Fender American Professional II Stratocaster - Black with Hard Shell Case

The Fender American Professional II Stratocaster – Legendary Tone, Modern Comfort

Modern Stratocaster upgrades for professional players

The Fender American Professional II Stratocaster in Black is built for guitarists who demand tonal versatility, dependable hardware, and a feel that inspires. With more than sixty years of Stratocaster evolution behind it, this model blends iconic tone with modern improvements designed to enhance comfort and playability without losing the signature sound you've come to know and love.

V-Mod II pickups deliver classic Strat chime with refined clarity

This Strat comes loaded with a trio of Fender’s V-Mod II single-coil pickups, voiced uniquely for each position to deliver sparkling highs, tight mids, and focused lows. They retain the unmistakable chime and warmth of vintage Strat tones while offering improved articulation and note definition for today’s more nuanced playing styles.

Deep "C" neck and sculpted heel for smooth access and fast fretting

The Deep “C” maple neck offers a comfortable, natural feel that gradually thickens towards the neck joint, fills the palm of the hand nicely without ever feeling bulky. Rolled fingerboard edges, and a Super-Natural satin finish make playing up the neck a breeze, and a newly sculpted neck heel allows for easier access to the upper register of the instrument.

Enhanced hardware and versatile switching options

Fender’s upgraded 2-point synchronized tremolo features a cold-rolled steel block for added sustain and clarity. A push-push tone control activates the neck pickup in positions one and two, unlocking two additional pickup combinations not found on traditional Strat wiring. The treble bleed circuit ensures your highs remain intact even when the volume is rolled down.

Timeless design, dependable construction

The gloss-finished alder body provides classic Strat balance and resonance, making it suitable for most any style of music you can throw at it. A three-ply mint green pickguard, aged white plastic knobs and pickup covers, and nickel/chrome hardware really tie the whole look together. This Stratocaster looks every bit as refined as it sounds.

Specifications

• Body Material: Alder

• Body Finish: Gloss Urethane

• Body Shape: Stratocaster

• Neck Material: Maple

• Neck Finish: “Super-Natural” Satin Urethane (back), Gloss Urethane (headstock face)

• Neck Shape: Deep “C”

• Neck Construction: 4-Bolt

• Fingerboard Material: Maple

• Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"

• Position Inlays: Black Dot

• Side Dots: Black

• Number of Frets: 22

• Fret Size: Narrow-Tall

• Nut Material: Bone

• Nut Width: 1.685"

• Bridge: 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Bent Steel Saddles, Pop-In Tremolo Arm, Cold-Rolled Steel Block

• Tuning Machines: Fender Standard Cast/Sealed Staggered

• Pickguard: 3-Ply Mint Green

• Pickup Covers: Aged White

• Control Knobs: Aged White Plastic

• Switch Tip: Aged White

• Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome

• Neck Plate: 4-Bolt

• Strap Buttons: Vintage-Style

• Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042)

• Pickup Configuration: SSS

• Bridge Pickup: V-Mod II Single-Coil Strat

• Middle Pickup: V-Mod II Single-Coil Strat

• Neck Pickup: V-Mod II Single-Coil Strat

• Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1 (Neck/Middle), Tone 2 (Bridge)

• Switching: 5-Position Blade

• Auxiliary Switching: Push-Push Tone Control Adds Neck Pickup

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