Authentic US-made Fender tone and feel, with new enhancements that inspire. Born in Corona, California, the Fender American Performer Stratocaster HSS in Black has an alder body, a maple fingerboard and a Double Tap humbucking bridge pickup and two Yosemite single-coil Strat pickups. It delivers the tone and feel you expect from an authentic Fender, with player-focused features that make it even more inspiring to play.
Why customers choose it
Who it is for
Players stepping up to a US-made Fender, gigging and church guitarists, and home-studio players who want a versatile, professional instrument.
What’s in the box
- American Performer Stratocaster HSS guitar
- Deluxe gig bag
Specifications
| Series | American Performer |
|---|---|
| Body | Alder, Gloss Urethane |
| Body shape | Stratocaster |
| Neck | Maple, Modern “C” shape |
| Neck finish | Satin Urethane |
| Fingerboard | Maple, 9.5″ (241 mm) radius |
| Frets | 22, Jumbo |
| Scale length | 25.5″ (64.77 cm) |
| Nut | Synthetic Bone, 1.685″ (42.8 mm) |
| Bridge pickup | Double Tap Humbucking |
| Middle pickup | Yosemite Single-Coil Stratocaster |
| Neck pickup | Yosemite Single-Coil Stratocaster |
| Pickup configuration | HSS |
| Special electronics | Push-Pull Pot On Tone 2 for Coil-Split |
| Controls | Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck & Middle Pickup), Tone 2. Greasebucket Tone Circuit (Bridge Pickup) |
| Switching | 5-Position Blade: Postion 1. Bridge Humbucking Pickup; Position 2. Middle Pickup and Bridge Humbucking Pickup; Position 3. Middle Pickup; Position 4. Neck and Middle Pickup; Position 5. Neck Pickup |
| Bridge | 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo |
| Tuners | Fender ClassicGear |
| Pickguard | 3-Ply Black |
| Position inlays | Black Dot |
| Hardware finish | Nickel/Chrome |
| Truss rod | Standard |
| Factory strings | Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042) |
| Colour | Black |
| Orientation | Right-Hand |
| Type | Electric guitar |
| Nut Width | 1.685 in (42.8 mm) |
| Gig Bag | Deluxe gig bag included |
Good to know
- A deluxe gig bag is included.
- Truss rod uses a 1/8″ American series adjustment.
- Factory strings: Fender USA 250L nickel plated steel, .009-.042.
FAQ
Where is it made?
In Corona, California, USA.
What is the Greasebucket tone circuit?
A Fender tone circuit that rolls off highs without adding bass.










































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