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If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
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We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
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This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
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Key Features
This instrument may show light signs of use. It has been quality checked by our team of repair technicians to ensure that it meets a high playing standard.
Any promotional materials, offers, software or subscriptions available when purchased as new may not be available with this Ex-Demo product.
The Fender Player II Stratocaster HSS, Maple Fingerboard is a fusion of traditional aesthetics and modern functionality, designed to elevate any performance. This guitar features a versatile HSS pickup configuration, combining Player Series Alnico V single-coils and an Alnico II humbucker, perfect for delivering crisp, articulate highs and robust lows. The 5-way blade switch offers a range of tonal possibilities, from smooth neck pickup tones to aggressive bridge outputs.
Built for comfort and speed, the modern "C" shaped neck and 9.5-inch radius maple fingerboard with rolled edges provide a smooth playing experience, ideal for both lead and rhythm playing. Additionally, the 2-point synchronised tremolo and Fender ClassicGear tuning machines ensure stable tuning and effortless vibrato, making the Player II Stratocaster HSS a reliable choice for any serious guitarist.
Ex-Demo: This product may be ex-display, have light signs of use, have slight cosmetic marks or may have non-essential parts or software missing. The original box, packaging or manual may not be included. Each item is checked by our team of repair technicians to ensure it meets our high standards. This is a great opportunity to buy a fully functioning product at a discounted price.
Product Ref: 344902
The Fender Player II Stratocaster HSS is designed with a modern "C" neck profile that optimises comfort and playability. This neck shape ensures a smooth, ergonomic experience, suitable for various playing styles and techniques. The satin urethane finish on the back of the neck allows for fast movement up and down the fretboard, reducing friction and enhancing the tactile experience for the player.
This model features a dynamic blend of Player Series Alnico V single-coil pickups and an Alnico II humbucker, which together provide a broad range of tones. This setup enables the guitar to excel in producing everything from bright, clear highs to warm, rich lows. Whether you're playing crisp clean melodies or aggressive distorted riffs, this pickup configuration can handle it all with ease and precision.
The inclusion of Fender ClassicGear tuning machines on the Player II Stratocaster HSS represents a commitment to reliable performance. These tuners, with an 18:1 gear ratio, offer superior tuning stability and accuracy. Paired with a 2-point synchronised tremolo system, the guitar allows for expressive vibrato and pitch manipulation while maintaining excellent tuning integrity even during the most vigorous playing sessions.
Choice of body material significantly impacts the tonal qualities of a guitar. The Player II Stratocaster HSS offers three options: alder, chambered ash, and chambered mahogany. Each material provides unique sound characteristics, from the bright attack of alder to the warm, full-bodied resonance of mahogany. This selection enables musicians to customise the instrument's aesthetic and sonic output to suit their personal preferences and playing style.
