Schecter Reaper-6 Electric Guitar in Satin Sky Burst
Description
Schecter Reaper-6 Electric Guitar in Satin Sky Burst
The Reaper-6 sits in your hands with immediate playability—an ultra-thin 'C' neck profile and set-neck construction deliver fast access to upper frets without sacrificing comfort during long sets. The Satin Sky Burst finish provides a modern, stage-ready appearance alongside balanced weight and responsive hardware that musicians can rely on night after night across rock, metal, and alternative material.
Playability & Feel
The Maple/Walnut multi-ply neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods holds its shape under the demands of touring and daily gigging, while the ultra-thin 'C' profile at the 1st fret (.748") lets your hand move freely across the fingerboard. The 24 X-Jumbo frets on an Ebony fretboard with a 14" radius lock in accurate intonation and enable rapid position shifts, while the Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut keeps tuning rock-solid through entire performances and delivers clean string definition.
Tone & Electronics
Dual Schecter Diamond Decimator humbuckers voice the guitar across clean, crunch, and high-gain territory with authority through a Volume/Tone push-pull control and 3-way pickup selector. The Schecter Custom hardtail bridge with string-thru body design channels string vibration directly into the body wood, sustaining notes with clarity and presence that cut through a full band mix.
Key Features
- Body: Swamp Ash with Burl top
- Finish: Satin Sky Burst
- Neck: Maple/Walnut multi-ply with carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Fretboard: Ebony with pearloid offset/reverse dot inlays
- Scale length: 25.5"
- 24 X-Jumbo frets on 14" radius
- Neck shape: Ultra thin 'C' (0.748" at 1st fret, 0.787" at 12th fret)
- Nut: Graph Tech XL Black Tusq, 1.653" width
- Pickups: Schecter Diamond Decimator (bridge and neck)
- Hardware: Black & Chrome with Schecter tuners
- Bridge: Schecter Custom hardtail with string-thru body
- Controls: Volume/Tone push-pull, 3-way switch
This Reaper-6 pairs premium body woods with professional electronics and road-tested hardware in a workhorse instrument built for the demands of stage and studio across multiple genres.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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At a Glance
The Schecter Reaper-6 is a professional-grade solid-body electric built for rock, metal, and alternative players who demand speed and sustain on stage. Its ultra-thin 'C' neck profile, carbon-reinforced maple/walnut construction, and 24 X-Jumbo frets on ebony make fast, precise playing effortless during long sets, while dual Schecter Diamond Decimator humbuckers and a hardtail bridge deliver punchy mids, articulate cleans, and thick distortion without feedback. Choose this if you want a road-ready instrument that balances playability with tonal clarity across high-gain and clean tones.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Alternative
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does the Reaper-6 have, and how fast is it for lead playing?
The Reaper-6 features an ultra-thin 'C' profile measuring 0.748" at the 1st fret and 0.787" at the 12th fret, designed to accelerate hand movement and minimize fatigue during extended playing. Combined with 24 X-Jumbo frets on a 14" radius ebony fretboard, this setup favors speed and precision across rock, metal, and alternative styles.
What pickups are in this guitar, and how do they handle different gain levels?
The Reaper-6 uses dual Schecter Diamond Decimator humbuckers controlled via a Volume/Tone push-pull and 3-way switch. These pickups deliver articulate cleans, punchy mids in crunch, and thick, sustained distortion in high-gain applications, making them versatile across the rock and metal spectrum.
How does the hardtail bridge affect tuning stability and tone?
The Schecter Custom hardtail bridge with string-thru body design couples strings directly to the body wood for maximum sustain and tonal clarity while resisting tuning drift during aggressive playing or bending. This design is particularly reliable for extended live sets or studio recording sessions.
What woods are used in the body and neck, and why do they matter?
The body is made from Swamp Ash with a Burl top, while the neck is a Maple/Walnut multi-ply with carbon fiber reinforcement rods. This combination provides resonance and warmth from the ash body while resisting neck warping and delivering the stability needed for professional gigging or recording.
What genres and playing styles is the Reaper-6 best suited for?
The Reaper-6 excels in rock, metal, and alternative music, where its high-output humbuckers, fast neck, and sustained resonance are ideal. It is not optimized for jazz or folk styles, where different pickup voicings and neck characteristics are typically preferred.