Schecter PT Special Guitar Candy Apple Red Satin
Description
Schecter PT Special Guitar Candy Apple Red Satin
The Schecter PT Special locks in immediately whether mounted across your lap or strapped on stage. The offset body design sits naturally in both positions, while the satin finish glides under your hands without resistance—critical during long sets where fatigue kills performance. This is a genuinely versatile instrument that handles everything from aggressive rock and punk to smooth blues and indie rock, making it equally at home in the studio, on the road, or in a collection of serious player's axes.
Playability & Feel
A Hard Maple neck with vintage "C" profile and Hard Maple fretboard deliver speed and responsiveness across the 22 Jumbo frets laid out on a 25.5" scale. The Graph Tech XL Ivory Tusq nut and 12" fretboard radius maintain consistent string action and solid intonation night after night, while the bolt-on construction keeps the instrument light and balanced for hours of playing without shoulder strain.
Tone & Electronics
The dual-pickup configuration pairs a Schecter Diamond VT-1 bridge pickup with a Schecter Diamond V-90 neck pickup, controlled via Volume and Tone controls with Series-Parallel push-pull switching and a 3-way selector. The Vintage Ashtray bridge with staggered brass saddles and Grover Vintage Deluxe tuners produce punchy, articulate attacks with enough warmth and sustain to cut through a mix or shine in intimate settings—reliable tonal range for working musicians across genres.
Key Features
- Body Material: Swamp Ash with Ivory 1-ply binding
- Neck Material: Hard Maple with vintage "C" profile
- Fretboard: Hard Maple with black dot inlays
- Scale: 25.5" (648mm)
- Frets: 22 Jumbo
- Fretboard Radius: 12" (305mm)
- Bridge Pickup: Schecter Diamond VT-1
- Neck Pickup: Schecter Diamond V-90
- Controls: Volume/Tone with Series-Parallel Push-Pull and 3-Way Switch
- Bridge: Vintage Ashtray with staggered brass saddles
- Tuners: Grover Vintage Deluxe
- Nut: Graph Tech XL Ivory Tusq (1.643" width)
The PT Special responds equally well to meticulous fingerstyle technique and hard-hitting rhythm work, making it a bulletproof workhorse for seasoned gigging musicians and a serious addition to any player's collection.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
Reviews
At a Glance
The Schecter PT Special is an offset-body electric guitar built for rock, blues, punk, and indie players who want classic playability without the classic price tag. The satin-finished swamp ash body feels smooth in your hands, the hard maple neck with vintage C-profile plays fast and responsive, and the dual Schecter Diamond pickups deliver punchy, articulate tone with warm sustain—whether you're digging into rhythm parts or laying down clean leads on stage. Grover tuners and a Graph Tech nut keep it rock-solid in tune through a full gig, making it a dependable choice for intermediate to advanced players looking for a versatile workhorse.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Punk
- ✓ Indie
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Jazz
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
What pickup switching options does the PT Special have?
The guitar features a 3-way selector switch and a Series-Parallel push-pull on the volume control, letting you blend the bridge Schecter Diamond VT-1 and neck Diamond V-90 pickups in different configurations for expanded tonal range.
Is this guitar suitable for metal or jazz?
The PT Special is voiced for rock, blues, punk, and indie—its warm sustain and smooth high-end roll-off are better suited to those genres than to metal or jazz applications.
What is the neck profile and fretboard radius?
The neck features a vintage C-profile shape with a 12-inch fretboard radius, laid out with 22 jumbo frets on a 25.5-inch scale for fast, responsive playability.
What hardware and hardware materials are used?
The guitar includes Grover Vintage Deluxe tuners, a Graph Tech XL Ivory Tusq nut, a Vintage Ashtray bridge with staggered brass saddles, and an offset body made of swamp ash with ivory 1-ply binding.
How does the satin finish affect playability?
The satin finish feels smooth under your hands and reduces fatigue during extended playing sessions, while the bolt-on construction keeps the overall instrument light and balanced whether sitting or standing.
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