Armed with high-power HSS sonics, the Fender Player II Modified Stratocaster HSS injects its standard Player II predecessor with unabashedly modern playability and performance. From the moment you grip this guitar’s maple neck in your palm, you’ll be thrilled by the fluid playability of its slim modern C profile, sleek satin finish, and comfortably rounded-over edges. Moreover, the 9.5-inch radius and 22 medium-jumbo frets facilitate all manner of fingerboard finesse. As for the tone, neck- and middle-position Player II Noiseless Strat pickups sing with hum-free chime and shimmer, while the bridge-position Player II Modified Humbucker dishes out a high-power dual-coil wallop with ample output and articulation. And if you’re in the mood for standard SSS Strat sonics, you can even flip the push-pull Tone knob to access authentic single-coil bite. An innovative hardware arrangement cements this guitar’s hot-rodded status, comprising a 2-point Synchronized tremolo with a chamfered block, steel block saddles, short-post locking tuning machines, and a modern string tree — a symbiotic suite of features that ensures lock-tight tuning stability and expanded pitch-bending potential. Expertly adapted for modern musicians of all styles and genres, the Player II Modified Stratocaster HSS sharpens up an all-time California classic while retaining the essence that’s made the Strat an icon since 1954.

Fender Player II Modified Stratocaster HSS at a Glance:

• Modern "C" Neck Profile with 9.5“-Radius Fingerboard and Rolled Edges
• New Player II Modified Humbucker and Noiseless Strat® Pickups
• Upgraded Electronics
• 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Block Steel Saddles and Chamfered Tremolo Block
• Short Post Locking Tuning Machines
• TUSQ® Nut and Modern String Tree

High-speed modern C maple neck

The Fender Player II Modified series is all about performance, and the Player II Modified Stratocaster HSS’s neck embodies that philosophy with a plethora of player-focused features. A maple foundation in Fender’s fan-favorite modern C profile starts this 6-string off with a speedy feel, further bolstered by the neck’s slick satin finish. Topside, the 9.5-inch-radius fingerboard and medium-jumbo frets provide an ideal platform for wide, multi-step bends and vibrant vibrato. And arguably most impressively, the Fender Player II Modified Stratocaster HSS’s neck brandishes rolled edges that glide against your palm with an almost frictionless feel.

Noise-free single-coil shimmer paired with humbucking heat

Equipped with both hard-hitting humbucking firepower and uncompromisingly authentic single-coil sounds, Fender’s Player II Modified Stratocaster HSS pickups take on everything from screaming, gain-laden riffage to classic Strat spank with the flip of a switch. First up, the neck- and middle-position Player II Modified Noiseless Stratocaster pickups provide you with a clear, complex, and dynamic single-coil Stratocaster voice that performs without the faintest bit of 60-cycle hum. These tones balance beautifully against the warm, powerful output of the Alnico II Player II Modified Humbucker. Plus, you can even flip up the push-pull Tone pot to transform the humbucker into a single-coil for classic SSS Strat tones. Finally, it’s all topped off with a treble bleed circuit that retains clarity when you roll down the Volume knob.

Top-of-the-line hardware appointments 

The Fender Player II Modified Stratocaster HSS wields upgraded hardware from stem to stern, all of which is engineered to ensure the highest level of performance possible. It all starts with a 2-point Synchronized tremolo that boasts a chamfered tremolo block. This much-welcomed modification provides this trem system with an expanded range of travel, which Music Experience guitarists find allows for far more extreme and expressive whammy-bar finesse than typical vintage-style Strat trem units. What’s more, the Player II Modified Stratocaster HSS’s cutting-edge tremolo is further bolstered by an ultra-smooth modern string tree and short-post locking tuners. These three features work in perfect concert, ensuring that even your wildest pitch-shifting flourishes retain rock-solid tuning stability..

Fender II Modified series: a musical joyride 

Like a tuned-up classic car, Fender’s Player II series injects all-time classic designs with a high-octane dose of power and performance. Born out of a deep exploration under the hood and a thorough examination of Player II instruments, Fender has introduced the Player II Modified series. Home to hot-rodded editions of Stratocaster, Telecaster, Precision Bass, and Jazz Bass models, the Player II Modified series features timeless touches, including quality tonewoods, rolled fingerboard edges, and legendary body shapes. Meanwhile, a barrage of high-performance upgrades, including new noiseless pickups, elevated electronics, and reimagined hardware, deliver a souped-up playing experience. It all equates to an inventive line that beautifully complements the essence of what has made Fender the go-to choice for musicians since 1946. Like a sleek coupe fresh from the garage, your Fender Player II Modified series instrument is ready to ride.

What Fender Says...

Gear up and get ready to take your performance to the next level with Player II Modified. Featuring key upgrades for the modern guitarist and bassist, these versatile instruments are designed to handle anything you can throw at them. The Player II Modified Stratocaster® HSS is a classic guitar with the modern player in mind. Everything about the neck is designed for fast and fluid playability, from the Modern “C”-profile with silky satin urethane finish on the back to the comfy 9.5”-radius slab rosewood or 1-piece maple fingerboard with smooth rolled edges and 22 medium jumbo frets. The alder body provides classic Fender punch and is available in a variety of exciting new finishes. The Player II Modified humbucker is articulate with plenty of output while the noiseless™ pickups deliver classic Strat® chime and sparkle while eliminating unwanted noise. For additional tonal flexibility the push/pull switch on the 2tone control splits the bridge humbucker for classic Strat® single-coil tones. The 2-point tremolo, short post locking tuners, TUSQ® nut and modern string tree all combine to keep tuning incredibly stable as the wider travel of the chamfered tremolo block allows players to coax even more expressive, musical vibrato from their instrument. Upgrade your arsenal today with the Player II Modified Stratocaster HSS.

Modern "C" Neck Profile with 9.5“-Radius Fingerboard and Rolled Edges

This neck is designed for supremely comfortable performance, with a silky-smooth satin back and our Modern “C”-profile. The 9.5”-radius fingerboard facilitates fluid leads and choke free bends, while the hand-rolled fingerboard edges provide a broken-in feel that’s incredibly inviting.

New Player II Modified Humbucker and Noiseless Strat® Pickups

The Player II Modified humbucker is powerful and articulate while the noiseless pickups deliver chiming, sparkly Strat® tones. These pickups are perfect for any performance, sound great with gain and give players an expansive range of tonal options.

Upgraded Electronics

A push-pull switch on the second tone control splits the humbucker for classic Strat® single-coil bridge tones. The treble bleed circuit retains natural high-end when rolling off the volume, preserving sparkly cleans and chime-y edge-of-breakup tones.

2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Block Steel Saddles and Chamfered Tremolo Block

A two-point tremolo bridge with 6 block steel saddles provides superior intonation, sustain, tuning stability and ease of adjustment. The upgraded chamfered tremolo block has been modified to enable a wider range of travel compared to a standard tremolo block, allowing players to coax even more expressive, musical vibrato from their instrument.

Short Post Locking Tuning Machines

Short post locking tuning machines provide a sharper, more consistent break angle over the nut for increased sustain and enhanced tuning stability while making string changes fast and easy.

TUSQ® Nut and Modern String Tree

The Graph Tech® TUSQ® nut provides unparalleled tuning stability when emulating steel bends or playing roaring rock leads and produces more harmonics in the mid and upper range. The modern string tree provides a smooth travel surface for the strings, preventing hang ups and keeping tuning stable during the most demanding performances.