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Fender Standard Stratocaster HSS Electric Guitar - Candy Cola

Solidbody Electric Guitar with Poplar Body, Maple Neck, Laurel Fingerboard, 2 Single-coil Pickups, 1 Humbucking Pickup, and Tremolo - Candy Cola
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Fender Standard Stratocaster HSS Electric Guitar - Candy Cola
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A Standard Approach to an Iconic Guitar

When you’re ready to experience quintessential Fender design and playability, look no further than the Fender Standard Stratocaster HSS. Built with the player in mind, the standard design allows beginners and aficionados alike to experience essential Fender features that make the brand’s guitars the first choice of so many Sweetwater guitarists. With a satin-finished and time-tested modern C-shaped neck and a 9.5-inch-radius Indian laurel fingerboard, this guitar is immensely comfortable for both chords and individually fretted notes. The Standard Single-coil Strat pickups offer the iconic snappy tone, while a high-output Standard Ceramic Humbucker lends itself to a more aggressive modern sound. Achieve patented Strat vibrato and dynamic versatility with the onboard 2-point synchronized tremolo system, complete with even tension that is easy to use and stays in tune. Whether you’re buying your first guitar or looking to add some Strat sparkle to your collection, the Standard Stratocaster offers all the playability, tonality, and style a Fender guitar can provide.

Tried-and-true design

The Fender Stratocaster is one of the most widely recognized and popular electric guitar designs worldwide. Its S-shaped body features dual cutaways for easy fretboard access, and its sleek tapered edges are comfortable for any player. This Standard Stratocaster is a no-frills representation of that legacy, capturing the beloved style and sound in one approachable instrument.

The best of both worlds

With two traditional single-coil pickups and a ceramic humbucker, the Standard Strat HSS offers a spectrum of tonal variety. The Standard Single-coil Strat pickups supply bright, smooth, clean tones that are at home in any genre, and the Standard Ceramic Humbucker can push your amp into crunchier tones or melt faces with gritty high-gain drive. This versatile instrument makes the perfect platform for experimenting with your sound and dialing in your setup. Use it to practice or perform across various styles with multiple techniques.

C-shaped perfection

The Standard Stratocaster's neck sports Fender's much-loved modern C shape. Combined with the 9.5-inch radius of the fretboard, this neck is excellent at reducing tension in your hand. Easy to play, the maple neck fits comfortably in the hand, allowing plenty of room to fret complex chords, pick out simple melodies, or shred through scales. The satin finish is smooth without being tacky, keeping your movements fluid, while the Indian laurel fretboard adds a splash of darkness to the guitar’s aesthetic.

Fender Standard Stratocaster HSS Features:

  • Standard design offers Fender style with essential Stratocaster playability and features
  • Satin-finished modern C maple neck with Indian laurel fingerboard maximizes speed and comfort
  • 9.5-in. fingerboard radius is comfortable, smooth, and accessible
  • Standard Single-coil Strat pickups in the neck and middle positions for iconic snappy tone
  • Standard Ceramic Humbucker in the bridge for searing leads and modern high-output sound
  • 2-point synchronized tremolo system is easy to use and stays in tune

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Tech Specs

  • General
  • Model Standard Stratocaster
  • Number of Strings 6
  • Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
  • Body
  • Body Type Solidbody
  • Body Shape Stratocaster
  • Body Material Poplar
  • Body Finish Gloss Polyurethane
  • Color Candy Cola
  • Neck
  • Neck Material Maple
  • Neck Finish Satin Urethane
  • Neck Shape Modern C
  • Neck Joint Bolt-on
  • Radius 9.5"
  • Fingerboard Material Indian Laurel
  • Fingerboard Inlay Dots
  • Number of Frets 21
  • Fret Type Medium Jumbo
  • Scale Length 25.5"
  • Nut Width 1.6875"
  • Nut Material Micarta
  • Hardware
  • Bridge/Tailpiece Fender Standard 2-Point Tremolo with Satin Chrome Steel Block Saddles
  • Tuners Fender Standard Cast/Sealed
  • Electronics
  • Neck Pickup Fender Standard Strat Single-coil
  • Middle Pickup Fender Standard Strat Single-coil
  • Bridge Pickup Fender Standard Humbucker
  • Controls 1 x volume, 2 x tone
  • Switching 5-way blade pickup switch
  • Miscellaneous
  • Strings Nickel Plated Steel, .009-.042
  • Case/Gig Bag Sold Separately
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 0266440571

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Reviews

Pleasantly Surprised

The more I'm playing this guitar, I'm happy with it! It has a Jimi Hendrix sound when I play his famous E7#9 chord during "Purple Haze" (my guitar teacher also said this when I played the intro for her). I've heard Squier guitars before, and I'm not particularly impressed with the sound.


If you watch some YouTube videos about this guitar, you will notice mixed reviews. Personally, it's a step-up from my Donner guitar (and that one sounded good for $).


This guitar is not a $ Stratocaster, but I've been enjoying playing it. I even use my silver slide and nickel finger picks on it when I play Blue-sy music (like "Sleepwalk" and "Rambling on My Mind") and it sounds pretty cool (although I usually play these songs on my acoustic).


Overall, it's been a fun ride (it was a good price, especially since it was on sale) and the Stratocaster neck makes it easier to go up and down the fretboard.

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This Fender Strat is not a real expensive guitar, however it plays like one. It is a beautiful guitar. If you want a Fender but cant afford one of the High dollar ones, this is a great choice. Also let me add that when I received the guitar, there was a problem with the tremolo arm, Sweetwater could have sent me a replacement arm and I could have replaced it. But Sweetwater didn't do that, instead, after I called them, 2days later I received a brand new replacement guitar. I sent the 1st one back, No questions asked. I have dealt with Sweetwater for a few years now and I'm always impressed by the service they give. Matthew is my go to guy at Sweetwater, but all the Sweetwater staff are Great folks to deal with.
Music background: Worship leader
It’ is a Stratocaster !!!
I am not disappointed anywhere on this axe. I own others, but this is the first "HSS" Strat. Candy Cola is an interesting color. It is a keeper.
Music background: 70 years of playing and still loving it !
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A GREAT GUITAR AND ANOTHER OUTSTANDING FENDER PRODUCT.
Music background: part time guitar instructor and musician.
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GREAT INSTRUMENT!
Music background: MUSIC TUTOR AND PART TIME PERFORMER.

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