite index=\"11-5\"\u003ePlayer Series Alnico V Single-Coil Strat pickups offer crystalline highs, musical mids and tight lows that elevate any genre.\u003c\/cite\u003e Whether you're chasing clean chime or looking for bite that cuts through the mix, this guitar delivers authentic Stratocaster tone with some modern refinements that make it easier to play and more versatile than ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Coral Red finish is one of those colors Fender pulled from the archives — it's vibrant without being flashy, and it looks great under stage lights or in your living room. \u003ccite index=\"11-3\"\u003eEverything about the neck is designed for fast and fluid playability, from the Modern \"C\"-profile with silky satin urethane finish on the back to the comfy 9.5\"-radius slab rosewood fingerboard with smooth rolled edges and 22 medium jumbo frets.\u003c\/cite\u003e The rolled edges are a nice touch — they give the neck a slightly broken-in feel right out of the case. This is a guitar that works for a lot of players: if you're stepping up from a starter instrument, adding another Strat to your collection, or just want a reliable workhorse that sounds like a Strat should, the Player II checks those boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePickups Built for Versatility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ccite index=\"25-23,25-24\"\u003eThis Player II Stratocaster deploys an SSS configuration. Player series Strat single-coil pickups utilize Alnico V magnets, expanding this guitar's robust aural profile with glass-like transparency, percussive chime, and powerful voicing throughout the spectrum.\u003c\/cite\u003e What does that actually mean when you plug in? The bridge pickup has enough snap for rhythm work and lead lines that need to be heard. The middle pickup is balanced and articulate — great on its own or blended with the neck or bridge. The neck pickup is warm and full without getting muddy, perfect for jazz chords, blues licks, or anything that needs a little more body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe real magic happens in the in-between positions. \u003ccite index=\"11-6\"\u003eThe 5-way blade switch lets you dial in everything from glassy neck pickup cleans to rowdy bridge pickup snarl and all points in between.\u003c\/cite\u003e Position 2 (bridge and middle) and Position 4 (middle and neck) give you those classic \"quack\" tones that Strats are famous for — the sound you hear on countless records. The control layout is straightforward: master volume, one tone control for the neck and middle pickups, and a second tone control for the bridge. Simple, effective, and easy to adjust on the fly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlayability That Feels Right\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ccite index=\"25-27\"\u003eFender's bookended the Player II Stratocaster's 25.5-inch scale with ClassicGear tuning machines and a 2-point synchronized tremolo with bent steel saddles.\u003c\/cite\u003e \u003ccite index=\"31-2\"\u003eThe nut width is 1.650 inches (42 mm), supporting consistent string spacing across the fretboard.\u003c\/cite\u003e The Modern \"C\" neck profile is comfortable for most hand sizes — not too chunky, not too thin. The satin urethane finish on the back of the neck means your hand glides smoothly without sticking, even during longer sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ccite index=\"11-7,11-8\"\u003eThis Stratocaster features a two-point Synchronized Tremolo with bent steel saddles for definitive Strat tone with superior tremolo action for the most expressive vibrato and most daring dive bombs. Combining vintage style with a modern 18:1 gear ratio, ClassicGear tuning machines deliver smooth, reliable performance that make it easier to fine-tune your instrument.\u003c\/cite\u003e The tremolo is smooth and returns to pitch reliably — you can use it for subtle vibrato or more aggressive pitch shifts without worrying about going out of tune. The synthetic bone nut contributes to stable tuning and clear tone transfer from string to neck. It's a well-thought-out package that balances vintage vibe with modern practicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlder body with contoured shaping for balanced tone and comfortable playing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRosewood fingerboard with 9.5-inch radius and rolled edges for smooth feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree Player Series Alnico V single-coil Stratocaster pickups for classic Strat tone with extra output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern \"C\" maple neck profile with satin urethane finish for fast, comfortable playability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25.5-inch scale length with 22 medium jumbo frets and 1.650-inch nut width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-way blade pickup selector with master volume and dual tone controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-point synchronized tremolo bridge with bent steel saddles for smooth pitch bending\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassicGear tuning machines with 18:1 gear ratio for precise, stable tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGloss polyester Coral Red finish with 3-ply parchment pickguard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on neck construction, synthetic bone nut, and nickel\/chrome hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fender\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Player II Stratocaster\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0140510558\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1872, C.A. 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