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Fender American Professional II Stratocaster - Black with Maple Fingerboard

Solidbody Electric Guitar with Alder Body, Maple Neck and Fingerboard, and 3 Single-coil Pickups - Black
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An Updated Take on the American Professional Stratocaster

Fender's American Professional II Stratocaster offers multiple upgrades from its inaugural configuration. The lightweight, contoured body delivers a nicely balanced tonal foundation with a highly-resonant quality. This solidbody electric guitar's first major upgrade lies in the pickup selection. The American Professional II Stratocaster is loaded with a trio of V-Mod II single-coil pickups that pump out a vintage tone with modern refinements. An upgraded 2-point tremolo bridge and cold-rolled steel block combine to give you plenty of sustain and brightness. Further performance upgrades include a contoured heel joint, "Super-Natural" satin neck finish, and upgraded electronics. If you're looking for a guitar with a vintage voice and modern feel, the American Professional II Stratocaster is worth your consideration.

Upgraded pickups promote clarity

For the American Professional II Stratocasters, Fender's pickup guru, Tim Shaw created a new breed of V-Mod pickups. Fittingly dubbed the V-Mod II pickups, each pickup delivers all the classic chime that defined the Strats of old with drastically enhanced clarity and articulation. The American Professional II Stratocaster is also loaded with a Push-Push tone knob that adds the neck pickup to the signal no matter what switch position you're using. Run it through your grittiest dirt pedals or your cleanest amp and the Fender American Professional II Stratocaster will be right at home.

The new standard for professional instruments

After the wild success of the original American Professional Stratocaster, Fender's team of designers dedicated themselves to improving on the design. The resulting instrument, the American Professional II Stratocaster, features a number of improvements and upgrades that push the classic design to new heights. V-Mod II single-coil pickups give you classic Strat sparkle with unbelievable clarity. The upgraded 2-point tremolo bridge has a cold-rolled steel block, which helps boost sustain and adds a touch of brightness. Factor in the all-new "Super-Natural" neck finish, and the Fender American Professional II Stratocaster sets the tone for what a professional level instrument should look, sound, and feel like.

Custom Shop-influenced neck

The Deep "C" neck profile that you'll find on the Fender American Professional II Stratocaster solidbody electric guitar is a slight upgrade from the Fender American neck players have been in love with for years. By adding a touch more roundness to the back contour, the Deep "C" carve fills your hand perfectly while never inhibiting your technique. For added playing comfort, the back of the neck is finished in Fender's "Super-Natural" satin finish that feels fast and inviting. Your fingers will immediately notice how much control they have on the fretboard's Narrow Tall frets. For good reason, this fret wire is the most requested size at the Fender Custom Shop.

Fender American Professional II Stratocaster Solidbody Electric Guitar Features:

  • Updated and upgraded Stratocaster for the performing musician
  • V-Mod II single-coil pickups deliver vintage-style Strat sound with enhanced clarity
  • Push-Push tone control adds the neck pickup to any position
  • 2-point tremolo with cold-rolled steel tone block gives you expressive playing options and extra sustain
  • Satin-finished maple neck feels fast and responsive
  • Deep "C" neck profile sits securely in your hand
  • Contoured neck heel enhances comfort when playing in the upper register
  • Narrow Tall frets play effortlessly

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Tech Specs

  • General
  • Number of Strings 6
  • Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
  • Body
  • Body Type Solidbody
  • Body Shape American Professional II Stratocaster
  • Body Material Alder
  • Body Finish Gloss Polyurethane
  • Color Black
  • Neck
  • Neck Material Maple
  • Neck Shape Deep C
  • Neck Joint Bolt-on
  • Radius 9.5"
  • Fingerboard Material Maple
  • Fingerboard Inlay Black Dots
  • Number of Frets 22, Narrow Tall
  • Scale Length 25.5"
  • Nut Width 1.685"
  • Nut Material Bone
  • Hardware
  • Bridge/Tailpiece 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Cold-rolled Steel Block
  • Tuners Fender Standard Die-cast
  • Electronics
  • Neck Pickup Fender V-Mod II Single-coil
  • Middle Pickup Fender V-Mod II Single-coil
  • Bridge Pickup Fender V-Mod II Single-coil
  • Controls 1 x master volume, 1 x tone (middle/neck), 1 x tone (push/push add neck)
  • Switching 5-way blade pickup switch
  • Miscellaneous
  • Strings Fender USA 250L, .009-.042
  • Case/Gig Bag Hardshell Case
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 0113902706

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Reviews

Exactly what I wanted

I wanted a solid, versatile gigging guitar, to add to my live performance repertoire - and this Strat completely fit the bill for my needs. This guitar looks, feels, and sounds fantastic! I LOVE the shape and silky satin finish of the neck!! This guitar is light, well balanced, and ergonomic as you'd expect from a Strat. It's a genuine pleasure to play!! I'm also a huge fan of the included, quality Fender case - with it's hefty handle, and lux latches.


I clicked submit on my order, and this guitar was in my hands 48 hours later. Ridiculously quick delivery, and everything was perfectly in order to plug and play - right out of the case!!

Music background: Songwriter, and Gigging Musician
2024 Professional II Strat
Great Guitar!!

I'm a 64 year old guitar Hobbyist.
I tried the 54 and the 57 Vintage II start and they are both fantastic guitars!!
Then I tried the new 2024 Professional II Strat and felt in love with it.
Not buying the Vintage 54 or the 57 Strat was not about the money, it was just the way the neck felt and how the pick-ups sounded, as well as the value of the Professional II Strat.
I can play/practice twice as long compared to my other guitars.
My Salesperson [Michael Rayme] was also a lot of help as well, helping me to decide which guitar I wanted to add to my collection.

Bottom line, the professional II Strat is amazing, and you would not be sorry if you buy one.
FYI - I also ended up buying the 54 Strat for the same reason as I bought the Professional II Start; What can I say! - LOL.
I have own Fenders in the past, and in my opinion, Fender are making some great guitars right now.

Have fun and never stop learning,
Dave -
Music background: Hobbyist - 30 years
Fender American Pro 2 Stratocaster
This is the last guitar I will ever buy! This American Strat practically plays itself! And BEAUTIFUL guitar! Also, the case is excellent! Thanks Evan Nieman, my sales guy, for all the help leading up to me buying this guitar! Beyond happy with it!!
Keeper for life.
American Pro II, that's it for me. After 37 years of playing professionally off and on, and after owning many different brands, I consider it to be the very best guitar I've ever owned. Keeper for life. It just feels perfect. Sounds fantastic. Worth more to me than the current asking price.

While I still love my LTD M-1000HT and my Reverend Sensei RA, and they have their roles, it's this Fender American Pro II that reigns supreme for me.

Did I upgrade anything? Yes, bought the locking tuners right here from Sweetwater. They dropped right into this American Pro II and I found their price to be very reasonable. Compare the price of new Fender locking tuners with some from say PRS.

The only other slight modification was swapping out the string tree for a Tusq.

Both of those minor upgrades are typical and not expensive. The tuning stability is top notch. I keep my tremolo flat against the body, only using it for the occasional surf dive. Stays in tune like a champ, rarely needing a little adjustment.

I highly recommend a "test drive" if you ever get a chance.
Music background: Professional
It’s worth it
I had a 2022 Player Series Strat that I upgraded with Fat 50's pickups and a Deluxe Trem assembly and I even got my luthier to level out the frets and do a completely set up. Well..straight from the factory this American Professional II is better it the way it feels, looks and sounds. I love how you can blend the neck pickup with the bridge pick up with the push of the bottom tone knob. I've never seen that feature on a strat. If you're looking for a great strat this is it. I can't image how much better the ultras are compared to this. Thanks Danny from sweetwater!
Music background: Experienced

It’s impossible to imagine a world without Fender guitars, and if you’re like many of the guitarists at Sweetwater, then Fender not only made the first guitar you ever bought " they made the last one too! From building the first mass-produced solidbody electric guitars and basses in the 1950s to creating some of the most influential amplifier designs in history, it’s no wonder why Fender is one of the biggest names in the business. As one of the world’s largest Fender dealers, we have countless guitars, basses, amps, effects pedals, and accessories in stock and ready to ship, whenever you need them. We’re always getting our hands on their latest creations, and there’s nothing we love more than to tell our customers all about them! So, whether you’re looking for your first axe or a Custom Shop creation, make sure to give your Sweetwater Sales Engineer a call at (800) 222-4700.

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