The Fender Player Stratocaster delivers iconic Strat tone, looks and playability at an attainable price point.
The Fender Player Stratocaster is the affordable Player Series’ take on one of the most beloved electric guitars of all time. The Player Stratocaster is an evolution of the previous Standard Series model, boasting new features such as upgraded Player Series Alinco 5 Strat single-coil pickups, a super-smooth two-point synchronised tremolo bridge with bent steel saddles, a 22-fret Maple or Pau Ferro fretboard, a comfortable Modern “C”-shaped neck profile, satin urethane neck back finish and a dedicated bridge pickup tone control. On a budget and dreaming of owning a genuine Fender Stratocaster? Player Series Strats are an excellent choice.
When it comes to looks, the Fender Player Stratocaster is presented in a host of sleek new finishes. All Player Series Strats have had their Alder body curves shaped to match the original specifications and proudly display an “F”-stamped neck plate - a clear indication of the pedigree and quality of these electric guitars.
The Player Stratocaster also caters to left-handed electric guitarists, with a variety of left-handed models available in multiple finishes.
If you’re having trouble deciding if a Player Stratocaster or Player Telecaster is the right guitar for you, head down to our Brighton store. Our friendly and knowledgeable guitar experts are ready to advise and let you get hands-on with any guitar you’d like to try. Alternatively, contact us online, over the phone or via email.
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Are Fender Player Series Strats worth it?
There’s no doubt that the Fender Stratocaster is a legendary instrument. The Strat’s distinctive retro-futuristic looks, articulate tone and expressive tremolo bridge have made it the electric guitar of choice for iconic artists such as Jeff Beck, Jimi Hendrix, Mark Knopfler, David Gilmour, Nile Rodgers, John Frusciante and countless others.
The Player Series Stratocaster is an exceptional guitar for the price, delivering all the quintessential qualities that made the Fender Strat the go-to guitar for many professional players. Boasting upgraded Player Series pickups, 2-point tremolos with an ultra-smooth action and Fender’s trademark build quality, the Fender Player Stratocaster more than lives up to its legacy. The comfy Modern “C” neck shape has an inviting feel that will suit any player, from beginners to seasoned professionals. It’s a superb choice if you’re looking for a seriously versatile and reliable electric guitar that won’t break the bank.
Where are Fender Player Stratocasters made?
The Fender Player Stratocaster is made at Fender’s factory in Ensenada, Mexico. Like anything with Fender emblazoned on the headstock, the Player Stratocaster is a high-quality instrument that will feel and sound top-notch for many years to come.
What pickups are in a Fender Player Stratocaster?
All Fender Player Series Stratocasters are outfitted with upgraded Alnico Player Series pickups. These pickups deliver the crisp, articulate Fender tone you know and love with a modern edge.
In addition to the classic Strat pickup configuration (where the neck pickup, middle pickup and bridge pickup are all single-coils), the Player Series Stratocaster is offered in HSS (with a humbucker in the bridge) and HSH (with humbuckers in the bridge and neck positions) configurations. If you want to access crisp single-coil and fat, punchy humbucking tones, the HSS and HSH models give you both in one seriously versatile guitar. Some HSS models swap out the 2-point tremolo bridge for a double-locking Floyd Rose system - perfect for shredders who want to pull off Van Halen-style squeals and divebombs.
