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When Fender rolled out the American Ultra Series Stratocaster in 2019 after more than two years of development, it was obvious that it was designed for players who want Fender's most advanced, highest-performance, American-made Strat ever. How could it be even more awesome? We teamed up with Fender to add a Guitar Center-exclusive Denim Burst finish over a AA flame maple top and painted headstock with the Fender logo in silver, plus a striped ebony fingerboard. Combine that with the fifth-generation Noiseless pickups, advanced electronics, tapered heel and body contours, and an upgraded neck shape in maple with rolled edges. It all adds up to a Stratocaster that plays as comfortably as your favorite old pair of dungarees. But don’t let these modern updates fool you—the vibe of the American Ultra Denim Burst Strat is still classic Fender.

Fender American Ultra Denim Burst Strat Main Features

  • 3 vintage single-coil Noiseless pickups
  • Master volume with S-1 switch and individual tone controls, 5-way switch
  • Rolled compound-radius ebony fingerboard
  • Modern D-shaped tapered maple neck

Ultra Noiseless pickups

Fender first went noiseless back in 1998; the American Ultra Denim Burst Stratocaster features the 5th generation of these pickups, with decades of refinement behind them. It's classic, single-coil sound with zero noise and hum.

Advanced electronics

An S-1 switch is nested into the volume knob, adding the neck pickup to any switch position. A treble bleed circuit maintains the highs even when you dial down the volume.

Rolled edges

The 10" to 14" compound-radius neck makes for easy chording on the lower frets, with a flatter profile for faster fretting and more accurate bends on the upper registers. The special striped ebony fingerboard has rolled edges for added comfort.

New neck contour

The Fender American Ultra Denim Burst Strat neck has a modern-D profile. It’s flatter than a standard-D, with a faster back and a little more “meat” on the shoulders. Fender created an all-new process to apply a thin coat of satin urethane, giving the neck a completely smooth, raw wood feel. Your hands won’t stick here.
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster Ebony Fingerboard Limited-Edition Electric Guitar Denim
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster Ebony Fingerboard Limited-Edition Electric Guitar Denim
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster Ebony Fingerboard Limited-Edition Electric Guitar Denim

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  • 3 vintage single-coil noiseless pickups
  • Modern D-shaped tapered maple neck
  • Rolled compound-radius ebony fingerboard
  • Alder or ash Stratocaster body
  • Master volume and individual tone controls with 5-way switching
  • Tremolo/vibrato bridge
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Body
  • Body shape: Double Cutaway
  • Body type: Solid body
  • Body material: Solid wood
  • Body wood: Alder or ash
  • Body finish: Gloss
Neck
  • Neck shape: D
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 25.5"
Fingerboard
  • Material: Ebony 
  • Radius: Compound
  • Fret size: Medium jumbo
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut material: Bone
Electronics
  • Configuration: SSS 
  • Neck: Proprietary Single Coil
  • Middle: Proprietary Single Coil
  • Bridge: Proprietary Single Coil
  • Control layout: Master volume, Individual tone, Individual tone
  • Pickup switch: 5-Way
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Tremolo/Vibrato
  • Tuning machines: Locking
  • Color: Chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Case: Hardshell Case
  • Orientation: Right-handed
  • Country of Origin: United States

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4.89

9 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

8514030201
Awesome Strat!!
Almost return it
Incredible guitar! My perfect Stratocaster!
Filters
Best Uses
  1. Jamming8
  2. Practicing8
  3. Recording8
  4. Small Venues5
  5. Rock Concerts4
Cons
  1. Craftsmanship1
  2. Side dots are hard to see, when needed1
  3. Vibrato bar set screw accessiblity1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced8
  2. Novice1
Pros
  1. Good Feel9
  2. Good Tone9
  3. Solid Electronics9
  4. Fun To Play8
  5. Good Pick Up8

Reviewed by 9 customers

  • Denim Strat American Ultra No-Load & S-1 Knobs (Beautiful)

    5

    submitted4 months ago

    byEdwin

    fromFayetteville NC

    This is a stunningly beautiful instrument. The ebony fretboard and neck let you glide up and down the fredboard and neck. This guitar costs about 25% more than the normal Ultra Strat's but it worth every penny with a No-Load Tone knob and the S-1 coupled with the 5 position switch giving you 7 configurations of noiseless pickup selections, where you can pick all or one or two pickups in any combination.. The bottom Tone Knob is a No-Load so when you turn past 9, you hit detent where the knob will seem to catch; once you go past this detent, you taking the tone out of the circuit bypassing it - you get more natural sound from the pick ups. The attention to detail and the sound of this guitar is top notch. This is the kind of Guitar that deserves to played, or it should be displayed at Hard Rock Cafe in a glass picture box!

  • My favorite guitar!

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byCarlos

    fromreno, NV

    Love this guitar! Everything is awesome!

  • Awesome Strat!!

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byJason

    fromDallas, TX

    This is an amazing guitar that plays and sounds as good as it looks. The compound radius fretboard is great. The S1 switch adds a lot of versatility. I can get any tone I want out of this guitar. Truly a fantastic guitar!

  • Needed a 2nd Ultra for my original '91. I want 2 of these!

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byJeff

    fromRaleighwood

    Plays great, looks great, setup nearly perfectly. The side dots are tough, if you need an anchor. That's my main nit. It's nowhere near as gainy as the old Ultras with Lace Sensors. The S1 is handy for splitting the bridge. Much easier than the old toggle. Super comfy modern neck.

  • Best strat ever. Period.

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byLyle

    fromLongmeadow, ma

    Made a deposit on this at the Manchester ct store. Jose the manager there is the best. Blue denim. Ebony finger board. locking tuners. Great pickups. Stainless steel frets! Plays like a dream. Limited edition too. What more could you ask for?

  • Almost return it

    4

    submitted3 years ago

    byThomas

    fromLynnwood, Wa

    When the order came in, could not believe how rough the neck feel with all the frets sticking out. Almost return it in disgust for the amount of money spent. Took Joe, repair tech at Lynnwood Guitar Center 3 hours to file them down to where a guitar this caliber should feel. Other than that all other reviews are very accurate. Bought this because it's exclusive and probably holds the value better.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted7 months ago

    asked byRob

    fromAvon Ma.

    Are the frets stainless steel

    Are the frets stainless steel

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, they aren't.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byGlenn

    fromMarissa, Illinois

    Does this have Stainless Steel Frets?

    Does this have Stainless Steel Frets?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    I’m very sorry, the manufacturer has not made that information available.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byBlues

    fromPort Jervis,ny

    How much does this guitar weigh?

    How much does this guitar weigh?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    All guitars vary depending on the density of the wood. Manufacturers usually only spec size and type of wood. Guitars are generally between 6 and 12 lbs. They can be more. The only way to know the weight of an individual instrument is to weigh it. This will be approximately 7.5 – 9.0 lbs

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byCurious

    fromDenver, colorado

    Does this guitar require professional set up after purchase?

    Does this guitar require professional set up after purchase?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    It will be set up.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byCurious

    fromDenver, colorado

    Is the guitar professionally set up when I buy it, or do I have to get that done after purchase?

    Is the guitar professionally set up when I buy it, or do I have to get that done after purchase?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    It will be set up.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byMatt

    fromPortland, OR

    After less than two months of ownership, I started to notice some cracks in the finish near the neck pocket area. I went into my local Guitar Center and the model they had on display had the same issue. Is this common with this particular model? Are other owners of this guitar noticing the same problem?

    After less than two months of ownership, I started to notice some cracks in the finish near the neck pocket area. I went into my local Guitar Center and the model they had on display had the same issue. Is this common with this particular model? Are other owners of this guitar noticing the same problem?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    We haven't heard any issues such as this outside of something happening during transit.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byChad

    fromRowlett, TX

    Does the guitar come with stainless steel frets?

    Does the guitar come with stainless steel frets?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Yes it does.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byMarek

    fromBrooklyn NY 11222

    is this guitar comes with Hardshell Case?

    is this guitar comes with Hardshell Case?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar does come with a hard shell case included.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byBb

    fromundisclosed

    How many of each guitar are being produced?

    How many of each guitar are being produced?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    I’m sorry, we don’t have that information available