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The limited-edition Fender American Professional II Stratocaster HSS brings a fresh edge to a classic design, combining hot-rodded tone with premium appointments. It features a roasted maple neck for added stability and a smooth feel, a sandblasted finish that reveals the natural ash grain and an HSS pickup configuration that adds versatility and muscle. Made in the USA, this Stratocaster is designed for modern players who want standout tone, looks and performance.

Versatile HSS Pickup Configuration

This model is loaded with a Seymour Duncan JB TB-4 humbucker in the bridge and two Seymour Duncan SSL-6 single coils in the middle and neck positions. The JB brings punch and power for high-gain lead tones, while the SSL-6s offer vintage clarity with added output—ideal for blues, rock and modern pop. A 5-way blade switch gives you immediate access to a wide range of sonic textures.

Roasted Maple Neck With Smooth Playability

The roasted maple neck gives this Strat its upscale feel and rock-solid reliability. With a modern C profile, satin urethane finish and 22 medium-jumbo frets on a 9.5" fingerboard radius, you’ll move easily between lead lines and rhythm work. It feels instantly familiar and performance-ready the moment you pick it up.

Sandblasted Finish and Chambered Ash Body

Like its Tele counterpart, this Strat features a sandblasted satin urethane finish that enhances the texture and natural beauty of the ash body. The chambered construction makes it lighter and more resonant, with a refined aesthetic that sets it apart from traditional models. Black hardware and pickguard complete the aggressive modern look.

Hardtail Bridge for Maximum Stability

This Stratocaster is built for rock-solid performance with a 6-saddle string-through-body hardtail bridge. It delivers improved sustain and tuning stability, perfect for players who demand consistent performance without the need for a tremolo system. Paired with Fender locking tuners, the setup is optimized for reliability during demanding sets and sessions.

Built for Strat Fans Who Want More

If you're drawn to the feel of a traditional Strat but want extra output, versatile tone and a modernized build, this limited-edition HSS model delivers. From clean highs to crunchy lows, it's a precision instrument designed for expressive, genre-spanning performance.

Fender American Professional II Stratocaster HSS HT Roasted Maple Neck Limited-Edition Electric Guitar Smoke
Fender American Professional II Stratocaster HSS HT Roasted Maple Neck Limited-Edition Electric Guitar Smoke
Fender American Professional II Stratocaster HSS HT Roasted Maple Neck Limited-Edition Electric Guitar Smoke

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  • Seymour Duncan JB TB-4 and dual SSL-6 pickups
  • Roasted maple neck with satin urethane finish
  • Chambered ash body with sandblasted finish
  • 6-saddle hardtail bridge for sustain and tuning stability
  • Deluxe molded hardshell case included
  • Modern C neck with 22 medium-jumbo frets
  • 5-way switching for tonal flexibility
  • Black hardware and pickguard for bold aesthetics
  • Made in the USA for top-tier quality
  • Lightweight feel with resonant body design
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Body
  • Body type: Solidbody
  • Body wood: Chambered ash
  • Body finish: Sandblasted satin urethane
Neck
  • Neck wood: Roasted maple
  • Neck shape: Modern C
  • Neck joint: Bolt-on
  • Neck finish: Satin urethane
  • Scale length: 25.5"
Fingerboard
  • Material: Roasted maple
  • Radius: 9.5"
  • Fret size: Medium jumbo
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Nut width: 1.685"
  • Nut material: Bone
  • Inlays: Black dot
Electronics
  • Configuration: HSS
  • Neck: Seymour Duncan SSL-6 single-coil
  • Middle: Seymour Duncan SSL-6 single-coil
  • Bridge: Seymour Duncan JB TB-4 humbucker
  • Controls: Master volume, tone 1 (neck/middle), tone 2 (bridge)
  • Switching: 5-way blade
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: 6-saddle string-through-body hardtail
  • Tuning machines: Fender locking
  • Hardware finish: Black
  • Pickguard: 3-ply black
Other
  • Case: Deluxe molded
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Strings: 6
  • Country of origin: USA

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  • Beautiful lightweight Strat!

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    submitteda month ago

    byMike

    fromMassachusetts

    I'd been in the market for a hard tail Strat for a while, and this checked all the boxes and then some. The roasted maple modern C neck is comfortable and fast. The chambered ash body makes this nice and light. I was concerned the chambering might compromise that Strat sound, but it really doesn't. It sounds great! The Seymour Duncan's are a great pickup for a wide array of styles. My other Strat has the Fender 59's and I'm able to get the same tone outta this. Lastly, it's the very first guitar I've gotten new that didn't need setup, even at this price point. Intonation was great out of the box, with no bridge, truss,or fret work needed. The crew at the Nashua NH store were awesome to deal with as always. This is a great guitar with weight comparable to the Aerodyne Strats, but in my opinion much better classic Strat sound.

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  • submitted3 months ago

    asked bySteve

    fromRochester, NY

    Does this limited-edition model have the treble bleed circuit?

    Does this limited-edition model have the treble bleed circuit?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, the Fender American Professional II Stratocaster HSS HT Roasted Maple Neck Limited-Edition Electric Guitar in Aged Natural does include a treble bleed circuit.

  • submitted3 months ago

    asked byNicoM

    fromAustin Tx

    What strings comes with this guitar? Specify brand and gauge properly.

    What strings comes with this guitar? Specify brand and gauge properly.

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Fender American Professional II Stratocaster HSS HT Roasted Maple Neck Limited-Edition Electric Guitar in Aged Natural comes equipped with Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel strings. These strings have gauges of .009 to .042 and are identified by part number 0730250403.