Schecter Robert Smith UltraCure Electric Guitar Black Pearl
Description
Schecter Robert Smith UltraCure Electric Guitar in Black Pearl
The Robert Smith UltraCure sits in your hands with a comfortable, fast neck that responds immediately to both precise fingerpicking and expansive chord work. Its chambered mahogany body with set-neck construction delivers the dark, moody character and crystalline clarity that defined The Cure's most influential recordings, while remaining versatile across post-punk, alternative, and indie rock applications. This is an instrument built for players seeking atmospheric depth and tonal nuance.
Playability & Feel
The thin "C"-shaped maple neck measures 0.787" at the first fret and 0.866" at the twelfth, providing a fast, comfortable profile for both technical and expressive playing. The rosewood fretboard features 24 X-Jumbo frets across a 25.5" scale, mother-of-pearl block inlays, and glow-in-the-dark side dot markers, while the Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (1.653" width) ensures reliable tuning stability and clear note articulation.
Tone & Electronics
Dual Seymour Duncan '59 pickups (bridge and neck) paired with push-pull volume controls and a 3-way selector provide responsive, expressive tonal shaping across a wide spectrum. The Bigsby Flat Top B50 bridge with Roller TonePros TOM delivers sustained resonance and dynamic string response, while Schecter locking tuners maintain tuning integrity through extended playing sessions.
Key Features
- Chambered mahogany body with flat top and raised center contour
- Set-neck construction with Ultra Access for upper-fret reach
- 3-piece maple neck with thin "C" shape and specified dimensions (0.787" at 1st fret, 0.866" at 12th fret)
- Rosewood fretboard with 24 X-Jumbo frets and 14" radius
- Mother-of-pearl block inlays with glow-in-the-dark side dot markers
- Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut at 1.653" width
- Seymour Duncan '59 SH-1B (bridge) and SH-1N (neck) pickups
- Bigsby Flat Top B50 bridge with Roller TonePros TOM (TPFR T3BT)
- Dual push-pull volume controls with master volume and 3-way switch
- Schecter locking tuners and chrome hardware
- 2-way adjustable truss rod with 5/32" Allen nut
- Right-handed configuration in Black Pearl finish
The Robert Smith UltraCure delivers the refined playability and sonic character necessary for both studio tracking and live performance across diverse musical contexts. Built with the hardware reliability that gigging musicians demand.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The Schecter Robert Smith UltraCure is a chambered mahogany semi-hollow with a fast, thin neck and dual Seymour Duncan '59 pickups that delivers the dark, moody tone and crystalline clarity that defined The Cure's sound, making it ideal for post-punk, alternative, and indie players seeking atmospheric depth and expressive tonal range. Its set-neck construction, Bigsby Flat Top bridge with Roller TonePros TOM, and push-pull volume controls give you sustained resonance and dynamic string response whether you're fingerpicking intricate lines or laying down expansive chords on stage. Choose this guitar if you want a gig-ready instrument that captures moody, nuanced character while remaining versatile enough for studio work and live performance.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Post-Punk
- ✓ Alternative Rock
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Atmospheric/Experimental
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
- – Hard Rock
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does the Robert Smith UltraCure have?
It features a thin 3-piece maple neck with a comfortable 'C' shape measuring 0.787 inches at the first fret and 0.866 inches at the twelfth fret, combined with a 24-fret rosewood fretboard and 25.5-inch scale length. This profile is designed for fast, responsive playing across both precise technical work and expansive chord voicings.
What pickups and electronics are included?
The guitar features dual Seymour Duncan '59 pickups (SH-1B bridge, SH-1N neck) paired with push-pull volume controls and a 3-way selector switch for responsive tonal shaping. The Bigsby Flat Top B50 bridge with Roller TonePros TOM provides sustained resonance and dynamic string response.
Is this guitar suitable for metal or hard rock?
No—the Robert Smith UltraCure is optimized for post-punk, alternative rock, indie, and atmospheric/experimental music. Its dark, moody character and crystalline clarity are designed for those genres, not metal or thrash applications.
What tuning stability features does it have?
The guitar includes Schecter locking tuners, a Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (1.653-inch width) for clear note articulation and tuning stability, and a 2-way adjustable truss rod. These components work together to maintain tuning integrity through extended playing sessions and live performance.
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The Robert Smith UltraCure is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players who seek both technical playability and expressive tonal nuance. The fast neck and sophisticated electronics reward players with established technique and understanding of dynamic tone shaping.