Fender American Professional Classic Stratocaster Electric Guitar, Faded Black, RW

The Fender American Professional Classic Stratocaster® delivers the perfect balance of vintage charm and modern performance, designed for players who demand exceptional tone, feel, and versatility. Featuring Coastline™ ’57 Stratocaster® pickups, a Modern “C” neck profile, and signature Fender® craftsmanship, this guitar embodies all the soul of a golden-era Fender® — refined for today’s musicians.

Main Features

• Alder Body – classic Fender tonewood known for warmth, clarity, and balance
• Coastline™ ’57 Stratocaster® Pickups – vintage-inspired tone with added punch and sparkle
• Modern “C”-Shaped Neck – ergonomic, comfortable design for effortless playability
• 9.5” Fingerboard Radius with Medium Jumbo Frets – allows fast fretting and smooth bends
• Vintage-Style Hardware and Staggered ClassicGear™ Tuners – blend of timeless design and modern tuning precision
• Greasebucket™ Tone System – retains clarity while taming treble frequencies
• Included Fender Gigbag – protection and portability for your instrument

Under its timeless design, the American Professional Classic Stratocaster® combines authentic Fender tone with modern playability. The Alder body produces the signature Fender resonance, punch, and clarity that have shaped countless recordings. The Modern “C” neck and 9.5" radius fingerboard ensure smooth, comfortable playability, while Staggered ClassicGear™ tuners and vintage-style hardware offer precision and stability with an unmistakable retro look.

Available in a range of custom-faded vintage and signature finishes, this Stratocaster® looks as inspiring as it sounds — a professional-grade instrument built for the stage, studio, or anywhere creativity strikes.

Alder Body

The Alder body provides the balanced, resonant tone that has defined Fender guitars for generations. With rich mids, a full low-end, and crisp highs, this tonewood delivers the dynamic response that Stratocasters® are known for — ideal for virtually any style of music.

Faded Classic and Signature Fender® Finishes

Choose from a range of custom-faded vintage and signature finishes, each inspired by Fender’s most iconic colours. These finishes recreate the naturally aged patina of vintage guitars, giving the instrument an authentic, well-loved aesthetic straight out of the case.

Coastline™ ’57 Stratocaster® Pickups

The Coastline™ ’57 Stratocaster® pickups, based on Fender’s Pure Vintage designs, are slightly overwound for extra warmth, clarity, and chime. This results in a dynamic, expressive sound that captures the spirit of the original ‘50s Strats® while offering enhanced tonal depth for modern players.

Modern “C”-Shaped Neck with 9.5" Radius and Medium Jumbo Frets

The Modern “C” neck profile provides a smooth, comfortable playing experience, perfectly suited for both rhythm and lead styles. The 9.5" radius fingerboard with medium jumbo frets makes bending notes and fast playing effortless, providing a contemporary feel while maintaining vintage sensibilities.

Vintage-Style Hardware and Staggered ClassicGear™ Tuners

The six-point tremolo system ensures accurate intonation, full adjustability, and smooth vibrato control. Staggered ClassicGear™ tuners combine the unmistakable look of classic Fender® hardware with modern tuning precision — ensuring your guitar stays in tune through every performance.

Greasebucket™ Tone System

Fender’s Greasebucket™ Tone System lets you roll off treble without adding unwanted bass frequencies, maintaining clear, articulate tone even at lower settings. This innovative circuit gives players precise control over their sound while preserving dynamic range and character.

Included Gigbag

Every American Professional Classic Stratocaster® comes with a high-quality Fender gigbag, offering reliable protection and easy transport for rehearsals, gigs, and studio sessions.

Specifications

General

Series: American Professional Classic Orientation: Right-Hand Colour: Faded Black Country Of Origin: US

Neck

Neck Material: Maple Neck Finish: Satin Urethane Neck Shape: Modern “C” Neck Construction: 4-Bolt 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 Fret Size: Medium Jumbo Scale Length: 25.5" (64.77 cm)

Body

Body: Alder Body Finish: Gloss Urethane Body Shape: Stratocaster® Body Style: Solid Body Body Material: Alder

Hardware

Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo Bridge Mounting: 6-Screw Vintage-Style Pickguard: 4-Ply Tortoiseshell Pickup Covers: Aged White Control Knobs: Aged White Plastic Switch Tip: Aged White Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome Tuning Machines: Fender® Classicgear™ Staggered 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: Coastline® ‘57 Single-Coil Stratocaster® Middle Pickup: Coastline® '57 Single-Coil Stratocaster® Rwrp Neck Pickup: Coastline® '57 Single-Coil Stratocaster® Pickup Configuration: SSS Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck & Middle Pickup), Tone 2. Greasebucket™ Tone Circuit (Bridge Pickup) Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup