Fender Player II Strat HSS RW 3TS
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Player II Strat HSS RW 3TS
Product Info
Article Number:
595275
Brand:
Fender
Model:
Player II Strat HSS RW 3TS
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$896.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Player II Strat is a seriously solid upgrade over the entry-level models. The Alder body and Alnico pickups deliver a really sweet, classic Strat tone, and the modern neck makes it easy to play. It's perfect for gigging musicians who want a reliable, versatile workhorse without the premium-priced tag.
Product Description
- Fender Player II Strat HSS RW 3TS
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Fingerboard inlays: white dots
- Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- Nut width: 42 mm (1.650")
- Nut: synthetic bone
- Neck profile: Modern "C"
- 22 Medium jumbo frets
- Pickups: Player Series Alnico 2 Humbucker (bridge) and 2 Player Series Alnico 5 Strat Single Coil (middle and neck)
- Master volume and 2 tone controls
- 3-Ply parchment pickguard
- 5-Way switch
- 2-Point synchronised tremolo with bent steel saddles
- Fender ClassicGear machine heads
- Hardware: Nickel/chrome
- Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel-plated steel .009 - .042
- Colour: 3-Colour Sunburst
PROS
- • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with good sustain.
- • Modern 'C' neck profile is comfortable and fast for various playing styles.
- • Player Series Alnico 2 humbucker delivers thick, warm bridge tones.
- • Bent steel tremolo saddles improve tuning stability under vibrato use.
CONS
- • Rosewood fretboard may require more frequent oiling to prevent dryness.
- • Weight can be a factor for extended playing sessions; typical Strat weight.
- • HSS configuration limits versatility for very modern, high-gain genres.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Player Series Alnico 2 Humbucker (bridge), Player Series Alnico 5 Single Coil (middle & neck)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5")
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge
2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Bent Steel Saddles
Weight
3.8 kg (8.38 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Player II Alnico 2 is voiced for a warmer, less aggressive tone than many Fender humbuckers, leaning towards a vintage vibe.
Yes, the 'Modern C' is noticeably thinner and more even than the vintage 'oval C' profiles found on many older Strats, offering a faster feel.
The bent steel saddles improve tuning stability, but it's still a floating tremolo—expect slight tuning adjustments with aggressive whammy use.
