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The American Professional II Series | Fender

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Since its debut in 1954, the Stratocaster has undergone constant refinement to meet the needs and desires of the working guitarist. The American Professional II Strat may be one of the most complete evolutions yet of this time-tested, player-proven guitar.

Bringing touches previously reserved for Custom Shop instruments to a production guitar makes this a very special player. The lightweight alder rings beautifully, building the tonal foundation for the instrument. With a smoothly rolled fingerboard edge, sculpted neck heel and a satin neck finish that feels almost naked, it's an incredibly comfortable guitar to play. Freshly revised V-Mod II pickups add articulation and warmth to classic Strat chime. The upgraded 2-point synchronized tremolo with its cold-rolled steel block adds sustain and increases clarity while adding a touch of high-end sparkle.

Instantly, totally familiar but subtly different, the American Pro II Strat is one of the most versatile electric guitars you're likely to play. Fender may well have created a new standard in production guitars with this one.

This American Professional II Stratocaster comes with a deluxe molded case.
Fender American Professional II Stratocaster Rosewood Fingerboard Electric Guitar Dark Night
Fender American Professional II Stratocaster Rosewood Fingerboard Electric Guitar Dark Night
Fender American Professional II Stratocaster Rosewood Fingerboard Electric Guitar Dark Night

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  • Gloss urethane-finished solid alder body
  • 25.5"-scale, satin-finish maple neck, 22-fret, rolled-edge rosewood fingerboard
  • Fender V-Mod II single-coil pickups, 5-way switch, treble bleed, push/push tone knob actives neck pickup
  • Fender 2-point synchronized tremolo with bent-steel saddles, pop-in arm, sealed tuners
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Body
  • Body Type: Double-cutaway solidbody
  • Body wood: Alder
  • Body finish: Gloss Urethane
Neck
  • Neck shape: C
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 25.5"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Neck finish: Satin Urethane
Fingerboard
  • Material: Rolled-edge rosewood
  • Radius: 9.5"
  • Fret size: Narrow-Tall
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut width/material: 1.687" (42.8 mm) Bone
Electronics
  • Configuration: SSS
  • Neck: Proprietary Single Coil
  • Middle: Proprietary Single Coil
  • Bridge: Proprietary Single Coil
  • Control layout: Master volume Individual tone
  • Pickup switch: 5-Way
  • Special electronics: Tone bypass
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Tremolo/Vibrato
  • Bridge design: 2-point Fulcrum tremolo, individual saddle
  • Tailpiece:
  • Tuning machines: Sealed High-ratio
  • Color: Nickel
Other
  • Number of strings: 6 String
  • Case: Hardshell Case
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Country of Origin: United States

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4.82

22 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Phenomenal American Stratocaster, a Classic and Modern mix
Phenomenal American Stratocaster, a Classic and Modern mix
Phenomenal American Stratocaster, a Classic and Modern mix
Off the wall sold as "new"
Off the wall sold as "new"
Off the wall sold as "new"
Off the wall sold as "new"
Off the wall sold as "new"
Off the wall sold as "new"
An Awesome American Strat - Flawless
An Awesome American Strat - Flawless
An Awesome American Strat - Flawless
An Awesome American Strat - Flawless
Beautiful guitar. True craftsmanship.
Beautiful guitar. True craftsmanship.
I'm spoiled now.
Great Guitar
Best Stratocaster I have ever played!
As American as Apple Pie!
As American as Apple Pie!
The Best Guitar I've Ever Played
Looks, feels & plays great! Very satisfied!!

Most Liked Positive Review

5

A Very Beautiful & Great Sounding Guitar

I own four Fenders and two of them are Strats. I bought the Tri-Color Sunburst American Professional II in September 2021 and have had plenty of time to play and test it out, so I figured that it was about time for me to write a review on this beautifully crafted American made Stratocaster. The Rosewood fingerboard is really nice. My old 1954 Tobacco Sunburst Reissue has a maple neck and fingerboard with frets which are a bit lower in height than the more modern Pro II. Upon first playing the guitar, I was getting a lot of buzz, which meant that the action had to be adjusted. I took the guitar to my luthier for a full set up and he easily adjusted away all that annoying buzz. I highly recommend anyone buying a new guitar to set the action up the way you like it soon after purchase, because nearly all guitars will need some attention when you take it right out of the box. I normally use a second hand Fender acoustic as my go too practice guitar, but when I pick up the Pro II Strat, it practically plays itself. The sunburst finish, Rosewood neck and tortoiseshell colored pickguard give this instrument a stunning appearance. The guitar also comes with a nice, sturdy Fender hard shell case. Some may prefer to swap out the tremolo for a more modern system on the bridge, but I prefer to keep everything stock. One thing I'll mention is how well this guitar stays in tune without the need of a locking nut or tremolo system. If you're a lover of American made Fenders like I am, then I guarantee that the American Pro II Stratocaster won't be a disappointment.

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

Off the wall sold as "new"

I specifically requested and was assured over the phone I would get an "absolutely new & not off-the-wall" model, but from the scratches on the wrap over the guard and back, smudges, and minor scratches/dents, it's pretty obvious it was used. Unhappy with the flaky, chipped finish.

Filters

Best Uses

  1. Jamming20
  2. Recording17
  3. Practicing16
  4. Small Venues14
  5. Rock Concerts13

Cons

  1. Fret Buzz2
  2. A bit heavy (this one)1
  3. Craftsmanship1
  4. Tremolo bar screw is a little hard to get to.1

Describe Yourself

  1. Experienced17
  2. Novice4

Pros

  1. Good Feel21
  2. Good Tone20
  3. Fun To Play19
  4. Solid Electronics19
  5. Good Pick Up16

Reviewed by 22 customers

  • Amazing guitar

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 months ago

    byDomenic

    fromNewport beach

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Absolutely love the color and the pickups sound fantastic! #sweepstakes

  • Good lord…

    5

    submitted9 months ago

    bySome_A**hole

    fromMesa, AZ

    What a guitar. I love the Les Paul sound, but find them less playable than the Strat, so I decided to go top shelf and make this the last electric I buy. I'm already glad that I did. The craftsmanship is apparent, the sound is amazing, and it just… it feels less like a guitar than an extension of yourself.

  • My first strat, and I'm loving it

    5

    submitted10 months ago

    byBrandon

    fromRichmond, VA

    I've been a Gibson/PRS guy for 30 years. I got used to those fatter necks, and could never connect with anything Fender because of the neck. But I got saw this on a scratch and dent sale in Richmond VA. I loved the color, and I've always loved the Strat sound, so I gave it whirl. It's the first Fender that's really spoken to me. The Deep C neck solidified it for me. I love the sound, playability, and everything about it really. The blemish was minor, but the deal was unbeatable. I traded in my PRS S2 McCarty 594, and I can't put down my new strat - which I named Essie, after my Grandmother's sister who died young. The push-push is a really nice addition as well, basically giving you 7 pickup sounds to choose from. That was important to me, because my PRS had split coil humbuckers, making it a "do it all" machine. It never really got those single coil sounds quite right though, and I'm really enjoying this as something new/different than anything I've had before.

  • Phenomenal American Stratocaster, a Classic and Modern mix

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    bySantiago

    fromBethesda, Maryland

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This American Professional II stratocaster has everything you need in a strat. A classic look, with a 9 inch radius, beautiful hardware and finish, kind of expensive but affordable at the same time (it's not a 5k custom shop). This could be the guitar you keep as a main for the rest of your life!. Great job Fender!

  • Nailed it

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byIvan

    fromPortland OR

    Sometimes the mid level guitars get it perfect. This model is no exception. Perfect top to bottom. I swapped the pickups for the new SD cradle stock '63's, which took it to another sonic level. All in all it it simply wonderful

  • Off the wall sold as "new"

    1

    submitted2 years ago

    bysoo

    fromAtlanta, GA

    I specifically requested and was assured over the phone I would get an "absolutely new & not off-the-wall" model, but from the scratches on the wrap over the guard and back, smudges, and minor scratches/dents, it's pretty obvious it was used. Unhappy with the flaky, chipped finish.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byCrhis

    fromundisclosed

    Am i able to replace the tuning machines with vintage ones?

    Am i able to replace the tuning machines with vintage ones?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    I’m sorry, I don’t know without testing it. In a case like this we recommend having a qualified guitar tech look at the guitar

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byraj

    frommilpitas, CA

    what hardshell case does the american pro II strat come with?

    what hardshell case does the american pro II strat come with?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Fender American Professional II includes the Fender American Professional IIFender CASE MOLDED AM ELITE STRAT/TELE

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byKevin

    fromBranson mo.

    Can you get the Miami blue in the hss

    Can you get the Miami blue in the hss

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Please contact a Sales Agent for Special Order Placement

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byGary

    fromSW washington

    What is the radius of the dark night pro II and neck type. where is this info listed ///////?

    What is the radius of the dark night pro II and neck type. where is this info listed ///////?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Please see: "https://www.fender.com/en-U"S/electric-guitars/stratocaster/american-professional-ii-stratocaster/0113902719.html"