Fender American Professional II Stratocaster

This Strat aims to refine rather than redefine. The V-Mod II pickups offer a bit more clarity and subtlety than the original American Pro set, and the neck profile strikes a nice middle ground between chunky and fast.

The most noticeable change is the sculpted heel, which genuinely makes a difference if you play up high. It doesn't sound dramatically different from other Strats, but it does feel more refined – like Fender listening to what players needed and making adjustments accordingly.

Notable Players:

• Cory Wong