The American Ultra II by Fender is crafted for players who are fearlessly in pursuit of the best. It's Fender's most advanced instrument series. These guitars and basses are made with top - notch materials, precise craftsmanship, and cutting - edge design, setting new standards and standing the test of time.
The Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS comes with a carefully selected alder body that has sculpted contours. For easy playing, the quartersawn maple neck has Fender's Modern D profile and a smooth Ultra Satin finish. The quartersawn maple fingerboard, with a 10” - 14” compound radius, features Ultra rolled edges, medium - jumbo frets, Luminlay side dots, and a Graph Tech TUSQ nut. The tapered neck heel and body contours give great access to the higher notes.
Inside, a pair of Ultra II Noiseless Hot Strat pickups combined with a Haymaker Humbucker offer a wide range of tones, from clear cleans to powerful leads, without any hum. The patented S - 1 switch splits the Haymaker for more tonal options. Other useful 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 take your playing to new levels. It's perfect for players who want perfect tone, endless versatility, and top - notch 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: Haymaker Humbucker (Bridge), Ultra II Noiseless Hot Strat Single - Coil (Middle), Ultra II Noiseless Hot Strat Single - Coil (Neck)
- Bridge: 2 - Point American Ultra Synchronized Tremolo with Polished Stainless Steel Block Saddles and Cold Rolled Steel Block
- Pickguard: 1 - Ply Black Anodized Aluminium
- 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 HSS is a breeze. First, tune it up using the deluxe locking tuners. These tuners keep your guitar in tune for longer, so you can focus on playing. Plug it into an amplifier, and use the pickups to get the sound you want. The Haymaker Humbucker at the bridge gives you a thick, powerful sound, while the Ultra II Noiseless Hot Strat single - coils in the middle and neck offer cleaner tones. The S - 1 switch is a great feature to experiment with different sounds.
When you're playing, the 2 - Point American Ultra synchronized tremolo can add a cool vibrato effect. Just use the pop - in arm gently to get the right amount of movement.
Here are some things to keep in mind. Don't expose your guitar to extreme temperatures or humidity, as this can damage the wood and hardware. Also, be careful when using the tremolo to avoid over - stressing the strings and the bridge.
For maintenance, clean your guitar regularly. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the body and the strings after each use. You can also use a fret cleaner to keep the frets in good condition. Check the tuning machines and the bridge periodically to make sure they're tight and working properly. If you're not sure about something, it's always a good idea to take your guitar to a professional for a check - up.
