Fender Player II Strat RW FRD

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Fender Player II Strat RW FRD

Fender

Player II Strat RW FRD

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 621701
Brand: Fender
Model: Player II Strat RW FRD
Price: $1,043.90

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This Player II Strat is a really solid step-up instrument. The ash body keeps it light and airy, while the Floyd Rose trem offers a modern edge. It's a great option for players wanting a versatile, easy-to-play Strat with a bit more expressive range than a traditional vintage setup – especially good for rock, pop, and even some heavier styles.

Product Description

  • Fender Player II Strat RW FRD
  • Electric Guitar
  • Chambered body: Ash
  • Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • White dot fingerboard inlays
  • 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
  • Pickup: 3 Player Serie Alnico 5 Strat Single Coils
  • 1 master volume control
  • 2 tone controls
  • 5-way switch
  • 3-ply mint green pickguard
  • 2-point synchronised tremolo with bend steel saddles
  • Fender ClassicGear machine heads
  • Nickel/chrome hardware
  • Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel .009 - .042
  • Colour: Fiesta Red
PROS
  • • Ash chambered body provides excellent resonance and a surprisingly lightweight feel
  • • Roasted maple neck offers stability and a smooth, fast playing experience
  • • Player Series Alnico 5 pickups deliver a balanced, articulate Strat tone
  • • Floyd Rose tremolo allows for wide vibrato and modern playing styles
CONS
  • • Rosewood fingerboard might feel a bit 'sticky' for some players, especially in humid climates
  • • 3-ply mint green pickguard is a stylistic choice that isn't universally appealing
  • • While versatile, it leans towards brighter tones; darker sounds require more tweaking

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Key Features

Body Material Ash (Chambered)
Neck Material Roasted Maple
Fingerboard Rosewood
Pickups 3 Player Series Alnico 5 Single Coils
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets 22 Medium Jumbo
Bridge 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Bend Steel Saddles
Weight Approximately 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Roasted maple is kiln-dried, making it more dimensionally stable and resistant to warping. It provides a smoother feel with a slightly more glassy tone compared to a standard maple neck.
It's more complex than a vintage-style trem, but there are plenty of online resources. Proper setup and occasional maintenance are key to keeping it functioning well.
The Alnico 5s offer a more vintage-inspired tone, slightly less powerful and with a more rounded high-end than the hotter V-Mod pickups. They’re a great balance of classic Strat character and modern clarity.

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