Fender - American Ultra II Telecaster Ultraburst
Built for players boldly seeking the best, American Ultra II is our most advanced series of instruments. American Ultra II guitars and basses feature premium materials, precision craftsmanship and cutting-edge design for instruments that both advance the state-of-the-art and stand the test of time.
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The Nantel Verdict
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Modern C-shaped neck profile with rolled edges; Greasebucket tone circuit for enhanced tonal shaping without losing clarity; Ultra noiseless pickups preserve Tele character while minimizing hum; premium body wood selection; sealed tuning machines for tuning stability.
Significant investment requiring commitment from serious players. Standard strap locks and case recommended for protection. Greasebucket circuit benefits from understanding its interaction with amp gain staging. Pairs well with quality cables and maintenance kit.
The Ultra II represents Fender's pursuit of precision without abandoning the Telecaster's core identity. A meaningful upgrade for established players who've outgrown entry-level instruments and value reliability in demanding contexts.
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American Ultra II Telecaster®
Built for players boldly seeking the best, American Ultra II is our most advanced series of instruments. American Ultra II guitars and basses feature premium materials, precision craftsmanship and cutting-edge design for instruments that both advance the state-of-the-art and stand the test of time.
The Fender® American Ultra II Telecaster® features a select alder body with sculpted body contours. For effortless playability, the quartersawn maple neck features our Modern D profile and smooth Ultra Satin finish. Ebony or quartersawn maple 10”-14” compound radius fingerboards feature Ultra rolled edges, medium-jumbo frets, Luminlay® side dots and Graph Tech® TUSQ® nuts. The tapered neck heel and sculpted body contours allow unparalleled access to the higher register.
Under the hood, the Ultra II Noiseless™ Vintage Tele® pickups deliver sweet crystalline cleans, snappy twang and beefy growl, all without a hint of hum. Our patented S-1™ switch cleverly engages a series wiring option for even more tonal variety. Additional road-ready features include 6-saddle string-through-body bridge with chromed brass saddles, Deluxe locking tuners, knurled aluminum knobs and 1-ply anodized aluminum pickguard.
The American Ultra II Telecaster infuses iconic style with advanced appointments to take your playing to stratospheric new heights. For players who demand flawless tone, infinite versatility and limitless performance, American Ultra II delivers.
Features
- Select Alder Body with Ultra Contours and Sculpted Neck Heel
- Quartersawn Maple Modern “D” Profile Neck
- 10"-14" Compound Radius Ebony or Quartersawn Maple Fingerboard with Ultra Rolled Edges and Luminlay Side Dots
- Ultra II Noiseless™ Vintage Tele® Pickups, Advanced Electronics and S-1™ Switching
- 6-Saddle String-Through-Body Hardtail Bridge with Chromed Brass Saddles
- Short Post Locking Tuners
SELECT ALDER BODY WITH ULTRA CONTOURS AND SCULPTED NECK HEEL
A resonant alder body provides classic Fender tone, while the tapered neck heel allows unparalleled access to the upper registers of the fingerboard and “Ultra” sculpted rear body contours are as beautiful as they are functional.
QUARTERSAWN MAPLE MODERN “D” PROFILE NECK
Slim with wide shoulders, the “Modern D” neck profile works for any style of playing, while extra-strong quartersawn maple ensures unparalleled stability.
COMPOUND RADIUS EBONY OR QUARTERSAWN MAPLE FINGERBOARD, ULTRA ROLLED EDGES, LUMINLAY SIDE DOTS
Built for speed, comfort and facility, the 10”-14” compound-radius fingerboard is rounded near the nut, becoming increasingly flatter as it nears the upper register. Luminlay® glow-in the-dark side dots provide exceptional visibility even on the darkest stages while “Ultra” rolled fingerboard edges and a silky, smooth “Ultra” satin finish make the neck effortless to play.
ULTRA II NOISELESS™ VINTAGE TELE® PICKUPS, ADVANCED ELECTRONICS AND S-1™ SWITCHING
The Ultra II Noiseless™ Vintage pickups are responsive and expressive, delivering definitive Tele® twang for exceptional Fender tone without hum. Ultra II Noiseless™ pickups feature an evolved architecture of specialized stacked coils with the top coil wound around Alnico V rod magnets to produce true single-coil Fender tone, and the isolated bottom coil calibrated to preserve the tone and simply reject hum. Our patented S-1™ switch selects between series or parallel wiring for added tonal range, while the treble bleed circuit maintains your highs at any volume.
6-SADDLE STRING-THROUGH-BODY HARDTAIL BRIDGE WITH CHROMED BRASS SADDLES
This precision manufactured strings-through-body bridge features chromed brass block saddles for endless sustain, precise attack and rock-solid tuning stability.
SHORT POST LOCKING TUNERS
A high-performance feature, short post locking tuning machines provide a sharper and more consistent break angle over the nut for increased sustain and enhanced tuning stability while making string changes fast and easy.
General |
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| Product Name | American Ultra II Telecaster®, Maple Fingerboard, Ultraburst |
| Series | American Ultra II |
| Orientation | Right-Hand |
| Color | Ultraburst |
Body |
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| Body Material | Select Alder |
| Body Shape | Telecaster® |
| Body Finish | Gloss Urethane |
| Body Style | Solid Body |
Neck |
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| Neck Shape | Modern "D" |
| Neck Material | Quartersawn Maple |
| Neck Finish | Ultra Satin Urethane |
| Scale Length | 25.5" (648 mm) |
| Fingerboard Material | Quartersawn Maple |
| Fingerboard Radius | 10" to 14" Compound Radius (254 mm to 355.6 mm) |
| Position Inlays | Black Pearloid Dot - 7 mm |
| Side Dots | Luminlay® |
| String Nut | Graph Tech® TUSQ® |
| Nut Width | 1.685" (42.8 mm) |
| Fret Size | Medium Jumbo |
| Number of Frets | 22 |
| Headstock | Telecaster® |
| Truss Rod | Bi-Flex™ |
| Truss Rod Nut | 1/8" Hex (Allen) |
Electronics |
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| Bridge Pickup | Ultra II Noiseless™ Vintage Tele® |
| Neck Pickup | Ultra II Noiseless™ Vintage Tele® |
| Pickup Covers | Neck: Chrome; Bridge: Black |
| Switching | 3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup |
| Controls | Master Volume (S-1™ Switch), Master Tone |
| Special Electronics | S-1™ Switch Activates Series Wiring Option in Any Pickup Position (Bypasses Pickup Selector Switch) |
Hardware |
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| Bridge | 6-Saddle String-Through-Body Hardtail with Chromed Brass Saddles |
| Bridge Mounting | 3-Screw Modern |
| Hardware Finish | Nickel/Chrome |
| Pickguard | 1-Ply Gold Anodized Aluminum |
| Control Knobs | Heavy Knurled Flat-Top |
| Switch Tip | Barrel Style, Black |
| Neck Plate | 4-Bolt Asymmetrical |
| Strap Buttons | Locking |
| String Trees | Ultra String Guide |
Accessories |
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| Strings (Installed) | Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403 |
| Saddle Height Wrench | .050" Hex (Allen) Wrench |
| Truss Rod Wrench | 1/8" Hex (Allen) |
| Included Case/Gig Bag | Deluxe Molded Case (Included) |
Fender is one of the world's most iconic guitar manufacturers, with a heritage dating back to 1946. The company has shaped the sound of popular music across decades, from rock and blues to country and pop, earning a reputation for innovation, quality, and instruments that inspire creativity at every level.
The American Ultra II series represents Fender's commitment to advancing guitar design and performance. These instruments combine premium materials, meticulous craftsmanship, and modern engineering to create guitars built for discerning players who demand both tonal excellence and playability without compromise.

