Fender Player Lead III Review!
Fender brings back the Lead III with classic features and a variety of finishes!
Fender created the Lead III for a variety of players, and it shows even with it's return 40 years later! Style and versatility in a simple and comfortable package is what the Lead III is all about. If you're in the market for an affordable axe with a classic look and feel, and great versatility; look no further than the Fender Lead III. Scroll below to see some hi-res photos of the classic model from Fender!
Fender Player Lead III Specs
- Body Type: Solidbody
- Body Shape: Player Lead III
- Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
- Number of Strings: 6
- Body Material: Alder
- Body Finish: Gloss Polyester
- Color: Olympic White
- Neck Material: Maple
- Neck Shape: Modern C
- Radius: 9.5"
- Fingerboard Material: Pau Ferro
- Fingerboard Inlay: White Dots
- Number of Frets: 22, Medium Jumbo
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Nut Width: 1.650"
- Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
- Bridge/Tailpiece: 6-Saddle String-through Body Hardtail with Block Saddles
- Tuners: Vintage Style
- Neck Pickup: Player Series Alnico 2 Humbucker
- Bridge Pickup: Player Series Alnico 2 Humbucker
- Controls: 1 x master volume, 1 x master tone, 3-way toggle pickup switch
Fender Player Lead III Tone
The hot alnico Player humbuckers pickups offer just what we expect from the Lead III; great clean tones, and aggressive but far-from-overbearing when you crank the gain. This guitar is the perfect tool for hard rock or grunge-style tones, and will pair well with just about any amplifier. You'll get a ton of sustain with this axe. You also get dual-toggle switches for pickup selection and coil-splits, giving you a wide-range of tonal options on the fly.
Fender Player Lead III Feel
The Modern “C” neck is super-comfortable. It's slim profile is great for fast runs and wild bends, but also feels natural for chording. The hardtail bridge transfers vibration through the body, contributing to the experience of playing this guitar. You'll have tons of sustain to work with; something the Lead series has become known for.
Why We Like It
The simplicity of the Lead III is something we find particularly appealing. Plug the Lead III into just about anything, and you won't have be challenged to achieve a great sound. Looks great, feels great, and it brings us back in time for a moment.
You Might Also Consider
If single-coils are more your thing, get your hands on the Fender Lead II with dual slanted single-coil pickups, a modern "C" neck profile, and two toggle switches. This model packs all of the same feel of the Lead III with pristine cleans, and a classic look!
Fender Player Lead III Price
$599.99 Retail at the time of this post. Pricing subject to change.
Fender Player Lead III Colors
The Fender Player Lead III model is available in Purple Metallic, Olympic White, and Sienna Sunburst.
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