Schecter USA Sunset Custom-II HSS Guitar Tiger Eye Satin
Description
Schecter USA Sunset Custom-II HSS Guitar Tiger Eye Satin
The Schecter USA Sunset Custom-II HSS sits naturally in your hands with its bolt-on roasted maple neck and Custom 'C' profile, delivering responsive feel across all 22 frets. The Macassar ebony fretboard with 14" radius enables fast, fluid play while maintaining articulate tonal response. This handcrafted USA-made instrument balances classic design with modern hardware and electronics, proving itself reliable whether tracking in the studio or commanding a stage.
Playability & Construction
Neck geometry is precisely engineered with thicknesses of 0.825" at the 1st fret and 0.865" at the 12th fret, creating consistent feel through extended playing sessions. Jescar Premium German Silver Frets (6100 equivalent) deliver superior durability and tactile feedback under your fingers, while the Graphtech Black TUSQ nut and Schecter/Hipshot staggered locking tuners lock in intonation and hold tuning rock-solid through a set. The 25.5" scale length and 1.67" nut width accommodate multiple playing styles and hand sizes.
Tone & Electronics
The HSS pickup configuration pairs a Pasadena Plus Zebra humbucker at the bridge with Darkside single-coils in the middle and neck positions, spanning crystal-clear cleans to thick, aggressive leads. The 5-way blade switch with push-pull tone control for humbucker splitting opens up your sonic range dramatically, letting you dial from full humbucker grunt to snappy single-coil articulation on the fly.
Key Features
- Body Material: Alder with Flame Maple top
- Finish: Tiger Eye Satin with Chrome hardware
- Neck Material: Roasted Maple, Custom 'C' profile
- Fretboard: Macassar Ebony with .25" Acrylic Pearl Dot inlays, 14" radius
- 22 Jescar Premium German Silver Frets (6100 Equivalent)
- Scale Length: 25.5", Nut Width: 1.67"
- Graphtech Black TUSQ Nut with 2-Way Adjustable Truss Rod
- Bridge: Gotoh 510
- Tuners: Schecter/Hipshot Staggered Locking, 6-Inline Headstock
- Pickup Configuration: HSS (Pasadena Plus Zebra / Darkside / Darkside)
- Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone with Push-Pull Split, 5-Way Blade Switch
- Construction: Bolt-On, includes Custom Wood Case
This USA-made instrument combines premium materials, precise craftsmanship, and versatile electronics to deliver professional-grade performance and tonal flexibility.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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At a Glance
The Schecter USA Sunset Custom-II HSS is a handcrafted American-made stratocaster-style guitar built for intermediate to professional players who demand versatility and rock-solid gigging reliability. Its HSS pickup configuration—Pasadena Plus humbucker paired with Darkside single-coils and a push-pull split switch—delivers everything from articulate cleans to aggressive leads without leaving the stage, while the roasted maple neck with Custom 'C' profile and premium German Silver frets feel fast and responsive under pressure. Premium hardware (Hipshot locking tuners, Gotoh bridge, Graphtech nut) and meticulous USA construction make this a dependable workhorse for studio sessions and live performance alike.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the push-pull tone control do?
The push-pull switch splits the bridge Pasadena Plus humbucker into single-coil mode, expanding your tonal palette from thick humbucker power to bright, articulate single-coil character without changing pickups or settings.
Is the neck comfortable for fast, aggressive playing?
Yes. The Custom 'C' profile, 14" fretboard radius, and premium Jescar German Silver frets are specifically engineered for speed and responsiveness, while the 0.825" first-fret thickness tapering to 0.865" at the 12th fret maintains consistent feel throughout the neck.
How does this compare to Fender or PRS strats?
The Schecter USA Sunset Custom-II matches premium American-made competitors in build quality and hardware but offers greater tonal versatility through its HSS pickup configuration and split function, making it especially strong for rock and blues players who want one guitar to cover more ground.
What hardware is included and how stable is the tuning?
The guitar ships with a Gotoh 510 bridge, Schecter/Hipshot staggered locking tuners, and a Graphtech Black TUSQ nut—all premium components chosen for rock-solid intonation and tuning stability across gigs and long studio sessions.
What comes in the case?
The Schecter USA Sunset Custom-II includes a custom wood case for safe storage and transport.
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