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Schecter Damien Platinum-6 Left-Handed Electric Guitar Satin Black vs Schecter Reaper-6 Electric Guitar in Satin Sky Burst
The Damien Platinum-6 Left-Handed is designed exclusively for southpaw players and pairs EMG active pickups with a mahogany body for aggressive, noise-free high-gain tones, while the Reaper-6 is right-handed only with passive Schecter Diamond Decimators and a swamp ash body offering greater tonal versatility across genres. Choose the Damien if you're a left-handed metal/hard rock player seeking maximum articulation; choose the Reaper if you're right-handed and want a more tonally flexible instrument balancing clean clarity with thick distortion.
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Schecter Damien Platinum-6 Left-Handed Electric Guitar Satin Black
Schecter Reaper-6 Electric Guitar in Satin Sky Burst
Specs side by side
| Schecter Damien Platinum-6 Left-Handed Electric Guitar Satin Black | Schecter Reaper-6 Electric Guitar in Satin Sky Burst | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $899.00 | $899.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Damien | Schecter Reaper |
| Body | Single Cutaway | — |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Ebony |
| Bridge | Fixed | Fixed |
| Year | Unknown | 2019 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Damien Platinum-6 Left-Handed Electric Guitar Satin Black
- ✓ Designed specifically for left-handed players with full ergonomic balance
- ✓ Active EMG-81/85 humbuckers deliver ultra-articulate, high-output tones with minimal noise ideal for metal
- ✓ Mahogany body with arched top delivers warm, focused sustain
- ✓ Thin 'C' neck profile (0.787" at 1st fret) optimized for aggressive lead work
Why choose Schecter Reaper-6 Electric Guitar in Satin Sky Burst
- ✓ Swamp ash body with burl top and hardtail bridge maximize sustain and tonal clarity across clean to high-gain
- ✓ Maple/Walnut neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods resists warping for long-term stability
- ✓ Passive Schecter Diamond Decimator humbuckers offer punchy mids and thick distortion with natural dynamics
- ✓ Ultra-thin 'C' profile (0.748" at 1st fret) is slightly faster for speed-focused players
Frequently asked questions
What's the main difference in pickup type and tone character?
The Damien uses active EMG-81/85 humbuckers powered by a 9-volt battery, delivering ultra-articulate, noise-free high-output tones with an aggressive lead character ideal for metal. The Reaper uses passive Schecter Diamond Decimator humbuckers with natural dynamics, offering punchy mids, articulate cleans, and thick distortion that balances multiple genres—rock, metal, and alternative.
Which guitar is better for a left-handed player?
Only the Damien Platinum-6 Left-Handed is configured for southpaw players with full left-handed access and ergonomic balance. The Reaper-6 is right-handed only, making it unsuitable for left-handed players.
How do the neck profiles and body woods affect playability and tone?
The Damien has a mahogany body with arched top (warm, focused sustain) and a slightly thicker 'C' profile (0.787" at 1st fret), while the Reaper uses swamp ash with burl top (brighter, articulate sustain) and an ultra-thin profile (0.748" at 1st fret). The Reaper's carbon fiber-reinforced neck resists warping better long-term, and its hardtail bridge design couples strings directly to the body for maximum resonance.
Which is better for someone primarily playing metal versus someone who wants genre flexibility?
The Damien Platinum-6's active EMG pickups and articulate tone are purpose-built for metal and hard rock's aggressive demands. The Reaper-6's passive pickups and swamp ash body excel across rock, metal, and alternative styles with equal capability, making it the better choice for players wanting broader sonic range.