The American Professional II Stratocaster HSS is a popular choice for musicians looking for a guitar with a comfortable feel and easy access to the upper register. Featuring a Deep C neck profile, smooth rolled fingerboard edges, and a Super-Natural satin finish, this Stratocaster offers unparalleled playing comfort. New V-Mod II Stratocaster single-coil pickups provide articulate tones with bell-like chime and warmth, while an upgraded 2-point tremolo with a cold-rolled steel block increases sustain and clarity. A performance-friendly design feature on the second tone control unlocks single-coil tones without losing any volume with the special Double Tap humbucking pickup. The American Professional II Stratocaster HSS is designed to meet the needs of modern players with a surplus of user-centric features.
FEATURES
- Two V-Mod II single-coil Stratocaster pickups
- Double Tap Humbucking Bridge Pickup
- Upgraded 2-Point Tremolo with Cold-Rolled Steel Block
- Deep "C”-shaped neck profile with rolled fingerboard edges
- Bone nut; 22 narrow-tall frets for easy bending
- Treble bleed circuit maintains highs when reducing volume
- Includes Deluxe Molded hardshell case
PRODUCT SPECS
| Manufacturer Part Number | 0113912747 |
|---|---|
| Body Shape | Stratocaster® |
| Body Material | Alder |
| Body Finish | Gloss Urethane |
| Neck Shape | Deep "C" |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Neck Finish | “Super-Natural” Satin Urethane Finish on Back of Neck with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face |
| Scale Length | 25.5" (648 mm) |
| Fingerboard Material | Rosewood |
| Fingerboard Radius | 9.5" (241 mm) |
| Number of Frets | 22 |
| Fret Size | Narrow Tall |
| Nut Material | Bone |
| Nut Width | 1.685" (42.8 mm) |
| Position Inlays | White Dot |
| Side Dots | White |
| Bridge Pickup | V-Mod II Double Tap™ Humbucking |
| Middle Pickup | V-Mod II Single-Coil Strat® |
| Neck Pickup | V-Mod II Single-Coil Strat® |
| Control Knobs | Black Plastic |
| Controls Type | Master Volume, 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 |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | H-S-S |
| Bridge Description | 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Bent Steel Saddles, Pop-In Tremolo Arm and Cold-Rolled Steel Block |
| Hardware Finish | Nickel/Chrome |
| Tuning Machines | Fender® Standard Cast/Sealed Staggered |
| Pickguard Description | 3-Ply Black |
| Strings | Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403 |
| Case/Gig Bag | Deluxe Molded Case (Included) |
| Neck Construction | 4-Bolt |
| Auxiliary Switching | Push-Push Tone Controls Activate Double Tap™ Function |
| Switch Tip | Black |