Fender American Professional Classic Stratocaster with Rosewood Fingerboard in Faded Black

The Fender American Professional Classic Stratocaster is a USA-made electric guitar that combines classic Fender aesthetics and tone with modern playability enhancements. This instrument features the iconic Stratocaster body shape crafted from alder, paired with a maple neck and rosewood fingerboard - a wood combination renowned for producing balanced, resonant tones with excellent sustain. The guitar comes in a distinctive Faded Black finish with a gloss urethane body coating and satin urethane neck finish for comfortable playing. The guitar is equipped with three Fender Coastline '57 Stratocaster single-coil pickups, which are based on vintage 1950s designs but feature increased output for better compatibility with modern amplifier setups. These pickups utilise Alnico V magnets, Formvar-coated magnet wire, and cloth wiring to deliver authentic glassy, bell-like tones. The electronics include a master volume control, two tone controls (with the bridge pickup featuring Fender's Greasebucket tone circuit that reduces highs without adding muddiness), and a 5-position blade selector switch for versatile pickup combinations. The modern C-shaped neck profile offers an ergonomic playing experience with a 9.5-inch radius fingerboard and 22 medium jumbo frets for comfortable navigation across the fretboard. Hardware includes a vintage-style 6-saddle synchronized tremolo bridge, Fender ClassicGear staggered tuning machines in nickel/chrome finish, and a tortoiseshell pickguard. This Stratocaster is well-suited for players seeking classic Fender tones with modern playability, offering versatility for various musical styles from clean rhythm work to driven lead playing. The instrument comes complete with a deluxe gig bag for protection during transport.