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Built for players boldly seeking the best, American Ultra II is our most advanced series of instruments. American Ultra II guitars and basses feature premium materials, precision craftsmanship and cutting-edge design for instruments that both advance the state-of-the-art and stand the test of time. The Fender® American Ultra II Jazz Bass® V features a select alder body with sculpted body contours. For effortless playability, the quartersawn maple neck features our Modern D profile and smooth Ultra Satin finish. Ebony or quartersawn maple 10”-14” compound radius fingerboards feature Ultra rolled edges, medium-jumbo frets, Luminlay® side dots and Graph Tech® TUSQ® nuts. The tapered neck heel and sculpted body contours allow unparalleled access to the higher register, while the truss rod access at the headstock provides convenient and easy setup and adjustment.

Outfitted with a set of specially designed Ultra II Noiseless™ Vintage Jazz Bass pickups, this bass delivers a massive tonal range, from vintage warmth to modern snap, all without a hint of hum. The redesigned preamp features unprecedented control to unlock endless tonal possibilities. Key features include S-1™ switching for active/passive operation, passive tone control and 3-band active EQ with switchable midrange frequency. Additional road-ready features including an adjustable HiMass™ top-load or string-through-body bridge, Fender light-weight tuners with tapered shafts, knurled aluminum knobs and 1-ply anodized aluminum pickguard.

The American Ultra II Jazz Bass V infuses iconic style with advanced appointments to take your playing to stratospheric new heights. For players who demand flawless tone, infinite versatility and limitless performance, American Ultra II delivers.

• Select Alder Body with Ultra Contours and Sculpted Neck Heel
• Graphite Reinforced Quartersawn Maple Modern “D” Profile Neck with Posiflex™ Support Rods
• 10"-14" Compound Radius Ebony or Quartersawn Maple Fingerboard with Ultra Rolled Edges and Luminlay Side Dots
• Ultra II Noiseless™ Vintage Jazz Bass® Pickups
• Ultra II Active Bass Preamp With S-1™ Switching
• 5-Saddle Adjustable HiMass™ Bridge (String-Through-Body or Top-Load) and Deluxe Fluted-Shaft Tuners

Flea's funk- and jazz-influenced basslines helped propel the Red Hot Chili Peppers to the top of the rock and alternative charts while redefining the role of bass in the modern era. Flea's unique playing style brought a welcome breath of fresh air to the musical landscape of the past four decades, inspiring countless bassists to add a funky touch to their sound while exploring new techniques and harmonic possibilities. To celebrate his enduring influence, we've recreated his prized Shell Pink '61 Jazz Bass that he received from a fan and used to record the Peppers' Stadium Arcadium and The Getaway, as well as with the supergroup, Atoms For Peace.

• Offset alder body; Road Worn Faded Shell Pink nitrocellulose lacquer finish
• Maple neck with "C"-shaped profile and 1.5" nut width; Road Worn nitrocellulose lacquer finish on back of the neck
• 7.25"-radius rosewood fingerboard with 20 vintage-style frets
• Dual Pure Vintage '64 Jazz Bass single-coil pickups
• Special 4-bolt neck plate with engraved artwork by Flea

Known as a true renaissance man of the modern music scene, Justin Meldal-Johnsen's bass credits include Beck, Nine Inch Nails and more. His production credits include Jimmy Eat World, Paramore and M83, among others. JMJ is a shining example of today's breed of multi-genre musician/producers, ever pushing boundaries and inspiring others. From studio to stage, Justin's treasured '66 Mustang Bass is his tool of choice. We teamed up with him to create a signature 4-string modeled after his vintage Daphne Blue instrument - the Justin Meldal-Johnsen Road Worn Mustang Bass. Powered by a custom-spec split-coil pickup, the JMJ Road Worn Mustang bass is perfect for laying down punchy basslines with plenty of Fender mojo. The 30" scale gives it a tight, focused tone while the modern 9.5"-radius fingerboard with rolled edges offers a familiar feel that will make any bassist feel right at home.Designed for comfort and speed, this bass also has stage-ready style. From the nicks and picks scratches on the body to the worn-in feel of the neck to the aged hardware, this bass shows the marks of an instrument that has earned its stripes out on the road. Check out the unique tone and amazing feel of the Justin Meldal-Johnsen Road Worn Mustang Bass.

• Road Worn Daphne Blue lacquer finish
• 30"-scale maple neck; 9.5"-radius rosewood fingerboard
• Custom-spec split-coil Mustang pickup
• Vintage-style hardware; aged pearl pickguard
• Hipshot® "Lollipop" tuners

Gear up and get ready to take your performance to the next level with Player II Modified. Featuring key upgrades for the modern guitarist and bassist, these versatile instruments are designed to handle anything you can throw at them. The Player II Modified Active Jazz Bass® V is a classic bass with the modern player in mind. Everything about the neck is designed for fast and fluid playability, from the Modern “C”-profile with silky satin urethane finish on the back to the comfy 9.5”-radius slab rosewood or 1-piece maple fingerboard with smooth rolled edges and 20 medium jumbo frets. The alder body provides classic Fender punch and is available in a variety of exciting new finishes. The Player II noiseless™ pickups deliver classic Jazz Bass® growl while eliminating unwanted noise while the all-new active preamp with passive tone control and EQ section gives players the perfect tool to dial in their favorite tones. The 5-saddle HiMass™ bridge, tapered-shaft tuners and TUSQ® nut all combine to keep tuning incredibly stable for even the most demanding performances.

Upgrade your arsenal today with the Player II Modified Active Jazz Bass® V.

• Modern "C" Neck Profile with 9.5“-Radius Fingerboard and Rolled Edges
• New Noiseless™ Jazz Bass® Pickups
• New Active Preamp with Passive Tone Control and 3-Band EQ
• 5-Saddle HiMass™ Bridge
• Lightweight Tapered-Shaft Tuning Machines
• TUSQ® Nut

Return to the dark intensity and huge guitar sounds of the grunge rock movement with the Kurt Cobain Jaguar, a new-looking version of the battered and highly unusual 1965 Jaguar that Cobain wielded during the heady early-'90s era when Nirvana ruled rock and led a musically stunning and culturally subversive movement. It authentically evokes the modified left-handed Jaguar that Cobain found secondhand and came to prize shortly after the recording of massive 1991 album Nevermind, complete with DiMarzio® humbucking pickups, special switching, exclusive in-case extras and more. Available in right- and left-handed versions.

• Classic Jaguar dual-circuit "lead/rhythm" design
• DiMarzio® DP103 PAF® 36th Anniversary (neck) pickup and DP100 Super Distortion® (bridge) humbucking pickups
• Modified lower switch plate with three-way toggle pickup switch
• Three knurled "chrome-dome" control knobs (volume, volume, tone)
• Black chrome Adjusto-Matic™ bridge and floating tremolo tailpiece with lock button
• Right- and left-handed models
• Black textured vinyl hard-shell case contains exclusive Fender Kurt Cobain book

Gear up and get ready to take your performance to the next level with Player II Modified. Featuring key upgrades for the modern guitarist and bassist, these versatile instruments are designed to handle anything you can throw at them. The Player II Modified Telecaster® is a classic guitar with the modern player in mind. Everything about the neck is designed for fast and fluid playability, from the Modern “C”-profile with silky satin urethane finish on the back to the comfy 9.5”-radius slab rosewood or 1-piece maple fingerboard with smooth rolled edges and 22 medium jumbo frets. The alder body provides classic Fender punch and is available in a variety of exciting new finishes. The Player II noiseless™ pickups deliver classic Tele® twang and bite while eliminating unwanted noise and the push/pull switch on the tone control provides even more tonal flexibility by changing the pickup wiring from parallel to series for fatter tones. The 6-saddle bridge, short post locking tuners, TUSQ® nut and modern string tree all combine to keep tuning incredibly stable for even the most demanding bends or roaring rock leads.

• Modern "C" Neck Profile with 9.5“-Radius Fingerboard and Rolled Edges
• New Player II Noiseless™ Tele® Pickups
• Upgraded Electronics
• Modern Tele® Bridge with 6 Block Brass Saddles
• Short Post Locking Tuning Machines
• TUSQ® Nut and Modern String Tree

For players who demand the ultimate in performance and tone, American Ultra is our most advanced series of guitars and basses. Featuring stainless-steel frets and eye-catching custom colors with matching painted headcaps, the American Ultra Luxe Telecaster is Ultra - elevated. This model features a unique Augmented "D" neck profile with Ultra rolled fingerboard edges for hours of playing comfort, and the tapered neck heel allows easy access to the highest register. A speedy 10"-14" compound-radius fingerboard with 22 stainless steel medium-jumbo frets means effortless and accurate soloing, while the Ultra Noiseless™ Vintage pickups and advanced wiring options provide endless tonal possibilities - without hum. Sculpted rear body contours are as beautiful as they are functional, increasing accessibility and comfort. Other features include sealed locking tuning machines, chrome hardware and TUSQ™ nut. This versatile, state-of-the-art instrument will inspire you to push your playing to new heights.

• 22 stainless steel medium-jumbo frets
• Two Ultra Noiseless Vintage Telecaster single-coil pickups
• Augmented "D"-shaped neck with Ultra satin finish
• 10"-14" compound-radius fingerboard
• Includes premium molded hardshell case

The Fender® Stratocaster® was light years ahead of its contemporaries when it was introduced in 1954, instantly becoming a timeless classic with its ergonomically contoured double-cutaway body, versatile triple pickup configuration and inventive spring-loaded tremolo bridge.

Built to accompany players on their formative musical adventures, the Fender Standard Stratocaster delivers the approachable playability and inspiring tone that made Fender an icon of rock & roll. Powered by a set of Fender Standard pickups for high-output sonic character and an inviting “Modern C”-shaped neck for superior playing comfort, this Strat® truly sets the standard for the Fender experience.

• Poplar body with gloss finish
• Fender Standard ceramic single-coil Stratocaster pickups
• 2-point synchronized tremolo bridge with satin chrome saddles
• “Modern C”-shaped maple neck with satin finish
• 9.5"-radius fingerboard

A direct descendent of the Esquire® - the earliest Fender® solid-body electric guitar design, the Telecaster® was launched in 1951 with a dual pickup layout for unprecedented amplified performance, quickly becoming a must-have for generations of music makers.

Built to accompany players on their formative musical adventures, the Fender Standard Telecaster delivers the approachable playability and inspiring tone that made Fender an icon of rock & roll. Powered by a set of Fender Standard pickups for high-output sonic character and an inviting “Modern C”-shaped neck for superior playing comfort, this Tele® truly sets the standard for the Fender experience.

• Poplar body with gloss finish
• Fender Standard ceramic single-coil Telecaster pickups
• String-through-body Tele bridge with satin chrome saddles
• “Modern C”-shaped maple neck with satin finish
• 9.5"-radius fingerboard

The Mike McCready Stratocaster® captures the unmistakable sound and timeless spirit of one of rock's most enduring and influential bands. Designed in collaboration with the Pearl Jam guitarist, the Mike McCready Stratocaster® is the ultimate Strat® for any guitarist seeking to channel the potent power and electrifying intensity of this grunge guitar icon. The Mike McCready Stratocaster® features a hand-crafted, heavily Road Worn® lacquer finish over an alder body, recreating the battle scars Mike's own Strat has earned over three decades of grueling, sold-out tours and legendary performances. The comfy 9.5" radius slab rosewood fingerboard on a slim "C" maple neck are shaped to match McCready's treasured 1960 Strat, while the custom Mike McCready Stratocaster pickups are voiced to replicate Mike's vintage single-coils for the same timeless tone, passion and energy that define his signature sound. The vintage-style synchronized tremolo, bent-steel saddles and cold-rolled steel block ensure the purest Fender tone and performance.

With its well-worn finish and bold tones, the Mike McCready Stratocaster® resonates with the soulful essence of the iconic Strat that has powered Pearl Jam's chart-topping hits and transcendent live performances across countless studios and stages.

• Alder Body
• Road Worn® Lacquer Finish
• 9.5" Radius Slab Rosewood Fingerboard
• Slim "C" Neck
• Custom Mike McCready Vintage-Style Strat® Pickups
• Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo with Stainless Steel Block and Bent Steel Saddles