Fender | American Ultra II

Fender’s Most Forward-Thinking Series Of Instruments Is Back And Better Than Ever!

Built for players seeking the best, American Ultra II delivers! Applying advanced, modern features to classic Fender designs, American Ultra II series guitars & basses both advance the state of the art, and stand the test of time.

Each American Ultra II instrument starts with a select alder body with sculpted contours, then is paired with either an Ebony or quartersawn maple 10”-14” compound radius fretboard, and a Modern “D” maple neck. Ultra II Noiseless pickups, Ultra rolled fretboard edges, Luminlay side dots, and Fender’s proprietary S-1 switching cap off every American Ultra II guitar or bass. Additional road-ready features include Deluxe locking tuners (American Ultra II Stratocaster, American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS, American Ultra II Telecaster), 1-ply anodized aluminum pickguards, and easy truss rod access.

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Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare

Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS Solar Flare

$2,359.99

Built for players boldly seeking the best, American Ultra II is our most advanced series of instruments. American Ultra II guitars and basses feature premium materials, precision craftsmanship and cutting-edge design for instruments that both advance the state-of-the-art and stand the test of time.

The Fender® American Ultra II Stratocaster® HSS features a select alder body with sculpted body contours. For effortless playability, the quartersawn maple neck features our Modern D profile and smooth Ultra Satin finish. Ebony or quartersawn maple 10”-14” compound radius fingerboards feature Ultra rolled edges, medium-jumbo frets, Luminlay® side dots and Graph Tech® TUSQ® nuts. The tapered neck heel and sculpted body contours allow unparalleled access to the higher register.

Under the hood, a pair of Ultra II Noiseless™ Hot Strat® pickups paired with a Haymaker™ Humbucker deliver everything from sweet crystalline cleans to searing leads, all without a hint of hum. Our patented S-1™ switch cleverly splits the Haymaker for even more tonal variety. Additional road-ready features include 2-Point American Ultra synchronized tremolo with pop-in arm, polished stainless steel block saddles, cold rolled steel block, deluxe locking tuners, soft-touch knobs and 1-ply anodized aluminum pickguard.

The American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS infuses iconic style with advanced appointments to take your playing to stratospheric new heights. For players who demand flawless tone, infinite versatility and limitless performance, American Ultra II delivers.

Features

  • Select Alder Body with Ultra Contours and Sculpted Neck Heel
  • Quartersawn Maple Modern “D” Profile Neck
  • 10"-14" Compound Radius Ebony or Quartersawn Maple Fingerboard with Ultra Rolled Edges and Luminlay Side Dots
  • Haymaker™ Humbucker, Ultra II Noiseless™ Hot Strat® Pickups, Advanced Electronics and S-1™ Switching
  • 2-Point American Ultra Synchronized Tremolo with Polished Stainless Steel Block Saddles, Cold Rolled Steel Block and Pop-In Arm
  • Short Post Locking Tuners
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S-1: Performance and tonal variety made easy!

Since its introduction in 2003, Fender’s patented S-1 switch has made it easier to completely shift your tone with the push of a button, a total game-changer for working musicians! For American Ultra II, S-1 suits the needs of each particular instrument:

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  • American Ultra II Stratocaster: S-1 Switch adds neck pickup into positions 1 (bridge pickup) and 2 (bridge and neck pickup)
  • American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS: S-1 Switch coil-splits humbucker
  • American Ultra II Telecaster: S-1 Switch activates series wiring option in middle pickup position
  • American Ultra II Precision Bass: S-1 Switch on volume knob selects active mode or passive mode, S-1 switch on tone knob adjusts midrange frequencies
  • American Ultra II Jazz Bass: S-1 Switch on volume knob selects active mode or passive mode, S-1 switch on tone knob adjusts midrange frequencies
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Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue

Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Noble Blue

$2,419.99

Built for players boldly seeking the best, American Ultra II is our most advanced series of instruments. American Ultra II guitars and basses feature premium materials, precision craftsmanship and cutting-edge design for instruments that both advance the state-of-the-art and stand the test of time.

The Fender® American Ultra II Jazz Bass® features a select alder body with sculpted body contours. For effortless playability, the quartersawn maple neck features our Modern D profile and smooth Ultra Satin finish. Ebony or quartersawn maple 10”-14” compound radius fingerboards feature Ultra rolled edges, medium-jumbo frets, Luminlay® side dots and Graph Tech® TUSQ® nuts. The tapered neck heel and sculpted body contours allow unparalleled access to the higher register, while the truss rod access at the headstock provides convenient and easy setup and adjustment.

Outfitted with a set of specially designed Ultra II Noiseless™ Vintage Jazz Bass pickups, this bass delivers a massive tonal range, from vintage warmth to modern snap, all without a hint of hum. The redesigned preamp features unprecedented control to unlock endless tonal possibilities. Key features include S-1™ switching for active/passive operation, passive tone control and 3-band active EQ with switchable midrange frequency. Additional road-ready features including an adjustable HiMass™ top-load or string-through-body bridge, Fender light-weight tuners with tapered shafts, knurled aluminum knobs and 1-ply anodized aluminum pickguard.

The American Ultra II Jazz Bass infuses iconic style with advanced appointments to take your playing to stratospheric new heights. For players who demand flawless tone, infinite versatility and limitless performance, American Ultra II delivers.

Features

  • Select Alder Body with Ultra Contours and Sculpted Neck Heel
  • Graphite Reinforced Quartersawn Maple Modern “D” Profile Neck with Posiflex™ Support Rods
  • 10"-14" Compound Radius Ebony or Quartersawn Maple Fingerboard with Ultra Rolled Edges and Luminlay Side Dots
  • Ultra II Noiseless™ Vintage Jazz Bass® Pickups
  • Ultra II Active Bass Preamp With S-1™ Switching
  • 4-Saddle Adjustable HiMass™ Bridge (String-Through-Body or Top-Load) and Deluxe Fluted-Shaft Tuners
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Looking for the perfect marriage of flawless tone, infinite versatility, and limitless performance? Look no further! Call, chat, or visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom today to grab guitars and basses from the Fender American Ultra II series!

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