Fender 70th Anniversary Ultra Stratocaster HSS Electric Guitar Amethyst

The Fender 70th Anniversary American Ultra Stratocaster HSS celebrates seven decades of a legendary guitar that forever altered the course of rock music. This Strat represents the evolution of the instrument throughout its lifetime, pairing iconic aesthetics with contemporary appointments that meet the demands of todays boundary-pushing players. For guitarists seeking an updated take on a timeless classic, the 70th Anniversary American Ultra Stratocaster HSS delivers iconic Fender style with modern enhancements.

Stunning Iridescent Finish

The first thing you'll notice about the 70th Anniversary American Ultra Stratocaster is its eye-catching iridescent Amethyst finish. As you move the guitar, the finish shifts color across the meticulously contoured alder body. The smooth finish and sleek contours are a beautiful homage to the Stratocaster's ageless shape, which has remained largely unchanged for 70 years. Whether you're playing at home, in the studio or on stageor simply admiring the guitar from afarthe stunning finish is an alluring element of this masterpiece.

Modern D Neck Profile for Extreme Comfort

The 70th Anniversary American Ultra's modern D-shape neck profile is ideal for marathon practice sessions and long gigs. Its refined carve fits perfectly in your hand, and a 10""C14" radius is fast and reliable no matter which position you're playing in. Rolled fretboard edges also maximize playing comfort by eliminating sharp fret endscombined with a natural satin finish on the back of the roasted maple neck, you'll enjoy smooth, effortless playing without fatigue. The Fender Modern D profile offers a fresh take on the traditional C-shape Strat neck, updated for players who prefer ergonomic efficiency.

Noiseless Pickups and Flexible Switching

The 70th Anniversary American Ultra Stratocaster is equipped with two single-coil Ultra Noiseless Strat pickups and an Ultra Quadra Tap humbucker, providing exceptional clarity and a wide range of tones. The Ultra Noiseless pickups deliver all the bell-like chime you expect from a Strat, without the hum or hiss. The Quadra Tap humbucker offers exceptional articulation and enough grit to cover heavier sonic territory with ease. A standard 5-way pickup blade provides familiar Stratocaster sound options, while special S-1 switching on the volume knob coil splits the humbucker. On the first tone control, you can also activate the S-1 feature to engage "hot" voicing for further variety. From glassy cleans to growling rhythms and leads, the 70th Anniversary American Ultra Stratocaster electronics will inspire you to reach new creative heights.

Rock-Solid Tuning Stability

The Fender 70th Anniversary American Ultra Stratocaster features an Ultra 2-point tremolo bridge for rock-solid tuning, even with heavy use of the tremolo arm. The bridge's stiff steel saddles and base plate provide tremendous sustain and resonance. Combined with Fender's exclusive sealed locking tuners, you can dive and flutter without going out of tune. The tremolo delivers classic Strat expression that has defined countless iconic guitar parts. From subtle shimmers to radical pitch bends, the Ultra tremolo system will bring out your wild side.

With its dazzling finish, modern playability and timeless style, the Fender 70th Anniversary American Ultra Stratocaster HSS celebrates the instrument becoming a septuagenarian in 2024. Whether you're a traditionalist or someone who pushes the envelope, this versatile guitar caters to all players' needs, from rock, blues and funk, all the way to progressive, metal and beyond.