The American Professional II Stratocaster® draws on over sixty years of innovation, inspiration, and evolution to meet the demands of today's player. Our popular "Deep C" neck now features rounded fingerboard edges, a satin finish " Super-Natural" and a newly sculpted neck heel for an extremely comfortable feel and easy access to the upper register. The new V-Mod II Stratocaster single-coil pickups are more articulate than ever while retaining bell-like warmth and tone. An upgraded 2-point tremolo with a cold-rolled steel block increases high-end sustain, clarity, and brightness. The American Pro II Stratocaster has the classic sound and feel but with extensive enhancements that add to the usual to set a new standard for professional instruments." CHARACTERISTICS Three V-Mod II single-coil Stratocaster pickups Improved 2-point tremolo with cold-rolled steel block Deep "C"-shaped neck profile with rounded fingerboard edges Bone nut; 22 tall, narrow frets for easy bending Treble Bleed circuit maintains treble when reducing volume Includes Elite Molded hard case