Schecter USA Sunset Custom-II HSS Guitar Ocean Blue Burst
Description
Schecter USA Sunset Custom-II HSS Guitar Ocean Blue Burst
The Sunset Custom-II puts a roasted maple Custom 'C' neck and Macassar ebony fingerboard in your hands—designed for hours of comfortable playing whether you're executing intricate lead work or driving chord progressions. The lightweight alder body paired with a burl maple top resonates with clarity and articulation that cuts through a mix on stage. Built in the USA and finished in Ocean Blue Burst Satin, this instrument pairs premium construction with versatile HSS electronics that give working musicians real tonal flexibility across rock, blues, jazz, and metal without compromise.
Playability & Build Quality
The roasted maple neck with Custom 'C' shape and Macassar ebony fretboard delivers a smooth, responsive feel across 22 Jescar Premium German Stainless Steel Frets. A 14" fretboard radius locks in consistent action and precision, while the 2-way adjustable truss rod lets you dial in your preferred setup in minutes. The Graph Tech Black Tusq nut (1.67" width) sustains notes longer and keeps tuning stable through a full set, and Schecter Hipshot staggered locking tuners mean fast, reliable string changes and rock-solid retention under live conditions.
Tone & Electronics
The HSS pickup configuration stacks a Schecter USA Pasadena Plus bridge humbucker with Schecter USA Darkside single coils in the middle and neck positions—giving you thick, high-gain punch when you need it and articulate, chimey cleans for everything else. A master tone control with push-pull coil split unlocks additional single-coil character on the fly, while the 5-way blade switch puts all pickup combinations within easy reach, letting you dial in the exact voice each song demands.
Key Features
- Body: Alder with burl maple top, Ocean Blue Burst Satin finish
- Neck: Roasted maple, Custom 'C' shape, 25.5" scale
- Neck thickness: 0.825" (1st fret) to 0.865" (12th fret)
- Fretboard: Macassar ebony with 14" radius
- Frets: 22 Jescar Premium German Stainless Steel
- Nut: Graph Tech Black Tusq, 1.67" width
- Bridge: Gotoh 510 with chrome hardware
- Tuners: Schecter Hipshot staggered locking
- Pickups: Pasadena Plus (bridge), Darkside (middle/neck)
- Controls: Master volume, master tone with push-pull coil split, 5-way blade switch
- Construction: Bolt-on
- Includes: Custom hard case and Ernie Ball Regular Slinky strings
The Schecter USA Sunset Custom-II is built for gigging and recording—premium USA craftsmanship, reliable HSS versatility, and the kind of playability that rewards you every time you pick it up.
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 is a professional-grade HSS electric guitar built in the USA with a roasted maple neck, Macassar ebony fretboard, and premium hardware that delivers thick high-gain tones, articulate cleans, and excellent sustain across rock, blues, jazz, and metal. The lightweight alder body with burl maple top and Ocean Blue Burst finish commands attention on stage, while the responsive Custom 'C' neck profile and 22 stainless steel frets make extended lead work and chord progressions feel effortless. Choose this if you need a versatile, road-ready instrument with the craftsmanship and tonal flexibility to handle any professional gig.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Jazz
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Worship
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What pickup configuration does this guitar have, and can I dial in single-coil tones?
The Sunset Custom-II features an HSS configuration: a Schecter USA Pasadena Plus bridge humbucker paired with Schecter USA Darkside single coils in the middle and neck positions. The master tone control includes a push-pull coil split that unlocks additional single-coil character from the bridge humbucker, and the 5-way blade switch lets you access all pickup combinations seamlessly.
Is this guitar suitable for beginners, or is it designed for experienced players?
This is a professional-grade instrument built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The Custom 'C' neck profile, premium hardware, and refined electronics are designed for musicians comfortable with technical lead work and who need studio or stage-ready reliability.
What genres does this guitar excel in?
The Sunset Custom-II is voiced for rock, blues, metal, and jazz. The versatile HSS configuration and tonal range make it less suited for folk or worship applications, but it shines wherever you need thick high-gain tones, responsive resonance, and articulate clean sounds.
What hardware and construction details should I know about?
The guitar features a Gotoh 510 bridge with chrome hardware, Schecter Hipshot staggered locking tuners for fast and reliable string changes, and a Graph Tech Black Tusq nut (1.67 width) that enhances sustain and tuning stability. It's built with a bolt-on construction and includes a custom hard case and Ernie Ball Regular Slinky strings.
What is the neck shape and fretboard material?
The neck is roasted maple with a Custom 'C' profile, 25.5 scale length, and a Macassar ebony fretboard with a 14 radius and 22 Jescar Premium German Stainless Steel Frets. The neck thickness is 0.825 at the 1st fret and tapers to 0.865 at the 12th fret, providing a smooth, responsive playing surface for extended sessions.
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