Announced at the recent Fender dealer meeting were new models in their Player and Player Plus range of guitars.
The Player Series
The Player Series is packed with authentic Fender feel and style. It’s ready to serve your musical vision, it’s versatile enough to handle any style of music and it’s the perfect platform for creating your own sound. To further bolster the Player Series, this spring, Fender debuts fresh bold yet iconic Fender colorways.
Player Stratocaster® & Player Stratocaster® Left-Handed Guitar ($1,549.00 AUD) The inspiring sound of a Stratocaster is one of the foundations of Fender. Featuring this classic sound—bell-like high end, punchy mids and robust low end, combined with crystal-clear articulation—the Player Stratocaster® is packed with authentic Fender feel and style. It’s ready to serve your musical vision, versatile enough to handle any style of music, and the perfect platform for creating your own sound. Respecting our heritage while maintaining our innovative spirit, the power trio of Player Series single-coil pickups are crisp and articulate—its authentic Fender tone with a modern edge. 2023 NEW finish options include Player Stratocaster®, Maple Fingerboard, Candy Apple Red (also available left-handed) and Player Stratocaster®, Pau Ferro Fingerboard, Sea Foam Green.
Player Stratocaster® HSS Guitar ($1,599 AUD) The inspiring sound of a Stratocaster® is one of the foundations of Fender. Featuring this classic sound—bell-like high end, punchy mids and robust low end, combined with crystal-clear articulation—the sonically flexible Player Stratocaster® HSS is packed with authentic Fender® feel and style. Respecting our heritage while maintaining our innovative spirit, the Player Series humbucking bridge pickup sounds huge and warm, while the single-coil Stratocaster® middle and neck pickups are crisp and articulate—it’s authentic Fender tone with a modern edge. The “Modern C”-shaped maple neck’s comfortable contours and smooth finish are ideal for almost any playing style. By adding a 22nd medium jumbo fret to the contemporary 9.5”-radius fingerboard we’ve made it easier to express yourself musically. The updated 2-point tremolo design has smoother travel for enhanced playing feel while simultaneously giving you rock-solid tuning stability since there’s less friction against the posts. Other features include master volume and tone controls, a 5-way pickup switch, 3-ply pickguard, synthetic bone nut, dual-wing string tree, sealed tuning machines and four-bolt “F”-stamped neck plate that marks this instrument as the real deal—as Fender as it gets. 2023 NEW finish options include Player Stratocaster® HSS, Maple Fingerboard, Sea Foam Green and Player Stratocaster® HSS, Pau Ferro Fingerboard, Candy Apple Red.
Player Telecaster® Guitar ($1,599.00 AUD) Bold, innovative and rugged, the Player Telecaster® is pure Fender, through and through. The feel, the style and, most importantly, the sound—they’re all there, waiting for you to make them whisper or wail for your music. Versatile enough to handle almost anything you can create and durable enough to survive any gig, this workhorse is a trusty sidekick for your musical vision. Respecting our heritage while maintaining our innovative spirit, the pair of Player Series single-coil Telecaster® pickups are crisp and articulate—it’s authentic Fender tone with a modern edge. The “Modern C”-shaped maple neck’s comfortable contours and smooth finish are ideal for almost any playing style. By adding a 22nd medium jumbo fret to the contemporary 9.5”-radius fingerboard we’ve made it easier to express yourself musically. To enhance the traditional twang and bite of a Telecaster®, we added bent-steel saddles to the string-through-body bridge for precise intonation and to help your sound cut through the mix, sustaining until the sun burns out. Other features include master volume and tone controls, a 3-way pickup switch with barrel tip, 3-ply pickguard, synthetic bone nut, dual-wing string tree, sealed tuning machines and four-bolt “F”-stamped neck plate that marks this instrument as the real deal—as Fender as it gets. 2023 NEW finish option is Player Telecaster®, Maple Fingerboard, Candy Apple Red.
Player Jaguar® Guitar ($1599.00 AUD) Sleek and stylish and with a voice that’s a modern twist on our classic sound, the Player Jaguar has a uniquely slinky playing feel. It encourages you to play differently, to reach for new chords and melodic twists and to explore new sounds and tonalities. Decked out with spotlight-ready chrome accents, it has the authentic sound, features and feel that’s inspired countless artists to write new songs and create new genres of music. 2023 NEW finish option is Player Jaguar®, Pau Ferro Fingerboard, Candy Apple Red.
Player Jazzmaster® Guitar ($1599.00AUD) With a fat, thick sound all its own and sleek, elegant style, the Player Jazzmaster® stands out under the spotlight. It’s an inspiring instrument with a flexible, authentic Fender tone—a voice that works with any kind of music. The Jazzmaster® keeps turning up in the hands of musical visionaries and rebels; it’s the ideal foundation for your sound. Rugged, raw and powerful, this guitar is ready to throw down. 2023 NEW finish option is Player Jazzmaster®, Pau Ferro Fingerboard, Candy Apple Red.
Player Jaguar® Bass Guitar ($1,549.00 AUD) When you’re ready to hit the stage and begin performing you need an instrument that’s sleek, powerful-sounding and ready for the spotlight—an instrument like the Player Jaguar Bass. The offset body and smooth playing feel give it modern appeal; the flexible pickup combination gives it a voice that’s all its own. Designed for creative bassists, the Player Jaguar Bass is ready to take the stage with you at a moment’s notice, bringing authentic Fender sound and style. 2023 NEW finish options are Player Jaguar® Bass, Maple Fingerboard, Sea Foam Green and Player Jaguar® Bass, Pau Ferro Fingerboard, Candy Apple Red.
Player Jazz Bass® & Player Jazz Bass® Left-Handed Guitar ($1,549.00 AUD) With its dual single-coil pickups and smooth playing feel, the Player Jazz Bass® is an inspiring instrument with classic, elevated style and authentic Fender bass tone. Its powerful, rumbling sound is punchy and tight; a growling voice that’s matched with fast, smooth playing feel for a shot of creative inspiration. Ready for action in the studio, or on the stage, the Player Jazz Bass® can take anything you can think of—and everything you haven’t yet. Respecting our heritage while maintaining our innovative spirit, the two growling Player Series single-coil pickups are packed with legendary Fender bass tone, turned up to 11 for modern ears. Volume controls for each and a master tone control are close to hand to shape the pickups’ powerful voice so you can easily craft your sound. The “Modern C”-shaped maple neck hosts a 9.5”-radius fingerboard with 20 medium-jumbo frets that are ideal for almost any playing style, while the 4-saddle bridge is engineered for accurate intonation and easy action adjustment so you can personalize the feel to your playing style and taste. 2023 NEW finish options are Player Jazz Bass®, Pau Ferro Fingerboard, Candy Apple Red (also available in left-handed) and Player Jazz Bass®, Pau Ferro Fingerboard, Sea Foam Green.
Player Plus Series
Since the launch of the Player Series in 2018, there has been a reinvigorated acceleration in learning how to play guitar. To accommodate the new demographics and generations that are redefining the industry, Fender introduced the high-performance Player Plus Series in 2021. The lineup of this advanced series was built for a new kind of player, poised to usher in a new era of music. Fender has added two left-handed models to the mix, and this spring the series will feature two new iconic Fender colorways.
Player Plus Stratocaster® & Player Plus Stratocaster® Left-Handed Guitar ($2,049.00 AUD) Fusing classic Fender® design with player-centric features and exciting new finishes, the Player Plus Stratocaster® delivers superb playability and unmistakable style. At the heart of this Strat® is a trio of Player Plus Noiseless™ pickups – bright and touch sensitive, they offer classic Strat® tone without hum. A push-pull pot on the tone control adds the neck pickup to switch positions 1 and 2 for two sounds not usually found on a Strat®. The silky satin Modern “C” Player Plus Strat® neck fits your hand like a glove, with smooth rolled edges for supreme comfort. The 12” radius fingerboard and 22 medium jumbo frets facilitate fluid leads and choke free bends. Smooth and responsive, the 2-point tremolo provides classic vibrato effects, while the locking tuners provide rock-solid tuning and make string changes quick and easy. 2023 NEW finish option is Player Plus Stratocaster®, Pau Ferro Fingerboard, Sienna Sunburst. Player Plus Stratocaster® Left-Handed models are available in Maple Fingerboard, 3-Color Sunburst and Olympic Pearl as well as Pau Ferro Fingerboard, Tequila Sunrise.
Player Plus Precision Bass® Left-Handed ($2149.00 AUD) Powered by a Player Plus PJ pickup set, the Player Plus Precision Bass® delivers the punch and growl that defines Fender bass tone. A 3-band active EQ provides precise tone shaping with switchable active/passive operation for ultimate flexibility. The Player Plus Precision Bass neck is sleek, fast, and smooth thanks to its silky satin finish, comfortable rolled edges on a 12” inch radius fingerboard, and modern “C” backshape. A rock solid HiMass™ bridge provides sustain, resonance, and perfect intonation.
Player Plus Nashville Telecaster® Guitar ($2099.00 AUD) Fusing classic Fender design with player-centric features and exciting new finishes, the Player Plus Nashville Telecaster® delivers superb playability and unmistakable style. Powered by a set of Player Plus Noiseless pickups, the Player Plus Nashville Tele® delivers warm, sweet Tele® twang – as well as Strat® in-between tones – without hum. A push-pull switch on the tone control engages the neck pickup in switch positions 1 & 2 for two additional tones. The silky satin Modern “C” Player Plus Tele® neck fits your hand like a glove, with smooth rolled edges for supreme comfort. The 12” radius fingerboard and 22 medium jumbo frets facilitate fluid leads and choke free bends. A modern 6-saddle Tele® bridge with block steel saddles adds a touch of brightness while providing precise intonation and the locking tuners provide rock-solid tuning and make string changes quick and easy. 2023 NEW finish option is Player Plus Nashville Telecaster®, Maple Fingerboard, Sienna Sunburst.
Player Plus Jazz Bass® V ($2,299.00 AUD) Powered by a set of Player Plus Noiseless Jazz Bass® pickups, the Player Plus Jazz Bass® V delivers the clarity and growl that defines Fender bass tone. A 3-band active EQ affords precise tone shaping with a toggle to switch between active or passive mode for ultimate flexibility. The Player Plus Jazz Bass® V neck is sleek, fast, and smooth thanks to its silky satin finish, comfortable rolled edges on a 12” radius fingerboard, and modern “C” back-shape. A rock solid HiMass™ bridge provides sustain, resonance, and perfect intonation. 2023 NEW finish option is Player Plus Jazz Bass® V, Pau Ferro Fingerboard, Fiesta Red.
Player Plus Jazz Bass® ($2,249.00 AUD) Powered by a set of Player Plus Noiseless™ Jazz Bass® pickups, the Player Plus Jazz Bass® delivers the clarity and growl that defines Fender® bass tone. A 3-band active EQ affords precise tone shaping with a toggle to switch between active or passive mode for ultimate flexibility. The Player Plus Jazz Bass® neck is sleek, fast, and smooth thanks to its silky satin finish, comfortable rolled edges on a 12” radius fingerboard, and modern “C” back-shape. A rock solid HiMass™ bridge provides sustain, resonance, and perfect intonation. 2023 NEW finish option is Player Plus Jazz Bass®, Maple Fingerboard, Sienna Sunburst.
Player Plus Precision Bass® ($2,149.00 AUD) Powered by a Player Plus PJ pickup set, the Player Plus Precision Bass® delivers the punch and growl that defines Fender bass tone. A 3-band active EQ provides precise tone shaping with switchable active/passive operation for ultimate flexibility. The Player Plus Precision Bass neck is sleek, fast, and smooth thanks to its silky satin finish, comfortable rolled edges on a 12” inch radius fingerboard, and modern “C” backshape. A rock solid HiMass™ bridge provides sustain, resonance, and perfect intonation. 2023 NEW finish option is Player Plus Precision Bass®, Maple Fingerboard, Fiesta Red.
Player Plus Meteora® HH Guitar ($2,149.00 AUD) Fusing innovative Fender design with player-centric features and exciting new finishes, the Player Plus Meteora® delivers superb playability and unmistakable style. A set of powerful Fireball™ humbucking pickups blend the perfect amount of gain with great string-to-string note clarity. An S-1™ switch activates the coil-split, delivering crystal-clear single-coil tones. The silky satin Modern “C” neck fits your hand like a glove, with smooth rolled edges for supreme comfort. The 12” radius fingerboard and 22 medium jumbo frets facilitate fluid leads and choke free bends. Smooth and responsive, the 2-point tremolo provides classic vibrato effects, while the locking tuners provide rock-solid tuning and make string changes quick and easy. 2023 NEW finish option is layer Plus Meteora® HH, Maple Fingerboard, Fiesta Red.