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Fender American Ultra II Series Guitars and Basses
The Fender American Ultra Series represents Fender's most advanced line of guitars and basses, designed for players who demand top-notch performance, tone, and aesthetics. Introduced in late 2019 as an evolution of the American Elite Series, it delivers high-end features and modern design elements while staying true to Fender’s classic style. Now, with the launch of the American Ultra II Series, Fender pushes innovation even further, offering enhanced electronics, improved playability, and sleek, contemporary finishes for musicians who seek the ultimate in versatility and craftsmanship.
The American Ultra Series II guitar is an exceptional choice for musicians seeking unparalleled playability, advanced tonal versatility, and stunning aesthetics, making it perfect for both professional performances and personal expression.
- Iconic Fender Design: Classic body shapes like the Stratocaster, Telecaster, Precision Bass, and Jazz Bass.
- Advanced Electronics: Upgraded pickups and enhanced wiring options provide an even clearer, more dynamic sound. The new Ultra Noiseless pickups offer an improved tonal range and reduced interference, ensuring you can explore a broader spectrum of sounds without unwanted noise.
- Refined Neck Profiles: Building on the original series' playability, the Ultra Series II introduces the Modern D neck profile. This design enhances player comfort and facilitates easier access to higher frets, allowing for greater expression and creativity.
- Enhanced Hardware: Incorporates more robust and durable components, including upgraded bridges and tuners that provide increased tuning stability and reliability, ensuring your instrument performs consistently under various playing conditions.
- Expanded Finishes: Introduces stunning, sports car-inspired colours and high-gloss options, allowing you to find the perfect finish that matches your unique style and personality.
- Additional Tonal Features: Experience more flexible sound shaping with enhanced switching options, giving you greater control to easily adapt your instrument to any musical genre.
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Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster
The Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster is designed for the modern guitarist seeking a blend of classic style and cutting-edge features. This premium guitar boasts Ultra Noiseless pickups for a clear, dynamic tone without hum, while its Modern D neck profile and compound radius enhance playability for technical playing. Positioned above the Player II series and American Professional models, the American Ultra II caters to serious players who demand versatility and reliability in various musical genres. Whether you’re performing live or recording in the studio, this Stratocaster delivers the performance and inspiration you need to elevate your sound.
Classic Stratocaster Sound With Modern Versatility
This Stratocaster combines premium craftsmanship, innovative features, and unparalleled versatility, making it an essential choice for serious musicians.
- Refined Neck Profile: The Modern D neck profile is designed for comfort, allowing for easy navigation across the fretboard. This ergonomic design distinguishes it from the flatter neck profiles found in the American and Player series, making it a more enjoyable experience for extended playing sessions.
- Compound Radius Fretboard: The compound radius fretboard transitions from 10” at the nut to 14” at the heel, facilitating easier string bending and improved playability at higher frets.
- Sculpted Body Contours: Ergonomically designed, the sculpted body contours and tapered neck heel offer unparalleled access to higher frets, ensuring a smooth and comfortable playing experience.
- Enhanced Pickups: Featuring upgraded Ultra Noiseless pickups, this Stratocaster offers improved tonal clarity and a richer sound profile. You’ll enjoy a warm, dynamic tone without unwanted hum, making it perfect for both studio recording and live performances.
- Customizable Controls: Featuring S-1 switching, allows for expanded tonal options, giving you the flexibility to create a wider range of sounds. This level of customization exceeds the standard configurations found in the American and Player series, catering to players who seek unique tonal palettes.
- Advanced Tremolo System: The newly designed tremolo system provides exceptional tuning stability, even during aggressive playing, ensuring peace of mind while exploring dive bombs and other techniques.
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS
The Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS elevates the classic Stratocaster design with its innovative humbucker-equipped bridge position. This premium model seamlessly blends the clarity of Ultra Noiseless single-coil pickups with the powerful punch of a humbucker, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of musical styles and techniques. Whether you're rocking out on stage or recording in the studio, this Stratocaster HSS delivers exceptional performance and tonal versatility.
Versatile and Powerful Modern Tonal Range
Ultra II Stratocaster HSS offers more versatility with its humbucker in the bridge position, making it more suitable for players seeking a wider range of tones, especially for heavier or modern music styles.
- Refined Neck Profile: The Modern D neck profile delivers superior comfort, allowing easy navigation across the fretboard. This ergonomic design supports intricate chord progressions and technical playing with ease.
- Compound Radius Fretboard: The 10” to 14” compound radius fretboard facilitates smooth string bending at higher frets while maintaining comfort for chord playing at the lower end.
- Sculpted Body Contours: Ergonomically designed, the sculpted body contours and tapered neck heel offer unparalleled access to higher frets, ensuring a smooth and comfortable playing experience.
- Enhanced Pickup Configuration: Equipped with Ultra Noiseless Hot Strat single-coils and a powerful Haymaker humbucker in the bridge, this HSS configuration offers a broader tonal range, from clear highs to heavy, punchy lows, perfect for versatile styles.
- Customizable Tonal Control: The S-1 switch allows for coil-splitting on the Haymaker humbucker, expanding tonal possibilities and enabling a smooth transition between humbucker warmth and single-coil brightness.
- Advanced Tremolo System: With a 2-point synchronized tremolo featuring polished stainless steel block saddles, this Strat HSS ensures exceptional tuning stability, even under extreme playing techniques.
Fender American Ultra II Telecaster
The Fender American Ultra II Telecaster is expertly crafted for the modern guitarist seeking a blend of traditional aesthetics and innovative technology. This premium instrument features Ultra II Noiseless pickups, delivering rich, articulate tones without unwanted hum, while its Modern D neck profile and compound radius fingerboard ensure exceptional playability for complex techniques. Positioned above the Player II series and American Professional models, the American Ultra II caters to discerning musicians who demand versatility and reliability across diverse musical styles. Whether on stage or in the studio, this Telecaster inspires creativity and elevates your sound.
Classic Telecaster Twang with Advanced Features for Versatility
The American Ultra II Telecaster offers unparalleled versatility and cutting-edge features, making it the ideal choice for guitarists seeking exceptional tone and playability across various musical styles.
- Refined Neck Profile: The Modern D neck profile is designed for comfort, promoting easy navigation across the fretboard. This ergonomic design enhances playability, making extended sessions more enjoyable.
- Compound Radius Fingerboard: The compound radius fingerboard transitions from 10” at the nut to 14” at the heel, facilitating easier string bending and improved access to higher frets.
- Sculpted Body Contours: Designed for maximum comfort, the sculpted body contours and tapered neck heel provide unparalleled access to higher frets, ensuring a smooth playing experience.
- Enhanced Pickups: Equipped with Ultra II Noiseless Vintage Tele pickups, this guitar delivers a versatile tonal palette with sweet cleans, snappy twang, and a robust growl—all without unwanted hum.
- Customizable Controls: Featuring an S-1 switch that activates series wiring options, players can expand their tonal variety, allowing for unique sound creations beyond standard configurations.
- Advanced Bridge System: The 6-saddle string-through-body bridge with chromed brass saddles offers excellent tuning stability and sustain, ensuring reliability during performance and practice sessions.
Fender American Ultra II Meteora
The Fender American Ultra II Meteora is a striking, modern addition to Fender’s offset guitar lineup, blending bold, futuristic design with the most advanced features. Its sleek, angular body shape sets it apart from traditional Fender models, offering both a unique aesthetic and effortless playability. Equipped with powerful Haymaker humbuckers, the Ultra II Meteora delivers everything from sweet cleans to aggressive, high-output tones, perfect for players across genres like rock and alternative. With its sculpted body contours, Modern D neck profile, and compound radius fingerboard, this guitar is built for those who demand exceptional versatility and performance.
Modern Design, Powerful Humbuckers, and Versatile Tone
The Fender American Ultra II Meteora is ideal for modern rock and alternative styles, offering dynamic playability and powerful humbucker tones that inspire creativity and performance. The Ultra II features advanced electronics and a sculpted neck heel, enhancing comfort and access to higher frets, while its refined Ultra II Noiseless pickups deliver a rich, noise-free sound, setting it apart as a top choice for discerning musicians.
- Refined Neck Profile: The Modern D neck profile is designed for comfort, facilitating easy navigation across the fretboard, making it ideal for technical playing.
- Compound Radius Fingerboard: The fingerboard transitions from 10” to 14”, allowing for smooth string bending and improved access to higher frets.
- Sculpted Body Contours: Ergonomically designed body contours ensure maximum comfort and effortless playability, providing access to higher frets.
- Powerful Pickup Configuration: Equipped with Haymaker humbuckers, the Meteora delivers a wide tonal range, from sparkling cleans to heavy distortion, perfect for a variety of genres.
- Customizable Tonal Control: Featuring S-1 switching, this guitar allows players to expand their tonal possibilities, providing unique sound options.
- Advanced Hardware: The innovative bridge system ensures excellent tuning stability, even under aggressive playing, giving musicians confidence in their performance.
Fender American Ultra II Meteora Bass
The Fender American Ultra II Meteora Bass is a bold fusion of modern innovation and classic Fender design, offering bassists a versatile and high-performance instrument. Its sleek offset body shape and advanced features make it stand out visually while ensuring top-tier playability. Outfitted with Ultra Noiseless pickups, the Meteora Bass delivers clear, punchy tones without unwanted hum, making it ideal for players across various genres like rock, funk, and pop. Whether on stage or in the studio, the American Ultra II Meteora Bass gives you the precision and sonic clarity needed to elevate your basslines.
Striking Design, Powerful Performance
The American Ultra II Meteora Bass is designed for the modern bassist, with innovative features that offer superior comfort, playability, and tonal versatility.
- Refined Neck Profile: The Modern D neck profile, combined with the lightweight body design, offers a smooth and comfortable playing experience. The neck is designed to facilitate effortless navigation across the fretboard for both technical runs and groove-oriented playing.
- Compound Radius Fingerboard: The 10” to 14” compound radius fingerboard allows for comfortable chord playing at the lower frets and smooth string bending at the higher frets, providing versatility in both rhythmic and lead playing styles.
- Ultra Noiseless Pickups: The Ultra Noiseless pickups in the Meteora Bass deliver powerful, dynamic tones without the interference of hum. These pickups maintain clarity and punch, making them ideal for a wide range of styles from smooth lows to punchy mids and clear highs.
- Customizable Electronics: The S-1 switching allows for coil-splitting, giving players the flexibility to switch between more focused, humbucker-like tones and the bright, snappy single-coil sound. This feature adds versatility to your sound, whether you're laying down a groove or taking a solo.
- Sculpted Body Contours: The offset design, along with ergonomic sculpted body contours, ensures maximum comfort, especially during long sessions, allowing for fluid movement and access to higher frets with ease.
- Advanced Bridge System: The HiMass bridge enhances sustain and tuning stability, ensuring the bass performs consistently, whether on stage or in the studio, even under aggressive playing techniques.
Fender American Ultra II Precision Bass
The Fender American Ultra II Precision Bass is meticulously engineered for bassists who prioritize powerful sound and robust performance in a variety of musical settings. Crafted from select alder, the body features sculpted contours that enhance both aesthetics and playability, while the quartersawn maple neck with a Modern D profile and smooth Ultra Satin finish ensures hours of comfortable playing. Outfitted with newly designed Ultra II Noiseless pickups, the Precision Bass delivers a powerful tonal range, from classic warmth to punchy modern sounds. With its advanced electronics and ergonomic design, this bass is built to elevate your playing experience to new heights.
Powerful Sound, Solid Low-End
The Precision Bass is ideal for players seeking a powerful, punchy sound with a solid low-end foundation, making it perfect for rock and pop genres.
- Refined Neck Profile: The quartersawn maple Modern D neck is designed for optimal comfort and playability, featuring Posiflex support rods for enhanced stability. This thicker neck profile provides a solid foundation for powerful chord progressions and a more pronounced sustain.
- Compound Radius Fingerboard: The fingerboard, available in ebony or quartersawn maple, features a 10” to 14” compound radius, facilitating easier string bending while providing superior access to higher frets for dynamic play, particularly for rhythm-focused styles.
- Luminlay Side Dots: Offers enhanced visibility on stage, allowing players to focus on their performance without distraction, making it ideal for bassists who prioritize strong visual cues in various lighting conditions.
- Advanced Pickup Configuration: Equipped with a split-coil pickup, the newly-voiced Ultra II Noiseless pickups deliver a punchy, robust low-end, making it perfect for rock and other genres that demand a strong bass presence without any unwanted hum.
- Active and Passive Switching: The Ultra II active bass preamp with S-1 switching enables players to switch seamlessly between active and passive modes, expanding tonal options while maintaining exceptional sound quality, particularly for driving rhythms.
- Upgraded Hardware: The adjustable HiMass bass bridge, whether string-through-body or top-load, ensures excellent tuning stability and sustain, making this bass road-ready for any performance situation, catering to the needs of performers who require reliability.
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass
The Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass is meticulously crafted for players who thrive on versatility and intricate playing styles, making it a perfect choice for jazz, funk, and fusion musicians. Designed for those who appreciate a defined tonal clarity and the ability to navigate complex harmonics, this bass features a select alder body with sculpted contours that enhance both comfort and aesthetics. The quartersawn maple neck, with its Modern D profile and smooth Ultra Satin finish, allows for effortless play during extended sessions. Equipped with newly designed Ultra II Noiseless Vintage pickups, the Jazz Bass delivers a wide tonal palette, from vintage warmth to modern snap. Enhanced with advanced electronics and ergonomic design, this bass inspires you to push your musical boundaries.
Tonal Clarity and Versatile Expression
The Jazz Bass is designed for musicians who value tonal clarity and versatility, offering the ability to explore complex harmonics and dynamic expressions across various styles, from smooth jazz to energetic funk.
- Refined Neck Profile: The quartersawn maple Modern D neck is designed for optimal comfort and playability, featuring Posiflex support rods for enhanced stability. This ergonomic profile allows for effortless navigation across the fretboard, especially beneficial for intricate melodies.
- Compound Radius Fingerboard: The fingerboard, available in ebony or quartersawn maple, features a 10” to 14” compound radius, making string bending easier and providing superior access to higher frets for more dynamic play, ideal for melodic and complex playing styles.
- Luminlay Side Dots: Offers enhanced visibility on stage, allowing players to focus on their performance without distraction, ensuring that even in dimly lit venues, players can confidently navigate their fretboard.
- Advanced Pickup Configuration: Outfitted with two Ultra II Noiseless Vintage pickups, this bass delivers a versatile tonal palette, offering everything from punchy, classic tones to contemporary snaps, making it suitable for genres like jazz, funk, and fusion without any unwanted hum.
- Active and Passive Switching: The redesigned preamp features S-1 switching, enabling seamless transitions between active and passive modes while maintaining exceptional sound quality; the passive tone control operates in both modes, allowing for greater tonal versatility for expressive playing.
- Upgraded Hardware: The adjustable HiMass bass bridge, whether string-through-body or top-load, ensures excellent tuning stability and sustain, making this bass road-ready for any performance situation, perfect for players who seek flexibility and reliability.
Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass V
The Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass V is meticulously crafted for players who thrive on versatility and intricate playing styles, making it an ideal choice for jazz, funk, and fusion musicians seeking an extended range. Designed for those who appreciate defined tonal clarity and the ability to navigate complex harmonics, this five-string bass features a select alder body with sculpted contours that enhance both comfort and aesthetics. The quartersawn maple neck, with its Modern D profile and smooth Ultra Satin finish, allows for effortless play during extended sessions. Equipped with newly designed Ultra II Noiseless Vintage pickups, the Jazz Bass V delivers a wide tonal palette, from vintage warmth to modern snap, catering specifically to the demands of a five-string setup. Enhanced with advanced electronics and ergonomic design, this bass inspires you to push your musical boundaries.
Elevate Your Basslines with Added Depth
The Jazz Bass V is designed for musicians who value tonal clarity and versatility, offering the ability to explore complex harmonics and dynamic expressions across various styles, from smooth jazz to energetic funk, while providing the additional depth of a low B string.
- Refined Neck Profile: The quartersawn maple Modern D neck is designed for optimal comfort and playability, featuring Posiflex support rods for enhanced stability. This ergonomic profile allows for effortless navigation across the fretboard, especially beneficial for intricate melodies.
- Compound Radius Fingerboard: The fingerboard, available in ebony or quartersawn maple, features a 10” to 14” compound radius, making string bending easier and providing superior access to higher frets for more dynamic play, ideal for melodic and complex playing styles.
- Luminlay Side Dots: Offers enhanced visibility on stage, allowing players to focus on their performance without distraction, ensuring that even in dimly lit venues, players can confidently navigate their fretboard.
- Advanced Pickup Configuration: Outfitted with two Ultra II Noiseless Vintage pickups, this bass delivers a versatile tonal palette, offering everything from punchy, classic tones to contemporary snaps, making it suitable for genres like jazz, funk, and fusion without any unwanted hum.
- Active and Passive Switching: The redesigned preamp features S-1 switching, enabling seamless transitions between active and passive modes while maintaining exceptional sound quality; the passive tone control operates in both modes, allowing for greater tonal versatility for expressive playing.
- Upgraded Hardware: The adjustable HiMass bass bridge, whether string-through-body or top-load, ensures excellent tuning stability and sustain, making this bass road-ready for any performance situation, perfect for players who seek flexibility and reliability.
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