Fender Stratocaster American Ultra II HSS MN Sinister Red

Essential Information About the Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS, Maple Fingerboard, Sinister Red Guitar

• Modern HSS versatility: Haymaker humbucker at the bridge + two Ultra II Noiseless Hot Strat pickups, ideal from bright cleans to powerful overdrives.


• Premium comfort: selected alder body with "Ultra" bevels and sculpted heel for smooth access to 22 frets.


• Fast and precise neck: quartersawn maple, Modern "D" profile, fingerboard with 10"-14" / 254-355.6 mm compound radius and "Ultra" rounded edges.


• High-end hardware: 2-point vibrato with pop-in arm, polished stainless steel saddles, locking tuners, and molded case included.

American Ultra II: the Stratocaster designed for today's guitarists

The American Ultra II series embodies Fender's vision of a thoroughly modern Stratocaster: the iconic DNA is intact but optimized for stage and studio. With refined finishes, ergonomic design, and advanced electronics (including the S-1 switch), this Strat is aimed at musicians seeking a highly performant guitar, ready to endure hours of playing without compromise on comfort or reliability.

Who it's for and which styles

This Fender is especially suited for intermediate to expert guitarists looking for a versatile and quiet instrument in amplified environments. The HSS configuration covers a wide range: snappy funk, pop, blues, modern rock, fusion, and even heavier genres thanks to the bridge humbucker (with coil-split capability via the S-1 for more "Strat"-style attack).

Sound

The selected alder body delivers the typical Fender balance: present mids, clear highs, and excellent chord definition. On pickups, the Ultra II Noiseless Hot Strat at the neck and middle preserve the Strat character (clarity, dynamics, precision) while significantly reducing noise-a major asset with higher gain settings or on stage. The Haymaker humbucker at the bridge adds body and thickness for riffs and solos, and its coil-split via the S-1 expands the palette toward brighter, sharper tones. The 2-point vibrato and cold-rolled steel block contribute to quick response, good sustain, and enhanced tuning stability, especially with the locking tuners.

Recommended compatible accessories

This guitar comes with a Deluxe molded case, ideal for transport. It is strung with .009-.042 (Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel), a gauge perfect for maintaining the vibrato's smooth feel and expressiveness.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	HSS	Scalloped	Double
Category	ST	Body	Alder
Left handed	No	Bridge / tailpiece	Tremolo
Strings	Steel	Electronics	Passive
Nbr of strings	6	Color	Red
Fingerboard	Maple	Finishing	Glossy
Nbrs of frets	22	Hardware	Chromed

Body shape	Stratocaster	Fret size	Medium Jumbo
Wood	selected alder	Radius	10" to 14" / 254 mm to 355.6 mm (compound radius)
Body finish	glossy urethane	Nut	Graph Tech TUSQ
Neck material	quartersawn maple	Nut material	Graph Tech TUSQ
Neck construction	4-bolt	Nut width	42.8 mm / 1.685"
Neck finish	Ultra Satin Urethane	Truss rod	Bi-Flex
Neck shape	Modern "D"	Scale length	25.5" / 647.7 mm
Neck profile type	D Shape	Hardware finish	Nickel/Chrome
Headstock	Stratocaster	Pickguard	1-ply Black Anodized Aluminum
Fingerboard inlays	Black Pearloid Dot - 7 mm	Control knobs	Black Soft-Touch Knobs
Side dots	Luminlay	Bridge	2-Point American Ultra Synchronized Tremolo with polished stainless steel saddles and cold-rolled steel block
Number of frets	22	Tuners	Deluxe Cast/Sealed Locking (all short posts)