Fender American Professional Stratocaster Electric Guitar in Aged Cherry Burst, Maple Fingerboard

The American Professional range brings the core USA-made Stratocaster to the forefront of modern playing feel and design while staying true to the iconic shape everyone knows and loves. The Fender team have equipped the American Pro with a set of revoiced single-coil V-Mod III pickups and special electronics, new 2-point tremolo bridge and ClassicGear saddles, and a gloriously effortless neck resulting in an incredible playing feel and crisp, quality, sound.

V-Mod III pickups and expanded single-coil combinations

Fender has geared their latest V-Mod III pickup range to a classic vintage-inspired dynamic tone with the warmth and clarity that has made the Fender Strat sound so recognisable and still so versatile. Each single-coil pickup has been voiced specifically for their neck, middle and bridge positions to provide outstanding customisation as you flick between the five pickup combinations, from bell-like chime to silky leads and onto spicy attack.

There are more sounds to explore by activating the push/push switch on the second tone controls to kick in the neck pickup with the selector still in positions one or two – essentially combining the neck and bridge pickups in tandem, or even all three at once for huge presence.

The ClassicGear Precision Potentiometers offer a satisfying custom torque and resistance for fluid volume and tone swells.

Sleek neck design with rolled fingerboard edges

The American Professional series comes standard with a deep “C” neck profile, a modern slim size that gradually fills out the hand more as you head up the frets. On top are 22 narrow tall frets for a touch of vintage flavour as you pull of expressive bends and quickly jump between notes. These have been rolled to feel like your Strat has been broken in just like the best vintage instruments.

The Super Natural satin finish is another brilliant addition to bring a classy feel and speed up your playing in the process. And there's no chance you’ll be catching your arm or hand as you reach for the highest frets, as the neck heel has been sculpted smooth on the lower corner with the neck plate bevelled – a nice touch to allow for truly free lead playing.

Effortless vibrato and rock-solid tuning stability

The American Pro Strat’s 2-point tremolo has been upgraded with an ultra sturdy cold-rolled steel block topped. In plain terms: increased note sustain and resonance throughout the guitar’s body.

The ClassicGear Radial bent steel saddles also help with more accurate intonation and easier action adjustment for a top setup customised to your preferences. The recessed screws ensure they stay out of your way as your picking hand rests comfortably next to the bridge.

• Three V-Mod III single-coil Stratocaster pickups – More articulate than ever with bell-like chime and warmth
• Upgraded 2-Point Tremolo with Cold-Rolled Steel Block and ClassicGear Radial Bent-Steel Saddles – Effortless intonation and action adjustments with recessed screws to stay out of the way
• Deep "C"-shaped neck profile with rolled fingerboard edges – Supreme played-in comfort
• Newly sculpted neck heel – Uninterrupted access to the upper frets
• Bone nut and 22 narrow-tall frets – A touch of classic playing feel for easy bending
• ClassicGear Precision Potentiometers – Smooth, consistent volume and tone control with custom torque for personalised performance
• Includes Deluxe Moulded hardshell case – Luxurious protection on the go

Body

• Body Style: Stratocaster
• Body Wood: Ash
• Body Finish: Polyurethane
• Body Colour: Aged Cherry Burst

Neck

• Neck Wood: Maple
• Fingerboard: Maple
• Neck Finish: “Super-Natural” Satin Urethane Finish on Back of Neck with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face
• Frets: 22 Narrow Tall
• Neck Profile: Deep "C"
• Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)
• Nut Width: 1.685" (42.8 mm)
• Nut: Bone
• Dots: Black Dot

Hardware

• Bridge: 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with ClassicGear Radial Bent Steel Saddles, Pop-In Tremolo Arm and Cold-Rolled Steel Block
• Tuners: Fender Standard Cast/Sealed Staggered
• Pickguard: 4-Ply Aged White Pearloid
• Hardware: Nickel/Chrome

Electronics

• Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck/Middle Pickups), Tone 2. (Bridge Pickup)
• Switch: 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
• Neck Pickup: V-Mod III Single-Coil Strat
• Middle Pickup: V-Mod III Single-Coil Strat
• Bridge Pickup: V-Mod III Single-Coil Strat

Miscellaneous

• Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)
• Case: Deluxe Molded Case (Included)