HSS firepower, modern playability, and old-school Fender soul converge in the American Ultra Luxe Vintage ’60s Stratocaster HSS. A lightweight alder body, carved with Ultra contours and a sculpted neck heel, gives this guitar effortless upper-fret access right from the start. Next, the satin-finished, quarter-sawn maple neck boasts a wide Modern D profile, a compound-radius fingerboard, and hard-wearing stainless steel frets that offer playability to rival even the most cutting-edge of contemporary 6-string creations. As for the tone, this Strat’s clear and crisp Pure Vintage ’61 Stratocaster pickups pair with a snarling Haymaker humbucker in the bridge position — you can also access traditional SSS tones by flipping the guitar’s coil-splitting S-1 switch. A high-octane hardware complement further ups the ante with a self-lubricating TUSQ nut, Deluxe locking tuning machines, and a 2-post American Ultra synchronized tremolo with polished stainless steel saddles and a cold-rolled steel block. Finally, it’s all wrapped in a semi-gloss Heirloom nitro lacquer finish that beams with captivating checking lines and alluring aging, maximizing your guitar's resonance and gracefully wearing in the more you play.
This Strat begins with the seriously high-performance foundation laid down by the Fender Ultra Luxe line, providing you with all the playability-enhancing benefits of a modern axe while retaining the vibe of a vintage treasure. From the alder body’s Ultra contours and tapered neck heel to the quarter-sawn maple neck’s Modern D profile, every element of this Strat is built to supply optimal comfort and facilitate lightning-fast playability — a fact further bolstered by the 10-inch to 14-inch compound radius, luxurious Ultra Rolled edges, and Luminlay side dots. Heavy-duty stainless steel medium-jumbo frets seal the deal, offering a lustrous, smooth feel when bending and an extreme resistance to fret wear.
The American Ultra Luxe Vintage ’60s Stratocaster HSS strikes a perfect balance between vintage authenticity and modern performance — a philosophy showcased clearly in its versatile HSS pickup configuration. A duo of Pure Vintage ’61 Stratocaster pickups inhabit this guitar’s neck and middle positions, the very same single-coils found in the time-tested American Vintage line of period-correct Fender creations. From their cloth-covered wire to their fiber bobbins, Pure Vintage pickups surgically replicate the composition of single-coils originally crafted in Fullerton, California, more than half a century ago. Head down to the bridge position to meet a spec certainly not found on any stock 1960s Strat: a hard-hitting Haymaker humbucker. This pickup’s dual-coil brawn and bite allow you to tackle far heavier tonal applications than the relatively low-wind single-coil you’ll get on a standard old-school Fender. Moreover, it ideally balances against and complements the chiming sound of its Pure Vintage compatriots. To seal the deal, S-1 switching splits the Haymaker to grant you fully traditional Strat sonics.
For guitarists who crave the charming patina of a well-aged axe, only traditional nitrocellulose lacquer will do. Fender used nitro lacquer as the standard finish throughout its mid-century golden age, and players still champion it today for the way it naturally cracks, checks, and ages with a look and feel that's undeniably appealing. The American Ultra Luxe Vintage lineup kick-starts this process with an Heirloom lacquer coat: a nitro lacquer finish with a semi-gloss shine and a lightly aged exterior. Moreover, scores of Music Experience’s vintage Fender followers believe that a thin nitro finish both enhances an instrument aesthetically and also allows the guitar’s body to better resonate and sustain. Finally, because of nitro's natural unpredictability, every American Ultra Luxe Vintage guitar sports a truly unique arrangement of checking, wear, and crazing that will only continue to gracefully develop the more you play.
Fender has explored the “vintage-meets-modern” formula many times over the years, but it’s never felt more fully realized than in the American Ultra Luxe Vintage series. In essence, this lineup merges key playability-enhancing features of the Ultra Luxe range — medium-jumbo stainless steel frets, contemporary contours, compound-radius fingerboards, superior switching, and beyond — with period-accurate Pure Vintage pickups and retro Fender aesthetics. Wrapped up in unabashedly retro Heirloom nitro lacquer finishes with light aging, American Ultra Luxe Vintage instruments shatter the vintage/modern dichotomy by combining the most compelling elements of Fender’s past and present into a single high-performance package.
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™ 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.
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 Lacquer finish reproduces the subtle patina and distinctive look of a treasured vintage instrument.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| Body Type | Solidbody |
|---|---|
| Body Shape | Vintage '60s Stratocaster |
| Left-/Right-handed | Right-handed |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Body Material | Alder |
| Body Finish | Heirloom™ Lacquer Finish |
| Color | Fiesta Red |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Neck Shape | Modern D |
| Radius | 10"-14" compound |
| Fingerboard Material | Rosewood |
| Fingerboard Inlay | Clay Dots (Luminlay Side Dots) |
| Number of Frets | 22, Medium Jumbo Stainless Steel |
| Scale Length | 25.5" |
| Nut Width | 1.650" |
| Nut Material | Synthetic Bone |
| Bridge/Tailpiece | 2-Point Deluxe Synchronized Tremolo with Pop-In Arm |
| Tuners | Deluxe Staggered Cast/Sealed |
| Neck Pickup | Fender Pure Vintage '61 Single-Coil Strat® |
| Middle Pickup | Fender Pure Vintage '61 Single-Coil Strat® |
| Bridge Pickup | Fender Haymaker™ Humbucker |
| Controls | 1 x master volume, 2 x tone |
| Switching | 5-way Blade Pickup Switch, S-1™ Switch on Volume Coil-Splits Humbucker |
| Strings | Fender USA 250L, .009-.042 |
| Case Included | Hardshell Case |
| Manufacturer Part Number |
0118230840 885978226580 |
