{"product_id":"fender-american-ultra-ii-stratocaster-electric-guitar-sinister-red-deluxe-molded-case","title":"Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster Electric Guitar, Sinister Red, Deluxe Molded Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuilt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the hood, a trio of Ultra II Noiseless Vintage Strat pickups deliver everything from sweet crystalline cleans to searing leads, all without a hint of hum. Our patented S-1 switch cleverly unlocks additional pickup configurations 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Ultra II Stratocaster 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Select Alder Body with Ultra Contours and Sculpted Neck Heel\u003cbr\u003e- Quartersawn Maple Modern “D” Profile Neck\u003cbr\u003e- 10\"-14\" Compound Radius Ebony or Quartersawn Maple Fingerboard with Ultra Rolled Edges and Luminlay Side Dots\u003cbr\u003e- Ultra II Noiseless Vintage Strat Pickups, Advanced Electronics and S-1 Switching\u003cbr\u003e- 2-Point American Ultra Synchronized Tremolo with Polished Stainless Steel Block Saddles, Cold Rolled Steel Block and Pop-In Arm\u003cbr\u003e- Short Post Locking Tuners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSELECT ALDER BODY WITH ULTRA CONTOURS AND SCULPTED NECK HEEL\u003cbr\u003eA resonant alder body provides classic Fender tone, while the tapered neck heel allows unparalleled access to the upper registers of the fingerboard and “Ultra” sculpted rear body contours are as beautiful as they are functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQUARTERSAWN MAPLE MODERN “D” PROFILE NECK\u003cbr\u003eSlim with wide shoulders, the “Modern D” neck profile works for any style of playing, while extra-strong quartersawn maple ensures unparalleled stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCOMPOUND RADIUS EBONY OR QUARTERSAWN MAPLE FINGERBOARD, ULTRA ROLLED EDGES, LUMINLAY SIDE DOTS\u003cbr\u003eBuilt for speed, comfort and facility, the 10”-14” compound-radius fingerboard is rounded near the nut, becoming increasingly flatter as it nears the upper register. Luminlay glow-in the-dark side dots provide exceptional visibility even on the darkest stages while “Ultra” rolled fingerboard edges and a silky, smooth “Ultra” satin finish make the neck effortless to play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eULTRA II NOISELESS VINTAGE STRAT PICKUPS, ADVANCED ELECTRONICS AND S-1 SWITCHING\u003cbr\u003eThe Ultra II Noiseless Vintage pickups are responsive and expressive, delivering definitive Strat sparkle for exceptional Fender tone without hum. Ultra II Noiseless pickups feature an evolved architecture of specialized stacked coils with the top coil wound around Alnico V rod magnets to produce true single-coil Fender tone, and the isolated bottom coil calibrated to preserve the tone and simply reject hum. Our patented S-1 switch adds the neck pickup in to any switch position, while the treble bleed circuit maintains your highs at any volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAMERICAN ULTRA SYNCHRONIZED TREMOLO, STAINLESS STEEL SADDLES, COLD ROLLED STEEL BLOCK, POP-IN ARM\u003cbr\u003eThis precision manufactured synchronized tremolo features a deluxe pop-in tremolo arm, polished stainless steel block saddles and a chamfered cold rolled steel block for endless sustain, precise attack and rock-solid tuning stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSHORT POST LOCKING TUNERS\u003cbr\u003eA high-performance feature, short post locking tuning machines provide a sharper and more consistent break angle over the nut for increased sustain and enhanced tuning stability while making string changes fast and easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Name American Ultra II Stratocaster, Maple Fingerboard, Sinister Red\u003cbr\u003eSeries American Ultra II\u003cbr\u003eOrientation Right-Hand\u003cbr\u003eColor Sinister Red\u003cbr\u003eApprox. Weight: 8 lbs. 8 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody Material Select Alder\u003cbr\u003eBody Shape Stratocaster\u003cbr\u003eBody Finish Gloss Urethane\u003cbr\u003eBody Style Solid Body\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeck\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeck Shape Modern \"D\"\u003cbr\u003eNeck Material Quartersawn Maple\u003cbr\u003eNeck Finish Ultra Satin Urethane\u003cbr\u003eScale Length 25.5\" (648 mm)\u003cbr\u003eFingerboard Material Quartersawn Maple\u003cbr\u003eFingerboard Radius 10\" to 14\" Compound Radius (254 mm to 355.6 mm)\u003cbr\u003ePosition Inlays Black Pearloid Dot - 7 mm\u003cbr\u003eSide Dots Luminlay\u003cbr\u003eString Nut Graph Tech TUSQ\u003cbr\u003eNut Width 1.685\" (42.8 mm)\u003cbr\u003eFret Size Medium Jumbo\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Frets 22\u003cbr\u003eHeadstock Stratocaster\u003cbr\u003eTruss Rod Bi-Flex\u003cbr\u003eTruss Rod Nut Size 1\/8\" Hex (Allen)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBridge Pickup Ultra II Noiseless Vintage Strat\u003cbr\u003eMiddle Pickup Ultra II Noiseless Vintage Strat\u003cbr\u003eNeck Pickup Ultra II Noiseless Vintage Strat\u003cbr\u003ePickup Covers Aged White\u003cbr\u003eSwitching 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\u003cbr\u003eControls Master Volume (with S-1 Switch), Tone 1. (Neck\/Middle Pickups), Tone 2. (Bridge Pickup)\u003cbr\u003eSpecial Electronics S-1 Switch Adds Neck Pickup Into Positions 1 and 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBridge 2-Point American Ultra Synchronized Tremolo with Polished Stainless Steel Block Saddles and Cold Rolled Steel Block\u003cbr\u003eBridge Mounting 2-Point Modern\u003cbr\u003eHardware Finish Nickel\/Chrome\u003cbr\u003ePickguard 1-Ply Black Anodized Aluminum\u003cbr\u003eControl Knobs Aged White Soft Touch Knobs\u003cbr\u003eSwitch Tip Aged White\u003cbr\u003eNeck Plate 4-Bolt Asymmetrical\u003cbr\u003eStrap Buttons Locking\u003cbr\u003eString Trees Ultra String Guide\u003cbr\u003eSaddle Height Wrench Size .050\" Hex (Allen) Wrench\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccessories\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrings (Installed) Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403\u003cbr\u003eIncluded Case\/Gig Bag Deluxe Molded Case (Included)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis LIKE NEW guitar went from Fender to their authorized refurbisher MIRC, where it received a full multi-point inspection and expert setup - it is ready to play!  No visible repairs were necessary, and no modifications were made except the back of the headstock was stamped USED and the original serial number was replaced\/covered with a new one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck-out the videos on YouTube and more information on the Fender website.  This is a Great guitar at a Great Price!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSKU 1018\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67820087705907,"sku":"1018","price":1949.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/4881\/2339\/files\/IMG_2948.jpg?v=1793207777","url":"https:\/\/badrabbitguitars.com\/products\/fender-american-ultra-ii-stratocaster-electric-guitar-sinister-red-deluxe-molded-case","provider":"Bad Rabbit Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}