Born in Corona, California, the American Performer Stratocaster HSS delivers the exceptional tone and feel you expect from an authentic Fender—with new enhancements, like the Double Tap humbucking pickup, that make it even more inspiring to play.
FEATURES
- Alder body
- Two Yosemite single-coil Stratocaster pickups; Double Tap humbucking bridge pickup
- Push/Pull Pot for Coil Split on Bridge Pickup
- “Modern C”-shaped neck with 9.5”-radius fingerboard; 22 jumbo frets
- ClassicGear tuning machines; silver ‘70s logo
American Performer Stratocaster HSS, Rosewood Fingerboard, 3-Color Sunburst
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. HARDWARE Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo Pickguard: 3-Ply Mint Green Pickup Covers: Aged White Control Knobs: Aged White Plastic Switch Tip: Aged White Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome Tuning Machines: Fender ClassicGear String Trees: Dual-Wing Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403 Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Strap Buttons: Vintage-Style ELECTRONICS Bridge Pickup: Double Tap Humbucking Middle Pickup: Yosemite Single-Coil Stratocaster Neck Pickup: Yosemite Single-Coil Stratocaster Pickup Configuration: HSS Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck & Middle Pickup), Tone 2. Greasebucket Tone Circuit (Bridge Pickup) Switching: 5-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 Special Electronics: Push-Pull Pot On Tone 2 for Coil-Split MEASUREMENTS Dimensions: 5.20x15.20x42.30 IN Shipping Weight: 14.40 LB Fret Size: Jumbo Scale Length: 25.5" (64.77 cm) Shipping Length: 42.30 IN Shipping Height: 5.20 IN Shipping Width: 15.20 IN NECK Neck Material: Maple Neck Finish: Satin Urethane Neck Shape: Modern "C" Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm) Fingerboard Material: Rosewood Position Inlays: White Dot Number of Frets: 22 Truss Rod: Standard Truss Rod Nut: 1/8" American Series String Nut: Synthetic Bone Nut Width: 1.685" (42.8 mm) Nut Material: Synthetic Bone BODY Body: Alder Body Finish: Gloss Urethane Body Shape: Stratocaster Body Material: Alder