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Schecter Damien Platinum-9 guitar in Satin Black vs Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S Guitar Satin Black B-Stock 0119
The Damien Platinum-9 is a 9-string extended-range instrument built for drop tunings and modern metal, while the Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S is a 6-string lead machine with a Floyd Rose tremolo optimized for speed and sustain effects. Choose the Platinum-9 if you need those extra low strings and play progressive metal; choose the Super Shredder if you want traditional shredding with locking-tremolo stability and infinite sustain effects.
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Schecter Damien Platinum-9 guitar in Satin Black
Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S Guitar Satin Black B-Stock 0119
Specs side by side
| Schecter Damien Platinum-9 guitar in Satin Black | Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S Guitar Satin Black B-Stock 0119 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,099.00 | $839.20 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Damien | Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Double Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 30" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 9 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Maple |
| Neck | Mahogany | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck | Bolt-On |
| Pickup Configuration | Active HH | Active HH |
| Bridge | Hipshot | Tremolo |
| Year | Unknown | 2025 |
| Condition | New | Refurbished |
Why choose Schecter Damien Platinum-9 guitar in Satin Black
- ✓ 9-string extended range for drop tunings and low-end metal tones
- ✓ Set-neck construction and carbon-fiber reinforcement deliver warm, sustained tone
- ✓ Mahogany body with arched top and refined platinum hardware finish
- ✓ 30-inch scale provides clarity across expanded lower register
Why choose Schecter Sun Valley Super Shredder FR-S Guitar Satin Black B-Stock 0119
- ✓ Floyd Rose Special Hot Rod Locking Tremolo maintains pitch stability for aggressive playing
- ✓ Sustainiac neck pickup offers infinite sustain and harmonic effects with mode switching
- ✓ 25.5-inch scale and 14-inch radius fretboard favor fast lead playing and smooth bends
- ✓ B-Stock pricing offers savings on a proven shredding platform
Frequently asked questions
What's the main tuning difference between these two?
The Damien Platinum-9 has nine strings for extended-range drop tunings typical in modern metal and progressive music, while the Super Shredder is a standard six-string instrument tuned to traditional pitches. The Platinum-9's 30-inch scale accommodates those lower strings, whereas the Super Shredder uses a conventional 25.5-inch scale.
Which one is better for classic hard rock and metal shredding?
The Super Shredder is purpose-built for lead shredding with its Floyd Rose tremolo, Sustainiac infinite-sustain neck pickup, and rapid-access thin neck profile. The Platinum-9 excels at rhythm-driven, detuned progressive and modern metal but is less geared toward traditional whammy-bar and lead-solo work.
How do the pickups and electronics differ?
The Platinum-9 uses dual EMG 909 active pickups with straightforward volume, tone, and three-way selector controls optimized for consistent high-output tone. The Super Shredder pairs an EMG Retro Active Hot 70 bridge pickup with a Sustainiac neck pickup offering harmonic mode switching, infinite sustain, and four extra switching options for complex tonal control.
Why is the Super Shredder listed as B-Stock?
B-Stock typically indicates open-box, display, or minor cosmetic items sold at a discount while retaining full functionality and warranty. This pricing advantage applies to an otherwise new instrument.