Pre-Owned Fender Player Lead II, Maple Fingerboard, Crimson Red

The Fender Player Lead II: Modern Take on a Cult Classic

Classic Fender Feel with Upgraded Hardware

Originally introduced in the late 70s, the Lead Series was Fender’s clever answer to evolving musical demands, and the Player Lead II captures that spirit with a modern twist. Designed to deliver a unique aesthetic and versatile performance in a streamlined package, this pre-owned model stands out for its simplicity, tonal clarity, and fresh upgrades. Finished in eye-catching Crimson Red over an alder body, it delivers a feel that's instantly familiar to Fender fans but with modern playability at its core.

Player-Grade Mods and Pro-Level Components

This Lead II isn’t stock. Outfitted with a Seymour Duncan SSL-5 bridge pickup in reverse wound, reverse polarity configuration, it offers boosted output and enhanced tonal depth without noise. The SSL-52 in the neck position adds smooth, vintage-flavored warmth, making this guitar a flexible weapon for any tone-chaser. Fender Ultra string trees and sealed 18:1 Kluson tuners make tuning stability a non-issue, while the six-saddle string-through hardtail bridge adds sustain and attack to every note. Best of all, the original Fender pickups are included and uninstalled, giving you the option to return to factory specs if desired.

Sleek, Comfortable Playability

This Player Lead II features a gloss polyester-finished maple neck and fingerboard for effortless gliding and snap. While this model's neck shape isn’t specified, the profile sits comfortably in-hand for extended sessions. Whether you're navigating tight chord voicings or bending into lead lines, this guitar is built for comfort and control. The cut-down body edges and 25.5-inch scale length contribute to a well-balanced, ergonomic playing experience.

Signature Strat Clarity with Enhanced Versatility

The upgraded pickups give this Lead II a tonal edge over its factory configuration. With a master volume and tone and a three-way toggle switch, it's easy to dial in punchy bridge tones, glassy neck warmth, or something in-between. The result is a Strat-like voice with sharper contours, capable of cutting through a mix or laying back in a blend, depending on your touch.

Light Wear, Gig-Ready Condition

This guitar has light finish scratches on both front and back along with standard pickguard wear, but nothing that affects performance. It includes a non-original Fender gig bag for convenient transport and protection. Professionally Plek'd and set up in our in house repair shop, this is a stage-ready instrument with upgraded performance and vintage style.

Specifications:

• Finish: Crimson Red

• Body: Alder

• Body Finish: Gloss Polyester

• Neck: Maple

• Neck Finish: Gloss Polyester

• Fingerboard: Maple

• Scale Length: 25.5"

• Bridge: 6-Saddle String-Through-Body Hardtail with Block Saddles

• Pickguard: 3-Ply Black

• Pickups: Seymour Duncan SSL-5 RWRP (Bridge), Seymour Duncan SSL-52 (Neck)

• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone

• Switching: 3-Position Toggle

• Tuners: Kluson Sealed, 18:1 Ratio

• String Trees: Fender Ultra

• Case/Gig Bag: Includes non-original Fender gig bag

• Additional Included Accessories: Original uninstalled factory pickups

This item is at Five Star Guitars on consignment. As a result, all sales are final.

This electric guitar ships fully insured with signature required.