Fender American Ultra II HSS Stratocaster in Gold Dust, Roasted Maple Fretboard

The Fender Limited Edition American Ultra II HSS Stratocaster in Gold Dust takes the classic Strat formula and supercharges it for modern, high-performance playing. With a select alder body, roasted AAA flame maple neck and a powerful HSS pickup set with onboard boost, it is built for guitarists who need studio-quiet operation, effortless playability and a huge palette of tones in one professional instrument.

From the sculpted body contours and tapered neck heel to the Ultra Blaster preamp and S-1 switching, every detail is designed to keep you comfortable, inspired and in control on stage or in the studio. Finished in a striking Gold Dust with matching black hardware and appointments, this is a Strat that looks as cutting-edge as it sounds.

Ultra-Modern Feel, Classic Strat Comfort

The American Ultra II HSS Stratocaster starts with a select alder body and Fender’s Ultra body contours, giving you the familiar Strat silhouette with enhanced comfort. Deep carves and a sculpted neck heel make long sessions and upper-fret runs feel natural, while the gloss urethane finish lets the Gold Dust colour really shine under stage lights.

Roasted AAA Flame Maple Neck Built for Speed

A roasted AAA flame maple neck with a Modern D profile offers a fast yet substantial feel that suits everything from intricate lead work to heavy rhythm playing. The 10 to 14 inch compound radius roasted flame maple fingerboard, Ultra rolled edges and medium jumbo frets make bends, vibrato and chord work feel smooth and controlled right across the neck.

Noiseless Versatility with Onboard Boost

Under the hood, a Haymaker humbucker in the bridge and a pair of Ultra II Noiseless Hot Strat single coils deliver a huge range of tones without the hum. From glassy neck cleans to tight, aggressive bridge crunch, the HSS layout covers it all. The S-1 switch coil-splits the Haymaker for more traditional single coil flavours, while the Ultra Blaster preamp provides a warm, punchy dB boost to push your amp for solos or thicker rhythm parts.

Stage-Ready Hardware and Refined Details

A 2-point American Ultra synchronised tremolo with polished stainless steel block saddles and a cold rolled steel block offers smooth pitch control and solid tuning stability. Deluxe locking tuners with short posts keep string changes quick and intonation reliable. Black soft-touch knobs, a 3-ply black pickguard, Luminlay side dots and an asymmetrical 4-bolt neck plate round out a feature set that is as practical as it is premium.

• Roasted AAA Flame Maple Modern D Neck - The roasted AAA flame maple neck and fingerboard provide enhanced stability, a sleek feel and eye-catching figuring. The Modern D profile fills the hand comfortably without feeling bulky, ideal for fast runs, complex chords and long gigs.
• HSS Layout with Ultra II Noiseless Hot Strat Pickups - The combination of a Haymaker humbucker and Ultra II Noiseless Hot Strat single coils gives you everything from sparkling cleans to high-gain punch, all with minimal noise. It is a flexible setup that can handle pop, rock, fusion and beyond with ease.
• S-1 Switching and Ultra Blaster dB Boost - The S-1 switch on the master volume splits the Haymaker humbucker for extra single coil-style tones, while the Ultra Blaster preamp adds a powerful, warm boost at the flick of a switch. This lets you jump from rhythm to lead levels instantly without changing your amp settings.
• 2-Point Tremolo and Locking Tuners - The 2-point American Ultra synchronised tremolo with polished stainless steel block saddles and cold rolled steel block offers smooth, precise vibrato and strong sustain. Deluxe locking tuners with short posts improve tuning stability and make string changes faster and more secure.

General

• Series: American Ultra II
• Orientation: Right Hand
• Colour: Gold Dust
• Country of Origin: USA

Body

• Body Material: Select Alder
• Body Shape: Stratocaster
• Body Style: Solid Body
• Body Finish: Gloss Urethane

Neck

• Neck Material: 3A Roasted Flame Maple
• Neck Shape: Modern D
• Neck Construction: 4 Bolt
• Neck Finish: Ultra Satin Urethane
• Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
• Fingerboard Material: Roasted 3A Flame Maple
• Fingerboard Radius: 10" to 14" Compound Radius (254 mm to 355.6 mm)
• Number of Frets: 22
• Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
• Position Inlays: Black Pearloid Dot 7 mm
• Side Dots: Luminlay
• Truss Rod: Bi Flex
• String Nut: Graph Tech TUSQ
• Nut Material: Graph Tech TUSQ
• Nut Width: 1.685" (42.8 mm)
• Headstock: Stratocaster

Hardware

• Bridge: 2 Point American Ultra Synchronized Tremolo with Polished Stainless Steel Block Saddles and Cold Rolled Steel Block
• Bridge Mounting: 2 Point Modern
• Tuning Machines: Deluxe Cast/Sealed Locking (all short posts)
• Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
• Pickguard: 3 Ply Black
• Pickup Covers: Black
• Control Knobs: Black Soft Touch Knobs
• String Trees: Ultra String Guide
• Neck Plate: 4 Bolt Asymmetrical
• Strap Buttons: Locking
• Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009 .042 Gauges), PN 0730250403

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: HSS
• Bridge Pickup: Haymaker Humbucker
• Middle Pickup: Ultra II Noiseless Hot Strat
• Neck Pickup: Ultra II Noiseless Hot Strat
• 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