Description

The Fender American Ultra Stratocaster HSS electric guitar provides discerning players with the ultimate in precision, performance and tone. This versatile guitar features the Modern D neck profile with rolled fingerboard edges for hours of playing comfort. The compound radius fingerboard allows effortless and accurate soloing across all 22 medium-jumbo frets. The guitar's Ultra Noiseless pickups produce a myriad of hum-free tones, while the HSS pickup configuration offers tonal flexibility. The sculpted rear body contours provide an ergonomic design for smooth playability. With the S-1 switch, you can blend in the neck pickup for even more tonal options. The advanced switching possibilities and sealed locking tuners provide exceptional tuning stability. This state-of-the-art Fender comes complete with a premium molded hardshell case.

Sculpted Body Contouring Marries Beauty and Comfort

The contoured heel and rear body shape not only lend the American Ultra Stratocaster HSS its elegant, flowing lines, but also enhance playing comfort. The sculpted cutaway allows easy upper fret access, while the contoured forearm and back contours enable your fretting arm and picking hand to play in a natural position. Whether seated or standing, the body shape ensures total playing ease. And the S-1 switch adds the neck pickup to any position with a push, expanding the tonal options exponentially.

Modern D Neck Profile for Superior Comfort

The American Ultra Stratocaster HSS has Fender's Modern D neck profile, which feels extremely comfortable during long practice or gigging sessions. Its rolled fingerboard edges minimize friction against your hands. The smooth neck heel allows easy access all the way up the 22 medium-jumbo frets. The ergonomic neck design makes playing this Stratocaster feel effortless.

Compound Radius Fingerboard for Accurate Soloing

The American Ultra's compound radius fingerboard shifts from a tighter 10" radius at the nut to a flatter 14" radius at the highest frets. This provides low-action chording around the first position while promoting easy string-bending and soloing higher up the neck. The flatness across the higher frets allows for wide vibratos and comfortable wide-interval stretches.

Ultra Noiseless Pickups Deliver Endless Tone Options

This Fender Stratocaster HSS features a trio of Ultra Noiseless pickups for pristine hum-free tones. The Ultra Double Tap humbucker bridge pickup provides thick, articulate leads and aggressive crunch. The Ultra Noiseless Vintage single-coil neck and middle pickups offer sparkling bell-like tones perfect for Strat-style rhythm and solos. With three different pickup types, you have endless tonal possibilities right at your fingertips.

Advanced Switching Unlocks More Sounds

The 5-way pickup selector blade provides access to the individual pickups and combinations that Strat players know and love. The handy S-1 switch allows you to blend in the neck pickup with any switch position, adding more tonal colors. The master volume control incorporates the S-1 function, while the two tone controls let you shape the middle and bridge pickups. The advanced switching possibilities help you craft your signature sound.

Premium Components Provide Rock-Solid Reliability

The American Ultra Stratocaster HSS is equipped with sealed locking tuners, a bone nut and quality chrome hardware for exceptional tuning stability, resonance and sustain. It comes protected in a deluxe molded hardshell case, making storage and transport worry-free. From its ergonomic body and neck shapes to its hum-free pickups and advanced switching options, this Strat provides an ideal blend of timeless Fender tone and modern innovation.

Fender American Ultra Stratocaster HSS Ebony Fingerboard Limited-Edition Electric Guitar Umbra Burst
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster HSS Ebony Fingerboard Limited-Edition Electric Guitar Umbra Burst
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster HSS Ebony Fingerboard Limited-Edition Electric Guitar Umbra Burst
Features
  • Ash or alder body
  • Bolt-on maple neck
  • Ebony fingerboard
  • Dual Ultra Noiseless Hot single-coil pickups
  • Ultra Double Tap humbucker
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Specs
Body
  • Body Type: Double Cutaway Solid Body
  • Body wood: Ash or alder
Neck
  • Neck shape: D
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 25.5"
  • Truss rod: Bi-flex
Fingerboard
  • Material: Ebony
  • Radius: Compound
  • Fret size: Medium-jumbo
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Nut width/material: 1.68"/Bone
Electronics
  • Configuration: HSS
  • Neck: Proprietary Single Coil
  • Middle: Proprietary Single Coil
  • Bridge: Proprietary Humbucker
  • Control layout: Master volume, Individual tone, Individual tone
  • Pickup switch: 5-Way
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Tremolo/Vibrato
  • Bridge design: 2-point Fulcrum tremolo
  • Tuning machines: Sealed Locking
  • Color: Chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Case: Hardshell Case
  • Orientation: Right-handed

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Best Uses
  1. Jamming5
  2. Practicing5
  3. Rock Concerts3
  4. Recording2
  5. Small Venues2
Cons
  1. Craftsmanship1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced4
  2. Novice1
  3. Professional Musician1
Pros
  1. Fun To Play7
  2. Good Feel7
  3. Good Tone7
  4. Solid Electronics7
  5. Good Pick Up6
  • This is a beautiful work of art!

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byJoe

    fromThurmont, MD

    I have never owned an American-made guitar, I just can't justify the cost vs. my ability. I am a rhythm player, with a few leads. When I saw this Strat, I started saving...I knew I wanted it, and it does not disappoint! It sounds amazing, and just feels good in my hands.

  • Best sounding and feeling strat ever

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byBallard

    frombaton rouge

    Walked in to a GC today and saw an HSS Luxe in Umburst....f'd up and asked to play it.....holy hel can this thing rip.....put it through a big muff and it blew down my walls! Guitar sounds like straight gasoline! yes I'd recommend 100x over

  • Everything is outstanding about this guitar

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byMark

    fromTwin Cities, MN

    I have owned several HSS Strats including another Ultra and an Elite. Fender really put their best foot forward with this model. The top is beautiful, the ebony fretboard is warm and smooth, and the neck is amazing. The color combinations make this an incredible looking guitar. The single coils are clean and smooth, and the humbucker packs a punch. The double ultra tap humbucker adds even more sound variances. This is a keeper. Check one out if you have a chance before they're gone.

  • The slickest strat I have ever played

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    bySean

    fromKennedale, TX

    It looks great but I really was after the ebony fretboard and it was not a mistake. The fact that the ebony is not pure black just adds to the character of the guitar. I am still tweaking it to get the setup to match my '09 Deluxe but still plays super smooth. Running the middle single and the humbucker together is some great sound.

  • Nope

    1

    Verified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    bychris

    fromSacramento

    Serious neck staining issues, funky tough trem (even with a spring removed) Too bad too because it sounds and plays great. But not keeping that at any price. This is the second one (no fault of MF) and even a third one hanging in a local store has the same issue with finishing on the neck.

  • Awesome Guitar

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byFlorida Guitar

    fromFlorida

    This guitar sounds and plays amazing. The neck is smooth and perfectly shaped for playing lead and rhythm guitar. Fit and finish are spectacular along with great tone and sustain. Guitar stays in tune even with extended whammy bar use and the case is outstanding.

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Q&A

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

  • asked byNoah

    fromWashintong, WA

    What is the year of this guitar ?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    I’m sorry, I don’t know. It would need to be removed for the box to check the S/N. Our instruments ship in factory sealed boxes. It can be opened upon purchase.
  • asked bypedro

    fromundisclosed

    What gauge strings does this guitar come with?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403
  • asked byRaymund

    fromNew York

    A previous question asked if the frets are stainless steel and somebody answered no. Can someone confirm this? It's improbable that the frets are not stainless at this price range.

    Open Reply - Thomas
    I’m very sorry for the confusion. We don't want to state inaccurate information. Stainless steel frets are a 'feature' and a manufacturer typically state it. Fender makes no such statement.
  • asked byBrian

    fromWichita, ks

    Is this available for LH players?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Unfortunately, no. Please give us a call to help you find something – 855-770-3373
  • asked byQuicker Picker

    fromOrlando, FL

    Are the frets stainless steel like the denim version?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    No, they’re not.