{"product_id":"fender-2024-collection-mij-hybrid-ii-stratocaster-hsh-vintage-natural-used-comm","title":"Fender 2024 Collection MIJ Hybrid II Stratocaster HSH Vintage Natural, (Used, Comm)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFender Made in Japan Hybrid II Stratocaster HSH in Vintage Natural\u003c\/strong\u003e combines classic Stratocaster styling with a considerably more versatile modern electronics package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo Hybrid II Custom Voiced humbuckers surround a single-coil middle pickup, giving this guitar everything from full-bodied neck and bridge humbucker sounds to brighter Strat-style combinations. A push\/pull coil-split function expands the available tones further, while vintage-style locking tuners and a two-point tremolo make the guitar practical for regular live and studio use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerial \u003cstrong\u003eJD23027398\u003c\/strong\u003e identifies this individual guitar as \u003cstrong\u003e2023 Japanese production\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the model itself belongs to Fender’s limited \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pre-Owned example is offered in \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent condition\u003c\/strong\u003e and includes a \u003cstrong\u003ehardcase\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt A Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eKey Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFender\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in Japan Hybrid II\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStratocaster HSH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2024 Collection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVintage Natural\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFingerboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHSH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Owned, Excellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain Appeal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly versatile Japanese Strat with HSH pickups and coil splitting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRock, blues, pop, fusion, alternative, session and studio work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePre-Owned Condition Report\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExcellent Condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eFender Made in Japan Hybrid II Stratocaster HSH Vintage Natural\u003c\/strong\u003e is offered in \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent condition\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent condition reflects a carefully owned Pre-Owned instrument showing only very light evidence of previous use while remaining particularly well presented and ready for regular stage, studio or home playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo faults, repairs or modifications have been supplied for this listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Fender MIJ Hybrid II Stratocaster HSH Vintage Natural\u003cbr\u003e✔ Hardcase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✘ No Additional Accessories Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Hybrid II Stratocaster has been graded \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a particularly attractive choice for someone looking for a clean example of this limited-production HSH model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFair Deal Quality Control Assessment\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pre-Owned Fender Hybrid II Stratocaster has been inspected and assessed by the Fair Deal Music team before sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur checks include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck, middle and bridge pickups tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive-way selector checked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush\/pull coil-split function tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaster volume checked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth tone controls tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput socket checked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrets inspected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRosewood fingerboard assessed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck condition checked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage-style locking tuners inspected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-point tremolo operation assessed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge and saddles checked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware inspected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuning stability checked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall playability assessed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardcase checked for basic usability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eService \/ Setup Work\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Pre-Owned electric guitars at Fair Deal Music are \u003cstrong\u003eset up and checked before leaving the shop\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur assessment includes action, neck relief, fret condition, intonation, tuning stability, electronics, pickup output, tremolo setup, hardware and overall playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that guitar setup can shift slightly during delivery because temperature and humidity changes can naturally affect wooden instruments in transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Choose The Fender Hybrid II Stratocaster HSH?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGenuinely Versatile HSH Pickup Layout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck and bridge humbuckers provide more power and body than a conventional SSS Stratocaster, while the middle single-coil retains the brighter attack associated with Fender’s traditional pickup format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePush\/Pull Coil Splitting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe additional coil-split function gives the humbuckers a leaner, brighter response when required, considerably expanding the number of useful tones available without adding complicated switching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModern “C” Neck\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe maple neck uses Fender’s familiar Modern “C” profile with a satin-finished back, providing a smooth contemporary feel that suits both rhythm and lead playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e9.5\" Rosewood Fingerboard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 9.5\" radius offers a useful middle ground between vintage Fender curvature and flatter modern designs, making it comfortable for chords while accommodating clean bends and lead playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Looks With Modern Hardware\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vintage-inspired aesthetic is paired with a two-point tremolo and locking tuners, giving the Hybrid II a more practical stage specification than a strict historical recreation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eComparison Against Popular Alternatives\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHybrid II HSH vs Standard Hybrid II SSS Stratocaster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe regular SSS Hybrid II focuses on traditional Stratocaster single-coil sounds, while the HSH model offers considerably more power at the neck and bridge and is better suited to players regularly using overdrive or higher-gain amplification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHybrid II HSH vs Hybrid II HSS Stratocaster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HSS version keeps a traditional single-coil neck sound while adding a bridge humbucker. The HSH version is the stronger option for players who also want a fuller neck pickup for lead work and heavier rhythm tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHybrid II HSH vs Fender American Professional II Stratocaster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Professional II offers Fender’s USA professional specification and a more conventional pickup format, while the Japanese HSH Hybrid II provides a distinctive combination of humbuckers, coil splitting and Japanese production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHybrid II HSH vs Ibanez AZ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are versatile modern instruments built around familiar double-cut ergonomics. The Ibanez leans more strongly towards contemporary performance-guitar design, while the Hybrid II retains a more recognisably traditional Fender appearance and feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRock Guitarists\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two humbuckers provide the extra output and midrange needed for overdriven rhythm and lead work while retaining access to brighter sounds through the middle pickup and coil splitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSession Players\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHSH switching makes this a particularly useful studio instrument because one guitar can cover fuller humbucker parts and cleaner Strat-inspired textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFusion And Progressive Players\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of comfortable modern neck dimensions, 22 frets, two-point tremolo and broad electronics makes the Hybrid II well suited to technically varied material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePop And Function Musicians\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers covering several styles during one set can benefit from having such a wide range of pickup sounds available without changing guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFender Players Wanting More Output\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you enjoy Stratocaster ergonomics but find a traditional SSS setup too lean for your main playing style, the HSH Hybrid II is a very logical alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSuitable Genres And Uses\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard rock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlues rock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgressive rock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern worship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSession work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLead guitar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRhythm guitar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudio recording\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModelling rigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHSH vs HSS vs SSS Stratocaster: Which Is Right For You?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eSSS Stratocaster\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the most traditional Fender pickup layout, while \u003cstrong\u003eHSS\u003c\/strong\u003e adds extra bridge-pickup power without changing the familiar neck and middle positions. \u003cstrong\u003eHSH\u003c\/strong\u003e goes one step further by adding a neck humbucker as well, making it particularly useful for players who want fuller lead sounds at both ends of the five-way selector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coil-split function on this Hybrid II helps bridge the gap between those formats. You can use the full humbuckers when you need weight and output, then switch to a leaner split sound when cleaner articulation is more important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for advice on choosing the right \u003cstrong\u003eFender Hybrid II, HSH Stratocaster or Made in Japan electric guitar\u003c\/strong\u003e? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eStory \u0026amp; Context: Fender Made In Japan Hybrid II HSH\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFender’s Japanese production has played an important role in the company’s history since the early 1980s, building a particularly strong reputation among players looking for well-made interpretations of classic Fender designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHybrid II concept\u003c\/strong\u003e was developed around combining familiar vintage-inspired Fender looks with practical modern specifications rather than recreating one historical year. Features such as locking tuners, 9.5\" radius fingerboards and two-point tremolos illustrate that approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the limited \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, Fender expanded the idea with an \u003cstrong\u003eHSH Stratocaster\u003c\/strong\u003e, fitting newly designed Hybrid II Custom Voiced humbuckers at the neck and bridge around a Hybrid II single-coil middle pickup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, serial \u003cstrong\u003eJD23027398\u003c\/strong\u003e dates this individual instrument to \u003cstrong\u003e2023 manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing that production began before the model’s designation and release as part of Fender’s 2024 Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit 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Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHSH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck Pickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHybrid II Custom Voiced Humbucking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMiddle Pickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHybrid II Custom Voiced Single Coil Stratocaster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBridge Pickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHybrid II Custom Voiced Humbucking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectronics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaster Volume, Tone 1, Tone 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup Selector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-Way Blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdditional Switching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePush\/Pull 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Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJD23027398\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Owned, Excellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo battery or external power supply is required for the guitar’s passive electronics or coil-split function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect it to a suitable amplifier, pedalboard, modeller or recording interface using a standard \u003cstrong\u003e1\/4\" instrument cable\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuying Pre-Owned can be an excellent way to access limited Fender Japan models after their original production run has finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis HSH Hybrid II is particularly interesting because it was a \u003cstrong\u003elimited 2024 Collection specification\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than part of the standard long-term Hybrid II Stratocaster range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Fair Deal Music, our Pre-Owned guitars are individually checked and assessed before sale, helping customers buy discontinued, limited and Japanese-made instruments with greater confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFair Deal Music Verdict\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e★★★★★ 5\/5\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFender Made in Japan Hybrid II Stratocaster HSH Vintage Natural\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the more versatile recent Japanese Fender Stratocasters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dual humbuckers give it enough power for serious rock and lead work, while the middle single-coil and coil-split function stop it becoming a one-dimensional high-output guitar. Add the locking tuners, two-point tremolo and comfortable Modern “C” neck and it becomes a very capable all-round stage or studio instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rock, fusion, pop and session players who want Stratocaster ergonomics with greater pickup versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers usually upgrade from:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fender Player Stratocasters, conventional HSS guitars and more affordable Japanese or Mexican Fender models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost commonly paired with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Valve amplifiers, amp modellers, overdrive, distortion, compressor, delay and modulation effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the full bridge humbucker for heavier rhythm and lead work, then experiment with the coil split and middle pickup when you need more space and definition in a mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShowroom feedback:\u003c\/strong\u003e The HSH arrangement gives this Hybrid II noticeably more range than a traditional Strat while retaining enough Fender character to remain familiar under the hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom our Birmingham showroom, our knowledgeable musician-led team helps players find the right equipment whether they're purchasing their first serious instrument, upgrading an existing setup or searching for something distinctive within the Pre-Owned market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you shop with Fair Deal Music, you can buy with confidence thanks to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert advice from knowledgeable musicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully checked new and Pre-Owned musical equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompetitive prices on leading music brands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure UK-wide delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFriendly support before and after your purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA trusted independent UK music retailer with decades of experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTrade In. 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Whether you're looking to upgrade your guitar, keyboard, amplifier, drum kit or studio gear, your existing equipment could help reduce the cost of your next purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply get in touch with our team for a \u003cstrong\u003eno-obligation valuation\u003c\/strong\u003e, and we'll be happy to discuss the options available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an easy way to unlock the value of the gear you no longer use while making your next instrument even more affordable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a 2023 or 2024 Fender?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe serial number identifies the guitar as \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured in 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e, while Fender marketed this exact HSH specification as part of its limited \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e. Both details are therefore relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the humbuckers be coil split?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A push\/pull function on Tone 2 provides coil-splitting capability for the HSH electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does HSH compare with a normal Stratocaster?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck and bridge humbuckers provide more output and fuller mids than conventional Strat single-coils, while the middle pickup and split options retain access to brighter sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the tuners locking?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Fender fitted this model with vintage-style locking tuners, which make restringing quicker and minimise unnecessary wraps around the tuning posts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the 9.5\" radius suitable for lead guitar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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