Fender Made in Japan Limited Hybrid II Stratocaster Noir RW, Black

Full Description

Limited Run

Part of a very limited range, this Hybrid II Jazzmaster's unique satin black finish is sure to stand out. With a distinctive 3-ply black/red/black pickguard and special red metal logo you won't find another Jazzmaster quite like it. This sleek aesthetic will make it highly collectible for the years to come, so be sure to get yours while they're available!

Send out those Strat sounds…

Clarity. Sparkle. Delicate top-ends. It's all here, and it's clearer than ever. The custom voiced Hybrid IIs loaded into the Made in Japan Strat present you with a stunning set of articulated pickups. Everything you play is infused with bright, present harmonics that clearly show the nuance in each note. They're a great balance between lower output vintage coils and more modern, hotter pickups, as they allow you to dip in and out of a variety of genres.

Selectable through a five-way switch, there's plenty of textures and accents to access - From the rich, syrupy twang of the neck pickup to the bright, shimmering cut of the bridge. Using this you can seamlessly switch between piercing leads to choppy rhythm sections at the flick of a switch, and what's more, you can sculpt your sound further through the volume and tone controls.

Vintage meets modern

Past mixed with present, all in one guitar. Generating a cool vintage vibe, the Hybrid II Made In Japan Strat features some classic appointments in a nod to the Fender guitars of old. But as for playability, it's a got a full modern attitude. A contemporary "C" shaped neck affords you an easy, swift playing action up and down the scales.

Even better, it boasts a satin finish so it's super smooth for you speedsters out there. Matched with a premium rosewood fretboard that's in a string-bend friendly 9.5" radius and honed to a gloriously sleek finish, you'll be able to bring out your best skills on this guitar. And to finish off the retro vibe, the 22 frets are shaped in a classic narrow tall style, affording that nostalgic feel and precise action.

Performance improving hardware

Take your playing further. Hosting a set of refined hardware, the Hybrid II Strat will make every note sound just that bit better. Starting with the synthetic bone nut, every string will ring out cleanly with minimal fret buzz. Working in tandem with the vintage style bridge, you'll enjoy almost endless sustain as well as precise control over your intonation.

And over at the headstock, a set of vintage style locking tuners keep your pitch held in place, so you can hit the strings as hard as you like without tuning slips. And, of course, we've saved the best until last, the 2-point synchronised tremolo system lets you inject the shimmering whammy grace into your songs. Complete with an included gig bag, this rare take on the Stratocaster is ready to hit the stage immediately - so be sure you don't miss out!

Specifications

• Product Name: Fender Made in Japan Limited Hybrid II Stratocaster Noir RW, Black
• Product Code: 5311500306

Body

• Series: Made In Japan
• Style: Stratocaster
• Material: Alder
• Finish: Gloss

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck Finish: Satin Urethane Finish on Back, Gloss Urethane Finish on Front
• Neck Plate: 4-Bolt
• Neck Shape: Modern "C"
• Number of Frets: 22
• Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
• Nut Width: 1.650" (42 mm)
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)
• Fret Size: Narrow Tall
• Position Inlays: White Dot

Hardware

• Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
• Bridge: 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Vintage-Style Stamped Steel Saddles
• Pickguard: 3-Ply Black/Red/Black
• Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style Locking
• Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)
• Control Knobs: Black Plastic

Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: Hybrid II Custom Voiced Single Coil Stratocaster®
• Middle Pickup: Hybrid II Custom Voiced Single Coil Stratocaster®
• Neck Pickup: Hybrid II Custom Voiced Single Coil Stratocaster®
• Configuration: SSS
• Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck Pickup), Tone 2. (Bridge/Middle Pickup)
• Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup

Miscellaneous

• Accessories: Gig Bag