Schecter Omen Elite-6 FR guitar in Black Cherry Burst
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- SKU
- SCHECTER2453
- Color
- Red
. Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body with burl top gives the Omen Elite-6 a warm, punchy midrange and long sustain, further reinforced by the string-thru-body hardtail bridge that adds resonance and tight low-end definition. The Schecter Diamond Heretic humbuckers at neck and bridge cover a broad output range, and the 5-way switch opens up thinner, more scooped voices alongside the full humbucker growl for cleans and rhythm parts. With a 25.5" scale, thin maple neck and 24 X-jumbo frets, it leans toward rock, metal and alternative playing where fast lead runs and driving riffs both matter.
Schecter Omen Elite-6 FR Guitar Black Cherry Burst
The Omen Elite-6 FR is built for players who demand speed and precision. Its slim Thin "C" profile maple neck and 24 X-jumbo frets on a 14" radius rosewood fingerboard cut fatigue during long sets and enable aggressive lead passages without sacrifice. The neck carves through fast position shifts with authority, while the Black Cherry Burst finish over a mahogany body with burl top and arched contour distributes weight in a way that keeps you comfortable whether standing or sitting through a full gig.
Playability & Build Quality
The 25.5" scale length paired with precise dimensions—.787" at the 1st fret and .866" at the 12th fret—locks in a neck feel that suits both tight rhythm work and soaring solos. The Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut and 2-way adjustable truss rod guarantee tuning holds night after night, while pearloid line inlays serve as tactile fret landmarks under stage lights and in the heat of performance.
Tone & Electronics
A pair of Schecter Diamond Heretic pickups voice the guitar with aggression and clarity across neck and bridge positions, managed through volume, tone, and 5-way switch electronics with responsive metal knurled knobs. The mahogany construction locks in a warm, punchy midrange with the sustain you need for rock, metal, and alternative stages, while the string-thru-body hardtail bridge design anchors tuning and maximizes the note resonance that reaches the back of the room.
Key Features
- Mahogany body with burl top and Black Cherry Burst finish
- Arched top contour with black 1-ply binding
- Maple neck with Thin "C" profile; 25.5" scale length
- Rosewood fingerboard with 24 X-jumbo frets and 14" radius
- Neck dimensions: .787" at 1st fret, .866" at 12th fret
- Pearloid line inlays
- Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (1.653" width)
- Schecter Diamond Heretic pickups (neck and bridge)
- Volume, tone, and 5-way switch controls with metal knurled knobs
- Schecter Custom hardtail bridge with string-thru-body design
- Schecter tuners with black hardware
- Factory-installed Ernie Ball Regular Slinky strings (.010–.046)
This instrument fuses responsive playability, rock-solid hardware, and versatile electronics into a workhorse guitar built to perform reliably through serious playing and professional gigging.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | Floyd Rose Licensed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Alternative
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile and dimensions does this guitar have?
The Omen Elite-6 FR features a slim Thin C-profile maple neck with a 25.5-inch scale length. The neck measures 0.787 inches at the 1st fret and 0.866 inches at the 12th fret, creating a fast, comfortable feel suited to both rhythm and lead playing.
What pickups are included and how do I switch between them?
The guitar ships with Schecter Diamond Heretic pickups in the neck and bridge positions. A 5-way switch provides pickup blending options for tone versatility across rock, metal, and alternative applications.
Is the bridge adjustable, and how stable is the tuning?
The Schecter Custom hardtail bridge uses a string-thru-body design that maximizes resonance and tuning stability. A Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut and 2-way adjustable truss rod ensure reliable tuning lock and allow for long-term neck relief adjustment.
What frets and fingerboard does it have?
The guitar features 24 X-jumbo frets on a 14-inch radius rosewood fingerboard with pearloid line inlays for visibility and fast transitions across the neck.
Who should play this guitar?
The Omen Elite-6 FR is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players working in rock, metal, hard rock, and alternative styles. It is not optimized for jazz, folk, or country applications.
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