The Fender American Performer Stratocaster in Honey Burst combines classic USA-made Stratocaster character with a selection of practical modern features aimed at working players.

Its alder body, Modern “C” maple neck and 9.5" radius rosewood fingerboard provide a familiar Fender feel, while three Yosemite single-coil pickups deliver clear, dynamic Strat tones. A push-pull control adds the neck pickup to the bridge or bridge/middle positions, providing two useful sounds beyond the conventional five-way selection.

This pre-owned example is presented in Very Good Condition, showing some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional. No case or gigbag is included.

At A Glance

Key Detail	Information
Brand	Fender
Series	American Performer
Model	Stratocaster
Finish	Honey Burst
Country of Manufacture	USA
Body	Alder
Fingerboard	Rosewood
Pickups	3 x Yosemite Single-Coil Stratocaster
Condition	Pre-Owned, Very Good Condition
Included	Guitar Only – No Case
Main Appeal	USA Strat with expanded switching and Yosemite pickups
Best For	Blues, rock, funk, indie, pop, country and studio work

Condition Overview

Very Good Condition

This Fender American Performer Stratocaster is presented in Very Good Condition.

Under the Fair Deal Music grading system, Very Good Condition means the guitar shows some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional and ready for regular playing.

What's Included?

✔ Fender American Performer Stratocaster Honey Burst

✘ No Case Included
✘ No Gigbag Included
✘ No Additional Accessories Included

Condition Notes

• Very Good overall condition
• Cosmetic signs of previous use
• Honey Burst finish
• Rosewood fingerboard
• No case or gigbag included

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

This pre-owned Fender Stratocaster has been checked for general operation and playability.

Assessment includes:

• Neck pickup operation
• Middle pickup operation
• Bridge pickup operation
• 5-way selector
• Push-pull neck-pickup switching
• Master volume
• Tone controls
• Greasebucket tone circuit
• Output jack
• Neck condition
• Rosewood fingerboard
• Frets
• ClassicGear tuning machines
• Tremolo bridge
• General hardware
• General playability

Service / Setup Work

All pre-owned guitars at Fair Deal Music are checked for general setup and playability before leaving the shop.

Key areas assessed include:

• Action
• Neck relief
• Fret condition
• Intonation
• Tuning stability
• Pickup operation
• Electronics
• Tremolo setup
• Hardware
• General playing feel

Minor setup movement can naturally occur during transport as wooden instruments respond to changes in temperature and humidity.

What Makes The Fender American Performer Stratocaster Special?

The American Performer Stratocaster keeps the fundamental SSS Strat formula intact while adding features that make it more flexible for modern players. The Yosemite pickups retain the clarity and dynamic response associated with a Strat, while the Greasebucket tone circuit and push-pull switching expand the available sounds without overcomplicating the controls.

The Honey Burst finish with rosewood fingerboard also gives this version a distinctive look within the American Performer range, while its USA construction, jumbo frets and satin-backed Modern “C” neck make it a particularly capable stage and studio instrument.

Key Features & Benefits

Yosemite Single-Coil Pickups

Three Fender Yosemite Stratocaster single coils are individually voiced for their positions.

They provide:

• Clear note definition
• Responsive clean tones
• Classic Strat sparkle
• Strong dynamic response
• Excellent compatibility with overdrive and effects

The middle pickup is reverse-wound/reverse-polarity, helping reduce hum in positions two and four.

Push-Pull Neck Pickup Switching

The second tone control includes a push-pull switch that activates the neck pickup in positions one and two.

This adds:

• Bridge + neck pickups
• All three pickups together

to the conventional five Stratocaster selections.

The bridge-and-neck combination is especially useful for players wanting a Telecaster-like dual-pickup flavour from a Strat.

Greasebucket Tone Circuit

The bridge tone control uses Fender's Greasebucket circuit, designed to reduce treble without creating the muddy low-frequency build-up that can occur with some traditional tone controls.

Modern “C” Neck

The maple neck uses Fender's familiar Modern “C” profile, giving it an approachable shape suitable for chords, rhythm playing and lead work.

9.5" Rosewood Fingerboard

The 9.5" radius rosewood fingerboard provides a practical middle ground between vintage Fender curvature and modern bending comfort.

22 Jumbo Frets

Jumbo fretwire makes bends and vibrato particularly easy by reducing the amount of finger contact with the fingerboard.

Vintage-Style Tremolo

The American Performer retains a 6-screw vintage-style synchronized tremolo, preserving familiar Stratocaster vibrato operation.

ClassicGear Tuners

Fender ClassicGear tuners combine vintage-style appearance with a modern 18:1 gear ratio for precise adjustment.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

American Performer vs American Professional II Stratocaster

The American Professional II sits higher in Fender's range and features V-Mod II pickups, narrow-tall frets and additional neck/body refinements. The American Performer offers a more straightforward USA Strat with jumbo frets, Yosemite pickups and its own expanded switching.

American Performer vs Fender Player Stratocaster

Both retain a traditional Strat layout, but the American Performer adds USA manufacture, Yosemite pickups, jumbo frets, push-pull switching and Greasebucket circuitry.

American Performer vs Vintage-Style Stratocaster

A vintage-inspired Strat normally uses smaller frets, simpler electronics and often a rounder fingerboard. The American Performer retains vintage-style bridge hardware while adopting a flatter radius, jumbo frets and expanded switching.

Who Is It For?

Blues players – The neck pickup provides expressive, dynamic Strat tones.

Rock guitarists – Yosemite pickups respond particularly well to overdrive and distortion.

Funk and soul players – Positions two and four provide the crisp, percussive response expected from a Strat.

Gigging musicians – Expanded switching and straightforward controls make it practical for covering several sounds from one guitar.

Studio guitarists – Seven useful pickup combinations provide additional flexibility when layering guitar parts.

Players wanting a USA Fender without excessive complexity – The American Performer delivers professional Fender construction with practical rather than elaborate upgrades.

Suitable Genres & Applications

Particularly well suited to:

• Blues
• Blues rock
• Classic rock
• Rock
• Funk
• Soul
• Indie
• Alternative
• Pop
• Country
• R&B
• Studio recording
• Live performance
• Clean rhythm guitar
• Lead guitar
• Pedal-based rigs

Why Choose A Stratocaster?

The Stratocaster remains one of the most versatile electric guitar designs because its three pickups cover a broad tonal range without complicated controls.

Neck, middle and bridge pickups each provide a distinct character, while positions two and four add the glassy combined sounds closely associated with Fender guitars.

The American Performer expands that formula further by allowing the neck pickup to be added to the bridge positions, making an already flexible guitar even more useful for players who regularly move between styles.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	Solid Body Electric Guitar
Brand	Fender
Series	American Performer
Model	Stratocaster
Finish	Honey Burst
Country of Manufacture	USA
Body Shape	Stratocaster
Body Material	Alder
Body Finish	Gloss Urethane
Neck Material	Maple
Neck Construction	4-Bolt
Neck Profile	Modern “C”
Neck Finish	Satin Urethane
Fingerboard Material	Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius	9.5" / 241mm
Scale Length	25.5" / 648mm
Number of Frets	22
Fret Size	Jumbo
Nut Material	Synthetic Bone
Nut Width	1.685" / 42.8mm
Position Inlays	White Dot
Pickup Configuration	SSS
Neck Pickup	Yosemite Single-Coil Stratocaster
Middle Pickup	Yosemite Single-Coil Stratocaster, RWRP
Bridge Pickup	Yosemite Single-Coil Stratocaster
Controls	Master Volume, Tone 1, Tone 2
Tone Circuit	Greasebucket
Switching	5-Way Blade
Additional Switching	Push-Pull Neck Pickup Activation
Bridge	6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo
Bridge Mounting	6-Screw
Tuning Machines	Fender ClassicGear
Pickguard	3-Ply Mint Green
Hardware Finish	Nickel / Chrome
Included	No Case or Gigbag
Condition	Pre-Owned, Very Good Condition

Expanded Switching

With the push-pull control in its normal position:

1. Bridge
2. Bridge + Middle
3. Middle
4. Middle + Neck
5. Neck

Pulling the Tone 2 control adds the neck pickup in positions one and two, giving access to:

• Bridge + Neck
• Bridge + Middle + Neck

This gives the American Performer a total of seven useful pickup combinations.

Power Requirements

No battery or external power supply is required.

The Yosemite pickups, Greasebucket circuit and push-pull switching are completely passive.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The Fender American Performer Stratocaster in Honey Burst is a particularly versatile USA Strat that retains the fundamental character of the original design while adding genuinely useful modern features.

Its Yosemite pickups, Modern “C” neck, rosewood fingerboard and jumbo frets make it extremely comfortable and responsive, while the push-pull system adds bridge-and-neck and all-three-pickup sounds without cluttering the guitar with additional switches.

Presented in Very Good Condition, this is an excellent working Fender for blues, rock, funk, indie, pop or general professional use.

No case or gigbag is included.

Why Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?

Buying pre-owned can provide access to premium USA-made instruments at strong value while allowing you to purchase the individual guitar shown.

Every pre-owned guitar at Fair Deal Music is individually assessed so its condition and included items are represented clearly.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

Fair Deal Music is Birmingham's largest independent music store, combining a major showroom with nationwide ecommerce and decades of experience buying, selling and part-exchanging new and pre-owned musical equipment.

When you buy from us, you benefit from:

• Family-run independent retailer established in 1987
• Birmingham's largest independent music store
• 6,000+ Trustpilot reviews
• Expert musician-led advice
• Extensive experience with Fender and pre-owned guitars
• Pre-owned instruments individually assessed
• Clear condition grading
• Competitive prices on leading music brands
• Secure ordering
• Fast UK delivery
• Large Birmingham showroom
• Friendly support before and after purchase

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Contact our team for a no-obligation valuation and find out what your current gear could be worth towards this Fender American Performer Stratocaster.

Frequently Asked Questions

What condition is this Fender American Performer Stratocaster in?

It is presented in Very Good Condition, meaning it shows some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional.

Is the American Performer Stratocaster made in the USA?

Yes. The American Performer range is manufactured in Corona, California, USA.

What finish is this guitar?

It is finished in Honey Burst.

What body wood does it use?

It has an alder body.

What fingerboard does the Honey Burst version use?

The Honey Burst American Performer Stratocaster uses a rosewood fingerboard.

What pickups does it have?

It uses three Fender Yosemite single-coil Stratocaster pickups.

What does the push-pull control do?

It activates the neck pickup in switch positions one and two, allowing bridge + neck and all three pickups together.

How many pickup combinations are available?

Seven combinations are available when the push-pull settings are included.

What does the Greasebucket circuit do?

It reduces treble without adding excessive bass or muddiness as the tone control is turned down.

What is the neck profile?

It uses Fender's Modern “C” profile.

What is the fingerboard radius?

It has a 9.5" radius.

How many frets does it have?

It has 22 jumbo frets.

What scale length does it use?

It uses Fender's standard 25.5" scale length.

What tremolo does it have?

It uses a 6-screw vintage-style synchronized tremolo.

What tuners are fitted?

It uses Fender ClassicGear tuning machines.

Does it require a battery?

No. The electronics are entirely passive.

Does it come with a case?

No. No case or gigbag is included.

Can I request a video demo?

Yes. Our Request a Video Demo service is ideal if you would like to see the Honey Burst finish and individual condition or hear the Yosemite pickups and expanded switching before purchasing.

Can I part-exchange another guitar against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers trade-ins and part exchanges across a wide range of guitars and other musical equipment.