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Schecter Damien Platinum-9 Electric Guitar Satin Black vs Schecter Ultra-III Electric Guitar in Vintage Red Finish
The Damien Platinum-9 is a 9-string extended-range instrument built for metal and progressive styles with drop tunings, while the Ultra-III is a traditional 6-string designed for rock, blues, and hard rock with a woody, versatile tone. Choose the Platinum-9 if you need extended range and heavy gain clarity; choose the Ultra-III if you want classic playability and tonal warmth across multiple genres.
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Schecter Damien Platinum-9 Electric Guitar Satin Black
Schecter Ultra-III Electric Guitar in Vintage Red Finish
Specs side by side
| Schecter Damien Platinum-9 Electric Guitar Satin Black | Schecter Ultra-III Electric Guitar in Vintage Red Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,099.00 | $1,099.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Damien | Schecter Ultra |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Strings | 9 | 6 |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Pickup Configuration | HH | — |
| Bridge | Fixed | Tremolo |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Damien Platinum-9 Electric Guitar Satin Black
- ✓ 9-string extended range for modern metal and progressive music
- ✓ High-output EMG 909 pickups excel with heavy gain and distortion
- ✓ 30-inch scale and 'C' neck profile optimized for low tunings and upper-fret access
- ✓ Carbon fiber-reinforced neck provides stability across expanded string tension
Why choose Schecter Ultra-III Electric Guitar in Vintage Red Finish
- ✓ Three Duncan Designed pickups with coil-split switches offer versatile tone from cleans to overdrive
- ✓ Classic 6-string format suits rock, blues, and hard rock equally well
- ✓ Woody mahogany body and 14-inch fretboard radius deliver warm note definition and harmonic resonance
- ✓ Bigsby B50 bridge with roller TOM ensures stable tuning and smooth playability
Frequently asked questions
What is the main difference in string count and scale?
The Damien Platinum-9 has 9 strings and a 30-inch scale designed for extended range and low tunings, while the Ultra-III is a traditional 6-string with a 25.5-inch scale optimized for standard and drop-D tuning ranges.
Which guitar is better for jazz or blues?
The Ultra-III is better suited for blues and jazz with its woody mid-range, articulate cleans, and versatile Duncan Designed pickups. The Platinum-9 is engineered for metal and progressive styles and not ideal for jazz or blues.
How do the pickup systems differ?
The Platinum-9 uses dual high-output EMG 909 active pickups optimized for heavy gain, while the Ultra-III features three Duncan Designed pickups with coil-split switches for tonal flexibility from warm cleans to aggressive overdrive.
Which neck profile is more comfortable for fast playing?
Both feature thin 'C' neck profiles. The Platinum-9 emphasizes upper-fret access across 9 strings with a 30-inch scale, while the Ultra-III offers ultra-thin comfort with a 14-inch fretboard radius, making it slightly more familiar for traditional 6-string players.