{"product_id":"player-ii-stratocaster-rosewood-fingerboard-transparent-cherry-burst","title":"Fender Player II Stratocaster Transparent Cherry Burst Stratocaster Electric Guitar","description":"\u003ch2\u003eYour Next Step Into Classic Fender Territory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a reason the Stratocaster shape has endured since 1954 — it just works. The Fender Player II Stratocaster takes that proven foundation and adds the thoughtful updates that make sense for how you actually play today. This one comes in Transparent Cherry Burst over a chambered mahogany body, which gives you that warm, resonant tone mahogany's known for, but lighter on your shoulder than a solid slab. The slab rosewood fingerboard has that smooth, glassy feel under your fingers, and Fender added rolled edges so it feels like it's already been played in. You're looking at a guitar that covers a lot of ground — clean chime for indie and pop, enough grit for rock and blues, and the versatility to handle pretty much whatever you throw at it. It's a solid choice whether you're stepping up from your first guitar or adding a reliable workhorse to your lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFender builds the Player II series at their Ensenada, Mexico facility, where they've been refining the process for decades. The Modern \"C\" neck profile feels comfortable right away — not too chunky, not too thin — and the satin urethane finish on the back keeps things smooth when you're moving up and down the neck. The three Player Series Alnico V single-coil pickups deliver that unmistakable Strat sound: bright, articulate, with just a bit more punch than vintage-spec pickups. The 5-way blade switch gives you all the classic positions, including that glassy neck-and-middle combination in position 4 that Strat players live for. The chambered mahogany body not only reduces weight, but opens up the resonance and sustain, giving each note room to bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for Real Playing, Not Just Posing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck on the Player II Stratocaster is where a lot of the playability upgrades live. The 9.5-inch fingerboard radius strikes a nice balance — flat enough for smooth bending without choking out, curved enough to feel natural for chording. Those 22 medium jumbo frets give you plenty of real estate for expressive playing, and the rolled fingerboard edges mean no sharp corners digging into your palm. Fender specs a 25.5-inch scale length and a 1.650-inch nut width, which is standard Strat territory. If you've played a Fender before, this will feel like home. The synthetic bone nut does its job without fuss, and the ClassicGear tuning machines use an 18:1 gear ratio for smooth, precise tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bridge is a 2-point synchronized tremolo with bent steel saddles. It's designed for stability — you can add vibrato and dive bombs without spending the next five minutes retuning. The tremolo action is smooth, and the bent steel saddles contribute to that classic Strat snap and chime. This isn't a locking tremolo system, so if you're planning on going full dive-bomb every song, you might want to look elsewhere. But for most players, it offers the expressiveness you want with the tuning stability you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePickups That Punch Above Their Weight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFender redesigned the Player Series pickups with a bit more output and midrange bite compared to vintage-spec single-coils. These Alnico V single-coils still deliver crystalline highs and tight lows, but they've got enough muscle to cut through a band mix without sounding thin. The bridge pickup has that snappy, percussive attack that's perfect for rhythm work or cutting leads. The middle pickup is balanced and articulate, great on its own or blended with the neck or bridge. The neck pickup is warm and round without getting muddy — ideal for jazz chords, lead lines, or anything that needs a softer touch. Between the 5-way switch and the two tone controls (one for neck\/middle, one for bridge), you've got plenty of tonal shaping at your fingertips. The master volume is positioned right where you need it for quick swells or cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Transparent Cherry Burst finish over chambered mahogany gives this guitar a distinctive look — the grain shows through, and the burst adds depth without being overly flashy. The gloss polyester finish is durable and easy to keep clean. The 3-ply parchment pickguard, aged white knobs, and nickel\/chrome hardware keep the aesthetic rooted in Fender tradition. This is a guitar that looks just as good on stage as it does on a stand in your living room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChambered mahogany body with contoured design for enhanced resonance, sustain, and reduced weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransparent Cherry Burst gloss polyester finish over visible grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaple neck with Modern \"C\" profile and satin urethane back finish for smooth, comfortable playability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlab rosewood fingerboard with 9.5-inch radius, 22 medium jumbo frets, and rolled edges for a broken-in feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25.5-inch scale length with 1.650-inch synthetic bone nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree Player Series Alnico V single-coil Stratocaster pickups with enhanced output and bite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-way blade switching with master volume, tone 1 (neck\/middle), and tone 2 (bridge) controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-point synchronized tremolo bridge with bent steel saddles for smooth action and tuning stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassicGear tuning machines with 18:1 gear ratio for precise, reliable tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Fender's Ensenada, Mexico facility\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 0140510525\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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