Standard Stratocaster® HSS Black

Classic Strat Feel with Humbucker Power

The Fender Standard Stratocaster HSS in Black gives players the perfect blend of versatility, punch, and classic Fender tone. A powerful humbucker in the bridge adds thick, aggressive output, while the neck and middle single-coils provide the iconic sparkle and clarity Stratocasters are known for. Wrapped in a sleek black finish, this Strat is ready to cover any genre with style and performance.

🔑 Key Features:

• HSS pickup configuration – Ceramic humbucker in the bridge for full, dynamic leads and crunchy rhythm tones; standard single-coils in the middle and neck for traditional Strat brightness.
• Modern “C” maple neck with satin finish – Comfortable, fast-playing profile ideal for all skill levels.
• 9.5” radius Indian laurel fretboard – Smooth rolled edges and 21 medium-jumbo frets for ease of play and expressive bends.
• 2-point synchronized tremolo – Delivers smooth pitch effects while helping maintain tuning stability.
• Poplar body with gloss polyester finish – Lightweight and resonant, finished in classic black for a timeless look.

🎸 Why It Stands Out:
With its HSS pickup layout and streamlined playability, this Strat is a go-to for players who want tonal flexibility without breaking the bank. The bridge humbucker brings in extra gain and growl for rock or heavier genres, while the traditional single-coils handle clean and edge-of-breakup tones with ease. From classic to contemporary, this Strat can do it all.

🧩 Ideal For:

• Players who want Strat feel with more output in the bridge
• Intermediate guitarists upgrading to a reliable, full-featured instrument
• Versatile performers who need one guitar to handle many genres
• Anyone who appreciates the look of an all-black, no-frills Strat

📦 Specifications:

• Body: Poplar, gloss polyester finish (Black)
• Neck: Maple, Modern “C” shape, satin urethane finish
• Fingerboard: Indian Laurel, 9.5" radius, 21 medium-jumbo frets
• Pickups: Ceramic humbucker (bridge), standard single-coils (middle and neck)
• Controls: Master volume, tone 1 (neck/mid), tone 2 (bridge), 5-way selector
• Bridge: 2-point synchronized tremolo with bent steel saddles
• Tuners: Standard die-cast
• Nut: Synthetic bone
• Case: Gig bag optional

🏪 Now Available at Vera Guitars – Charlotte’s Trusted Fender Dealer
Come try it in-store or order online with confidence. Vera Guitars is a NAMM Top 100 Dealer and Charlotte’s only shop with a Plek Machine—your guitar ships fully inspected and professionally set up.