Fender Stratocaster American Professional Series | Black
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The American Professional Series marked one of the biggest updates to Fender's USA lineup in years. Rather than reinventing the Strat, Fender focused on refining it. The neck feels incredible thanks to the Modern Deep "C" profile, the Narrow Tall frets make bends effortless, and thoughtful touches like locking tuners and the two-point tremolo simply make the guitar a pleasure to live with.
I think the HSS configuration is where this model really shines. You still get the unmistakable Strat character from the V-Mod single coils, but the Shawbucker 1 gives the bridge position a welcome dose of extra power and warmth when you need it. It's an incredibly versatile setup that covers everything from clean, glassy rhythms to classic rock and modern gain without ever feeling like it's trying to do too much. Finished in Black with a maple fingerboard, it's a timeless combination that looks just as good today as it did decades ago.
| Weight | 7lbs 14oz |
|---|---|
| Year | 2018 |
| Model | American Professional Stratocaster HSS |
| Finish | Black |
| Body | Alder |
| Neck | Maple |
| Neck Shape | Modern Deep "C" |
| Neck Finish | Satin |
| Fingerboard | Maple |
| Radius | 9.5" |
| Inlays | Black Dots |
| Scale Length | 25.5" |
| Frets | 22 Narrow Tall |
| Nut | Bone |
|---|---|
| Nut Width | 1.685" (42.8 mm) |
| Bridge Pickup | Shawbucker 1 Humbucker |
| Middle Pickup | Fender V-Mod Single-Coil Strat |
| Neck Pickup | Fender V-Mod Single-Coil Strat |
| Controls | Master Volume, Tone 1 (Neck/Middle), Tone 2 (Bridge) |
| Switching | 5-Way Blade Switch |
| Bridge | 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Bent Steel Saddles |
| Tuners | Fender Deluxe Staggered Cast/Sealed Locking |
| Hardware | Nickel |
| Case | Original Fender Elite Molded Hardshell Case |
| Made In | USA |
| Notes | Excellent condition with Original Fender Elite Molded Hardshell Case |
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