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Fender Standard Stratocaster HSS Aqua Marine Metallic
Fender
1 In stock
Electric Guitar
Fender
Classic Fender Tonewoods & Versatile HSS Sound
Body: Poplar
The Standard HSS Stratocaster uses a lightweight poplar body with a gloss polyurethane finish that delivers a balanced tonal foundation, warm lows, clear mids and articulate highs, wrapped in the iconic Stratocaster® double-cutaway shape that’s comfortable and classic.
Elegant Craftsmanship & Detailing
The Standard HSS blends timeless Fender style with reliable build quality:
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Finish & Aesthetics: Gloss polyurethane finish with a variety of classic colour options (e.g., Black, Aqua Marine Metallic, Candy Cola).
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Pickguard: 3-ply pickguard (white or black depending on finish) protects the body and adds classic Fender styling.
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Hardware: Chrome hardware throughout provides durability and traditional visual appeal.
Neck, Feel & Hardware
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Neck: Maple with “Modern C” profile, smooth and comfortable for rhythm or lead playing across genres.
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Fingerboard: Indian Laurel or Maple with 9.5″ (241 mm) radius, versatile for both chords and expressive bends.
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Scale Length: 25.5″ (648 mm), classic Fender scale for balanced tension and feel.
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Frets: 21 medium-jumbo frets for expressive playing.
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Nut: Micarta with ~1.6875″ (42.86 mm) width, comfortable for a variety of styles.
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Truss Rod: Dual-action head adjust for precise neck relief.
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Tuning Machines: Fender® Standard cast/sealed tuners with hex buttons for reliable tuning stability.
Electronics & Controls
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Pickups: Fender Standard pickup set configured HSS, one ceramic humbucking bridge pickup plus two single-coil Strat pickups.
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Controls: Master volume, Tone 1 (neck/middle), Tone 2 (bridge).
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Switching: 5-position blade switch for versatile tone combinations, from bridge humbucker power to crisp neck single-coil sounds.
Bridge & Tremolo
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Bridge: Standard 2-Point synchronized tremolo with satin chrome steel block saddles, expressive vibrato with solid stability.
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Tremolo Arm: Screw-in style included.
Protection & Case
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Case/Gig Bag: Sold without a case
Specifications
| Feature | Description |
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| Model | Fender Standard Series Stratocaster HSS |
| Body | Poplar |
| Body Finish | Gloss Polyurethane |
| Body Shape | Stratocaster® |
| Neck Material | Maple (“Modern C” profile) |
| Fingerboard | Indian Laurel or Maple |
| Fingerboard Radius | 9.5″ (241 mm) |
| Scale Length | 25.5″ (648 mm) |
| Frets | 21 Medium-Jumbo |
| Nut Material | Micarta |
| Nut Width | ~1.6875″ (42.86 mm) |
| Pickup Configuration | HSS (1 × Humbucking, 2 × Single-Coil) |
| Controls | 1 × Volume, 2 × Tone, 5-Way Blade Switch |
| Bridge | Standard 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo |
| Hardware Finish | Chrome |
| Tuning Machines | Fender® Standard Cast/Sealed |
| Pickguard | 3-Ply (White/Black) |
| Case/Gig Bag | None Included |
UK Shipping
UK postage is free on most items, excluding pianos, digital pianos and double basses which we will quote on an individual basis.
We send smaller items via Royal Mail and larger items via a carrier. We will e-mail you when your order has been shipped. Orders usually take 2-3 working days.
ROI Shipping
Delivery to Ireland is free on items over £179, excluding pianos, digital pianos and double basses which we will quote on an individual basis. For delivery of items under £179, the cost is £10.
International Shipping
We are happy to give a quote for international shipping. Email info@matchettsmusic.com or phone us on +44 (0) 28 9032 6695 for a price.
Piano Shipping
Due to the size and weight of pianos and digital pianos, we have to quote for delivery on an individual basis, Email us at info@matchettsmusic.com or phone us on 028 9032 6695 for a quote.
Returns Policy
You have 14 calendar days to return an item from the date you received it. To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it.
Your item must be in the original packaging, and have the receipt or proof of purchase.
Please note that gift vouchers are not eligible for refunds.
Refunds
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the 'Complete Orders' link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received it, inspected it and processed the returned item.
If your return is approved, we will initiate a refund to your credit card (or original method of payment). You will receive the credit within a certain amount of days, depending on your card issuer’s policies.
Return Shipping
You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item.
Queries
For any delivery questions or queries, send us an email at info@matchettsmusic.com, or call us on 028 9032 6695.
