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Oct 26, 2025 8:24 AM

Fender Limited Edition Player II Series Stratocaster Electric Guitar (Blue)

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Adorama has Fender Limited Edition Player II Series Stratocaster Electric Guitar (Lake Placid Blue) on sale for $839.99 - $290.99 off when you apply coupon code OCTO2524 during checkout = $549. Shipping is free.
  • Note: Code is applied under Do you have a gift card or promo code? during checkout.
Thanks to Deal Hunter jk6812 for sharing this deal.

Product Details:
  • Experience versatile sound quality with the SSS pickup configuration, perfect for any music genre.
  • Enjoy superior playability thanks to the comfortable Modern "C" maple neck and 22 medium jumbo frets.
  • Achieve iconic tones with the Player Series Alnico 5 Strat Single-Coil pickups, ideal for classic rock and blues.
  • Benefit from the durable alder body, providing excellent resonance and sustain for your electric guitar.
  • The reliable 2-point synchronized tremolo bridge ensures stable tuning and expressive vibrato for every performance.
  • Trust in Fender's brand reputation for exceptional craftsmanship and a truly inspiring playing experience.

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Adorama has Fender Limited Edition Player II Series Stratocaster Electric Guitar (Lake Placid Blue) on sale for $839.99 - $290.99 off when you apply coupon code OCTO2524 during checkout = $549. Shipping is free.
  • Note: Code is applied under Do you have a gift card or promo code? during checkout.
Thanks to Deal Hunter jk6812 for sharing this deal.

Product Details:
  • Experience versatile sound quality with the SSS pickup configuration, perfect for any music genre.
  • Enjoy superior playability thanks to the comfortable Modern "C" maple neck and 22 medium jumbo frets.
  • Achieve iconic tones with the Player Series Alnico 5 Strat Single-Coil pickups, ideal for classic rock and blues.
  • Benefit from the durable alder body, providing excellent resonance and sustain for your electric guitar.
  • The reliable 2-point synchronized tremolo bridge ensures stable tuning and expressive vibrato for every performance.
  • Trust in Fender's brand reputation for exceptional craftsmanship and a truly inspiring playing experience.

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Written by ValPal2011 | Staff

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Written by jk6812 | Staff

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Oct 26, 2025 8:55 AM
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SplendidMorning215
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Oct 26, 2025 8:55 AM
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It's great to see the Adorama deals back! This blue looks so much better in person than the stock photos!
Oct 26, 2025 12:27 PM
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darthalalOct 26, 2025 12:27 PM
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Also works on the Tele.

https://www.adorama.com/fe142552502.html

Tempted.
Oct 26, 2025 12:59 PM
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achandleyOct 26, 2025 12:59 PM
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So two things

1) is this an actual deal? the deal history chart says its been this price since the end of September
2) My only Fender is a Squire Strat. It's fine but the various hardware is obviously cheap. Is this "player" actually a meaningful upgrade?
Oct 26, 2025 1:51 PM
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darthalalOct 26, 2025 1:51 PM
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Quote from achandley View quoted comment :
So two things

1) is this an actual deal? the deal history chart says its been this price since the end of September
2) My only Fender is a Squire Strat. It's fine but the various hardware is obviously cheap. Is this "player" actually a meaningful upgrade?
1) The Lake Placid Blue players are frequently around this price on and off. This is roughly what a Player model went for without being a "deal" several years ago, but prices are inflating and they haven't been accessible there for a while outside of sporadic deals / drops. Standard price for a Player II is significantly higher than $550 - you can still find Player Is, or used guitars or different models or open box or 1000 other options for less. But if you want a blue made in Mexico strat or tele with Fender on the headstock and a warranty, it's a good deal. If any of those are what's important to you is totally up to you.

2) Depends a lot on which Squier and a lot on sample variation. I've had a lot of Squiers and several Fenders from all different price points. One of the cheapest Squiers was among the best to play - I got it second hand so don't even recall what series it was from. May were total duds. The Classic Vibe series has been consistently good to me, and overall better / nicer to play than "Standard" or "Player" Fenders that I've owned. But I have had QC issues with some and had to send them back. And the hardware β€”CANβ€” feel cheaper. But if the volume knob feels a little cheaper but the guitar as a whole feels better and more inspiring to play, does it really matter? (This is an exaggeration to pick at a point of course - if you get a cheap crappy bridge or tuner that breaks or doesn't work right that's different..). But I've also played Mexican made Fenders that rule. My anecdotal experience is that around this price point, I think individual sample variation matters more than globally "Squier vs Fender".

Disclaimer: this is mostly rambling nonsense based on the guitars I've held and played and bought. It's a very small sample size relative to the number of guitars out there - I've never played a Player II. I did play many and purchase 2 Player Strats, the original Player Tele from this deal years ago, and a variety of classic Vibe and other Squiers. I originally sold my Player Tele in favor of a white Classic Vibe 50s Tele that I liked better, but it took 3 tries to get one that didn't have nut or neck issues. I don't have any of them any more though, variety is the spice of life 😡 πŸ’« All of this to say - if you like your Squier you don't need this. It may or may not be a meaningful upgrade, it depends what you're looking for. But if you want a Player II Fender, this is a decent deal.
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Oct 26, 2025 3:10 PM
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MagentaTent7691Oct 26, 2025 3:10 PM
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Quote from darthalal View quoted comment :
1) The Lake Placid Blue players are frequently around this price on and off. This is roughly what a Player model went for without being a "deal" several years ago, but prices are inflating and they haven't been accessible there for a while outside of sporadic deals / drops. Standard price for a Player II is significantly higher than $550 - you can still find Player Is, or used guitars or different models or open box or 1000 other options for less. But if you want a blue made in Mexico strat or tele with Fender on the headstock and a warranty, it's a good deal. If any of those are what's important to you is totally up to you.

2) Depends a lot on which Squier and a lot on sample variation. I've had a lot of Squiers and several Fenders from all different price points. One of the cheapest Squiers was among the best to play - I got it second hand so don't even recall what series it was from. May were total duds. The Classic Vibe series has been consistently good to me, and overall better / nicer to play than "Standard" or "Player" Fenders that I've owned. But I have had QC issues with some and had to send them back. And the hardware β€”CANβ€” feel cheaper. But if the volume knob feels a little cheaper but the guitar as a whole feels better and more inspiring to play, does it really matter? (This is an exaggeration to pick at a point of course - if you get a cheap crappy bridge or tuner that breaks or doesn't work right that's different..). But I've also played Mexican made Fenders that rule. My anecdotal experience is that around this price point, I think individual sample variation matters more than globally "Squier vs Fender".

Disclaimer: this is mostly rambling nonsense based on the guitars I've held and played and bought. It's a very small sample size relative to the number of guitars out there - I've never played a Player II. I did play many and purchase 2 Player Strats, the original Player Tele from this deal years ago, and a variety of classic Vibe and other Squiers. I originally sold my Player Tele in favor of a white Classic Vibe 50s Tele that I liked better, but it took 3 tries to get one that didn't have nut or neck issues. I don't have any of them any more though, variety is the spice of life 😡 πŸ’« All of this to say - if you like your Squier you don't need this. It may or may not be a meaningful upgrade, it depends what you're looking for. But if you want a Player II Fender, this is a decent deal.
Sir this is a Internet forum, please make your comments less reasonable and nuanced
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Oct 26, 2025 3:34 PM
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gman1960Oct 26, 2025 3:34 PM
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I have a LPB Player 1. It's a nice guitar.
Oct 26, 2025 5:13 PM
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VioletGoat7760Oct 26, 2025 5:13 PM
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Left handed too?

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Oct 26, 2025 5:54 PM
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HappyWealth522Oct 26, 2025 5:54 PM
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Quote from achandley View quoted comment :
So two things

1) is this an actual deal? the deal history chart says its been this price since the end of September
2) My only Fender is a Squire Strat. It's fine but the various hardware is obviously cheap. Is this "player" actually a meaningful upgrade?
I've had several Squiers and several Player II Fenders. Of all those, the best guitar has been been an early Classic Vibe that was made in China which I'll never sell because it's so perfect. But in general, yes, the Player II series is better than the majority of the Squiers I had. The Player IIs have better sounding pickups and much better necks. Most Squiers I've had have have sharp fret ends or lifting frets that I've had to fix. My biggest complaint with the Player II is nut, which seems to bind the strings. However, that's an easy fit by running some fine-grit sand paper in the slots and then using graphite to lube them.
Oct 26, 2025 8:39 PM
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zuhlOct 26, 2025 8:39 PM
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Bought the Player 1 at this price 4 years ago. Good to see its still affordable. I replaced the pickups with a Fender noisless set for $200 and spent about 3 hours on a good setup. Plays and sounds as good or better than any strat you will find at any price
Oct 26, 2025 9:09 PM
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BeartrkkrOct 26, 2025 9:09 PM
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Quote from achandley View quoted comment :
So two things<br />
<br />
1) is this an actual deal? the deal history chart says its been this price since the end of September<br />
2) My only Fender is a Squire Strat. It's fine but the various hardware is obviously cheap. Is this "player" actually a meaningful upgrade?



Yes, it's a deal. It's $800 at Guitar Center.


At this price it is a meaningful update and will have Fender on the headstock if that matters.
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Oct 27, 2025 12:33 AM
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W33ZOct 27, 2025 12:33 AM
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I recently tried the Player II, Player II Modified and Pro II. I was really impressed with the quality of the Players and would recommend it to most players. The work they put into the Players is comparable to the Pro IMHO.
Oct 27, 2025 2:47 AM
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ripper415Oct 27, 2025 2:47 AM
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Quote from achandley View quoted comment :
So two things

1) is this an actual deal? the deal history chart says its been this price since the end of September
2) My only Fender is a Squire Strat. It's fine but the various hardware is obviously cheap. Is this "player" actually a meaningful upgrade?
1) while not technically a "deal" in terms of adorama price with the Slickdeals code applied, it's still over $100 cheaper than the best sale price at guitar center & musician's friend

2) put it this way...a Hyundai and a Lexus are both cars. They'll both get you from point A to point B safely. But one is most likely assembled better with better quality parts than the other. It's up to you to decide if that's worth the extra $ or not
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FPV_JawnOct 27, 2025 3:10 AM
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Quote from MagentaTent7691 View quoted comment :
Sir this is a Internet forum, please make your comments less reasonable and nuanced
In your quest for laughs, You imply legitimacy exists in that rambling, nonproductive comment I get it, but this is important! With an *asterisk!
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W33ZOct 27, 2025 3:49 AM
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Quote from HappyWealth522 View quoted comment :
I've had several Squiers and several Player II Fenders. Of all those, the best guitar has been been an early Classic Vibe that was made in China which I'll never sell because it's so perfect. But in general, yes, the Player II series is better than the majority of the Squiers I had. The Player IIs have better sounding pickups and much better necks. Most Squiers I've had have have sharp fret ends or lifting frets that I've had to fix. My biggest complaint with the Player II is nut, which seems to bind the strings. However, that's an easy fit by running some fine-grit sand paper in the slots and then using graphite to lube them.
I love my classic 50s vibe tele too! Mine was made in Indonesia though.

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Oct 27, 2025 4:38 AM
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me4tuxOct 27, 2025 4:38 AM
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Just wondering if you can share your thoughts if the guitar is tuned decent out-of-the-box?
I am just looking for a guitar which I don't have to send off to a luthier for additional work.
Thanks for any info...

Quote from W33Z View quoted comment :
I recently tried the Player II, Player II Modified and Pro II. I was really impressed with the quality of the Players and would recommend it to most players. The work they put into the Players is comparable to the Pro IMHO.

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