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Fender American Ultra II Meteora | Demo and Overview with Tim Stewart

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The Fender American Ultra II Meteora electric guitar is built for players who demand cutting-edge performance and striking design. Featuring a select alder body with sculpted contours, this Meteora blends iconic Fender style with modern playability. The quartersawn maple neck with a Modern D profile and Ultra Satin finish ensures smooth, fast playing, while the 10"-14" compound radius maple fingerboard delivers precision and comfort. With a powerful pair of Haymaker humbuckers and advanced electronics, the American Ultra II Meteora provides versatile tones that cover everything from pristine cleans to aggressive leads.

Haymaker Humbuckers for Power and Versatility

The American Ultra II Meteora is equipped with a pair of Haymaker humbuckers, delivering thick, punchy tones with excellent clarity. Whether you're looking for sparkling cleans or heavy crunch, these pickups provide all the tonal versatility you need. The S-1 switch splits the humbuckers, allowing you to access single-coil sounds for even more sonic variety. This guitar is perfect for players who need a wide range of tones without compromising on quality.

Precision Hardware for Maximum Stability and Performance

The 6-saddle string-through-body hardtail bridge with polished stainless steel block saddles ensures perfect intonation, sustain, and tuning stability. Deluxe locking tuners offer quick, reliable tuning, making it easy to stay in tune through long sessions. Whether you're performing live or recording in the studio, the American Ultra II Meteora is built to provide consistent, professional-grade performance.

Advanced Controls for Sculpting Your Tone

In addition to the standard master volume and tone controls, the American Ultra II Meteora features a bass cut knob, giving you even more control over your sound. This allows you to dial in tighter, more focused tones when needed, making the guitar perfect for a wide variety of musical styles. The intuitive 3-position toggle switch lets you seamlessly move between bridge, neck, or both pickups, giving you quick access to different tonal options.

Designed for Players Who Demand Versatility

Whether you're a professional guitarist, studio musician, or performer who requires ultimate versatility, the American Ultra II Meteora is designed to deliver. Its combination of powerful humbuckers, cutting-edge hardware, and advanced tonal controls makes it ideal for players who need to cover a wide range of styles. With its modern design and premium appointments, this guitar is ready to elevate your playing to new heights.

Fender American Ultra II Meteora Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar Avalanche
Fender American Ultra II Meteora Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar Avalanche
Fender American Ultra II Meteora Maple Fingerboard Electric Guitar Avalanche

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  • Select alder body with sculpted body contours for added comfort
  • Haymaker humbuckers for versatile, hum-free tones
  • 6-saddle string-through-body hardtail bridge with stainless steel block saddles
  • Quartersawn maple neck with 10"-14" compound radius maple fingerboard
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Body
  • Body shape: Meteora
  • Body wood: Select alder
  • Body finish: Gloss urethane
Neck
  • Neck wood: Quartersawn maple
  • Neck shape: Modern D
  • Neck finish: Ultra satin urethane
  • Scale length: 25.5" (64.77 cm)
  • Fingerboard: Quartersawn maple
  • Fingerboard radius: 10"-14" compound radius
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Fret size: Medium jumbo
  • Nut material: Graph Tech TUSQ
  • Nut width: 1.685" (42.8 mm)
  • Position inlays: Black pearloid dot - 7 mm
  • Side dots: Luminlay
  • Truss rod: Bi-Flex
Electronics
  • Pickup configuration: HH
  • Bridge pickup: Haymaker humbucker
  • Neck pickup: Haymaker humbucker
  • Controls: Master volume, tone, bass cut
  • Switching: 3-position toggle
Hardware
  • Bridge: 6-saddle string-through-body hardtail with polished stainless steel block saddles
  • Tuning machines: Deluxe cast/sealed locking (all short posts)
  • Pickguard: 1-ply silver anodized aluminum
  • Control knobs: Heavy knurled flat-top
  • Hardware finish: Nickel/chrome
Other
  • Strings: Fender USA 250LR nickel plated steel (.009-.046 gauges)
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Case: Deluxe molded
  • Country of origin: USA

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