Fender Player Stratocaster HSS – Black

Fender Player Stratocaster HSS – Black (Model 0144523506)

The Fender Player Stratocaster HSS in Black brings together the classic charm of the Stratocaster with the added power of a humbucker pickup. Crafted in Fender’s Mexican facility, this model features a sleek alder body, a Modern “C” maple neck, and a Pau Ferro fingerboard. Its HSS configuration delivers vintage single-coil sparkle with the added punch and depth of a bridge humbucker—perfect for modern players needing tonal flexibility.

This guitar suits musicians looking for a smooth-playing, durable, and expressive instrument that adapts easily to a wide range of genres. From clean tones to distortion-driven riffs, the Player HSS Strat is built for creative versatility.

Key Features

• Body: Alder body with gloss polyester finish in Black
• Neck: One-piece maple neck with satin urethane back and gloss headstock
• Neck Profile: Modern “C” shape with a 25.5″ scale
• Fingerboard: Pau Ferro, 9.5″ radius, 22 medium-jumbo frets
• Pickups: Alnico 2 humbucker (bridge), Alnico 5 single-coils (middle & neck)
• Controls: Master volume, dual tone controls, 5-way blade switch with coil-tap
• Bridge: 2-point synchronized tremolo with bent-steel saddles
• Hardware: Nickel/chrome finish, sealed cast tuners, 3-ply parchment pickguard
• Strings: Factory-fitted Fender USA 250L (.009–.042)

Specifications

Why Choose the Player Stratocaster HSS?

• Modern versatility: Classic Strat tones with added humbucker power
• Stage-ready build: Comfortable feel and high-performance parts
• Professional aesthetics: Clean black finish with chrome hardware

From Sparkling Cleans to Heavy Crunch

The Player Stratocaster HSS delivers everything you love about a Strat, with extra output and tonal flexibility for heavier styles. Built for players who need versatility without compromising comfort or character.