When Fender released the American Ultra series, the company undertook an impressive task: improving on one of the most beloved guitars of all time. Ask guitar players at Music Experience, and they'll tell you that they more than succeeded. Now, with the American Ultra Luxe series, Fender has taken the instrument to the next level, with a unique Augmented "D" profile neck and exciting new variations on standard Fender themes. The Fender American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster Floyd Rose HSS is aimed squarely at demanding players who require high-performance instruments that will keep up with technique-heavy playing styles. Outfitted with a Floyd Rose Original Tremolo, Ultra Noiseless Hot single-coils, and an Ultra Double Tap humbucking pickup with advanced wiring options, this next-generation Strat certainly fits the bill. Snag this instant-classic guitar, plug into to your favorite amp or modeler, and be prepared for a profound sonic experience!

Fender American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster Floyd Rose HSS at a Glance:

• Floyd Rose Locking Tremolo
• 22 Stainless Steel Medium Jumbo Frets
• One Ultra Double Tap™ humbucking bridge pickup; two Ultra Noiseless Hot Strat single-coil pickups (middle and neck)
• Augmented “D”-shaped neck with Ultra satin finish
• 10”-14” compound-radius fingerboard

Upgraded noiseless pickups with extra switching abilities

The American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster Floyd Rose HSS Stratocaster is loaded with two single-coil pickups and a Tim Shaw-designed Ultra Double Tap humbucker in the bridge. Fender's noiseless circuitry allows you to access all the patented Strat spank, but without the annoying hum. Trust us: plug this Strat into a Plexi and crank it, and you won't get any hum from the pickups. This American Ultra Luxe Strat also has a silky-smooth 5-way switch that unlocks tons of tonal options. When you press down on the volume pot, you'll find the S-1 switch and activate the Double Tap feature on the humbucker. Double Tap splits the humbucker into a single-coil without losing half of your volume like other coil-splitting designs.

Made to be played

The headline says it all. The American Ultra Luxe Strat is made to be played. Hard. The Ultra Satin Neck has Fender's Augmented "D" profile that facilitates fast playing without feeling like you're playing a baseball bat. It has a compound-radius fingerboard with 22 medium-jumbo stainless steel frets that make it just as easy to play chords near the nut as it is to melt faces at the higher frets. The fretboard also has rolled edges, which will ensure hours of playing comfort. Soloing is easy, too, thanks to the tapered neck heel and the extra hand contour on the lower cutaway.

Dive-bomb away with a Floyd Rose Original tremolo system

If you're looking for a Strat that can take heavy vibrato abuse, the American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster Floyd Rose HSS Stratocaster is for you. Its Floyd Rose Original bridge and locking nut together net you the buttery-smooth bending action only a real Floyd can deliver, all with the peace of mind that comes from never having to worry about your strings pulling out of tune.

Fender Stratocaster: the world's go-to guitar

Musicians from all over the world have loved the Stratocaster since its introduction in 1954. The Stratocaster has been played by the most influential guitar players, ranging from Buddy Holly to high-gain shredders like Yngwie Malmsteen and virtuosic blues masters like Eric Clapton, among countless others. By relying on sturdy building techniques and unmatched playability, it's little wonder why the Stratocaster is so popular today. The Fender American Ultra Luxe Floyd Rose HSS Stratocaster seeks to build on the well-loved classic design with upgraded features and effortless playability to inspire the upcoming generation of guitar players.

What Fender Says...

For players who demand the ultimate in performance and tone, American Ultra is our most advanced series of guitars and basses. Featuring an Original Floyd Rose Tremolo system, stainless-steel frets and eye-catching custom colors with matching painted headcaps, the American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster Floyd Rose HSS is Ultra – elevated. The Augmented “D” neck profile with Ultra rolled fingerboard edges and tapered neck heel provides endless playing comfort and allows easy access to the highest register. A speedy 10”-14” compound-radius fingerboard with 22 stainless steel medium-jumbo frets means effortless and accurate soloing, while the Ultra Noiseless™ Hot single-coil pickups and Ultra Double Tap™ humbucking pickup, along with advanced wiring options, provide endless tonal possibilities – without hum. The Original Floyd Rose Tremolo system allows for precision vibrato effects while staying perfectly in tune. This versatile, state-of-the-art instrument will inspire you to push your playing to new heights. Includes premium molded hardshell case.

Floyd Rose Tremolo

This model features a Floyd Rose double-locking tremolo system which allows a range of vibrato effects – from subtle warble to wild dive bombs – with substantially improved tuning stability.

Stainless Steel Frets

Stainless steel frets are significantly harder and smoother than traditional nickel-silver, giving them extreme durability and a glassy playing feel that makes bending easy.

Augmented "D" Neck

The Augmented “D” neck profile is a refined hybrid shape with slightly more body than the Modern “D”. The profile becomes subtly fuller towards the twelfth fret, with shoulders that soften in the higher register. Ultra rolled fingerboard edges and a silky, smooth Ultra satin finish make the neck effortless to play.

Powerful Pickups

The Ultra Noiseless Hot single-coil pickups offer modern Fender tone without hum. In conjunction with the Ultra Double Tap™ humbucking bridge pickup this calibrated set is supremely versatile and offers dynamic Fender tone that is second to none.

10”-14” Compound-Radius

Built for speed and easy bending, the 10”-14” compound-radius fingerboard is rounded near the nut for chording, becoming increasingly flat as it nears the upper register for choke-free bending.

Enhanced Body Contours

The tapered neck heel allows unparalleled access to the upper registers of the fingerboard, while the sculpted rear body contour is designed for comfort.