Description
The Fender American Professional Stratocaster Maple in Dark Night marks a fresh chapter in Fender's modern professional lineup. You've seen the original American Professional, the American Professional II, and the American Professional Classic. This refreshed American Professional Series brings ta number of meaningful under-the-hood updates, including tighter-tolerance electronics with treble bleed to retain clarity as the volume is rolled back. Its upgraded 2-point tremolo uses a cold-rolled steel block for added sustain and definition, while redesigned saddles keep adjustment screws from protruding into the picking hand. The Dark Night finish, black pickguard, black plastics, and maple fingerboard give this version one of the most contemporary looks in the lineup while keeping the familiar Strat formula intact.
The Deep "C" maple neck uses rolled fingerboard edges, a 9.5" radius, and Fender's "Super-Natural" satin urethane finish for a smooth feel that works equally well for rhythm playing and lead work. A sculpted heel improves access to the upper register, while 22 narrow tall frets provide a responsive surface for bends and precise fretting. Three V-Mod III Strat single-coils deliver articulate attack, bell-like chime, and warmth, making the guitar equally useful for clean playing, layered studio work, and overdriven sounds.
The upgraded two-point synchronized tremolo combines a cold-rolled steel block with ClassicGear Radial bent-steel saddles for smooth pitch control and simple setup adjustment. Fender staggered sealed tuners, a bone nut, and Micro-Tilt neck adjustment help keep the guitar stable and easy to maintain. We think the Dark Night version is a strong choice for players who want the versatility and playability of the refreshed American Professional Strat in one of its most modern-looking configurations.
Specifications:
- Body Material: Alder
- Body Finish: Polyurethane
- Color: Dark Night
- Neck Material: Maple
- Neck Finish: "Super-Natural" Satin Urethane Finish on Back of Neck with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face
- Neck Shape: Deep "C"
- Nut Width: 1.685"
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Fingerboard Material: Maple
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"
- Number of Frets: 22 Narrow Tall
- Position Inlays: Black Dot
- Side Dots: Black
- Nut: Bone
- Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Asymmetrical with Micro-Tilt Adjustment
- Tuning Machines: Fender Standard Cast/Sealed Staggered
- Bridge: 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with ClassicGear Radial Bent Steel Saddles, Pop-In Tremolo Arm and Cold-Rolled Steel Block
- Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
- Pickguard: 3-Ply Black
- Pickup Covers: Black
- Control Knobs: Black
- Bridge Pickup: V-Mod III Single-Coil Strat
- Middle Pickup: V-Mod III Single-Coil Strat
- Neck Pickup: V-Mod III Single-Coil Strat
- Pickup Configuration: SSS
- Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1 (Neck/Middle Pickups), Tone 2 (Bridge Pickup)
- Switching: 5-Position Blade
- Made In: USA
- Case: Deluxe Molded Case
Sku: 0111112761
The Deep "C" maple neck uses rolled fingerboard edges, a 9.5" radius, and Fender's "Super-Natural" satin urethane finish for a smooth feel that works equally well for rhythm playing and lead work. A sculpted heel improves access to the upper register, while 22 narrow tall frets provide a responsive surface for bends and precise fretting. Three V-Mod III Strat single-coils deliver articulate attack, bell-like chime, and warmth, making the guitar equally useful for clean playing, layered studio work, and overdriven sounds.
The upgraded two-point synchronized tremolo combines a cold-rolled steel block with ClassicGear Radial bent-steel saddles for smooth pitch control and simple setup adjustment. Fender staggered sealed tuners, a bone nut, and Micro-Tilt neck adjustment help keep the guitar stable and easy to maintain. We think the Dark Night version is a strong choice for players who want the versatility and playability of the refreshed American Professional Strat in one of its most modern-looking configurations.
Specifications:
- Body Material: Alder
- Body Finish: Polyurethane
- Color: Dark Night
- Neck Material: Maple
- Neck Finish: "Super-Natural" Satin Urethane Finish on Back of Neck with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face
- Neck Shape: Deep "C"
- Nut Width: 1.685"
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Fingerboard Material: Maple
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"
- Number of Frets: 22 Narrow Tall
- Position Inlays: Black Dot
- Side Dots: Black
- Nut: Bone
- Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Asymmetrical with Micro-Tilt Adjustment
- Tuning Machines: Fender Standard Cast/Sealed Staggered
- Bridge: 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with ClassicGear Radial Bent Steel Saddles, Pop-In Tremolo Arm and Cold-Rolled Steel Block
- Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
- Pickguard: 3-Ply Black
- Pickup Covers: Black
- Control Knobs: Black
- Bridge Pickup: V-Mod III Single-Coil Strat
- Middle Pickup: V-Mod III Single-Coil Strat
- Neck Pickup: V-Mod III Single-Coil Strat
- Pickup Configuration: SSS
- Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1 (Neck/Middle Pickups), Tone 2 (Bridge Pickup)
- Switching: 5-Position Blade
- Made In: USA
- Case: Deluxe Molded Case
Sku: 0111112761
