Fender American Ultra Luxe Vintage
Fender American Ultra Luxe Vintage Series – At Guitar World Australia
The new Fender American Ultra Luxe Vintage series blends era-correct looks with uncompromising, modern performance. Expect aged Heirloom™ lacquer finishes, Ultra Contours for comfort, quartersawn Modern “D” necks with Ultra rolled edges, stainless-steel frets, Luminlay® side dots, a tapered neck heel, and premium electronics including S-1™ switching—all factory-spec upgrades that make these guitars stage-ready out of the case.
In stock as of 13 August 2025 (Gold Coast, QLD). Check live availability on each product page.
Why Players Are Buzzing About Ultra Luxe Vintage
- Authentic vibe, modern feel: Aged Heirloom™ lacquer and period-correct pickup voices meet a slick Modern “D” profile and compound-radius boards (10"–14").
- Pro-grade visibility & stability: Luminlay® side dots, Graph Tech TUSQ® nut (model-dependent), locking tuners (Strat), and rock-solid bridges.
- Expanded tones: Pure Vintage single-coils deliver genuine Fender sparkle and snap; HSS models add muscular, articulate humbucker punch via Shawbucker™ Haymaker.
- Upper-fret access: Tapered neck heel and Ultra Contours keep solos effortless without sacrificing classic lines.
Shop the Range
- American Ultra Luxe Vintage ’50s Telecaster – Butterscotch Blonde (Maple)
’50s Tele® essence with Pure Vintage ’51 Tele pickups for twang and bite, select ash body with Ultra Contours, Modern “D” quartersawn maple neck, stainless-steel medium-jumbo frets, Luminlay®, and S-1™ wiring versatility. A refined workhorse with unmistakable Tele authority.
- American Ultra Luxe Vintage ’60s Stratocaster HSS – Fiesta Red (Rosewood)
Select alder with Ultra Contours, Modern “D” quartersawn neck, rosewood board, stainless-steel medium-jumbo frets, Luminlay®, and a Shawbucker™ Haymaker at the bridge alongside Pure Vintage ’61 Strat single-coils. S-1™ switching unlocks flexible HSS tones from glassy cleans to high-gain punch.
Quick Comparison
| Model | Body / Finish | Neck / Frets | Pickups | Key Hardware | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ’50s Telecaster (Butterscotch Blonde) | Select ash, Ultra Contours, Heirloom™ lacquer | Quartersawn maple, Modern “D”; stainless-steel medium-jumbo; 10"–14" compound | Pure Vintage ’51 Tele single-coils | 6-saddle string-through Tele bridge; S-1™ switching | Country, rock, pop, session work; tight attack & clear rhythm |
| ’60s Stratocaster HSS (Fiesta Red) | Select alder, Ultra Contours, Heirloom™ lacquer | Quartersawn maple, Modern “D”; stainless-steel medium-jumbo; 10"–14" compound | Pure Vintage ’61 Strat single-coils + Shawbucker™ Haymaker | 2-point trem with cold-rolled steel block; locking tuners; S-1™ | Versatile stage/studio; from vintage glass to modern drive |
Who Is Ultra Luxe Vintage For?
Players who love vintage-correct aesthetics but demand modern playability and tour-ready reliability. If you want classic Fender tones with stainless frets, faster necks, and expanded wiring from the factory, this series nails it.