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

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$549

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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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SplendidMorning215
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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!

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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!
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darthalalToday 12:27 PM
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Also works on the Tele.

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

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achandleyToday 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?
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darthalalToday 01:51 PM
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Quote from achandley :
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 —CAN— 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 😵 💫 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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MagentaTent7691Today 03:10 PM
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Quote from darthalal :
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 —CAN— 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 😵 💫 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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gman1960Today 03:34 PM
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I have a LPB Player 1. It's a nice guitar.

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