The American Ultra II series from Fender is crafted for bold players in pursuit of the ultimate instrument. This series showcases premium materials, top - notch craftsmanship, and cutting - edge design, setting new standards and enduring the test of time. The Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster features a carefully selected alder body with sculpted contours. The quartersawn maple neck, with its Modern D profile and smooth Ultra Satin finish, offers effortless playability. The 10” - 14” compound radius fingerboard, made of either ebony or quartersawn maple, has Ultra rolled edges, medium - jumbo frets, Luminlay side dots, and a Graph Tech TUSQ nut. The tapered neck heel and sculpted body make reaching the higher register a breeze. Underneath, three Ultra II Noiseless Vintage Strat pickups offer a wide range of tones, from sweet cleans to searing leads, without any hum. Fender's patented S - 1 switch unlocks more pickup configurations for greater tonal variety. Other great features include a 2 - Point American Ultra synchronized tremolo with a pop - in arm, polished stainless steel block saddles, a cold rolled steel block, deluxe locking tuners, soft - touch knobs, and a 1 - ply anodized aluminium pickguard. This guitar combines iconic style with advanced features to elevate your playing to new heights. It's perfect for players who demand flawless tone, endless versatility, and limitless performance. Specifications: Body Shape: Stratocaster; Body Material: Select Alder; Body Finish: Gloss Urethane; Neck Profile: Modern 'D'; Fretboard Material: Quartersawn Maple; Fretboard Radius: 10' to 14' Compound Radius (254 mm to 355.6 mm); Scale Length: 25.5' (64.77 cm); No. of Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo; Fretboard Inlays: Black Pearloid Dot - 7mm; Pickups: Ultra II Noiseless Vintage Strat (Bridge, Middle, Neck); Bridge: 2 - Point American Ultra Synchronized Tremolo with Polished Stainless Steel Block Saddles and Cold Rolled Steel Block; Pickguard: 1 - Ply Black Anodized Aluminum; Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009 -.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403; Tuning Machines: Deluxe Cast/Sealed Locking (all short posts); Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome; Case: Deluxe Moulded Case.
Using your Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster is a breeze. First, make sure it's properly tuned using the deluxe locking tuners. Then, plug it into your amplifier. You can use the pickups and the S - 1 switch to get different tones for different styles of music. For a clean sound, use the neck pickup, and for a more aggressive tone, try the bridge pickup. When you're done playing, always put it back in the deluxe moulded case to protect it from damage. As for maintenance, wipe the strings with a clean cloth after each use to prevent rust. You can also clean the body and fretboard with a guitar - specific cleaner. Check the tuning machines and bridge regularly to make sure they're tight and in good condition. And don't forget to change the strings every few months for the best sound.
