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Schecter AM-6 Aaron Marshall Guitar Arctic Jade B-Stock 2240 vs Schecter Stargazer-6 LH guitar

The AM-6 is a modern, high-output shredder's tool with 24 frets and a compound radius fretboard, ideal for rock and metal players seeking articulate highs and speed. The Stargazer-6 LH is a left-handed, warm-toned workhorse with vintage character and coil-split versatility, built for blues and hard rock but only available to left-handed players.

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Schecter AM-6 Aaron Marshall Guitar Arctic Jade B-Stock 2240

$1,119.00
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Schecter Stargazer-6 LH guitar

$1,099.00
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Specs side by side

Schecter AM-6 Aaron Marshall Guitar Arctic Jade B-Stock 2240Schecter Stargazer-6 LH guitar
Price$1,119.00$1,099.00
BrandSchecterSchecter
SeriesSchecter Stargazer
Body TypeSolidSolid
Scale25.5" Scale25.5" Scale
Strings66
Frets22 Frets22 Frets
FretboardEbonyEbony
NeckWengeMaple
Neck ConstructionBolt-OnSet-Neck
Pickup ConfigurationHHHH
BridgeVintage TremoloTune-O-Matic / Stopbar
Year20222024
ConditionRefurbishedNew

Why choose Schecter AM-6 Aaron Marshall Guitar Arctic Jade B-Stock 2240

  • 24 X-Jumbo frets support both chords and aggressive lead work
  • High-output Solstice and Equinox pickups deliver modern clarity
  • 12–16 compound radius fretboard suits varied playing styles
  • 25.5 scale length extends upper register access

Why choose Schecter Stargazer-6 LH guitar

  • Left-handed configuration serves southpaw players exclusively
  • Coil-split SuperRock Vintage pickups add tonal flexibility
  • Warm, vintage character suits blues and classic rock
  • Two independent volume controls enable per-pickup control
Bottom line: Choose the AM-6 if you are a right-handed rock or metal player needing high output and modern articulation. Choose the Stargazer-6 LH only if you play left-handed and value warm, vintage tones over maximum fret count.

Frequently asked questions

Why does the AM-6 have 24 frets while the Stargazer-6 LH has 22?

The AM-6 is designed for modern shred and progressive styles that benefit from extended upper-register access. The Stargazer-6 LH targets blues and hard rock players, where 22 frets are standard and adequate.

What is the main handedness difference?

The Stargazer-6 LH is explicitly left-handed only. The AM-6 specification does not indicate handedness restriction, meaning it is standard right-handed.

How do the pickup outputs and tone differ?

The AM-6 pairs high-output USA Solstice and Equinox pickups for articulate, modern clarity. The Stargazer-6 LH uses warm SuperRock Vintage pickups with coil-split capability, delivering vintage character and tonal flexibility rather than maximum output.

Which guitar suits studio work better?

Both are listed as suitable for studio sessions. The AM-6 excels in rock and metal recording due to high output and clarity, while the Stargazer-6 LH suits blues and classic rock overdubs with its vintage warmth.

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