Fender American Standard Stratocaster HSS Electric Guitar, with Rosewood Fingerboard and Case

Tap into the humbucking power of an HSS Strat. 100% made in the USA, this release of the American Standard includes high-end Fender Custom Shop pickups.

Overall User Ratings (based on 8 ratings)
  • Overall:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Sound:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Features:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Ease of Use:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Quality:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Value:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Manufacturer Support:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • The Wow Factor:
    5 out of 5 stars
Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Submitted October 30, 2014 by Robert L in Peoria, AZ

"Could not be more happier"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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I ordered the Mystic Blue w/ Rosewood Fingerboard on 10/13/14. I even called up and spoke with customer service to make sure I got it, as it stated it was the last one in stock for that color. Customer service informed me that it was the last one. They also said they were not getting anymore mystic blue from Fender. (so far that part must be true because you can not order mystic blue w/ rosewood fingerboard anymore.) I don't know why, but that made me happy knowing I was getting the last of an item lol. Also, I forget the customer service reps name but they were very polite and professional.
Sound
As far as sound goes I never owned a Fender guitar before. All of my other guitars are Gibson. I have a 2014 Gibson SGJ with the '61 Style Zebra Humbucker and they are not even close as far as sound goes. The other is a 2001 Gibson Les Paul. The reviews i read on the Fat '50s single coil pickups were nice, as were the reviews on the Diamondback Humbucker. So I rolled the dice and I could not be happier. The tone possibilities I have with the HSS setup are incredible. I can have warm tones all the way to heavier rock.
Features
I also never used a Tremolo system before. In fact, I did not even realize it came with one until I opened up the case. To me, that was a huge plus.
Ease of Use
The neck feels and plays very nice.
Quality
The quality is exceptional. It stays in tune, even when using the tremolo. There is not one rough edge on the guitar.
Value
This guitar is well worth the price I paid for it. In fact even worth a little more imo. (check the Wow Factor.)
Manufacturer Support
I called fender to help with registering the guitar because their website was having issues for me. The customer service rep was very professional and helped me finish registering the guitar. So I was impressed with that as well.
The Wow Factor
I thought this was a 2012 model in mystic blue. However the serial number on the back starts out as US14xxxxxx. I asked fender about my serial number and they said my guitar was made in March 2014. I also asked about the 60th anniversary Neck Plate on the guitar and they said it is correct. So for me, the real WOW Factor came in knowing that this guitar has that special neck plate on it.

Musical Background:

Been playing for 10+ years Guitar and Bass

Musical Style:

Rock, Punk, Country, Blues
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Submitted October 4, 2012 by Charles H in Vista, CA

"HSS Strat"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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My guitar came in perfect condition and all I had to do is give it a light tuning. Intonation was great. I couldn't ask for a better guitar. It has the awesome fender clean sound and the humbucker is perfect for hard rock and with a little distortion metal. I had an Ibanez RG series and this blows it away. I gave it to my neighbor.

Musical Background:

at home novice, played for about three years off and on

Musical Style:

Rock, metal, country
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Submitted March 2, 2013 by Billy C in JACKSON, MI

"WOW"

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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I have been playing for about 2 yrs,I have 7 guitars,All fenders,And i play them all,the fender team did a outstanding job,with this one,What a cry baby,Its light,the tones on this one has handle all my line 6 P.O.D s sounds ,that"s a plus,just in its self, and i have three of those,The guitar came in prefect condition, A light tuning ,and wow,It can handle anything i send it,From rock.to blues,and death metal ,And thank you zZsounds. for pay as you play option ,You guys are great,I will buy all my guitars from you,And i have, Bottom line,if i could only have one,this one would have to be it.,Thank you FENDER,AND THE GUYS FROM zZSOUNDS

Musical Background:

2 yrs,jam at home,Play,write, record,

Musical Style:

rock,blues,heavy metal,
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Submitted January 26, 2014 by michael b in new lenox, IL

"Great Strat at a Low Price"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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I have always wanted a Fender American Strat and I finally took the plunge. I bought this one "blemished" for a great deal...the only thing is, I can't find the blemish! Wow, it sounds fantastic and looks great. It feels awesome and it plays fast. 5 options and the toggle switch, 2 tone dials, easy to access volume dial, a strap, tremolo bar and hard shell case included! I highly recommend this guitar form this site. Zzounds was awesome and it even arrived during a blizzard on a holiday week! They even followed up 2-3 weeks after purchase. Great service with tons of product options, priced right! I will definitely buy more gear from them.

Musical Background:

I am a hobbyist of moderate ability

Musical Style:

rock, classic rock, alternative rock, funk
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Submitted March 27, 2014 by Tim H in kingsport, TN

"awesome!"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Zzounds is a very professional company with a staff of pro's, who know Their Stuff! The Fender American stratocaster I purchased from Zzounds is very much as advertised, A perfect axe! My hats off to these guys, no more local music stores for me wtg zzounds!!

Musical Background:

35 years playing. acoustic, electric guitar, pedal steel guitar

Musical Style:

Country, rock variety
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Submitted July 10, 2013 by Daniel Loos in Waynesville, NC

"One bad ass guitar"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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I've owned a lot of USA fenders and so far they have never let me down they look beautiful and play great but this is my first hss strat and man do I love the humbucker.

Musical Background:

Been playing guitar for 13 years.

Musical Style:

Blues and country
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Submitted March 30, 2014 by Barney Rash in Bristol, VA

"Great place to shop"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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My experience with zZounds was one of the best, They were very fast in processing my order. It was very easy to place my order, overall I'm very pleased with my experience with zZound's The quality of the Fender USA STD HSS Stratocaster, RW was great.

Musical Background:

I've been playing music for over 50 year's jam at home

Musical Style:

Country, Christian,
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Submitted September 12, 2012 by Charles Hall in vista, CA

"fender hss jade pearl"

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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I received this guitar yesterday. Its perfect, intonation, action and everything was right on. thank you zZounds for the payment option

Musical Background:

play guitar for a few years at home as a hobbist

Musical Style:

hard rock metal blues
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