Should You Upgrade? Fender Professional II Stratocaster vs. American Standard

In this video, I compare two iconic Stratocasters: my 2009 Fender American Standard and the newer Fender American Professional II. If you’re wondering whether it’s worth upgrading to the Pro II from an older American Standard, you’re in the right place. I’ll break down the differences in build, sound, and playability, sharing my personal experience with both guitars.

We’ll go over key features like the neck profiles, pickup differences (Alnico V vs. V-Mod II), and the new push-push switch on the Pro II. I also throw in some sound demos, so you can hear how each Strat stacks up in clean and overdriven tones. By the end, you’ll have a clearer idea of whether upgrading to the Pro II is right for you!

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Gears Used:
Fender American Standard Stratocaster
Fender Professional II Stratocaster
Fender Tone Master Pro

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
02:23 Sound Comparison
04:46 Playability
05:32 Conclusion