Fender American Professional Classic Stratocaster HSS – Faded Black
Unleash decades of Fender legacy with a built-for-now edge – the American Professional Classic Stratocaster HSS in Faded Black is a masterclass in tonal versatility and vintage-modern design.
Why This Is A Killer Guitar
This Strat blends the soulful character of yesteryear with performance upgrades for today’s player. Whether you're ripping power chords, dialing in shimmering cleans, or exploring ambient landscapes, this guitar’s got the dynamics to match.
Key Features & Highlights
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Alder Body: Classic Fender tonewood with strong resonance, balanced lows, and punchy mids.
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Coastline™ Pickups:
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Two ‘57-style single-coil Strat pickups deliver that warm, chiming Strat character.
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A Coastline™ humbucker in the bridge gives you thicker, fuller drive — perfect for heavier riffs or more aggressive lead lines.
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Greasebucket™ Tone Circuit: Roll off high end without muddying things — unlike standard tone knobs, this clever circuit keeps clarity even when you dial it back.
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Modern “C” Neck: Maple neck with a smooth satin-urethane finish, designed for comfort and fast playability.
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Maple Fingerboard: 9.5" radius gives a balanced feel — not too flat, not too curved — with 22 medium-jumbo frets that feel just right under your fingers.
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Vintage-Style Hardware:
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Faded Black Finish: Not just any black — this is a “worn-in, lived-in” look, with vintage patina that gives a real heirloom feel.
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Accessories: Comes with a deluxe gig bag, so it's ready for stage, studio, or rehearsal straight out of the box.
Tone & Playability
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With its HSS pickup configuration, the guitar is incredibly flexible: use the humbucker for crunchy rhythm or heavier lead, switch to the middle or neck coil for sparkling cleans, and even combine for hybrid tones.
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The Greasebucket system helps shape your tone without messing up the low end, so you're not trading clarity for warmth.
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The neck profile and fretboard radius make this Strat feel comfortable but not “mushy” — perfect for both intricate chord work and fast licks.
Ideal For
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Gigging (gig bag + reliable hardware)
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Studio players who need classic tone + modern versatility
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Guitarists who want a Strat with both vintage charm and a modern performance edge
Conclusion
If you’re chasing a Stratocaster that honours Fender’s golden-era sound but isn’t stuck in the past, this American Professional Classic HSS in Faded Black is your answer. It’s heirloom quality, stage-ready, and built to last — exactly the kind of reliable workhorse that serious musicians swear by.
