Fender Player II Strat HSS MN TMB
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Player II Strat HSS MN TMB
Product Info
Article Number:
595302
Brand:
Fender
Model:
Player II Strat HSS MN TMB
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$933.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Player II Strat is a seriously solid choice for players wanting a warmer, more resonant tone than a standard Fender. The mahogany body adds a lovely richness, and the HSS configuration gives you versatility for rock, blues, and even some heavier styles. It's a great platform to build on for the aspiring tone sculptor.
Product Description
- Fender Player II Strat HSS MN TMB
- Electric Guitar
- Chambered body: Mahogany
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Maple
- Black dot fingerboard inlays
- Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
- Synthetic bone nut
- Neck profile: Modern "C"
- 22 Medium jumbo frets
- Pickups: 1 Player Series Alnico 2 humbucker (bridge) and 2 Player Series Alnico 5 Strat single coils (middle and neck)
- 1 Master volume and 2 tone controls
- 5-Way switch
- 3-Ply parchment pickguard
- Bridge: 2-point synchronised tremolo with bent steel saddles
- Fender ClassicGear machine heads
- Hardware: Nickel/chrome
- Original strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel-plated steel .009 - .042
- Colour: Transparent Mocha Burst
PROS
- • Mahogany chambered body delivers warmth and sustain, a noticeable upgrade.
- • Modern 'C' neck profile is comfortable and fast for a wide range of players.
- • Player Series Alnico 2 humbucker provides thick, articulate bridge tones.
- • 2-point tremolo offers reliable tuning stability with expressive vibrato.
CONS
- • Mahogany body can make it slightly heavier than standard Stratocasters.
- • Pickups, while good, aren’t boutique-level; some tonal refinement possible.
- • Limited pickup switching options compared to higher-end Strat models.
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany (Chambered)
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Maple with Black Dot Inlays
Pickups
Player Series Alnico 2 (Bridge), Player Series Alnico 5 (Middle, Neck)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5")
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge
2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Bent Steel Saddles
Weight
Approximately 8 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mahogany generally provides a warmer, rounder tone with more sustain than ash or alder, adding a 'woody' character to the overall sound.
The Modern 'C' profile is generally considered a comfortable middle ground; it's not overly thick or thin, suitable for a variety of hand sizes, though some with very large hands might prefer a slightly thicker neck.
The 2-point synchronized tremolo is a significant improvement over older designs, offering better tuning stability, though aggressive tremolo use still requires occasional tuning adjustments.
