Product Detail
The American Performer Stratocaster, born in Corona, California, offers the outstanding tone and feel of an authentic Fender, with new features that make it a joy to play. It comes with Yosemite™ single - coil pickups, which are crafted for rich and expressive tones. The flat - staggered pole pieces boost output, and the shellac coating controls feedback while letting the coil breathe, producing dynamic sounds suitable for any music genre. The Greasebucket™ tone circuitry and push - pull tone control add the neck pickup in any switch position, unlocking fresh and useful tones. The “Modern C” - shaped neck has a 9.5” - radius rosewood fingerboard, comfortable for all playing styles, and 22 jumbo frets for easy and accurate bending. Specifications: Series - American Performer; Country Of Origin - US; Color - Honey Burst; Body - Alder with Gloss finish; Neck Material - Maple with Satin Urethane finish; Neck Shape - Modern 'C'; Scale Length - 25.5' (648 mm); Fingerboard - Rosewood; 22 Frets; Synthetic Bone String Nut; Nut Width - 1.685' (42.8 mm); White Dots Position Inlays; Standard Truss Rods; 1/8' Hex (Allen) Truss Rod Wrench; Yosemite™ Single - Coil Stratocaster Pickups; Controls include Master Volume, Tone 1 (Neck & Middle Pickup), Tone 2 Greasebucket™ Tone Circuit (Bridge Pickup); 5 - Position Blade Pickup Switching; SSS Pickup Configuration; 6 - Saddle Vintage - Style Synchronized Tremolo Bridge; Nickel/Chrome Hardware Finish; Fender ClassicGear™ Tuning Machines; 3 - Ply Mint Green Pickguard; Aged White Control Knobs; Fender® USA 250L, NPS (.009 - .042 Gauges) Strings; Dimensions - 4.75x15.25x42.50 IN; Weight - 11.50 LB. Additional Information: PLU - 0114910342
Using your Fender American Performer Stratocaster is easy. First, plug it into an amplifier using a standard instrument cable. Adjust the master volume to set the overall sound level. You can use the tone controls to shape the sound. The Tone 1 is for the neck and middle pickups, while Tone 2 with the Greasebucket™ circuit is for the bridge pickup. Use the 5 - position blade switch to select different pickup combinations and find the tone you like. When playing, the 22 jumbo frets make it easy to bend strings accurately. For different musical styles, the Yosemite™ pickups can produce a wide range of sounds. As for maintenance, keep your guitar in a dry place to prevent the wood from warping. Clean the strings regularly with a soft cloth to maintain good tone. You can also use a guitar polish on the body and neck to keep them looking good. Check the tuning machines periodically to make sure they are working properly. If you need to adjust the truss rod, use the 1/8' hex (Allen) wrench carefully, and make small adjustments at a time. Be gentle with the push - pull tone control and the 5 - position blade switch to avoid damage. And don't forget to use the deluxe gig bag when transporting your guitar to protect it from bumps and scratches.
