Fender American Performer Stratocaster HSS, Maple Fingerboard - Black
Interest FREE financing available at checkoutBorn in Corona, California, the American Performer Stratocaster HSS delivers the exceptional tone and feel you expect from an authentic Fenderwith new enhancements, like the Double Tap humbucking pickup, that make it even more inspiring to play.
The American Performer Stratocaster HSS includes the Yosemite single-coil pickupsdesigned for rich, expressive tonesand a Double Tap humbucking bridge pickup. This unique, patent-applied-for design combines humbucking and single-coil voices, while eliminating volume loss in single-coil mode. With flat-staggered pole pieces to increase output and the single-coil pickups shellac coating and humbucking pickups wax potting that lets the coil breathe while controlling feedback, Yosemite & Double Tap pickups produce dynamic sounds ideal for any musical situation. The American Performer Stratocaster HSS also features Greasebucket tone circuitry, along with a push-pull tone control to control the Double Tap humbucking pickup. The Modern C-shaped neck sports a 9.5-radius fingerboard thats comfortable for almost any playing style, along with 22 jumbo frets for effortless and accurate bending.
Features
New Yosemite Pickups
Handcrafted in Corona, California, Yosemite pickups are specifically voiced for each instrument and position to create sonically versatile and musically useful sounds.
New ClassicGear Tuning Machines
Combining vintage style with a modern 18:1 gear ratio, the ClassicGear tuning machines have smooth action and make it easier to fine-tune your instrument.
Jumbo Frets
Jumbo frets make it easier to achieve wide, expressive bends that add your personal touch to your music.
Push-Pull Potentiometer
The push-pull pot controls the unique Double Tap humbucking pickup, unlocking single-coil tones without any volume loss, making it easy to adjust your sound mid-performance.
Satin-Finished Neck
Featuring a Modern C-shaped profile that works well with almost any playing style, the neck also hosts a satin finish on the back, giving it a smooth, fast playing feel.
Greasebucket Tone System
This uniquely Fender tone system lets you cut treble without losing gain or muddying your sound, preserving your carefully shaped tone.
Specifications
Body
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Body MaterialAlder
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Body FinishGloss
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Body ShapeStratocaster
Neck
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Neck MaterialMaple
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Neck FinishSatin Urethane
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Neck ShapeModern "C"
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Scale Length25.5" (648 mm)
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Fingerboard MaterialMaple
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Fingerboard Radius9.5" (241 mm)
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Number of Frets22
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Fret SizeJumbo
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Nut MaterialSynthetic Bone
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Nut Width1.685" (42.8 mm)
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Position InlaysWhite Dot
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Truss RodStandard
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Truss Rod Nut1/8" American Series
Electronics
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Bridge PickupDouble Tap Humbucking
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Middle PickupYosemite Single-Coil Stratocaster
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Neck PickupYosemite Single-Coil Stratocaster
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ControlsMaster Volume, Tone 1. (Neck & Middle Pickup), Tone 2. Greasebucket Tone Circuit (Bridge Pickup)
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Switching5-Position Blade: Postion 1. Bridge Humbucking Pickup; Position 2. Middle Pickup and Bridge Humbucking Pickup; Position 3. Middle Pickup; Position 4. Neck and Middle Pickup; Position 5. Neck Pickup
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ConfigurationHSS
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Special ElectronicsPush-Pull Pot On Tone 2 for Coil-Split
Hardware
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Bridge6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo
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Hardware FinishNickel/Chrome
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Tuning MachinesAmerican Performer
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Pickguard3-Ply Mint Green
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Control KnobsAged White Plastic
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Switch TipAged White
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Neck Plate4-Bolt
Miscellaneous
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StringsFender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403
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Legal NoticeWARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Accessories
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Case/Gig BagDeluxe Gig Bag