Using this Fender Player HSS Stratocaster is easy. First, tune it up using the standard cast/sealed tuning machines. You can start strumming right away and explore different tones with the pickups. The single - coil pickups in the neck and middle give a bright, clear sound, while the humbucking pickup at the bridge offers a more powerful and thick tone. For different music styles, adjust the pickups to get the sound you want. When not in use, keep it in a guitar case to protect it from dust and scratches. Wipe the strings with a clean cloth after each use to prevent rust. Every few months, check the bridge and tuning machines for any looseness. If the strings start to sound dull or lose their tension, it's time to replace them with Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel strings of the same gauge.