Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster, Sinister Red Overview
The Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster in Sinister Red is a top-tier electric guitar designed for musicians who seek the highest level of performance, craftsmanship, and innovation. As part of Fender’s advanced American Ultra II series, this guitar blends classic design elements with cutting-edge features, ensuring it meets the demands of today’s players.
Key Features:
Body and Neck:
- Body: The guitar features a select alder body, known for its balanced tone and resonance. The sculpted body contours provide enhanced comfort, allowing for extended playing sessions without fatigue. The striking Sinister Red finish gives the guitar a bold, eye-catching look.
- Neck: The quartersawn maple neck is designed with a Modern D profile, providing a smooth and comfortable feel that suits a variety of playing styles. The Ultra Satin finish on the neck ensures a sleek, fast-playing surface.
- Fingerboard: Available with either ebony or quartersawn maple, the fingerboard has a 10”-14” compound radius, making it comfortable for both chordal and lead playing. Ultra rolled edges and medium-jumbo frets add to the overall playability, while Luminlay® side dots ensure visibility in low-light conditions.
- Nut: The Graph Tech® TUSQ® nut enhances tuning stability and contributes to the guitar’s rich tone.
Electronics:
- Pickups: Equipped with three Ultra II Noiseless™ Vintage Strat® pickups, the guitar delivers a wide range of tones, from crisp, clean highs to warm, punchy lows. These pickups are designed to eliminate unwanted hum, making them ideal for studio and live performances.
- S-1™ Switch: The S-1 switch offers additional pickup configurations, providing players with a broader tonal palette and greater versatility.
Hardware:
- Bridge: The 2-Point American Ultra synchronized tremolo system, featuring polished stainless steel block saddles and a cold-rolled steel block, offers exceptional tuning stability and sustain.
- Tuners: Deluxe locking tuners make string changes quick and secure, while also maintaining tuning stability.
- Pickguard: The 1-ply anodized aluminum pickguard not only adds to the guitar’s durability but also contributes to its sleek, modern aesthetic.
Aesthetics:
- Finish: The Sinister Red finish is both striking and sophisticated, ensuring the guitar stands out on stage.
- Headstock: A matching headstock completes the guitar’s cohesive and stylish design.
Additional Features:
- Case: The guitar comes with a Deluxe Molded Case, providing robust protection during transport and storage.
