{"product_id":"fender-limited-american-professional-ii-stratocaster-surf-green","title":"Fender Limited Edition American Professional II Stratocaster, Surf Green Electric Guitar","description":"\u003ch2\u003eQuick Product Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFender Limited Edition American Professional II Stratocaster in Surf Green\u003c\/strong\u003e takes Fender's professional-level American Stratocaster platform and gives it a distinctive limited-edition treatment, combining a classic Surf Green finish with a \u003cstrong\u003ematching painted headstock, rosewood fingerboard and mint green pickguard\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in the USA, it pairs a traditional alder body with Fender's comfortable \u003cstrong\u003eDeep “C” maple neck\u003c\/strong\u003e, rolled fingerboard edges, 22 narrow-tall frets and a sculpted neck heel for easier access higher up the fingerboard. Three \u003cstrong\u003eV-Mod II Stratocaster single-coil pickups\u003c\/strong\u003e provide the clarity and versatility expected from an SSS Strat, while clever push-push switching adds the neck pickup to selected positions for sounds unavailable from a conventional five-way Stratocaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a treble-bleed volume circuit, upgraded two-point tremolo with cold-rolled steel block and an included \u003cstrong\u003eFender Deluxe Molded Case\u003c\/strong\u003e, and this limited edition is a strong choice for working players who want professional Strat versatility with a finish that stands apart from the standard American Professional II range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8D4S2PjHBCk?si=AvFLvi1WQT51ySDp\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt A Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFender\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited Edition American Professional II Stratocaster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0173900757\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmerican Professional II\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurf Green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaple, Deep “C”\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePickups\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 x V-Mod II Strat Single-Coils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatching Surf Green headstock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Switching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePush-Push neck pickup add\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFender Deluxe Molded Case\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional USA Strat specification with limited-edition styling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGigging, recording, blues, rock, indie, pop, funk and professional stage use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFender Limited Edition American Professional II Stratocaster in Surf Green\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFender Deluxe Molded Case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePop-in tremolo arm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFair Deal Quality Control Assessment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery new electric guitar sold through Fair Deal Music is carefully checked before leaving us, with attention given to its electronics, controls, hardware and general playing condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the American Professional II Stratocaster, this includes checking all five standard pickup positions, the additional push-push switching, Volume and Tone controls, tuning machines and two-point tremolo system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any guitar, setup can shift slightly during delivery as the instrument responds naturally to changes in \u003cstrong\u003etemperature and humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you need advice on action, neck relief, tremolo adjustment, intonation or string gauge after delivery, our experienced team is happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose The Fender Limited Edition American Professional II Stratocaster?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLimited Edition Surf Green With Matching Headstock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe headline feature is immediately obvious: \u003cstrong\u003eSurf Green extends from the alder body onto the face of the headstock\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a very different look from a standard American Professional II Stratocaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombined with the rosewood fingerboard, aged white plastics and mint green pickguard, it has a strong vintage-colour influence while retaining a thoroughly modern professional specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eV-Mod II Stratocaster Pickups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree \u003cstrong\u003eV-Mod II single-coil Stratocaster pickups\u003c\/strong\u003e are individually voiced for their positions, giving the neck, middle and bridge pickups complementary responses rather than simply using three identical units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result retains the familiar clarity, sparkle and dynamic character of a traditional Strat while being designed around the needs of contemporary working players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePush-Push Neck Pickup Switching\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePress the second Tone control and the neck pickup can be added to pickup-selector positions where it would not normally be available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gives the guitar additional combinations beyond the conventional Strat five-way layout, including the particularly useful \u003cstrong\u003ebridge-and-neck pickup combination\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou retain the simplicity of a traditional Stratocaster while gaining extra tonal flexibility when required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeep “C” Neck With Rolled Edges\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDeep “C” maple neck\u003c\/strong\u003e has more substance than a particularly slim modern profile while remaining comfortable for a wide range of playing styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth rolled fingerboard edges give the rosewood board a more naturally broken-in sensation, while the sculpted heel improves access when working around the highest frets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTreble-Bleed Volume Circuit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Master Volume includes a \u003cstrong\u003etreble-bleed circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping the guitar retain clarity as the volume is reduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is particularly useful for players who control amplifier gain from the guitar itself, allowing you to clean up an overdriven sound without losing excessive high-frequency definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUpgraded Two-Point Tremolo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFender's two-point synchronized tremolo uses \u003cstrong\u003ebent steel saddles, a pop-in arm and a cold-rolled steel block\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt provides smooth pitch control for everything from subtle chord shimmer to expressive vibrato while retaining the familiar layout and individual adjustment expected from a modern Strat bridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited Edition American Professional II Stratocaster\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurf Green gloss urethane finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatching Surf Green headstock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlder body\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaple Deep “C” neck\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRosewood fingerboard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth rolled fingerboard edges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSculpted neck heel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9.5\" fingerboard radius\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e22 narrow-tall frets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBone nut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e25.5\" scale length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree V-Mod II Stratocaster single-coil pickups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive-way blade pickup selector\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePush-push neck pickup add switching\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster Volume with treble-bleed circuit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo Tone controls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo-point synchronized tremolo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBent steel saddles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCold-rolled steel tremolo block\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePop-in tremolo arm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFender staggered cast\/sealed tuning machines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMint green three-ply pickguard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged white controls and pickup covers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNickel\/chrome hardware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFender Deluxe Molded Case included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComparison Against Popular Alternatives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLimited Edition American Professional II vs Standard American Professional II Stratocaster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underlying professional specification is closely related, with both offering a Deep “C” neck, V-Mod II single-coils, rolled fingerboard edges, push-push neck-pickup switching and the upgraded two-point tremolo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason to choose this \u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition Surf Green version\u003c\/strong\u003e is its appearance and relative exclusivity. The matching headstock, rosewood board and Surf Green treatment create a more distinctive instrument than the regular production finishes without sacrificing the familiar American Professional II playing platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Professional II vs Player II Modified Stratocaster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePlayer II Modified Stratocaster\u003c\/strong\u003e offers impressive modern features including Noiseless pickups, locking tuners, TUSQ nut and expanded switching at a considerably lower price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Professional II moves into Fender's USA-made range and takes a different approach with its V-Mod II pickups, Deep “C” neck, narrow-tall frets and premium American construction. Choose the Player II Modified when maximum features per pound are the priority; choose the American Professional II when the complete USA-made professional Fender experience matters more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Professional II vs American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed around period-correct Fender specifications including a 7.25\" radius, round-laminated rosewood fingerboard, vintage-style hardware, nitrocellulose lacquer and Pure Vintage '65 pickups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Professional II is much more contemporary. Its 9.5\" radius, rolled edges, 22 narrow-tall frets, sculpted heel and modern two-point tremolo make it better suited to players who want classic Strat sounds without committing to vintage geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Professional II vs American Ultra II Stratocaster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Ultra II Stratocaster\u003c\/strong\u003e moves further towards high-performance modern design, with a compound-radius fingerboard, more heavily sculpted contours, Noiseless electronics and other advanced appointments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the Ultra II when maximum modern playability and noise reduction are priorities. The American Professional II is better suited to players who want professional refinements while retaining a more traditional Stratocaster feel and conventional single-coil response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is The Fender Limited Edition American Professional II Stratocaster For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guitar is aimed at players who want a serious working Stratocaster rather than either a budget model or a strict vintage recreation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is particularly well suited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional and semi-professional guitarists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular gigging musicians\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudio and session players\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced Stratocaster players\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitarists upgrading from Player or Player II instruments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlues players\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRock and alternative guitarists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndie musicians\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePop, funk and soul players\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePedalboard users\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers who use their guitar Volume control dynamically\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitarists wanting more than the standard five Strat pickup combinations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFender collectors attracted to limited-edition colours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers specifically looking for a Surf Green Strat with matching headstock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for advice on choosing between an \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Professional II, American Vintage II, American Ultra II or Player II Stratocaster?\u003c\/strong\u003e Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Genres And Playing Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Professional II Stratocaster is deliberately difficult to pigeonhole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts neck pickup provides the rounded clarity needed for \u003cstrong\u003eblues, expressive lead work and warm clean tones\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the bridge pickup gives you the additional attack required for rock, indie and more aggressive rhythm parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePositions two and four retain the characteristic combined Strat textures that work especially well for \u003cstrong\u003efunk, pop, soul, R\u0026amp;B and clean rhythm guitar\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe additional neck-pickup switching expands that palette further. Bridge and neck together can provide a broader, less obviously traditional Strat sound, while the flexibility of the Volume control and treble-bleed circuit makes the guitar particularly responsive when moving between clean and driven amplifier sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does The Push-Push Switch Do On An American Professional II Stratocaster?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA conventional Stratocaster five-way selector gives you bridge, bridge\/middle, middle, middle\/neck and neck pickup settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Professional II adds a \u003cstrong\u003epush-push function to the second Tone control that activates the neck pickup in additional selector positions\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most useful results is the ability to combine the \u003cstrong\u003eneck and bridge pickups together\u003c\/strong\u003e, a pairing that a standard five-way Stratocaster cannot normally produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt expands the instrument without covering the pickguard in additional switches, so the guitar still feels immediately familiar to anyone who already plays a Strat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Recommended Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Professional II Stratocaster uses conventional passive guitar electronics and integrates easily into almost any professional or home guitar setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt pairs particularly well with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFender valve amplifiers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean and edge-of-breakup combos\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDigital modelling amplifiers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitar profilers and modellers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverdrive and boost pedals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuzz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompression\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChorus and modulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelay and reverb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull pedalboard systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio interfaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional recording equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe V-Mod II pickups and treble-bleed circuit make it particularly useful for guitarists who build their sound around an amplifier and pedalboard but still make frequent tonal adjustments directly from the guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStory \u0026amp; Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFender introduced the \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Professional II Series in October 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e as the second generation of its American Professional family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than radically reinventing the Stratocaster, Fender concentrated on the details working guitarists interact with constantly: the neck profile, fingerboard edges, heel access, pickup voicing, tremolo response and onboard switching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting American Professional II Stratocaster combines a recognisable Fender foundation with features such as the \u003cstrong\u003eDeep “C” neck, rolled edges, V-Mod II pickups, sculpted heel and cold-rolled steel tremolo block\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis limited-edition Surf Green version keeps that professional platform intact while giving it a much more individual visual identity. The matching headstock is especially significant because it changes the appearance of the guitar without turning the model into a fundamentally different instrument. 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.009–.042\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFender Deluxe Molded Case\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fender Limited Edition American Professional II Stratocaster uses \u003cstrong\u003epassive single-coil electronics and does not require a battery or external power supply\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the guitar to your amplifier, pedalboard, modeller or audio interface using a standard \u003cstrong\u003e¼-inch instrument cable\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFair Deal Music Verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e★★★★★ 5\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFender Limited Edition American Professional II Stratocaster in Surf Green\u003c\/strong\u003e combines one of Fender's strongest modern professional platforms with a finish that makes the guitar feel considerably more special than a regular production model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe matching headstock is the obvious visual attraction, but the real strength remains underneath: V-Mod II pickups, a superb Deep “C” neck, rolled rosewood fingerboard edges, expanded pickup switching and an excellent two-point tremolo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Experienced guitarists, gigging professionals, serious home and studio players and Fender enthusiasts wanting something less commonplace than a standard American Professional II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers usually upgrade from:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fender Player, Player II and Player II Modified Stratocasters, Squier Classic Vibe models and other mid-range S-style guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost commonly paired with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quality valve or modelling amplifiers, overdrive, boost, compression, delay, reverb and professional pedalboards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spend time with the push-push neck-pickup function. The bridge-and-neck combination gives you a genuinely useful additional sound rather than simply being a novelty feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShowroom feedback:\u003c\/strong\u003e The American Professional II succeeds because its modern improvements are easy to appreciate without fundamentally changing how a Stratocaster feels. This limited Surf Green version adds the visual individuality many players want while keeping that proven professional specification intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom our Birmingham showroom, our knowledgeable musician-led team helps guitarists choose instruments based on what will genuinely suit their playing, sound and budget. Whether you're moving up to your first American-made Fender, comparing professional Stratocaster ranges or searching for a distinctive limited edition, we're here to help you make the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you shop with Fair Deal Music, you can buy with confidence thanks to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert advice from knowledgeable musicians\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully checked new, used, pre-owned and ex-display equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompetitive prices on leading music brands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecure UK-wide delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriendly support before and after your purchase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA trusted independent UK music retailer with decades of experience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large Birmingham showroom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtensive experience with new, used and premium Fender guitars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTrade In. Trade Up. Save More.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThinking about upgrading? Your next piece of gear could cost less than you think.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're always happy to consider part exchanges and trade-ins on a wide range of musical instruments and equipment. Whether you're looking to upgrade your guitar, keyboard, amplifier, drum kit or studio gear, your existing equipment could help reduce the cost of your next purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply get in touch with our team for a no-obligation valuation, and we'll be happy to discuss the options available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an easy way to unlock the value of the gear you no longer use while making your next instrument even more affordable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this American Professional II Stratocaster a Limited Edition?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis version combines the American Professional II Stratocaster platform with a \u003cstrong\u003eSurf Green finish and matching Surf Green headstock\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it a distinctive appearance outside the normal core colour combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the fingerboard rosewood?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This limited-edition model uses a \u003cstrong\u003e9.5-inch radius rosewood fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e with rolled edges and 22 narrow-tall frets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between V-Mod II pickups and Noiseless pickups?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eV-Mod II pickups are conventional single-coil Strat pickups designed with position-specific voicing. They retain traditional single-coil characteristics, including the possibility of some mains hum. Noiseless pickups use a different design intended specifically to reduce that hum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the treble-bleed circuit do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt helps preserve high-frequency clarity when the Master Volume is turned down. This is particularly useful when controlling overdrive or amplifier response directly from the guitar's Volume knob.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the neck and bridge pickups be used together?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The push-push switching allows the neck pickup to be added to positions where it is normally unavailable, including the bridge position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Deep “C” neck particularly chunky?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has more substance than a very slim modern profile, but it is designed as an adaptable professional neck rather than an oversized vintage reproduction. Rolled fingerboard edges further improve comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this guitar suitable for professional gigging?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The American Professional II range was specifically developed around the requirements of working players, with features including a sculpted neck heel, upgraded tremolo, rolled edges and practical expanded switching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this differ from an American Vintage II Stratocaster?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Vintage II recreates specific historical Fender designs with vintage-radius fingerboards, period hardware and vintage-style finishes. The American Professional II retains classic Strat character but uses considerably more contemporary neck, fret and tremolo specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I choose this or an American Ultra II Stratocaster?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the American Professional II if you want traditional single-coil pickups and modern refinement without moving too far away from classic Strat feel. 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