Fender Player II Strat HSS RW BCG
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Player II Strat HSS RW BCG
Product Info
Article Number:
595286
Brand:
Fender
Model:
Player II Strat HSS RW BCG
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$878.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Player II Strat is a solid, modern take on a classic. The HSS pickup configuration gives it a good amount of versatility, and the modern neck profile makes it easy to play. It's a great choice for players looking for a well-built, dependable Strat without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Fender Player II Strat HSS RW BCG
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- White dot fingerboard inalys
- Neck profile: Modern C
- Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- Nut width: 42 mm (1.650")
- Synthetic bone nut
- 22 Medium jumbo frets
- Pickups: 1 Player Series Alnico 2 humbucker (bridge)
- 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
- 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: Birch Green
PROS
- • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with good sustain
- • Modern C neck profile is comfortable and fast for a wide range of players
- • Alnico 2 humbucker delivers thick, warm tones ideal for rock and heavier styles
- • 2-point tremolo offers reliable tuning stability compared to vintage designs
CONS
- • Rosewood fingerboard may require more frequent oiling to prevent dryness
- • Alder body can be somewhat prone to finish checking with age and temperature changes
- • HSS configuration limits versatility for truly pristine clean tones or high-gain metal
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Player Series Alnico 2 Humbucker (bridge), Alnico 5 Single Coils (middle/neck)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge
2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Bent Steel Saddles
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a bit more refined and less overwound than some vintage-style Fender humbuckers, offering a smoother, more controlled high-end.
Yes, the Modern C is noticeably thinner and has a more consistent feel than the often-varied vintage C profiles, catering to modern playing styles.
The 2-point tremolo is a definite improvement over vintage designs, allowing for some dive bomb action with better tuning stability, but heavy use will still require adjustments.
