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Schecter Damien Platinum 6 FR guitar in Satin Black vs Schecter Damien Platinum-8 Electric Guitar Satin Black
The Damien Platinum-6 FR is a 6-string with Floyd Rose tremolo suited for traditional metal and hard rock, while the Damien Platinum-8 is an 8-string with fixed bridge optimized for extended-range tunings and djent. Choose the 6-string for classic high-gain work; pick the 8-string if you play in alternate tunings or need ultra-low end.
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Schecter Damien Platinum 6 FR guitar in Satin Black
Schecter Damien Platinum-8 Electric Guitar Satin Black
Specs side by side
| Schecter Damien Platinum 6 FR guitar in Satin Black | Schecter Damien Platinum-8 Electric Guitar Satin Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $949.00 | $949.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Damien | Schecter Damien |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 28" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 8 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Neck | Maple | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck | Set-Neck |
| Pickup Configuration | Active HH | Active HH |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed | Fixed |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Damien Platinum 6 FR guitar in Satin Black
- ✓ Floyd Rose Special tremolo enables expressive pitch bending and dive bombs
- ✓ 25.5" standard scale feels familiar to most electric players
- ✓ Focused 6-string platform for straightforward metal and hard rock applications
Why choose Schecter Damien Platinum-8 Electric Guitar Satin Black
- ✓ 28" extended scale handles low tunings without floppy strings
- ✓ Hardtail bridge maximizes sustain and simplifies intonation setup
- ✓ Carbon fiber-reinforced neck resists torsion under heavy downtuning stress
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for djent and modern progressive metal?
The Damien Platinum-8 is purpose-built for djent with its extended 28" scale, dual EMG humbuckers for dense-mix definition, and hardtail bridge that maximizes sustain under aggressive palm muting.
Can I use the 6-string for lower tunings?
The Damien Platinum-6 FR works for drop tunings down to Drop D or Drop C comfortably at its 25.5" scale, but the 8-string's 28" scale is engineered specifically for extreme downtunings and maintains tonal clarity without string sloppiness.
What's the main playability difference between the two?
Both feature thin 'C' neck profiles and 24 X-Jumbo frets for speed, but the 8-string's longer 28" scale and carbon fiber reinforcement are designed to handle the extra string mass and tension without fatigue, while the 6-string prioritizes standard reach and tremolo expressiveness.
Are the pickups the same?
The 6-string uses EMG 81/85 neck-bridge combo with simple 3-way switching, while the 8-string uses dual active EMG humbuckers optimized for clarity in dense tunings—both are high-output, but the 8-string's voicing is tailored for extended-range definition.