Fender American Elite Stratocaster Guitars

The Fender Stratocaster is one of the first mass-produced electric guitars dating back to 1954. As the name suggests, the Fender American Elite Strat range represents a highly-refined take on the classic design. Not afraid to shake it up, Fender have remade the Strat with an acute awareness of the needs of the contemporary guitarist.

These innovative instruments replaced the popular American Deluxe series, and are regarded as the cream of the Fender crop. A number of notable (and calculated) design appointments ensure that the Elite range stands out from the crowd.

First of all, truss rod adjustment can now be found at the body-end of the fretboard for easier access. Next up, a compound neck shape goes from Modern C to Modern D, providing ergonomic control from top to bottom. The hardware is a step up from the rest of the Fender catalogue, with a deluxe synchronised bridge system featuring a pop-in arm. The pickups range from 4^th Generation Noiseless to the highly-articulate Shawbucker and a few in-betweens.

All in all, the American Elite models combine luxury with pure precision. They’re a joy to play and they’ll execute just about any style you throw their way – check out the full range below!