Available exclusively at Guitar Center in Gold Dust, the Fender American Ultra II limited-edition Stratocaster HSS electric guitar pairs striking style with modern performance. A black pickguard provides a bold contrast against the exclusive finish. Beneath that distinctive exterior, the American Ultra II combines a sculpted select alder body with a roasted maple neck and compound-radius fingerboard for comfort, speed and precision. Ultra II Noiseless Hot Strat pickups, a Haymaker humbucker and S-1 switching deliver extensive tonal flexibility, while premium hardware supports dependable performance. More than a distinctive colorway, this limited-edition Ultra II brings modern playability and versatile sound to the familiar Stratocaster platform.
Select Alder Body and Exclusive Gold Dust Finish
The American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS begins with a select alder body that delivers the balanced resonance, articulate response and dynamic range that have long made alder a Fender favorite. Sculpted body contours enhance comfort whether seated or standing, allowing the guitar to feel as refined as it sounds. Exclusive to Guitar Center, the Gold Dust finish creates a dramatic visual statement, giving this limited-edition Stratocaster a bold contemporary look.
Roasted Maple Neck and Compound-Radius Fingerboard for Effortless Playability
A roasted maple neck provides added stability and contributes a smooth, responsive feel that encourages fast, expressive playing. Its Modern D profile and Ultra Satin urethane finish allow effortless position shifts, while the roasted maple fingerboard features a compound 10"–14" radius that feels comfortable for chords near the nut before flattening out for bends and technical lead work higher on the neck. Twenty-two medium-jumbo frets, a Graph Tech TUSQ nut and Luminlay side dots further enhance precision, comfort and visibility in demanding stage environments.
Ultra II Electronics for Expanded Tonal Versatility
Combining two Ultra II Noiseless Hot Strat single-coils with the Haymaker humbucker, the American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS covers a broad tonal range while maintaining clarity and reducing unwanted hum. A five-way blade switch and dedicated tone controls provide familiar Stratocaster operation, while the S-1 switch splits the Haymaker humbucker for additional single-coil character. The onboard Ultra Blaster preamp adds a clean boost, giving solos greater presence or driving an amplifier into richer natural overdrive when extra punch is needed.
Two-Point Tremolo and Locking Tuners for Control and Stability
The two-point American Ultra synchronized tremolo features polished stainless steel block saddles and a cold-rolled steel block for smooth action, enhanced sustain and dependable tuning stability. Deluxe locking tuners simplify string changes while helping maintain tuning through expressive tremolo use, supporting consistent performance onstage and in the studio.
Stratocaster Heritage Meets Advanced Performance
Blending modern Fender engineering with the established Stratocaster design, the American Ultra II limited-edition Stratocaster HSS electric guitar is available exclusively at Guitar Center in Gold Dust. From its sculpted alder body and roasted maple neck to its versatile Ultra II electronics and premium hardware, this Stratocaster combines performance-focused features with the familiar feel and character of its predecessors. For guitarists seeking expressive playability, expanded tonal options and a distinctive exclusive finish, the Fender American Ultra II limited-edition Stratocaster HSS delivers a modern take on a classic instrument.