Fender American Ultra II HSS Stratocaster in Solar Flare, Ebony Fretboard

£2,099.00

Here’s what Fender say: Built for players boldly seeking the best, American Ultra II is our most advanced series of instruments. American Ultra II guitars and basses feature premium materials, precision craftsmanship and cutting-edge design for instruments that both advance the state-of-the-art and stand the test of time. Key Features Select Alder Body with Ultra […]

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Here’s what Fender say:

Built for players boldly seeking the best, American Ultra II is our most advanced series of instruments. American Ultra II guitars and basses feature premium materials, precision craftsmanship and cutting-edge design for instruments that both advance the state-of-the-art and stand the test of time.

Key Features

  • Select Alder Body with Ultra Contours and Sculpted Neck Heel
  • Quartersawn Maple Modern “D” Profile Neck
  • 10″-14″ Compound Radius Ebony or Quartersawn Maple Fingerboard with Ultra Rolled Edges and Luminlay Side Dots
  • Haymaker™ Humbucker, Ultra II Noiseless™ Hot Strat® Pickups, Advanced Electronics and S-1™ Switching
  • 2-Point American Ultra Synchronized Tremolo with Polished Stainless Steel Block Saddles, Cold Rolled Steel Block and Pop-In Arm
  • Short Post Locking Tuners

The Fender® American Ultra II Stratocaster® HSS features a select alder body with sculpted body contours. For effortless playability, the quartersawn maple neck features our Modern D profile and smooth Ultra Satin finish. Ebony or quartersawn maple 10”-14” compound radius fingerboards feature Ultra rolled edges, medium-jumbo frets, Luminlay® side dots and Graph Tech® TUSQ® nuts. The tapered neck heel and sculpted body contours allow unparalleled access to the higher register.

Under the hood, a pair of Ultra II Noiseless™ Hot Strat® pickups paired with a Haymaker™ Humbucker deliver everything from sweet crystalline cleans to searing leads, all without a hint of hum. Our patented S-1™ switch cleverly splits the Haymaker for even more tonal variety. Additional road-ready features include 2-Point American Ultra synchronized tremolo with pop-in arm, polished stainless steel block saddles, cold rolled steel block, deluxe locking tuners, soft-touch knobs and 1-ply anodized aluminum pickguard.

The American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS infuses iconic style with advanced appointments to take your playing to stratospheric new heights. For players who demand flawless tone, infinite versatility and limitless performance, American Ultra II delivers.

Specifications

Neck

  • Headstock: Stratocaster
  • Neck Material: Quartersawn Maple
  • Neck Finish: Ultra Satin Urethane
  • Neck Shape: Modern “D”
  • Neck Construction: 4-Bolt
  • Fingerboard Radius: 10″ to 14″ Compound Radius (254 mm to 355.6 mm)
  • Fingerboard Material: Ebony
  • Position Inlays: White Pearloid Dot – 7 mm
  • Side Dots: Luminlay
  • Number of Frets: 22
  • Truss Rod: Bi-Flex
  • String Nut: Graph Tech TUSQ
  • Nut Width: 1.685″ (42.8 mm)
  • Nut Material: Graph Tech TUSQ

Body

  • Select Alder
  • Gloss Urethane
  • Stratocaster
  • Solid Body
  • Select Alder

Hardware

  • 2-Point American Ultra Synchronized Tremolo with Polished Stainless Steel Block Saddles and Cold Rolled Steel Block
  • Bridge Mounting: 2-Point Modern
  • Pickguard: 1-Ply Black Anodized Aluminium
  • Pickup Covers: Black
  • Control Knobs: Black Soft-Touch Knobs
  • Switch Tip: Black
  • Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
  • Tuning Machines: Deluxe Cast/Sealed Locking (all short posts)
  • String Trees: Ultra String Guide
  • Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403
  • Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Asymmetrical
  • Strap Buttons: Locking

Electronics

  • Haymaker Humbucker
  • Middle Pickup: Ultra II Noiseless Hot Strat
  • Neck Pickup: Ultra II Noiseless Hot Strat
  • Pickup Configuration: HSS
  • Controls: Master Volume (with S-1 Switch), Tone 1. (Neck/Middle Pickups), Tone 2. (Bridge Pickup)
  • Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup
  • Special Electronics: S-1 Switch on Volume Coil-Splits Humbucker

Miscellaneous

  • Case: Deluxe Molded Case (Included)

About the manufacturer

Fender

Fender is one of the most influential names in music history, shaping the sound of modern electric guitar since the 1950s. Founded by Leo Fender, the brand introduced legendary models like the Stratocaster, Telecaster, and Precision Bass—each becoming an icon in its own right. Known for their bright, articulate tone and smooth playability, Fender instruments have been embraced by artists across every genre, from blues and rock to punk and pop. Their amps, such as the Twin Reverb and Deluxe Reverb, are equally celebrated for their rich, clean tones and natural warmth. Fender remains a symbol of innovation and authenticity, inspiring generations of musicians worldwide.

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