The Fender American Professional II Stratocaster HSS Rosewood Fingerboard Electric Guitar in Dark Night combines the timeless Stratocaster design with modern innovations for today's discerning players. This exceptional instrument delivers the iconic Strat feel and tone, enhanced with advanced features for unparalleled versatility and playability. Featuring a lightweight alder body, this model delivers a resonant and balanced tonal foundation that complements its versatile electronics. The stunning Dark Night finish adds a sophisticated aesthetic, making it as visually striking as it is sonically powerful.
Revolutionary HSS Pickup Configuration for Unrivaled Tonal Range
- DoubleTap Humbucker for Dynamic Tone Control: This Stratocaster features Fender's revolutionary DoubleTap humbucker in the bridge position, delivering a bold, full-bodied tone for high-output applications. With its innovative design, the humbucker provides thick, punchy lows and crisp highs ideal for driving lead lines. The DoubleTap coil-splitting function, accessible via the push/pull tone control, seamlessly transitions the humbucker into a true single-coil mode, offering brighter, glassy tones with reduced output. This unparalleled versatility allows players to effortlessly switch between aggressive rock tones and classic Strat chime, making this pickup configuration perfect for extensive tonal exploration. The result is a bridge pickup that excels in both power and precision.
- Upgraded V-Mod II Pickups for Enhanced Articulation: The neck and middle positions on this Fender electric guitar are equipped with freshly revised V-Mod II single-coil pickups, refined to deliver classic Stratocaster chime with added clarity, warmth, and definition. These pickups excel in capturing subtle nuances, ensuring every note resonates with articulate precision. Whether playing pristine clean passages or pushing into rich overdrive, the V-Mod II pickups respond dynamically to pick attack and volume changes. Combined with a treble-bleed circuit, this setup ensures high-end sparkle is preserved even at lower volume settings. Together, these pickups provide the perfect balance of vintage charm and modern refinement for a wide range of tonal applications.
Supreme Comfort and Effortless Playability
- Sculpted Neck Heel and Satin Finish for Comfort: The American Professional II Stratocaster is meticulously designed with a sculpted neck heel, providing effortless access to higher frets for intricate solos and complex chord voicings. The "Super-Natural" satin urethane finish on the deep C-shaped maple neck eliminates stickiness, ensuring fluid movement during extended playing sessions.
- Rolled Fingerboard Edges and Rosewood Fingerboard: Smoothly rolled fingerboard edges add to the ergonomic feel, enhancing comfort for hours of playing. The luxurious rosewood fingerboard offers a natural warmth to the guitar's tone, complementing its articulate sound. With 22 narrow-tall frets, players can achieve precise bends and accurate fretting across the instrument, ideal for both technical and expressive playing styles.
Fender's Advanced Tremolo System for Stability and Sustain
- This model features Fender's upgraded 2-point synchronized tremolo bridge, engineered for smooth operation and improved tonal transfer.
- The cold-rolled steel block significantly increases sustain and clarity, adding a subtle sparkle and richness to the guitar's overall tone.
- Block saddles enhance string stability, while the short-post locking tuners and TUSQ nut ensure reliable tuning during heavy tremolo use.
- The chamfered tremolo block further improves resonance, making vibrato effects more expressive and controlled. These premium components create a tremolo system that supports dynamic playing without sacrificing tonal integrity or stability.
Engineered for players seeking modern precision and classic Fender tone, the American Professional II Stratocaster HSS rosewood fingerboard electric guitar offers a refined playing experience with advanced features like its DoubleTap humbucker, V-Mod II single-coil pickups, and sculpted neck design. Whether you're recording intricate studio tracks or performing live, this Strat delivers the tonal depth, ergonomic comfort, and unwavering reliability to inspire creativity. Experience the evolution of a classic design with Fender's innovative craftsmanship in the captivating Dark Night finish.
