Fender American Ultra II Telecaster, Sinister Red Overview
The Fender American Ultra II Telecaster in Sinister Red is part of Fender’s most advanced series of guitars, designed for players who demand the best in terms of performance, tone, and craftsmanship. This model combines cutting-edge features with Fender’s timeless design to create a versatile and powerful instrument.
Key Features and Specifications:
Body and Neck:
Body Material: Select Alder
- The alder body is known for its balanced tonal properties, offering a rich, full sound with excellent resonance and sustain.
Body Contours: Sculpted
- The sculpted body contours provide enhanced comfort, especially during long playing sessions, and contribute to the guitar’s sleek, modern look.
Neck Material: Quartersawn Maple
- Quartersawn maple is chosen for its strength and stability, ensuring consistent performance and durability over time.
Neck Profile: Modern “D”
- The Modern “D” neck profile offers a comfortable and fast playing experience, suitable for a variety of playing styles.
Neck Finish: Ultra Satin
- The satin finish on the neck provides a smooth and fast playing surface, reducing friction for effortless movement along the fretboard.
Fingerboard Options: Ebony or Quartersawn Maple
- Ebony: Provides a smooth, fast playing surface with bright, articulate tones.
- Quartersawn Maple: Offers a classic feel with slightly warmer tones, perfect for vintage-inspired playing.
Fingerboard Radius: 10”-14” Compound
- The compound radius design allows for comfortable chording near the nut and easier bending higher up the neck, making it versatile and player-friendly.
Frets: Medium-Jumbo
- These frets are ideal for a variety of playing styles, offering a good balance of comfort and control, making it easier to play both chords and single-note lines.
Nut: Graph Tech® TUSQ®
- The nut is made from Graph Tech TUSQ, which enhances tuning stability and contributes to improved sustain.
Tapered Neck Heel:
- The tapered neck heel allows for easy access to the higher frets, making it more comfortable to play in the upper register.
Luminlay® Side Dots:
- These glow-in-the-dark side dots make it easy to navigate the fretboard in low-light conditions, perfect for stage performances.
Pickups and Electronics:
Pickups: Ultra II Noiseless™ Vintage Tele®
- These pickups deliver the classic Telecaster sound, with modern enhancements to ensure clear, noise-free tones. Whether you’re looking for crisp cleans or growling overdrive, these pickups can handle it all.
S-1™ Switch:
- The S-1 switch provides additional tonal versatility by engaging a series wiring option, allowing for even more sound possibilities from this guitar.
Hardware:
Bridge: 6-Saddle String-Through-Body with Chromed Brass Saddles
- This bridge design ensures precise intonation and enhanced sustain, while the brass saddles contribute to the classic Telecaster twang.
Tuners: Deluxe Locking Tuners
- The locking tuners provide excellent tuning stability and make string changes quick and easy.
Knobs: Knurled Aluminum
- The knurled aluminum knobs are durable and provide a secure grip for easy adjustments on the fly.
Pickguard: 1-Ply Anodized Aluminum
- The anodized aluminum pickguard not only adds a modern look but also offers durability and protection.
Finish and Aesthetics:
- Finish: Sinister Red
- The Sinister Red finish gives the guitar a striking, bold appearance, making it a standout on any stage.
Included Accessories:
- Case/Gig Bag: Deluxe Molded Case
- The included deluxe molded case provides excellent protection for your guitar, ensuring it remains safe during transport and storage.
