Representing the pinnacle of innovation and craftsmanship, Fender American Ultra Luxe sets the benchmark for premium electric instruments. The new American Ultra Luxe Vintage series takes it a step further, showcasing the finest of Fender heritage – where timeless classics meet uncompromising modern refinement.
The American Ultra Luxe Vintage '60s Stratocaster® HSS features premium alder body with carved contours that complement the aged Heirloom™ nitrocellulose lacquer finish. Built for precision performance, the quartersawn maple neck with a Modern 'D' shape and Ultra rolled edges features medium jumbo stainless-steel frets, Luminlay® side dots, and a Graph Tech TUSQ® nut. Each instrument features a tapered neck heel to ensure unparalleled access to the higher register.
Under the hood, Pure Vintage '61 Strat® single-coils deliver classic Fender tones, from sparkling cleans to rich, expressive leads while the Haymaker™ humbucker brings powerful, articulate crunch. Performance hardware includes a precision-engineered 2-Point American Ultra synchronized tremolo with polished stainless steel block saddles, cold rolled steel block, and deluxe locking tuners for quick string changes and superior tuning stability.
The American Ultra Luxe Vintage 60s Stratocaster® HSS delivers flawless modern performance with distinctive classic design.
- Heirloom™ Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish
- Pure Vintage '61 Strat® Single-Coils and Haymaker™ Humbucker, Advanced Electronics and S-1™ Switching
- Stainless Steel Frets
- Select Alder Body with Ultra Contours and Tapered Neck Heel
- Quartersawn Modern "D" profile neck
- 10"-14" Compound Radius fingerboard with Ultra Rolled Edges and Luminlay® side dots
SELECT ALDER BODY WITH ULTRA CONTOURS AND HEIRLOOM™ NITROCELLULOSE LACQUER FINISH
Premium alder bodies provide the foundation for authentic Fender tone, offering exceptional resonance and character. Elegant 'Ultra' sculpted rear body contours are as beautiful as they are functional. Channeling a 1960s Stratocaster®, our Heirloom Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish reproduces the subtle patina and distinctive look of a treasured vintage instrument.
QUARTERSAWN MODERN "D" PROFILE NECK AND TAPERED NECK HEEL
Slim with wide shoulders, the 'Modern D' neck profile works for any style of playing. Paired with an extra-strong quartersawn maple neck and tapered neck heel, this neck delivers unparalleled stability and access to the upper registers of the fingerboard.
10"-14" COMPOUND RADIUS FINGERBOARD WITH ULTRA ROLLED EDGES AND LUMINLAY® SIDE DOTS
Built for speed, comfort and facility, the 10"-14" compound-radius fingerboard is rounded near the nut, becoming increasingly flatter as it nears the upper register. Luminlay glow-in-the-dark side dots provide exceptional visibility even on the darkest stages while 'Ultra' rolled fingerboard edges and a silky, smooth 'Ultra' satin finish make the neck effortless to play.
STAINLESS STEEL FRETS
Premium stainless steel frets deliver unmatched tone, durability and performance. These frets require minimal maintenance, resist corrosion, and maintain their mirror-like polish – ensuring consistent playability and lasting quality for years to come.
PURE VINTAGE '61 STRAT® SINGLE-COILS AND HAYMAKER™ HUMBUCKER, ADVANCED ELECTRONICS AND S-1™ SWITCHING
Specially voiced to reproduce the authentic sound and performance of individual model years, Pure Vintage pickups are constructed exactly like the pickups from Fender's golden years. Materials include cloth-covered wire, fiber bobbins and alnico magnets. In conjunction with the expressive snarl of the Haymaker Humbucker for even more tonal variety. Our patented S-1™ switch splits the Haymaker™ humbucker for even more tonal variety, while the treble bleed circuit maintains your highs at any volume.
AMERICAN ULTRA SYNCHRONIZED TREMOLO, STAINLESS STEEL SADDLES, COLD ROLLED STEEL BLOCK, POP-IN ARM
Featuring stainless steel saddles and a chamfered cold-rolled steel block, the American Ultra synchronized tremolo system provides superior tuning stability and enhanced tonal response. The convenient pop-in arm ensures precise tremolo action with customizable tension, delivering professional-grade performance with exceptional sustain and optimal string-to-string balance.
