The American Professional II Stratocaster draws from more than sixty years of innovation, inspiration and evolution to meet the demands of today’s working player. Our popular Deep “C” neck now sports smooth rolled fingerboard edges, a “Super-Natural” satin finish and a newly sculpted neck heel for a supremely comfortable feel and easy access to the upper register. New V-Mod II Stratocaster single-coil pickups are more articulate than ever while retaining bell-like chime and warmth. An upgraded 2-point tremolo with a cold-rolled steel block increases sustain, clarity and high-end sparkle. The American Pro II Stratocaster delivers instant familiarity and sonic versatility you’ll feel and hear right away, with broad ranging improvements that add up to nothing less than a new standard for professional instruments. FEATURES - Three V-Mod II single-coil Stratocaster pickups - Upgraded 2-Point Tremolo with Cold-Rolled Steel Block - Deep "C”-shaped neck profile with rolled fingerboard edges - Bone nut; 22 narrow-tall frets for easy bending - Treble bleed circuit maintains highs when reducing volume - Includes Deluxe Molded hardshell case V-MOD II PICKUPS V-Mod II Stratocaster pickups are voiced specifically for each position, creating a perfectly balanced tone with the vintage warmth and crisp, clear sound that made Fender a legend. NEW SCULPTED NECK HEEL The rounded neck heel and beveled neck-plate improve access to the upper register and make leads easy and comfortable. 2-POINT TREMOLO WITH COLD-ROLLED STEEL BLOCK This Stratocaster features a two-point tremolo bridge with vintage-style saddles for superior tuning stability, tremolo action and ease of adjustment - and the upgraded cold-rolled steel block increases sustain, clarity and high-end sparkle. DEEP “C” NECK PROFILE WITH ROLLED FINGERBOARD EDGES Delivering both comfort and speed, the American Professional II Deep “C” neck profile is slim at the nut and fills out gradually as it approaches the neck joint to create a natural feel that’s perfect for chording and single note playing alike. The hand-rolled fingerboard edges and Super-Natural satin finish provide a supremely comfortable feel. SPECIAL ELECTRONICS A performance friendly push-push switch on the second tone control activates the neck pickup in switch positions one and two, adding two unique pickup configurations not normally found on a Strat. Specifications Body: Alder Body Finish: Gloss Urethane Body Shape: Stratocaster Neck Material: Maple Neck Finish: “Super-Natural” Satin Urethane Finish on Back of Neck with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face Neck Shape: Deep "C" Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm) Fingerboard: Maple Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm) Number of Frets: 22 Frets Size: Narrow Tall String Nut: Bone Nut Width: 1.685" (42.8 mm) Position Inlays: White Dot Bridge Pickup: V-Mod II Single-Coil Strat Middle Pickup: V-Mod II Single-Coil Strat Neck Pickup: V-Mod II Single-Coil Strat Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck/Middle Pickups), Tone 2. (Bridge Pickup) Pickup Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup Position 3. Middle Pickup Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup Position 5. Neck Pickup Pickup Configuration: SSS Bridge: 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Bent Steel Saddles, Pop-In Tremolo Arm and Cold-Rolled Steel Block Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome Tuning Machines: Fender Standard Cast/Sealed Staggered Pickguard: 3-Ply Black Control Knobs: Black Plastic Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403 The American Professional II Stratocaster draws from more than sixty years of innovation, inspiration and evolution to meet the demands of today’s working player.