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Apr 18, 2025 7:03 PM

Fender American Ultra Stratocaster Electric Guitar (Ultraburst) + 1yr Fender Play

$1,487

$2,130

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Fender has Fender American Ultra Stratocaster Electric Guitar w/ Rosewood Fingerboard (Ultraburst, 0118010712) + 1-Year Fender Play Subscription on sale for $1,486.48 when you follow the steps below. Shipping is free.
  • Note: You may also purchase the Guitar Alone for $1,484.99.
Thanks to Community Member joe_sun for sharing this deal.

Steps: 
  1. Go to the Fender American Ultra Stratocaster Electric Guitar w/ Rosewood Fingerboard page.
  2. Scroll down and find the 'Get 10% off gear with Fender Play' box on the page, typically under the Add to Cart button.
  3. Select the + symbol in the box to add the 1-Year Fender Play Subscription to cart.
  4. Add the Ultra Stratocaster to your cart and proceed to your cart. 
  5. Your total should be $1,484.99 + $149.99 Fender Play Subscription - 10% Fender Play Discount in cart = $1,486.48 with free shipping,
About this Item:
  • Alder body with sculpted rear contours
  • Three Ultra Noiseless Vintage Strat single-coil pickups
  • "Modern D"-shaped neck with Ultra satin finish
  • 10"-14" compound-radius fingerboard; 22 medium-jumbo frets
  • Includes premium molded hardshell case

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
  • At the time of this posting, our research indicates that the guitar alone is $275 lower than the next best comparable prices starting from $1759.99.
  • Fender Play Details: 
    • You must be signed in or create an account at checkout to receive the discount.
    • Fender Play subscriptions are processed as a separate transaction from physical product purchases.
    • Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled.
    • You can cancel anytime.

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Written by joe_sun
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Fender has Fender American Ultra Stratocaster Electric Guitar w/ Rosewood Fingerboard (Ultraburst, 0118010712) + 1-Year Fender Play Subscription on sale for $1,486.48 when you follow the steps below. Shipping is free.
  • Note: You may also purchase the Guitar Alone for $1,484.99.
Thanks to Community Member joe_sun for sharing this deal.

Steps: 
  1. Go to the Fender American Ultra Stratocaster Electric Guitar w/ Rosewood Fingerboard page.
  2. Scroll down and find the 'Get 10% off gear with Fender Play' box on the page, typically under the Add to Cart button.
  3. Select the + symbol in the box to add the 1-Year Fender Play Subscription to cart.
  4. Add the Ultra Stratocaster to your cart and proceed to your cart. 
  5. Your total should be $1,484.99 + $149.99 Fender Play Subscription - 10% Fender Play Discount in cart = $1,486.48 with free shipping,
About this Item:
  • Alder body with sculpted rear contours
  • Three Ultra Noiseless Vintage Strat single-coil pickups
  • "Modern D"-shaped neck with Ultra satin finish
  • 10"-14" compound-radius fingerboard; 22 medium-jumbo frets
  • Includes premium molded hardshell case

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
  • At the time of this posting, our research indicates that the guitar alone is $275 lower than the next best comparable prices starting from $1759.99.
  • Fender Play Details: 
    • You must be signed in or create an account at checkout to receive the discount.
    • Fender Play subscriptions are processed as a separate transaction from physical product purchases.
    • Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled.
    • You can cancel anytime.

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Written by joe_sun

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Pro
Apr 18, 2025 8:43 PM
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SplendidMorning215
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Apr 18, 2025 8:43 PM
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That is a slick deal! For sure!!
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Deal Hunter
Apr 19, 2025 2:58 AM
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jk6812
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Deal Hunter
Apr 19, 2025 2:58 AM
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Nice!
Apr 19, 2025 12:17 PM
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Joined Jul 2015
MilkSasquatchApr 19, 2025 12:17 PM
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Amazing guitar. The Ultra line is my favorite collection they've put out; they feel absolutely perfect. The Fender Play is, without a doubt, the worst guitar course that I've ever tried. Had a free sub a few years back.
Apr 19, 2025 12:27 PM
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fewlioApr 19, 2025 12:27 PM
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wow tough economy!
Apr 19, 2025 12:39 PM
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jaimeloboApr 19, 2025 12:39 PM
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"And a second hand guitar
It was a Stratocaster with a whammy bar"

From Zappa's "Joe's Garage", and the the deal is posted by "joe_sun" ... Hmm 🤔
Last edited by jaimelobo April 19, 2025 at 07:38 PM.
Apr 19, 2025 1:10 PM
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WaltWApr 19, 2025 1:10 PM
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Is the guitar course worth an additional $1.49?
Original Poster
Apr 19, 2025 2:12 PM
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joe_sun
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Apr 19, 2025 2:12 PM
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Quote from WaltW View quoted comment :
Is the guitar course worth an additional $1.49?
lol, it gives you 10% off fender.com for a year it's worth it for that.
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Apr 19, 2025 4:21 PM
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pbmpharmacistApr 19, 2025 4:21 PM
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My son prefers the C neck, but otherwise this is a good deal.
Apr 19, 2025 5:01 PM
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ScarletStep287Apr 19, 2025 5:01 PM
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Definitely a slick deal. You can feel the difference with the Ultras. I tried some of the other lines and they just didn't feel as good as the Ultra to me. It's made for ease of use, comfort, and can go fast with fret work. S-1 Switching System works great and sounds clear with the triple single coils (SSS). I like the noiseless pick-ups too, but there is opinion that it does not sound true to the vintage strat sound.

For comparison, I play the Ultra Luxe Strat in HSS configuration w/ Floyd Rose. The Floyd forced me to learn, but it's a PIA to tune if you don't have a roadie (like me!). I really wanted the humbucker to get that lower sound more associated with the Telecaster. Also the "Modern D" neck does feel different than the traditional C. I have played but never owned the C, so I can't compare.

This is the best price I've seen on Ultras. I've seen used ones listed for more than this price and you get a year of Play.
Don't forget to add a tuner, picks and a strap.
Good find, OP.
Apr 19, 2025 5:03 PM
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orinthesnowApr 19, 2025 5:03 PM
118 Comments
Have owned an ultra strat (artic pearl) for over a year or so and it is my favorite electric. The necks on these feel incredible. Watch the QC on these though, mine had a couple scuff/dent marks on the volume knob. Ended up keeping it but QC is a known issue for some of these guitars.
Apr 19, 2025 5:28 PM
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HeimlyApr 19, 2025 5:28 PM
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Great guitar, I bought one second hand awhile back and of the half dozen guitars I've had this one is probably my favorite. Plays great and very reliable.
Apr 19, 2025 5:31 PM
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shoka_conApr 19, 2025 5:31 PM
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I have the Fender American Ultra Stratocaster (different finish) and it's a nice guitar. I'd have no problem recommending this at this price.
Apr 19, 2025 6:41 PM
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JollyHerring1776Apr 19, 2025 6:41 PM
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I have this guitar. I play a song called Stairway to Heaven, you probably have never heard of it
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Apr 19, 2025 6:43 PM
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joe_sun
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Apr 19, 2025 6:43 PM
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Quote from ScarletStep287 View quoted comment :
Definitely a slick deal. You can feel the difference with the Ultras. I tried some of the other lines and they just didn't feel as good as the Ultra to me. It's made for ease of use, comfort, and can go fast with fret work. S-1 Switching System works great and sounds clear with the triple single coils (SSS). I like the noiseless pick-ups too, but there is opinion that it does not sound true to the vintage strat sound.

For comparison, I play the Ultra Luxe Strat in HSS configuration w/ Floyd Rose. The Floyd forced me to learn, but it's a PIA to tune if you don't have a roadie (like me!). I really wanted the humbucker to get that lower sound more associated with the Telecaster. Also the "Modern D" neck does feel different than the traditional C. I have played but never owned the C, so I can't compare.

This is the best price I've seen on Ultras. I've seen used ones listed for more than this price and you get a year of Play.
Don't forget to add a tuner, picks and a strap.
Good find, OP.
That these are cheaper than used is what pushed me over the top. I was looking at a used one with a big chip of missing paint in the back, the front had a smaller chip and it did not have the trem bar, COA or the case for $1200 plus shipping. The case alone is over 200.00. That was the cheapest I could find. The new Ultra IIs also got a price increase
Last edited by joe_sun April 19, 2025 at 12:09 PM.

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Apr 19, 2025 8:33 PM
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bluzcluz
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Apr 19, 2025 8:33 PM
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How many years should someone have to be playin this sorta beast? l just started out so cannot justifiably spring for this high-end instrument knowing that 95% it will just be in a bag or on the stand. The same look can be had for any chender type and may even sound the same to the untrained ear...thoughts?

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