SAINTE-GENEVIÈVE-DES-BOIS, France
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** FENDER Player Stratocaster 3TS 3-Tone Sunburst **Carefully inspected and professionally set up by our guitar workshop, this instrument is a 2021 pre-owned model in excellent condition.New strings installed (Rotosound British Steels 11-48).Overall condition: 9/10Frets: 9/10Truss rod: OKElectronics: OKUpgrade: EMG DG20 David Gilmour Signature set, with the battery neatly installed in the rear cavity.Specifications:Year: 2021 (75th Fender Anniversary)Serial Number: MX21050470Weight: 3.790 kgBody: AlderBody Finish: Gloss PolyesterNeck: Maple, Modern "C" profileFingerboard: MapleRadius: 9.5" (241 mm)Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)Frets: 22 Medium JumboNut Width: 42 mm (1.650")Nut: Synthetic BoneEMG DG20 Pickup Set3 x EMG SA pickups with white coversMaster VolumeEXG Guitar Expander: enhances bass and treble frequenciesSPC Presence Control: boosts mids for a humbucker-like tone5-way pickup selectorBridge: 2-point synchronized tremolo with bent steel saddlesTuners: Fender Standard Cast/SealedHardware Finish: Nickel/ChromeThis Fender Player Stratocaster 3-Color Sunburst, produced to celebrate Fender’s 75th Anniversary and featuring the commemorative logo on the back of the headstock, perfectly embodies the Fender spirit: an outstanding balance of tradition, build quality, and modern performance. Beneath its timeless appearance lies a particularly successful instrument designed for musicians seeking a true stage-ready guitar without stepping up to the considerably more expensive American-made models.From the first moment you pick it up, the Modern "C" maple neck impresses with its comfort and playability. It offers an effortless feel whether you're playing open chords or tackling more technical lead work. The 9.5-inch fingerboard radius and 22 Medium Jumbo frets make bends smooth and expressive while preserving the unmistakable Stratocaster feel that players expect from a Fender. The alder body contributes excellent balance, both ergonomically and sonically.Where this Player Stratocaster truly stands apart is its renowned EMG DG20 pickup system, developed around the legendary tones of David Gilmour. This upgrade completely transforms the instrument, elevating it well beyond the performance level of a standard Player Stratocaster. From the very first notes, the guitar delivers remarkable clarity and precision across the entire frequency spectrum. High frequencies remain crystal clear without becoming harsh, the midrange gains richness and presence, while the lows become deeper, tighter, and more articulate. The onboard preamp provides increased output along with a sense of power, definition, and headroom that is immediately noticeable.The famous EXG Expander dramatically broadens the frequency response by simultaneously enhancing both bass and treble frequencies, creating tones that are expansive, modern, and majestic. The SPC Presence Control, another hallmark of the DG20 system, adds thickness and authority, allowing players to achieve fuller, more aggressive textures that sometimes approach humbucker territory while retaining the fundamental character of a Stratocaster. Clean tones become huge and almost three-dimensional, offering exceptional depth and harmonic richness, while overdriven sounds gain sustain, focus, and vocal-like expressiveness. The result is an instrument capable of producing the atmospheric soundscapes, soaring leads, and immersive textures that became such a defining part of David Gilmour’s work with Pink Floyd.This electronics package delivers impressive versatility and a truly premium sonic character, appealing equally to players of blues, progressive rock, fusion, and modern styles requiring exceptional clarity and definition.The hardware inspires confidence as well. The 2-point synchronized tremolo provides smoother operation and improved tuning stability compared to traditional vintage systems, while the sealed tuners ensure reliable tuning performance during rehearsals and live shows. Fender clearly designed the Player Series as a working musician’s instrument, capable of handling countless hours of playing without compromise.In the end, this Fender Player Stratocaster is far more than a standard Mexican-made Player model. While the original platform already offers excellent build quality, the addition of the EMG DG20 system transforms the guitar completely, elevating it to a level of performance rarely found in this price range. The comfortable neck, solid craftsmanship, reliable hardware, and above all the iconic electronics combine to create an exceptionally inspiring instrument. Whether you're chasing the majestic, crystalline tones associated with David Gilmour or exploring more modern and powerful sounds, this Stratocaster delivers with ease. A stage- and studio-ready instrument whose capabilities extend far beyond those of the original model.
Original Price€1,199
36% price drop
New Price€769
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