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Schecter Damien Platinum-9 guitar in Satin Black vs Schecter Ultra-III guitar in Vintage Red
The Damien Platinum-9 is a 9-string extended-range metal machine with a 30" scale and aggressive active pickups, while the Ultra-III is a versatile 6-string with a classic 25.5" scale and warm passive Duncan pickups suited to rock and blues. Choose the Damien for drop tunings and djent; choose the Ultra-III for traditional rock, blues, and jazz flexibility.
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Schecter Damien Platinum-9 guitar in Satin Black
Specs side by side
| Schecter Damien Platinum-9 guitar in Satin Black | Schecter Ultra-III guitar in Vintage Red | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,099.00 | $1,099.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Series | Schecter Damien | Schecter Ultra |
| Body | Single Cutaway | Single Cutaway |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 30" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 9 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Neck | Mahogany | Mahogany |
| Neck Construction | Set-Neck | Set-Neck |
| Pickup Configuration | Active HH | — |
| Bridge | Hipshot | Bigsby |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Damien Platinum-9 guitar in Satin Black
- ✓ 9-string extended range with 30" scale for extreme drop tunings and modern progressive metal
- ✓ EMG 909 active pickups deliver high-output articulate tones optimized for heavy gain
- ✓ Carbon fiber-reinforced neck and thin C profile enable aggressive playing without fatigue
- ✓ Hipshot Hardtail bridge with string-through-body maximizes sustain on lower strings
Why choose Schecter Ultra-III guitar in Vintage Red
- ✓ Versatile 3-pickup Duncan Designed configuration with coil-split switches for clean to overdriven tones
- ✓ Warm woody mahogany tone with excellent note definition across rock, blues, jazz, and progressive styles
- ✓ Ultra-thin C neck and 14" radius fretboard suit fast melodic work and extended passages
- ✓ Bigsby B50 bridge provides stable tuning and classic aesthetic appeal
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for standard tuning and blues?
The Ultra-III excels in standard tuning with its 25.5" scale and warm mahogany tone ideal for blues expression. The Damien Platinum-9 is designed specifically for extended-range and drop-tuning applications, making it overkill for traditional blues work.
Can the Ultra-III handle metal?
The Ultra-III is listed as not ideal for metal due to its passive Duncan pickups and warm woody tone design. The Damien Platinum-9's active EMG 909s and aggressive voicing are purpose-built for modern metal.
What is the neck thickness difference?
Both guitars share an identical thin C profile at 0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret. The key difference is the Damien's 30" extended scale versus the Ultra-III's standard 25.5" scale, affecting lower-string feel and tuning range.
Which has more fret access for lead playing?
The Damien Platinum-9 features Ultra Access upper-fret design with 24 frets on its extended 30" scale, while the Ultra-III has 22 frets on a standard 25.5" scale. The Damien provides more total upper-fret real estate but both accommodate advanced playing.