{"product_id":"fender-american-pro-stratocaster-pickguard-assembly","title":"Fender American Professional Stratocaster Pickguard Assembly","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"247\"\u003eAmerican Professional Era Fender Stratocaster Loaded Pickguard – White (SSS)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"276\"\u003eThe Altitude Summary\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"874\"\u003eThis is a clean, fully functioning Fender Stratocaster loaded pickguard pulled from the American Professional era—factory-wired and ready to drop into your next build or upgrade. It features the classic SSS pickup configuration, three-ply white pickguard, aged white knobs, and a traditional 5-way switch setup. Electronics are in excellent shape with only light surface pick scratches on the guard—no cracks, no hum, no surprises. Weighing in at around 1 lb, it’s right in line with standard Strat builds and won't tip your guitar off balance. It’s plug, play, and rip—no soldering iron required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"919\"\u003eTimeless Strat Layout, Ready to Rock\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003eThis setup captures everything great about the American Professional Strat: a crisp, responsive top end, balanced midrange, and the sparkle you expect from Fender single-coils. The control layout is classic—master volume, two tones, and the iconic 5-way switch—delivering a tonal playground from warm neck blues to quacky in-betweens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003eVintage Look, Modern Wiring\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1634\"\u003eThough it's modern in build, this pickguard leans vintage in aesthetic thanks to subtly aged white knobs that contrast beautifully with the bright white 3-ply guard. The pre-wired harness is tidy and rugged, built to factory spec with no loose solder joints or mods. If you're chasing a clean install and pro-level tone, this is your shortcut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003eEasy Upgrade, Instant Impact\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003eWhether you're restoring an old Strat or building a parts-caster from scratch, this pre-loaded pickguard makes your life easy. Drop it in, screw it down, and go. With everything pre-installed and tested, you’ll be playing in minutes—not hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2315\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003eGenuine Fender American Professional Stratocaster-era loaded pickguard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2064\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2064\"\u003eSSS configuration with three single-coil pickups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2124\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2124\"\u003eMaster volume, two tone controls, 5-way selector switch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2172\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2172\"\u003eWhite 3-ply pickguard with aged white knobs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003eFactory-wired harness with clean soldering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2222\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003eFits most standard Fender Strat bodies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2315\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2315\"\u003eExcellent condition with light surface wear only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50630399394088,"sku":"FENDER-AMPRO-LOADEDGUARD","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/4225\/2328\/files\/IMG_0017_1-Photoroom.jpg?v=1757450587","url":"https:\/\/altitudeguitar.myshopify.com\/products\/fender-american-pro-stratocaster-pickguard-assembly","provider":"Altitude Guitar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}